Thessaloniki Jewish Heritage - Private Experience - 4 hrs

Thessaloniki , Greece

Thessaloniki Jewish Heritage - Private Experience - 4 hrs

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About this experience

This a Jewish Heritage walking tour in Thessaloniki's city centre, where the main Jewish community used to live and work for centuries.
Although not much of the old buildings is nowadays preserved, due to the terrible fire of 1917 and the World War II distructions, the Jewish Community of Thessaloniki opens the main sites related to the Jewish Heritage.
This tour can be done in the mornings only, when the sites are open until 14.00 - not on Saturdays.
Stay tuned for update messages from your guide about exact times.
A longer tour can also be arranged upon request by private transportation to see the east-side of the city with the old Jewish villas of the early 20th century, the new Jewish cemetery on the west-end and also the old railway station, known for the Holocaust deportation of 50.000 Jews by the Nazis by trains.
Visits to the Jewish Museum and the synagogue request a pre-booking by your guide, with full name, passport and nationality details to be sent in advance.

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Thessaloniki Jewish Heritage - Private Experience - 4 hrs

What's included

Private guided tour fees for this experience

Detailed itinerary

The Monastoriotes is the so-called "old" synagogue of the city, recently renovated and is visited upon request and appointment your guide books for you, with passport details needed for all visitors. The admission fee is included in the combination ticket of 7 EUR together with the Jewish museum guided visit.

The new synagogue, nowadays used for the daily services by the Jewish Community of the city

The famous 1930 Modiano covered market has just been refurbished and is now open! It houses many small food shops, named after the city's architect, Eli Modiano.

The Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki is housed in a historical building. We'll see the exhibitions on the old Jewish cemetery, traditional clothes and religious items from the old synagogues and a photo display on the history of the Jews in the city from antiquity to modern times. You can buy books and souvenirs from the small museum shop. The admission fee for the museum and the synagogue is a combination ticket of 7 EUR per person.

The Holocaust Memorial is by the seafront, on the Liberty Square. You'll see the sculpure which represents the holocaust with seven flames, in the shape of the Menorah and human bodies, created by Nandor Glid in 1997. You'll hear about the Black Sabbath day, which took place in the very same square.

What's not included

No meals or drinks are included

This is a walking tour in the city

8 EUR per person for adults for Jewish Museum & synagogues visit

Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki

Available languages

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Important information

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Meeting point

In front of the marble statue of Venizelos, on Egnatia street, at the upper part of Aristotle square

About Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is Greece's second-largest city and a vibrant cultural hub with a rich history dating back to ancient times. Known for its Byzantine monuments, Ottoman architecture, and lively food scene, it offers a unique blend of old and new.

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Rotunda

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Aristotelous Square

A beautiful square by the sea, lined with cafes and restaurants, and a popular spot for both locals and tourists.

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Church of Saint Demetrios

A significant Byzantine church dedicated to the city's patron saint, Saint Demetrios.

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Waterfront Promenade

A scenic promenade along the Thermaic Gulf, perfect for walking, cycling, or enjoying a meal with a view.

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Must-Try Local Dishes

Bougatsa

A sweet or savory pie filled with custard or cheese, often served for breakfast.

Breakfast Vegetarian options available

Souvlaki

Grilled meat skewers, often served with pita bread and tzatziki sauce.

Lunch/Dinner Can be made with chicken, pork, or lamb

Greek Salad

A fresh salad made with tomatoes, cucumbers, onions, olives, and feta cheese.

Lunch/Dinner Vegetarian

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