Walking Talking Food
About This Tour
Explore Thessaloniki through its flavours on this guided walking tour of the city’s historic markets and food districts. Stroll through Kapani Market, Modiano M...
Duration: 2 Hours · Tour type: Shared · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Not included · Wheelchair access: No · City: Thessaloniki · Languages: English, Greek
Know before you go: Confirmation will be received at time of booking; Not wheelchair accessible; Most travelers can participate; You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.; Please notice that extra charges may apply per person or in total of the group for pick-ups from hotels- villas- airbnb outside the proximity of our tour selected pick route. In that case we can provide round trip transfer for customer(s) convenience ad-hoc quoted as per location of customer(s)' property.
About Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki fuses Macedonian and Byzantine architecture between its ancient streets, while local guides showcase aged Greek relics and some of Europe’s most happening seaside party strips to boot.
What's Included
- Greek and English- speaking Trip Attendant
- Traditional Greek coffee
- Tastings
- All Taxes
Not Included
- The cost of the lunch after the tour
- Tips (optional)
Itinerary
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1Day 01
The Kapani (Vlali) Market, Thessaloniki Greece Perhaps one of the most authentic experiences any food lover could get in Thessaloniki is visiting the city’s historic open markets. The atmosphere, the people and the local delicacies will reward you! Modiano Market, Platia Aristotelous Platia Aristotelous & Ermou, Thessaloniki 54600 Greece Its construction started in 1922 and finished in 1930 by architect Eli Modiano. Coming from a renowned Jewish (Sephardic) family of Thessaloniki, Eli was the son of the banker Jacob (Yako) Modiano. He studied architecture in Paris, France and returned to Thessaloniki where he created some of the city’s most important buildings, including the Modiano Market. Athonos Square Full of life, throughout the day, Athonos Square in the centre of the city is a place loved by, both Thessalonians and tourists alike. Here, food and nutrition plays the leading part. You’ll find spices, all types of tea, nuts, vegetables and fruits, fish, delicatessen products, as well as small boutiques with clothes, handmade accessories, and decoration items. Moreover, your attention will be instantly drawn to the smells of the delicious foods of the Square’s traditional taverns! You can enjoy them both at lunchtime and evening, accompanied occasionally by live greek music. Additionally, in case you want to get acquainted with the traditional side of Athonos Square, visit the picturesque small shops selling handmade wickerwork and small wooden furniture, made by the last remaining skilled craftsmen. Λουλουδάδικα, Θεσσαλονίκη 546 24, Greece Louloudadika is a small area of the historic city center including the streets of Komninon, Frangon and Vas. Herakliou, which takes its name from the old outdoor florists that were there. Unfortunately only 4 continue to run today.In the ’50s there were 11 shops selling all sorts of flowers and their fame reached to the provincial cities.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Thessaloniki, GR · Tour start: Thessaloniki, GR — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
