If I could I would give no star at all!!! We spend 20€ on 3 drinks (Coffee was not even hot!) and just wanted to play some card, when a waiter scared us off and insulted us because we were no hotel guests (we were served and they knew that we were not hotel guests) He didn't let us speak and was incredable rude!!! never again!!!

High end Hotel beaming with tradition and history yet modern service. Their wellness spa is up there in line with the best that can be found worldwide. It was a short break but we have promised ourselves to come back for a long stay soon.

I had high expectations for this spa, given the premium prices, but unfortunately, it was a complete disappointment. The cleanliness was absolutely unacceptable—dirty bathtubs, unkempt facilities, and an overall unhygienic environment that made it impossible to relax. The services were nowhere near what you would expect from a spa charging such high rates. The treatments felt rushed and unprofessional, with little to no attention to detail. The overall atmosphere lacked the serenity and luxury that a proper spa should offer. To make matters worse, the breakfast was just as bad—bland, low-quality food that was clearly not fresh.

The hotel is situated in a perfect location yet the maintenance is not as expected which left us with an unpleasant experience. The Spa pool and area are not clean enough, the towels ( if any, as not always available) are old and worn out same goes for the bathrob. This hotel has great potential to become a jewel but not in this cleanliness level.

Paradise on Earth! Amazing place , amazing hospitality , outstanding service! High quality standards for providing the best of the best of relaxation, wellness and spa! For sure it's the place of your dreams! Thank you for make me live such an experience!

I walked in with my dog in my arms a mini poodle for to get a spa program and the woman in the reception acted as I walked in with a monster 🤬 I will never spend a penny in this place and will never come back for spa treatment even if the paid me a place that don’t like animals the don’t like people as well just the money your going to spend there 🤬🤬🤬🤬

Everything is ok but the seeming pool is not warm enough

A graphic neighborhood with nice vibes.

(Translated by Google) In a quiet location, well-kept exterior. Just one question, the old playground behind the church, why is someone, either the Municipality or the Metropolis, not interested in modernizing the space? It would definitely be more beautiful. (Original) Σε ήσυχη τοποθεσία, περιποιημένο ς κ ο εξωτερικός χώρος. Μια απορία μόνο, την παλιά παιδική χαρά πίσω απ' το ναό, γιατί κάποιος, είτε Δήμος είτε η Μητρόπολη δεν ενδιαφέρεται να εκσυγχρονίσει το χώρο; Θα ομορφαινε σίγουρα περισσότερο.

(Translated by Google) Church in the district of Ag. Forty. Satisfying for a few people. I don't like her singers at all. It is a nice place to go and pray. In the basement temple they don't have water to put out the candles, it fills with smoke because they blow them out and you can't breathe. (Original) Εκκλησία στην συνοικία των Αγ. Σαράντα. Ικανοποιητική για λίγο κόσμο. Δεν μου αρέσουν καθόλου οι ψάλτες της. Είναι ωραίος χώρος να πας να προσευχηθείς. Στον ναό του υπογείου δεν έχουν νερό να σβήνουν τα κεριά, γεμίζει καπνό επειδή τα φυσάνε και δεν μπορείς να ανασάνεις.

(Translated by Google) Beautiful temple, the Forty Martyrs, witnessed on the frozen Lake Sebastia and their memory is commemorated on March 9!! It is one of the oldest temples, with a history in its charity work and charity (Original) Όμορφος ναός, οι Τεσσαράκοντα Μάρτυρες, μαρτυρησαν στην παγωμενη λίμνη Σεβαστια και η μνήμη τους τιμάται 9 Μαρτίου!! Είναι από τους πιο παλιούς ναους, με ιστορία στά συσίτια για απορους και στην φιλανθρωπική της δράση

(Translated by Google) formerly restored as a quadrangle on new foundations, it has many ancient structures embedded in it... from the time of the Turkish occupation... an abandoned temple with rubbish (Original) παλαιά ανακτισθείσα ως τετρακόνιος επί νέων θεμελίων, ϕέρει δε εντετειχισμένα πολλά αρχαία... από την εποχή της τουρκοκρατίας... παρατημένος ναός μες τα σκουπίδια

(Translated by Google) Christian church of the quarter of the Holy 40 Martyrs. The whole neighborhood here goes to church. A candle would be good to light. (Original) Χριστιανική εκκλησία της συνοικίας των Αγίων 40 μαρτύρων. Όλη η γειτονιά εδώ εκκλησιάζεται. Ένα κερί καλό θα ήταν να ανάψετε.

(Translated by Google) A beautiful temple (Original) Ένας πανέμορφος ναός

It took us 2 days 1 night. We started off from gortsia. It was a crazy experience hiking Mount Olympus. The last bit of hiking is the hardest bit. We didn’t have helmets or ropes lol but you’re probably safer to get them, unless you’re fit and not scared of hights. Views up here was crazy and if you are a hiker you should definitely climb Mount Olympus!!

The tallest mountain in Greece. Well worth a visit if you’re in the local area.

Breathtaking!!!! Mystical place, wonderful nature Take a swim near the waterfall and soak in the beautiful surroundings A religious experience.

Went there to look for Zeus. Unfortunately couldn't reach the top so cannot confirm or deny he lives there. But he probably does if given the choice. Pure Greek natural beauty all around.

Yes, I'm reviewing a mountain. Not my first mountain either, although I haven't reviewed Kilimanjaro yet. Ok, it's a an actual mountain, summit above the tree line, though only 2918 meters (9.578 ft), no snow up there but plenty of wind and temps are way lower than at the bottom. It's about 25,000 steps to the top, almost all of them ascending, of course, over often technical rock and rooty trails. I suppose it could be done in a day, up and down, doubling the steps. but not by me. I'm 76 and two days were definitely necessary. There's a hut not far from the summit, very basic, with: • surprisingly good fresh food throughout the day and evening, staring with coffee at 6:30 am (and not a moment before) • yes they take cards, tho I was told sometimes the payment terrminals or internet connection don't work, so bring at least 25 Euro as backup • unheated rooms containing 8-12 cots, where you could end up trying to sleep next to someone snoring like a 500 lb boor, as I did. Not pleasant. Bring ear plugs.

Brief visit. Breathtaking views, epic clouds and about 17% oxygen. Then some guy with a red tattoo kept yelling “wheres zeus?” No lightning bolts and no gods. Just sore legs and a suspicious goat that looked like it knew something. Would climb again, but next time I’m bringing offerings… and maybe a GPS for Zeus.

Such an Epic climb, usually done in 2 days before Oct 31st since shelters close. Amazing views and breathtaking summits 🙌🏻

The Archaeological Museum of Volos pleasantly surprised us. It offers a fascinating collection of tools, jewelry, and everyday objects, dating back as far as 5000 BC. It was truly exciting to see in real life what I used to read about in school textbooks. All the information is provided in both Greek and English, which makes the experience accessible and engaging. We arrived on a Saturday around 11 a.m. and were the only visitors for a while, which gave us the chance to explore everything at our own pace. After about 40 minutes, a school group arrived, which brought a different energy — it was nice to see kids learning about their history. Highly recommended for a calm, meaningful visit!

Nice little museum a bit out of the city centre of Volos. They have three different exhibitions: one detailing the palaeolithic and neolithic findings from Thessaly, one detailing burial customs and steles from ancient Demetrias, and one detailing the history of Volos. They have most signs in English, at least the ones describing the artifacts, but the informational signs in the Volos exhibition are only in Greek. Overall, the museum can be visited in less than an hour, especially in the morning when there are fewer visitors.

Wasn’t expecting the extend of the exhibits. Great pottery collections. Need less than an hour. Building has been maintained inside and outside (garden needs some tlc), aircondition was working so was nice and cool inside. Paid EUR 10 entrance. Seems like entrance increased based on previous Google reviews.

Anyone who loves Greek history and has the opportunity to visit this place is a must visit. There is a lot to see about the history not only of this place but also of the whole of Greece. My recommendation for this historical museum.

Nice little museum. Entrance is 10€. Easy to visit in an hour if you have some time to spare in Volos. Pity that most of the larger informational signs are only in Greek.

I have very mixed feelings about this museum. On the one hand the exhibits are very good with interesting history and artifacts. There is a good amount of information available. It's a small museum but well put together. On the other hand, a lot of the information is only available in Greek. You can download a doc but it only gives an overview of the different exhibitions and a floor plan of the museum, nothing about individual objects. Having said that, I'm not sure that it's fair that non-Greek speakers must pay the same price or even more, and also at 10 Euro (29 Aug 2025), I feel they can really put in a little effort to also have everything in English too. There's supposedly some audio available that you can listen to for some things. But I asked the lady at reception and she said it's not working. Her English was very bad, so she might also have meant it's not available in English. So definitely make sure you take your phone with you and have an internet connection available so you can use Google Translate or a similar app to translate the various exhibit plaques.

The museum contains collections of Greek art. Neolithic objects, ceramics, jewelry etc...

Interesting place to visit and to see a part of Greek history and culture. We were disappointed that the tower is closed and cannot be accessed. Also, everything is located outside and since it was raining, the visit was not ideal.

Nice castle on the outside. And also nice views on the sea. However, its interior is quite poor and of low interest. The entrance fee is 10 euros which is definitely not worth it unfortunately. It should be maximum 5 euros. Also a coffee shop with tables viewing the brilliant sea would be a good idea.

Wonderful piece of history to walk around. Has a museum that has historical objects. I personally enjoyed looking at the weight and measuring devices they used in that era. Did not like that they did not have free public restrooms inside the exhibit .

Not much but a few ruins was saved, but the view from the ancient walls is stunning. The staff is very friendly and kind. Too bad there's no possibility to climb up on the donjon.

If you are nearby, this castle is definitely worth seeing. It's a bit steeper when you climb up, but at the top you have a beautiful view of the surroundings, in addition to the historical landmark. The walls are well preserved and when you are there you feel as if you are in another time.

A beautiful and quite intact castle from the period when the Latin Empire had occupied these parts of Greece. The crusader castle was built in the period between 1204 and 1222 and it was used to control the roads connecting Macedonia and Thessaly.

The view from the castle to the sea and mount Olympos is amazing. The ticket is a bit expensive compared to the “experience”. The castle should be better maintained and the tower should be opened for visitors, than it would be 5 starts. It is worth visiting.

I am glad that I came here by walking from Litochoro for 2 hours. I didn’t take the big bus tours from Thessaloniki or Katerini, saving much money, & I am free to stroll leisurely on the lush green meadows for 2 hours. It is a good place to relax & to enjoy the charming scenery. most magnificencia is the Hellenistic theater.

Great place to visit! Within the site you can see an incredible amount of sanctuaries and remains of the old city! Take yourself round two hours to see the whole site! I agree with the lack of quality concerning the signs, that’s why I deducted one star!

Sadly, the trip here was really not worth it. The site is not well maintained, clearly there are many renovations taking place since there were tapes, tarps, fences and trucks/industrial vehicles around many of the sites, which of course we were not informed of. Some areas are very overgrown and unsafe (we came across snakes), poorly marked, no clear trails to follow and signposts with no signs in them explaining what you're looking at. The signs that are present mostly have illustrations or photos of the ruins as we can see in front of us already, as opposed to graphics showcasing what the buildings once were. It leaves a lot to the imagination and if I could give you any advice it would be to go to the museum instead, as the ticket price is actually worth it there. I can see some beautiful photos in older reviews and regret we could not see the same.

Really interesting site that would greatly benefit from more description as you walk around. Very hot bring lots of water.

It is a really fascinating place, you feel like you’re walking through history… but for 10 Euros a ticket they really could print some new info posters. One A1 poster costs less than 10 Euros.

Impressive. The bathrooms are still so beautifull, my favorites. A pity we did not find the palace of Zeus. :-)

Huge ancient town and cult religious center. Authentic Roman mosaic can be seen at open air.

A beautiful beach that is near two great taverns, has a bar, and has an organized stone staircase to go down to the beach. It’s not hard to access, but it has limited parking spots. BUT CAREFUL. You need to check the weather very well before you come here. It can have a strong wave and could cause danger to some weak swimmers. Come here on calmer, less windy days for the best enjoyment.

Amazing and beautiful beach! The water has an gorgeous color. Make sure to swim to the sides of the beach, and bring a floating mattress and a pair of goggles. Be aware that renting beach equipment such as a parasol and beds are pretty expensive.

One of the most beautiful beaches we've been to. The descent to the beach is also very special and beautiful. There is an opening in the stone that actually creates a separation between two beaches - one is smaller and more intimate but quickly fills up with people as time goes by. We arrived around 10:00 and it wasn't busy yet. The parking lot was full. The beach fills up quickly and when we left, around 1:00 PM, the parking lot and the beach were already full. The cost of renting an umbrella and two beach chairs is 30 euros. Worth the investment.

I recently visited this stunning beach beneath Pelion mountain, and it was an absolute paradise! The water is crystal clear, sparkling under the sun, and perfect for swimming or just wading in its refreshing embrace. The surrounding scenery is breathtaking—lush greenery meets nice , golden sand, creating a picture-perfect backdrop that feels like a postcard come to life. What truly sets this place apart is the vibrant, positive vibe; everyone, from locals to visitors, radiates joy and relaxation, making it an ideal spot to unwind and soak in the beauty. Whether you're looking to swim, sunbathe, or simply enjoy the serene atmosphere, this beach is a must-visit gem!

Good road, enough parking, restaurants close by, shadow from the rocks and clear blue water. Perfect!

Beautiful beach Parking gets busy so it is better to arrive early (before 10)

Fantastic beach with crystal clear water. The beach is made of small and large stones, it is not easy to place an umbrella. The beach consists of two parts that are connected by an opening in the rock, and those who do not want to go through the rock can also go through the shallows. In the long part of the beach there are several openings in the rock that look like entrances to caves. The sea here is fun for snorkeling because there are a lot of underwater rocks. There is a free parking lot above the beach, which is partly in the shade. There are steep steps and a steep and slippery path leading from the parking lot to the beach, so be careful. There is a restaurant in the parking lot with a great terrace and a divine view. There is a beach bar on the stairs with a fantastic view. On the beach itself, there is a bar that rents sunbeds at a price of €20 per set, which is too expensive. There is a shower and a changing room.

One of the best museums we ever visited! And we visited a lot! Presentation, location, historical significance, atmosphere! And artefacts!! Just WOW! The whole story... It's like it's all just a myth! But it's real!! And unfolding in front of your eyes - in such a unbelievable beauty, preserved like it's untouched... One of these things needed to be seen to be believed - and when you see it, it's almost unbelievable :D

I visited the site of the Royal Tombs of Aigai in Vergina and the nearby museum, which is located about one kilometer away: I started from the underground complex, where I spent an hour and a half among burial chambers adorned with frescoes and grave goods such as jewelry, ceremonial weapons, and pottery, which showcase the craftsmanship and religiosity of the Macedonians in conceiving the passage to the afterlife and a short introductory video that contextualizes the archaeological discoveries. Afterwards, I reached the separate Museum, dedicating about an hour to its exploration: the spaces are organized with essential captions and 3D reconstructions. For Italians over 18, the ticket costs 20 euros per person, while those under eighteen enter for free; the price may seem high, but it includes access to all rooms and enriches the visit with multimedia insights. Also included in the price is a museum detached from the tomb structure, located roughly 1 km away. I appreciated the cleanliness and the calibrated lighting that highlights the details of the artifacts, even though at first it may seem a bit excessive (the rooms are completely dark except for the area where the artifacts are to be admired), without causing discomfort to the eyes, and the accessible path with multilingual panels (English, Greek). I recommend inquiring privately for a guide, if you want one, because the facility does not provide it. Overall, it is a vivid and engaging

Here is the magnificent tomb of Philip II as well as the famous golden urn and other valuable personal belongings of the great King of the Macedonians. The unique frescoes like the vivid representation of the Abduction of Persephone, reveal the achievements in the arts and painting during the years of reign of the glorious Macedonian Kingdom.

Stunning place, recreated in the same underground tomb where it was discovered. Extraordinary, detailed recreation of a myriad pieces found. Perhaps the best designed museum in Greece.

Must visit! This tomb left me speechless. The museum guide made the tour twice as interesting with his attitude to the history of this great ruler and all the details he mentioned to us in addition. Thank you!

A unique experience that not only showcases in a mystic way masterpieces of ancient craft, but also takes you in a detailed journey through the burial rights of ancient Macedonians. And let’s not forget that this is the place where one of the most significant figures of the ancient world was buried and everything is connected to Alexander the Great! Definitely a must see and should be combined with the royal palace and the new museum.

Wonderful museum with incredible exhibits! The light work is fantastic and makes you see the exhibits in detail. The ticket costs 20 euros but you use the same for the Polycentric museum which is about 1 km away. It's worth a visit like nothing else!

Gerovassiliou Estate is a beautifully designed and thoughtfully developed vineyard. It’s clear that significant investment has gone into the place. The wines are high-end and truly do justice to the grapes. While I wouldn’t describe the hospitality as particularly warm, overall it was a solid and worthwhile experience.

An exceptionally beautiful and well-maintained estate! The winery impresses with its atmosphere, professionalism, and attention to detail. The wine tasting was a wonderful experience – the aromas and flavors are perfectly balanced and memorable. The museum with its unique corkscrew collection adds an original and interesting touch. The shop is also not to be missed – it offers a great variety of wines and special editions. We had the opportunity to purchase the exclusive museum series, which turned out to be truly exceptional. A remarkable experience that leaves a lasting impression. 🍷

Visiting Ktima Gerovassiliou was nothing short of extraordinary! Our experience began with a guided tour of the estate, learning about the intricate processes behind their exceptional white and red wines. The highlight of the tour was their unique wine museum, where a large variety of wine-related items is curated in the most tasteful way, with a special focus on an enormous and fascinating collection of corkscrews — each piece telling its own story. The estate is not just about wine but also a celebration of art. As an art collector, the owner has adorned the grounds with over 40 sculptures by talented Greek artists, adding to the estate’s charm and cultural richness. What truly stood out was the estate’s dedication to preserving ancient Greek grape varieties, their innovative work in creating sustainable wine production methods, and their proactive approach to tackling the challenges posed by climate change. The wine tasting was the cherry on top! We sampled five wines: White Wine 2024, Malagousia 2024, Xinomavro Rosé 2024, a Red Avaton 2022, and a magical Malagousia 2022 dessert wine made from overripe grapes — all paired with delightful Greek raw foods. Every sip was a revelation, each wine more unbelievable than the last. I even joked with my friends that if this estate were a church, I’d convert immediately! The passion, expertise, and hospitality at Gerovassiliou Estate make it a must-visit for any wine and art enthusiast. If you’re in the area, don’t miss the chance to experience this treasure. They are also open for group visits and educational programs (by reservation only). 🍷 Highly recommended visit this wine and art paradise! #googlelocalguides #LocalGuides #gerovassiliou #winelover #winetasting #wines #artlover #agriculture

A wonderful tourist destination, a great bar with wine tasting and cheese and meat delicacies. The staff is very smiling and kind, I even had a mistake on the bill that I hadn't noticed, but the people pointed it out to me and fixed it, which is worthy of applause. I would definitely visit again.

A unique wine experience in Epanomi, pure delight! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A beautiful location for a winery in Epanomi, just outside Thessaloniki. The Gerovassiliou Winery is perfectly situated, easy to reach by car, and offers plenty of parking. The vast vineyards, with many different grape varieties, are truly impressive, the foundation of the wonderful wines of Evangelos Gerovassiliou. The estate also features a fascinating museum, showcasing the full history of Gerovassiliou and its winemaking tradition. This adds an extra cultural and educational dimension to the visit. We visited on the recommendation of a friend and it was absolutely worth it! Our tour was led by Thrassos, who guided us with great knowledge and passion through the vineyards, the production process and finally to the tasting. We had the chance to taste five different wines, each one delicious and unique in character. To round off the experience we received a recommendation for dinner at Ouzeri Agkyrovoli, which turned out to be excellent! We brought along three bottles of white wine that paired wonderfully with the fresh fish. An outstanding winery and an absolute must for every wine lover, highly recommended!! Best regards from Frankfurt <3

Top wines and the food to pair wines with is also amazing. Go for a tour and taste as many wines as possible. Its a winery with a history and soul.

Already couple of visits here at Gerouvassilou winery since 2020 when we discovered the wines and location and had the first Malagousia . Excellent atmosphere with good choices of wine tasing tasting , selected food dishes for pairing and choice of visiting the location , museum, around .

The tavern is traditionally cozy, and the food and service are excellent. The prices are reasonable and reflect the quality of the overall experience. The setting in the old town and the surrounding buzz create a typically Greek atmosphere that you will enjoy. I recommend the place and am glad we stopped by for lunch.

Everything is very nice and delicious. I have been coming to Thessaloniki for 3 years and I have been stopping by here for 3 years. The service and the quality of the employees are very good. Especially Niko, he was helpful in every way. I recommend you to follow Niko's suggestions. He has been very interested in us for 2 years. Definitely come here.

Nothing special. I expected something more impressive, but it turned out to be completely average. Lacks character, lacks feeling, and there’s nothing that would make me want to come back. I wouldn’t recommend it if you’re looking for something unique.

The food was delicious and the staff were very kind and attentive. I especially recommend the Marathos salad, which was very fresh, and the melted feta, which was the best I’ve ever had. At the end, we had complimentary ice cream. Will come back for sure!

A lovely Greek restaurant in the heart of Ladadika. It was a pleasure and I felt invited. They offered delicious meze and really tasty wine. Furthermore I enjoyed the hectic but lovely district and the area around the restaurant. A must go!

Top food and service..amazing Greek Salad, Fried Zuchini and superb Mussels in sauce...and a fantastic local Ouzo.... big portions best to share like we did.

Food was super delicious. Calamari and sea food and the mezes are all fresh and natural öade with love. Nikos is the best. This is our second night w my family

Τhis famous Aristotelous Square is a 20th century square in Thessaloniki, Greece designed by the French architect, Ernest Hébrard and built after the great fire of 1917. It is designed in an eclectic style which combines elements from both the Byzantine and Western architectures. This waterfront square is one of the prominent places in Greece, and forms an important part of life in Thessaloniki with some of the city's most beautiful buildings and sights. The central square serves the need for leisure and commerce with numerous choices of shops, cafes and stylish bars while at the same time offering wonderful sea views. The square is a must visit place for those who arrive in Thessaloniki, Greece.

It's a nice place to walk, especially when it's sunny. There are lots of delicious coffees and food options for breakfast. It looks nice at night as well, close to everything

Our hotel overlooks Aristotle Square, which is a huge public square lined by various restaurants; and which appears to be a major ‘go to’ place for locals and visitors alike. Very popular as the heat of the day dissipates.

A beautiful and lively spot in the heart of Thessaloniki! The square has lovely architecture, great cafés, and an amazing sea view. It’s perfect for a walk, coffee, or just relaxing and watching the city life. Especially nice in the evening when the lights come on. Definitely worth a visit!

Aristotle Square is a beautiful place. The crowd is quite crowded. It's close to the sea. It has its own flair. It is definitely worth a visit if you are in Thessaloniki.

Very nice place. Ideal place as meeting point. Lots of bars nearby. The view is amazing. A nice Plaza and seaside.

Beautiful place plus you got the Kapani Market and crazy amount of gift shops to buy cute gift for everyone back home. Kapani Market is closed on Sundays.

On the one hand, you must go here when visiting Thessaloniki. It is the most famous landmark of the city and has a lot of history attached to it. On the other hand, it is rather expensive (at €8) for what is a relatively small (but interesting) museum. But I have to say that the views from the top are terrific. So Yes - go!

A wonderful place to visit! The White Tower is full of history and beautifully presented inside with clear displays and interactive exhibits. The climb to the top is easy, and the view over Thessaloniki and the sea is absolutely stunning. The staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely a must-see landmark when visiting the city!

Excellent attraction..6euro entry p.p. The walk up tonthe top with its several rooms and chambers along the way was really well worth it. You could easily spend 2 hours here going through the various write-ups & history. Some audio on English via your phone was available at key points. The views from the top are amazing. You see the length & breadth of the coast line and nearby hils. Apparantly you can see Mt. Olympus on a clear day...we were not so lucky.

This is a must when visiting Thessaloniki! The ticket is 6€ and children under 18 don't pay the ticket. This isn't just a place where you go for the view from the top (even though it's very beautiful), but it's also a museum. You have a couple of stops before you reach the top where you can learn more about the history lf Thessaloniki. You also get a free audio guide available in many languages free of charge! I couldn't recommend this place enough.

A lovely place to walk around and enjoy the sea breeze. The view from the top is stunning, especially at sunset. Definitely one of Thessaloniki’s highlights!

The White Tower of Thessaloniki is A MUST monument-museum-attraction to start, when visiting the city. Start with just inhaling and enjoyig from outside the spirit of the place.(White tower is a starting stop and for the Cultural line 50 - the local tourist live guided bus tour -2€ regular fee (https://www.oasth.gr/en/tourism/cultural-route). Entering inside the museum (6€ regular ticket) you can select from 13 languages in which to learn and understand better the history, culture, life, culinary, evolution of the city during your way up trough the seven levels to the top. The observation terrace is a perfect selfie's spot and also a greate way to orientate yourself in the next directions trough your journey felling in love with Thessaloniki... Enjoy!

A must place to visit if in town for the first time. The tower is multi leveled with each level having an exhibition of the city's history. It's not tiresome to climb as there are no steep steps and you have to stop to see the exhibits. At the top one can enjoy the excellent view of the city and the bay. There is also a museum shop that was not operating on the day we visited.

This is the main church in Thessaloniki, where Saint Demetrius is buried. The architecture is excellent, and the temple is beautifully and richly decorated inside as well. There is no entrance fee. There is a souvenir shop inside and outside. There are often tourist tours.

One of the most important churches in Thessaloniki, dedicated to the city’s patron saint. The interior is beautiful, with impressive mosaics and a crypt that holds deep historical and spiritual significance. Entrance is free, and it’s a must-visit for anyone exploring the city

We visited on 26 of October, even we came quite early it was overcrowded, not surprising since almost all Thessaloniki was there, including us came from abroad! We highly recommend to visit it, but please come on the service days earlier in order to find a place... I also recommend a small shop at the right corner of the church, it has much spiritual attributes, ikons, crosses, and even books! I found all the books of St Paisios only 15 Eur per one, so is the first place I recommend to visit in Thessaloniki! We definitely plan to come back again 🇨🇾🫶🏻

Don’t be afraid to put your trainers on and walk — Thessaloniki is full of beautiful churches, and the Holy Church of Saint Demetrius is definitely one not to miss! The architecture is stunning, and the atmosphere inside feels so peaceful and full of history. You can easily spend some time just admiring the mosaics and details. It’s also free to enter, which makes it even better! If you’re exploring Thessaloniki, make sure to add this to your walking route — it’s a lovely stop that gives you a real sense of the city’s culture and spirituality. Instagram mrsivyhyde

The Church of Saint Demetrius, or Hagios Demetrios is the main sanctuary dedicated to Saint Demetrius, the patron saint of Thessaloniki. Since 1988, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a part of the site Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments of Thessaloniki. The first church on the spot was constructed in the early 4th century AD, replacing a Roman bath. A Repeatedly gutted by fires, the church eventually was reconstructed as a five-aisled basilica in 629–634. This was the surviving form of the church much as it is today. The most important shrine in the city, it was probably larger than the local cathedral. Thessaloniki became part of the Ottoman Empire in 1430. About 60 years later, during the reign of Bayezid II, the church was converted into a mosque, known as the Kasımiye Camii after the local Ottoman mayor, Cezeri Kasım Pasha. The symbolic tomb however was kept open for Christian veneration. It functioned as a mosque (1493–1912). It was converted again to a church in 1912.

The main church in Thessaloniki. Free of charge. Photos and videos are allowed. Possible to take a guide tour. Highly recommend to visit their catacombs. Impressive

While the icons themselves are unique and moving, what is truly remarkable is the beautiful scent surrounding them, despite the absence of flowers. I wonder if someone could identify this unique fragrance? It’s a very welcoming space, so please feel free to stop by!

Beautiful and family-friendly cave experience! Petralona Cave was absolutely beautiful and well worth a visit. The temperature inside is a comfortable +17°C all year round, so there’s no need to dress warmly. The entrance fee was €10 for adults, and seniors (65+) paid €5 — we visited in the off-season. Children under 18 enter for free, which was great for us since we had a baby and a 3-year-old with us. The cave itself is relatively small and compact — perfect for kids. The loop path takes around 20 minutes to complete, with many stunning formations to admire. Some parts of the path are a bit narrow, but still manageable. In front of the cave, there’s a kiosk and a picnic/waiting area with an incredible view of the surrounding area and the sea — perfect for watching the sunset! We enjoyed some ice cream and coffee from the kiosk while waiting for our tour to start. You can either take a short walk (about 800m) up to the cave or use the little transfer train from the parking area. The round trip on the train costs €3 per person, and children under 3 go free. We didn’t visit the museum (it requires a separate ticket), but overall, the service was friendly, and the experience was great — highly recommend it, especially for families!

A great change in scenery. It is a great place to take a break on a hot day - other than on a beach or inside. Things go fast even on a busy day and rather affordable (€10 for the cave, €5 for the museum and €3 for the train). Tour is 20 - 30 minutes without guide (for our group). I would recommend the museum first and cave after. Outside view is nice, too. The terrace near the entrance is a nice place to enjoy a drink.

The weather was bad so we decided to visit the caves after looking on google. The car park is a basic dirt road and we did struggle to get parked. Some cute little souvenir shops reasonably priced…again basic but fine. We got the train to the caves which took a couple of minutes and cost a few euros each. Once you are at the top to the entrance of the cave it is quite exposed with a couple of shelters, a coffee shack and reasonably clean toilets. Once we had paid there was a little wait before the last group came out of the cave, around 10 minutes or so. Once we were in the cave we were memorised!! What an amazing place! Really cleverly lit with secure steps throughout. We loved every second of it with such amazing photo opportunities. It was like being in another world. We were encouraged to stay with the group but we wanted to stay longer hehe! We walked back to the car chatting about our amazing experience!

Great fan of stalagtites/stalagmites caves, so we had to visit this one and it is definitely worth the trip. Currently, the entrance fee is 10 Euro (Oct 2025). Since we have been there close to the end of the season our group was comfortably small (I can imagine that in the summertime the visit will be very crowdy and not so quiet and comfortable). There is a parking lot (with some deserted tourist shops close by) and the possibility to be carried the 300 or so meters to the cave by a small train. Otherwise it's a 10 min walk slightly up the hill. After buying the tickets we had to wait a bit, approx. 10-15 min until enough people had gathered for the tour. The cave itself and all the formations were so amazing, I enjoyed it very much. The guide explained everything in greek and english. Whole tour is about 1 km and approx. 30 min. We did not visit the small museum with the bone collections, because we were more interested in the formations, but this would have been possible with a 5-euro fee and approx. 20 min.

This is an incredible cave and there is a great museum on site too. Both have recently reopened after significant renovation. There is s short walk uphill from the car park. Alternatively you can take the land train. There is a coffee shop and toilets outside the cave and also near the car park

A LOT of stuff to uncover. The guide who lead me and my group was very kind. He explained the history behind the cave very well and I was intrigued the entire time. Would recommend visiting if you’re in the Halkidiki area!

By far one of the best in the world, this cave amazes at every step. It’s a hidden gem of Greece and a must-see! A long labyrinth of corridors with awe-inspiring forms will leave you in wonder of the mystery of nature. Park by the shops and walk up the hill or take the noddy train. Reasonably priced tickets, discounts for children and pensioners, and a tour guide included. Thank you for such an amazing experience!

Not much to see and all locked up

It is a nice tower if only you could have entered and go up to see the amazing view of the sea. The problem is that it's never open, even though it's such a historical place, you can't enter at all, it's all locked up, and there is no way to get in. I came especially to see it, and I really wanted to be able to see the tower from the inside, plus going up to the roof to enjoy the scenery. What a shame

Nice view and outside of crowd so you Can relax a bit. Lack information about the place and possibility to enter it.

Such a great historical monument. Very hard to find something similar at Halkidiki region. Byzantine tower of Apostle Paul at Nea Fokea, built at 1407. Really old....a must visit monument at a great location with magnificent vies of the Aegean Sea.

Church and Tower very good condition, but still under renovation. Just off Hwy 24 take road to coast. Go thru town to see the buildings. The church is open. But the tower is closed. On a hill beside the beach. Many cafe's and restaurants around. If you go back into the town they have other sites connected to St Paul.

The Tower is closed at present. Nice view. Plenty of restaurants and cafes nearby. Would have eaten here to try out different Greek foods...... but have half board at the hotel and therefore not a good idea of gluttony!

Good stop off in our tesla hire car, nice to stretch our legs👍🏻 Nice little building and good view out to sea Water was super clear Good vibez

Still good beach. Pleanty of places in natural shadow, clean water. The only issue is that waves can get stronger and depth is steep so not that comfy for small kids.

Very beautiful beach, coarse sand and it very clean and you can sea some fish wondering around your legs while you taking a swim. Nice umbrellas

Pebbly sand, deep water after 4-5m. Nice forest pine in the south part, you can rest there during hottest hours.

The water was pure perfection. Crystal clear. The water was so calm, it Felt like swimming in a pool. Easy access to the water. There is a large umbrella hotel area (overpriced and overcrowded I think) in the middle, but the left and the right sides were quite chill. Parking along the road was free and easy in the middle of September, also some shade. There is a mini market.

Lots of place with natural shade. Come early for parking spot in the shadow and nice spot in the forest, anyway tourists will sit next to you like you came together to vacation, just you didn’t know until that moment. Left from the main lagomandra beach where there is possibly charge of enterance, sunbeds etc.

Very nice beach. We paid €15 for two sunbeds and an umbrella, which also included parking right in front of the beach. There is free parking nearby, but we arrived too late to find a spot. I’m giving 3 stars because there are nicer beaches in Sithonia. Cocktails are decent, priced between €10–13. Tip: avoid the Thalassa Blue restaurant near the beach. The staff are rude, they bring the wrong food, and they try to overcharge. Better to bring your own food or eat elsewhere.

Amazing beach. Deep, but calm. You will find near the beach a bar with fair prices

This is one of my two favorite beaches here. It’s not crowded, with only three rows of sunbeds and plenty of trees for natural shade. Sunbeds with an umbrella cost €20. There’s also a bar offering cocktails and some food. Free parking available. I totally recommend it!

Very beautiful beach, especially at the South end, there is a big rock and many fish near it, after the rock there are stone stairs and you can go to another tiny beach made only of rock. Great for snorkling! Free parking on the road right next to the beach.

Beautiful beach. Everything is so clean and the staff is very polite A big salute to Pavlos. Private parking aswell. The water is cristal clear and there are so many choices of sunbads (first row or the last if you like to stay in the shadow) We were amazed and rested well there. All recommandations.

This beach is absolutely amazing. The water is so crystal clear and warm. The sand is so soft to walk on even in the water. It’s so easy to swim and lots of water sports and things to hire such as paddle boards and pedal boats. You can choose to sit on the lounge chairs provided. They are dearer than other beaches but they are very comfortable and great service from the waiters. There’s opportunities to snorkel and even scuba dive. A must visit even for a day.

Nice beach place, good food and drinks, friendly staff, you can rent canoe and boats. But it's a bit annoying that even with consumption you still have to pay for umbrella and chaise lounges.

In my opinion, this is one of the better and more beautiful beaches in Sithonia. The sunbeds are expensive — up to €50 — and during weekdays, the sunbeds are relatively empty. We brought our own umbrellas and set them up in the free area of the beach. The sea and its color are absolutely stunning. It gets crowded on weekends, but it's still worth a visit. My recommendation is to come as early as possible, as there’s no proper parking and you’ll have to leave your car on the dirt road. Please park considerately and leave enough space for those who are trying to leave. DESPERATELY NEEDED: trash bins and toilets on the beach itself.

Great beach, but parking is a huge problem. Avoid the main parking and instead go for Isla Beach on Google maps. You will end up on the nort side of Kalogria Beach, but there’s parking spaces even at noon there. It’s also much easier to get back to the main road from there.

It is always full but is a very nice beach with natural shade, a great restaurant and bar nearby. The water is warm and shallow and luckily there are no sunchairs

Very beautiful beach with white rock formations, rocks in the water, great for snorkeling! We saw many types of fish and an octopus. Free parking right next to the beach and then you go down to the rocks, easy access.

A beautiful beach for families with kids especially. On the one side it’s covered with rocks so you gotta be careful, but the water is clear. On the other side it’s covered in sand and it’s perfect for children, however sometimes the water can get a little dirty.

Perfect sand and clear water. Gradual depth increase, perfect for little kids. A lot of parking in pines shade. No umbrellas , bring your own or get early to get the position in natural shade. One of the must visit beaches in Sithonia. Plus, the view on Athos 🙂

We explored all the beaches in Sithonia, and this one stood out as our absolute favourite! By far the most impressive—crystal-clear turquoise water, soft sand, and a calm, relaxing atmosphere that felt like paradise. Unlike some of the busier spots, this beach was peaceful and perfectly clean, giving us the chance to really enjoy the natural beauty of Sithonia. The views were breathtaking, the water ideal for swimming, and the whole place radiated serenity. If you’re looking for the best beach in Sithonia, look no further—this is the one that truly captured our hearts!

An extremely beautiful and unusual beach. There are many rocks and coves. There is a cafe next to the beach where you can buy a refreshing drink.

Great beach! Warm, shallow water, fine white sand, enough shade… Shaltered from the waves by rocks. Beautifull view of Mount Athos. The only ‘problem’ is too much waste from the trees near the shore, but it’s easy to get around.

We bought tickets online for the Blue Lagoon. The boat was comfortable and not too big, there weren't too many people like on other boats, so there was enough space for everyone. The lunch was delicious, served right on the beach. A special thanks to the team, the service was top-notch. Everyone was very friendly, kind, and caring. Highly recommend!

Greece is Bliss! Nirvana and Paradise rolled into one. Mt Athos one day excursion via operator Athos Sea Cruises aboard boat "Captain Fotis" is exceptional for 25-35€ ($30-40). Father/Son Family run business with superb hospitality, customer service, and professional crew. Large Clean, well-maintained ferries with ample room to move around and various seating arrangements. I personally met, chat with at length, and now adore Captain George. Friendly, personable, and loves life to the fullest. Seeing the various monasteries from afar is beautiful and satisfying. They do an excellent program of boarding holy monks and relics to bless those believers of Christianity and Eastern Greek Orthodoxy. You may also purchase a variety of goods such as icons, crosses, incense, olive oils and honey produced by the monks from the Holy Mount Athos. Ouranoupolis is heaven on earth and Drenia/Banana Beach are spiritually uplifting energy healing pools of divine waters. I will return soon and maybe stay forever. Highly recommend!! Eternally grateful and thankful for the blessed experience.

Got tickets online. The ship lands at the top point of the port. Guided tour in english,bulgarian,serbian and russian. There are 3 decks. There is a bar at the lowest deck. Very comfortable and enjoyable experience

Great cruise, very informative. One star less for the endless amount of talking as everything will be repeated in several languages.

Met all our expectations. Reasonable price for a boat shared with 200 people. Easy to wander across decks for best shots of the Athos scenery, information on monasteries provided in various languages via loudspeakers could be well understood. Monks visit boat for blessings and selling religious items. Relaxed 3 hours despite boat was full, of course nothing intimate or with privacy. Little shop on board.

We had a great experience. In the morning we watched the monasteries from the boat, at about 13h we were at a very nice sandy beach. The lunch was good, then some free time and at about 16:30 we boarded on the boat to go back. It is really worth doing this little trip.

It was a very nice trip. I liked the cruise itself, enjoying the swimming at the banana beach, the lunch was tasty and served quickly. I also liked the live music on board and the staff was very friendly and willing to help. The boat was spacious enough and clean. All perfect.

Magical place, cosy taverns, tasty food. In my opinion September is the best time to be there. Day cruiser available to different destinations and water taxi to well organised beach ⛱️.

Nice building. Some fascinating facts on the board next to it too but that's about it. Great photo opp. Oranopolis is a pretty little village to buy some gifts and have food/drinks...The taxis drop off and pick up directly outside the Byzantine Tower so if you visit Oranopolis by cab, you really can't miss it!

The Byzantine Tower of Petriona, also known as the Tower of Ouranoupolis, is one of the most iconic monuments in Halkidiki, Greece. It's located in the picturesque village of Ouranoupolis, the last stop before Mount Athos. It was likely built in the 14th century by the Vatopedi Monastery to protect its dependency.

The Byzantine Tower of Prosphorion is one of the most charming landmarks to see by the beach. Its old stone walls and impressive structure instantly transport you back to another era, while the location right by the sea makes it even more special. It’s a great spot for taking photos, enjoying the view, and soaking up the history of the area. After visiting, you can easily enjoy a walk along the coast or stop at a nearby café. A beautiful mix of history and seaside atmosphere – definitely worth a visit when you’re in the region!

nice place to see. small museum, on three levels. beautiful view to sea ana village.

Visit this old tower to learn a piece of history and for the view on the sea. Take a few minutes to read the information about the history, because it is definitely better than the exposition hosted inside the tower. The tower is not very tall and the last floor is off limits but still, the view from the window stills is nice.

It’s the signature tower of Ouranoupolis but although I’ve been many times in the village on my way to Agion Oros, haven’t had a chance to visit inside. The locals tell me there isn’t anything special which is a shame because it could have been a great museum as the spot is very touristy…

Absolutely stunning. I can see why the 7th century BC miners choose this location. Incredible to see 3 layers/eras of archaeological ruins on top of each other. There were some helpful signs, but they could use more... Might want to read up a little before going to get the most out of the experience.

Steeped in history, this significant archaeological site, with strong indications for the tomb of Aristotle, offers an incredibly enriching experience. It's free to enter and you can explore Ancient Stageira city through well-maintained walking paths over the hill, guided by helpful signs with explanations. Recently, they've even added information to a special mobile app that enhances your discovery as you walk, though you'll also find friendly staff on hand. For summer visits, avoid peak temperatures and be sure to wear comfortable shoes and sun protection (hat, sunscreen), and take water with you. The view from the site is amazing, and while there are wonderful beaches nearby, be aware they can get quite crowded.

This place is filled with history and you are allowed to touch it. The view from the acropolis is amazing. Some of the paths have been closed in the past years but all the attractions are still accessible. If you are an avid history lover this is your place, just sit down somewhere, listen to the sea and feel the calmness of the centuries. There are a few descriptions provided but not much detail.

Free entrance. Toilet at entrance, signs, guides all over the place. Nice view.

For those interested in the archeological heritage of Greece it is definitely worth the drive to the east coast of Chalkidiki! Ancient Stageira is much bigger than I thought and free of charge. There are restrooms near the information at the south entrance. We spent 2-2.5 h there, exploring all parts, reading informative boards and phantasizing about how the people worked and lived there back then. Audio/App guidance would have also been available, bringing back the old days to live even better, listening to and viewing all of this might take half of the day. Security guards, resp. employees are watching key sites of the grounds, being strict with people climbing the anchient walls but also willingly and friendly answer questions in a knowledgeable way. We combined the visit road-trip style to eastern Chalkidiki with the Varvara waterfalls, Aristotle's Park in non-anchient Stageira and the Metochi of The Holy Monastery Hilandar - Kakovo.

Very nice archeological site, that's free of charge! The whole of ancient Stagira sits on a hill by the sea and the site is walkable like a park. The ruins are very good to see, but I found that there could be more signs with explanations. There is volunteers working on site and the site is camera surveilled.

Very beautiful view, unfortunately we reached there at 14:30 and we had only 1h to visit beacuse it is closing at 15:30, but we enjoyed the time we had

An amazing beach, covering a long distance at the coast approximately 1km from N.Peramos. The place itself is easily accessible and offers both beach bars and open spaces, providing a place for everyone. The sand is white and clean ( don't forget to leave the place cleaner than before visiting). The sea is relatively shallow but there is a lifeguard around. The day we visited there were strong winds but even then the water was crystal clear.

This place is absolute magic! The beach is very clean, the turquoise waters are otherworldly, and little fish swim near the shore — much to the kids’ delight as they chased them around. Parking is easy at the nearby public lot, and the beach cafés offer chairs and umbrellas for a very reasonable price. They also serve delicious and affordable food and drinks, so you don’t need to leave the beach all day if you don’t want to. There are changing rooms and an open shower to rinse off before heading back to your car. A wonderful spot for families — we can’t wait to visit again!

This is the reason why after 15 years this exotic beautiful location has become a tourist attraction and not summer vacations. People lying on sunbeds one after another paying 50 euros for 2 sunbeds and 1 umbrella even if they seat 100 meters from the sea! Beach bars one next to each other with music that make no sense (even Halloween music) and no space to enjoy the true sand hills... One beach bar was burntdown instead of removing it naturally. What a pitty that 15 years ago this was an exotic place and now is like going to Athens beaches in a Sunday morning!!! Αχ Ελλάδα μου γλυκιά πως σε κατάντησαν έτσι!

Big sandy beach, no stones at the entrance of the sea. Clear water. Lots of beach bars, though rather expensive. For this kind of beach it's probably the best one in northern Greece.

Wonderful beaches around. Very clean douches and toilets. Good service, may be little bit expensive. The water is clean and transparent. You may see underwater life easily. The music is louder. Good for families as well as young people Recommend

A stunning beach with lovely white sand and turquoise blue sea. There is a small road to park in on the walk to the beach. There are no open restaurants or shops or toilets on the beach itself, but this is late May. It may be different in season. Enjoy 😊

Great beach, really fine sand and clear water. The toilets and showers are really nice and the staff are very welcoming and sweet. Wasn't a big fan of the music, we were at the end of the section far from the dj but it was still quite loud and at times a bit weird. The pizza is big, I think for two people, so have that in mind. Food and drink prices are very reasonable.

Visited the ancient ruins while on a pilgrimage tour of Greece. The whole site is massive with ruins dating back to the time of St. Paul the Apostle and from the later Byzantine era. It is highly recommended during the summer to wear a hat, bring sunscreen and an umbrella for shade. Highlights included the amphitheater, Byzantine era basilica, the town square and the location of the prison where Paul and Silas were kept in during their stop over in the city. Next to the entrance is a cafe where you can purchase food and drinks.

Very fun experience overall. Alot of the places to see were closed off for Saftey, and the museum costs alot - 10 euros each on top of the entrance ticket, despite that, the staff Is very nice, a man gave us a tour around a section of the plot, around a tomb. you get an hour or two of walking around and exploring for ten euros and kids go free. I'd recommend strongly, especially if more things open up

I loved visiting here, especially being a Christian and knowing the history of this town. The excavations are only partially done, but you can still get a real feel of what it must have been like. Such a great experience!

This is very important site for Bible story. There are site of prison of Paul & Silas. This is the place that encounter triggered events that led to Paul and Silas being imprisoned. In Acts 16:16, a young slave girl with a spirit of divination, who was earning her masters a lot of money by fortune-telling, met Paul and Silas as they were going to prayer. In Acts 16:23, after being severely flogged, Paul and Silas were thrown into prison and ordered to be guarded carefully by the jailer. On May 18 of 2025, which we visited, Greece celebrates International Museum Day, when museums and archaeological sites are open for free.

I loved the amphitheatre and it's amazing acoustics! It's insane to experience the "technology" that they had so many years back. We went on our own, so I think we missed a lot of the information, although there were enough signs explaining what you were looking at. The prison of Paul that we were most excited to see, was not much, but it was nice being at the place that he walked and spoke. The price of 10€/person is a bit too much.

A beautiful and big archaeological site worthy visiting. Admission was about $6 Euro per adult. On the day of our visit happened to be a special holiday in April and admission was free. They have lots of displays and explanation signs along the way. Along a QR code to download for more information. It is a fair big area. Do bring comfortable shoes and sun / wind protections. Water for a hot day. You will also find a prison cell label St. Paul’s prison (as Paul was jailed in Philippi according to the Bible) There are restaurants and facilities in the entrance area you can get food and drinks as well. Museums and shops, etc. Highly recommended!

Amazing. definitely set aside a good amount of time. Made better by well-qualified tour guide / historian

It is worth coming here for a couple of hours- for some jumping and snorkeling near by is simply beautiful. Even though it was full of people there was room for everyone. Also jumping can be down at different heights so you can overcome your fears and keep developing 🚀

A great spot for beautiful photos. We visited in the second half of September. Parking near the lagoon costs 4 euros, but you can park for free a little earlier. It's still an 8-minute walk down. The descent is not easy for those 60+. There are plenty of smooth rocks there, perfect for sunbathing.

Amazing natural pool with a breathtaking view. It is easy to get in the lagoon. It is a bit difficult to get out, but with a little help it is managable. Not many tourists get inside which is good because it keeps the water clean. Don't bring umbrellas and sea-chairs because there is no place to put them. The area is rocky. Nobody stays for long time because it isn't a beach. I take a star down because THERE is a road to get close to the lagoon but the "bussinessman" who bought the area have closed the road only to get through their taverns and their coffee shops to spend your money. So you have to walk down a 20-minute road. There are two options. Follow the yellow sign "Giola" or you can follow the blue sign "Giola vibes". Both ways get you to the lagoon. You just pass through the tavern or the coffee shop. Don't park in the parking area because it is not free. You can park for free anywhere among the olive trees. TIP from a local: Don't park on the cement street because the police checks the area every 2 hours and gets the car plates if you have parked on the cement street.

I recommend going at a time when there aren't many people around and the weather isn't too hot. It's worth seeing, and swimming there is a wonderful experience, but only under the conditions I mentioned.

The lagoon is amazing and the view .. wow But the way to the lagoon is way too far and hard 🤣 make sure you have appropriate shoes for water and also sneakers to arrive there, no sleepers!!

The visit was wonderful and worth coming.Its very fun for jumping but I give an advice and go there early.The ticket for the parking was 4 euros for 2 hours.But it's a little hard to get there by feet

Beautiful nature's creation. Keep in mind it's very crowded most of the day. Avoid touching the rocks on the sides of the formation and at the bottom because there are sea urchins!

Very nicely kept. Views from the top of the tower are amazing and this justifies the very steep climb you have to take in order to get to the fortress. But don't skip climbing the tower stairs as it's not nearly the same view from the walls...

It's worth it for the view, although you can see the same view from any high place in the city. The ticket is 5€ per person, which I think is a bit much for one climb up the stairs to the top. Be careful with the stairs, they are steep and narrow, also watch your head (I say this from experience) and if you have claustrophobia don't go in!

This is one of the city's landmarks that can be seen from everywhere. It is a little difficult to access, due to the small streets and parking restrictions, which is a discomfort for tourists and a great relief after the introduction of the new rules for local citizens. So, it will take you between 10 and 20 minutes of walking and climbing, depending on your pace, until you reach the fortress. There is discomfort when it is a very hot day. Everything else is great. You can get a ticket and enter to learn more about the history and the city. As well as see panoramic views that are revealed from the fortress. There is also a cafe where you can rest and refresh yourself. I recommend visiting it, especially if you are interested in history. This is also a good place for children to learn new information and develop their thinking and imagination.

You will have 360 degree view of Kavala city. Entry is 5 € for July’25. Inside of castle, there are not much things to see. Go to tower and the best view is there. Castle is opening at 08:00 which I recommend that time because stairs of tower is quite narrow so that might be trouble if many people there.

Great place and worth the hike up to find it. If you are going solo as I did follow a mixture of google maps but also the local signs, even the ones painted on walls. Following google maps I got to a few dead ends. Entrance costs 4 euro and there is a bar inside! You may need that as I did after the hike up. The Castle itself is interesting but you will have been to many better. The point here is its location at the top and the great views it gives of Kavala. It’s a quiet place with no access for buses full of tourists! The walk down was a lot easier than the walk up and I think in retrospect I should have started from the viaduct from the last arch north to south, or the arch nearest the hill on which is the Fortress.

These walls most likely follow the outline of those of ancient Neapolis, as was the name of the city in the Classical era and all the way through the Roman times. Emperor Julian (yes, that one, the one known as the apostate), made some improvements and repairs, as the threat of the barbarian tribes could not be withheld by the defenses along the Danube. Emperor Justinian also included the city in his extensive rebuilding program. So did Romanos Lekapenos, but by this time, the city had been renamed Christopolis. The job must have been a good one, as it was one of the very few fortifications that managed to repel the marauding Catalan Company, even though this occurred 4 centuries after these repairs. Nevertheless, the attack must have taken its toll, as Emperor Andronikos II commissioned repairs shortly afterward. The city held until the late 14th century, when it fell to the Turks, who in turn reconstructed the walls in the early 15th century. Some parts of the outer layers remain, but the citadel is in good condition and has been reconstructed. It offers a wonderful as well as impressive depiction of the fortifications and magnificent viewpoints too. An overall enjoyable experience for all. The only downside is the absence of parking space, but the ascent through the old town has its charm as well.

Beautiful fortress with a fantastic view over the entire city of Kavala and the sea! Well-preserved, full of history, and with an authentic atmosphere. The climb to the top is absolutely worth it – the view is truly breathtaking. A must-visit spot for history lovers, walkers, and photography enthusiasts. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Kavala!

The bay itself is beautiful. The beach would be beautiful if it wasn't so ram-packed with beach chairs and umbrellas. You can barely move. Also big boats come in and dump 100s of passengers into the bay. Taverna Leonidas is a lovely place to sit and enjoy lunch, and the archaeological site of Aliki is right next to the beach and worth a visit. Therefore I'd visit the beach if I were visiting the archaeological site, but wouldn't drive here just for the beach - there are better. Parking is up on the main road. There's a quieter beach behind on the others side of the peninsula, 2 min walk from here.

Such a beautiful beach! In the early morning (9 AM) it is not crowded, there is plenty of space where you can choose from. We chose a set of sunbeds which were 20€ per set, without anything included. But the staff there (a lady and a man) are very friendly, attentive. We ordered 2 coffees and a water and they were brought in less than 5 minutes. There are no waves, the water is clear and lean, perfect for kids and families. There are parking spaces along the main road, a couple of minutes apart from the beach.

To crowdedness for our taste. But other than that, water was perfect until tourist boats came with their garbage which ended up in water. You should definitely come early here in order to park your car. This is a beach for families with children, so if you are not fond of that, avoid it.

It has nice views but the space is not well maintained, i came back after 2 years and some informative panels are destroyed and vegetation can be irrigated maybe.

We visited Aliki Beach and chose to stay at the middle beach bar with the brown sunbeds. The price for two sunbeds and an umbrella is €20 , this is only for the sunbeds, and anything you order from the bar is not included in this price. The staff makes sure to inform you about this right from the beginning. The prices are very reasonable for a beach bar. Everything was great the staff were friendly, polite, very well organized, and they also speak English very well, which makes communication easy and pleasant. We definitely plan to return!

It is a wonderful beach with crystal clear water. There are many facilities in the beach with different prices, I recommend the place with the beige sunbeds ( the one next to the brown sunbeds). It had a minimum consumption amount of 30 euros for 2 sunbeds and an umbrella without extra fees so it was great.

Excellent for kids, but expensive. First and second rows of sunbeads are minimum consumption 70eur in taverna, other rows were from 50eur, and it is always full. You need to park on the street, and there are a lot of car parks.

A beautiful beach worth a visit. There are 2 cafes on it, and in between there are places for tourists who don't want to be in those cafes. The view is beautiful, the water is warm and not too windy, a real paradise. Only the approach to the beach is terrible, if you don't have a good car, be careful! For this reason, I give a rating of 4.

Love this beach. It is in a beautiful setting and is reasonably accessible. It’s especially accommodating and safe for children as it is shallow in many parts. Would highly recommend to visit it.

Nice beach with soft sand and shallow water. There are free areas where you can sit, parking lots and beach bars where you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas as well. After 11:00 it gets pretty crowded.

Parking - many people park on the main road, however when I drove all the way down to the parking next the beach there were 2 parking spaces free. The road down to the beach it steep and sandy/dusty. There is a chance the on the way back some cars might get stuck towards the end. Nature - the sand is very fine, however the beach is not well cleaned. Many sticks, cigarettes, and small pieces of rubbish in the sand. I think that the two beach bars should take better care on the condition of the beach. Beach bars- there are two beach bars. A set of 2 sunbeds and 1 umbrella costs 30 euros and includes 1 drink. At the area of the bars ice bags are not allowed. Shower is ONLY allowed for the people who are paying fot umbrella set. There is no free shower, which is very dissapointing... Sea - the water is clean. The depth is shallow until further in the sea. It is suitable for small children. Overall, it is loud and crowded beach, because of its popularity. Furthermore , because of the policy the the two beach bars, people who are not using the sunbeds feel unwanted on the beach.

Best beach on Thassos. It has enough space for everyone, even for those who bring their own umbrellas and chairs. It has a big parking area few minutes away from the beach.

My favorite beach in Thassos! Surrounded by greenery, with crystal-clear water and fine sand, it’s simply beautiful. There’s free parking, though the road leading to it isn’t the best – but everything else more than makes up for it. The beach has a spacious free zone and two bars/restaurants. We highly recommend Nikos Bar & Grill.

If you're looking for a beach with beautiful waters and clean, combined with nature, and swallow waters, this is the perfect place! Ideal for families. If you are into exploring the rocky side of the coastline, bring a mask but avoid touching or climbing because there are sea urchins (the rest of the beach is sea-urchin free!!). Bring your own umbrellas and chairs to avoid paying for sunbeds.

Long sandy beach, shallow, crystal clear sea. Gets busy but we got to the beach just after 8am and enjoyed some space to ourselves before the crowds arrived. Saying that, it's not packed, plenty of space for everyone. Sunbeds 15€ for a set of 2, with umbrella. Great place to chill, unwind and relax.

A beautiful slice of paradise. Soft golden sand turquoise water. Plenty of sunbeds, water sports, lifeguard,beach bars and the wonderful Greek people. You can walk end to end of the beach stopping off for a drink ar some amazing fresh fish . A real treat.

It is such a nice beach. The village has so many houses to rent for the summer. The beach is great. The waters are clear and clean. There are a lot of coffee amd food options and various pricea. There is a long beach walk up to Xrisi Akti to walk along. The staff at the shops is very polite.

It's a beautiful, long beach. It's stunning at sunrise, and there are different businesses at different parts of the beach. There are fees for sunbeds and umbrellas, but they're affordable. We set up our own tent and swam there.

One of the best beaches on Thassos. Plenty of beach bars where you can buy a coffee or a drink and you will get two sun-beds and umbrella for free. Also plenty of spots where you can bring your own accessories. When entering sea it is shallow for a very long time so it is perfect for families with kids.

It was such a pleasure being on golden beach, the sand is so fine and soft that it cannot be described with words, you need to feel it. The beach is huge and it has one of the best views on the island. The water is clear and it is good for non swimmers as it is so shallow. It's not good for snorkeling as there is nothing really to see underwater, only sand and a few fish here and there. This beach is perfect if you want to fully relax and enjoy.

Water has some algue here and there, pieces floating. The sea has deep and shallow parts, not turquise but still in general it is clean. Sand is very smooth.

A magnificent experience where you can enjoy the nature on its full extent!!!our tour guides ,Lazaros and George, made sure that we are comfortable and most of all safe throughout the whole activity!!!I must say that they exceeded expectations! We can't thank you enough for the unique experience! Totally recommend the long route with the kayak!

Great kayak experience even after the third time we have done it in 4 years. Getting downstream of the river Nestou for 21km in 4.5 hours with two stops and great lunch/refreshments provided by the organisers. Great service by the riverland team (sissy, lazaros and Nikol).. bestow offers spectacular landscapes and crystal clear waters.. we will be back soon.

We did a full-day kayak tour on the Nestos River and it was absolutely breathtaking. The nature is stunning in a way that photos simply cannot capture. The guides were very professional and made the whole experience feel safe and enjoyable. The package, including Equipment, tour, photos and snacks, was more than worth the price. You truly miss out if you don’t book this tour. We had a wonderful day – thank you so much to the Riverland team!

This was one of the best wilderness experiences we've ever had. The team at Riverland Outdoor Activities are the most organised, professional and safety-conscious in the area. Above all, they're friendly, knowledgeable and go out of their way to make sure their customers have a great day. These are the things that were important to us that we want to share: If you're kayaking, The Riverland Team provide wetsuits, thermal protection and life vests. These are all in excellent condition and are cleaned with an antibacterial solution after every use, for at least 24 hours, which we were very relieved to hear. Be mindful of your valuables and anything that you would be devastated to lose in the water. The Riverland Team provide watertight containers that will protect your things. The guides will take plenty of photos for you and will share them with you via email inclusive with your ticket fee. The Nestos River has many different sections and certain currents can be unpredictable and can flip you into the water, which is an experience in itself! If that happens, be cool, the guides are experts and will help you. Included in the ticket fee, the team also provide snacks, tea/coffee and a light lunch all which are fresh and catered to dietary needs. Overall, these people are the best at what they do. Trust your day out with them and you will have a great time. To our guides Christina and Ioanna, thank you!

Visited once more this July to go downriver with family. Everyone had a great time as all logistics were taken into consideration, there were cool drinks and snacks included in the price. Highly recommended for family age 8-10 and above

Great outdoor experiences. The staff members were very friendly and patient with the kids. The zip line is a must to try. The nature where everything is happening is stunning!

Great wildlife nature experience. In the river one can see many bird species and other animals and the place is a sanctuary for animals and people alike. Other activities are also available.