Thessaloniki Free Ghost Tour: Shadows of Ano Poli
Overview
Have you ever walked through a place and felt, without knowing why, that you were not entirely alone?
Rising above the glittering city, Thessaloniki's upper neighborhood has been keeping its secrets for a thousand years. Empires rose here. People vanished here. And somewhere between the Byzantine stones and the Ottoman shadows, the past never quite became the past.
Shadows of Ano Poli is a 90-minute walk through from sunset to early night.
What makes a ghost story stay with you long after you've heard it? Is it the darkness? The details? Or is it the moment you realize the story didn't end?
These are real streets. Real stories. Real shadows.
The city below will keep glittering. Up here, something else entirely is waiting.
This is not a history tour , but a way to experience the city with a local who grew up in here and will walk you through the small details that you would normaly miss if you were to walk on your own .
This activity includes:
- Walking tour with a local storyteller
- Walk through the local streets of Ano Poli
- Stories of dark history, legends, and untold secrets
- Panoramic views over the city and the sea
- Small group atmosphere for a more engaging experience
Our Guides
On arrival
We will be waiting right by Heptapyrgion, next to Cafe Aithrion.
BUS
To reach the location, simply take bus 23 and get off at the last stop. ( Palio Terma) . Our guide will be waiting for you across the bus stop with your name.
TAXI
By taxi is a a5b minutes drive from the Port of Thessaloniki.
**Based on availability, we might be able to provide you with a free transfer from the city center to the Upper City. Kindly message us to check the availability**
Things to note
Comfortable shoes and water will make the experience more pleasant.
How can the tour be free?
Our concept is simple — there is no set price. Instead, you tip your guide at the end of the tour whatever amount feels right to you. Typically, guests give between $10 to €50, depending on their satisfaction and budget.
Most guides accept cash or card payments, or you can do it via our app.
Free Cancellation
You are free to cancel a booking anytime. We kindly remind you to cancel bookings you cannot arrive for. Being reported as absent decreases your customer level points and the benefits you can enjoy.
