Byzantine Bath of Thessaloniki: A Glimpse into History
Explore a rare example of Byzantine bathing culture in Thessaloniki's Upper Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with centuries of history.
The Byzantine Bath of Thessaloniki, dating back to the late 12th or early 13th century, is a rare surviving example of a Byzantine bathhouse in Greece. Located in the Upper Town, it offers a unique insight into Byzantine and Ottoman daily life.
A brief summary to Byzantine Bath of Thessalonica
- Θεοτοκοπούλου, Κρίσπου, Χρυσοστόμου, Φιλοκτήτου &, Thessaloniki, 546 34, GR
- +302313310400
- Visit website
- Wednesday 10 am-1 pm
- Friday 10 am-1 pm
Local tips
- Check the opening hours before visiting, as they are limited and may vary.
- The site is located in the Upper Town, which offers panoramic views of Thessaloniki.
- Combine your visit with a trip to the nearby Church of Osios David or other historical sites in Ano Poli.
Getting There
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Walking
From Aristotelous Square, walk north towards Egnatia Street. Turn right onto Egnatia Street and continue for approximately 800 meters. Turn left onto Kritis Street, then right onto Theotokopoulou Street. The Byzantine Bath of Thessaloniki will be on your left.
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Public Transport
From Aristotelous Square, walk to the nearest bus stop on Egnatia Street. Take bus line 5 or 8 towards the city center. Get off at the 'Krystallopigi' stop. Walk along Kritis Street and turn right onto Theotokopoulou Street. The Byzantine Bath will be on your left. A single bus ticket costs €0.60.
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Taxi
Hail a taxi from the street or use a ride-hailing app. Provide the driver with the address: Θεοτοκοπούλου, Κρίσπου, Χρυσοστόμου, Φιλοκτήτου &, Thessaloniki 546 34. The taxi ride should take approximately 10-15 minutes, depending on traffic. A 5km taxi ride in Thessaloniki would cost approximately €6.
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