Audio Guide of the Museum of Byzantine Culture

The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday: 8:30-15:30 in winter (through March) and 8:00-20:00 in summer. It is closed on Mondays. It is located at 2 Stratou Avenue. For transport, take bus 24 or 50 from the city center. More details: Official opening hours.

General admission: €8 (2024). Under 18s enter free, students and visitors over 65 pay €4. Free on the first Sundays (November-March). Buy at the ticket office or online: Digital tickets.

The average visit lasts 1.5-2 hours. If you are especially interested in Byzantine art or want to take detailed photos of the mosaics, allow up to 3 hours. There are benches to rest between galleries.

It houses more than 3,000 pieces showing the greatness of Thessaloniki as the Byzantine Empire's second city. Highlights include 14th-century frescoes and objects from Hagia Sophia Basilica. Its neo-Byzantine architecture is a work of art in itself.

Best in spring (April-June) or autumn (September-October) for mild temperatures. Avoid July-August when there are more tourists. During the day, arrive at opening time (8:00/8:30) to enjoy the main galleries in peace.

Yes, it has elevators and ramps on all floors. Wheelchairs are loaned free of charge (reserve in advance at +30 2313 306 400). Accessible restrooms are on the ground floor near the entrance.

A 5-minute walk away are: the White Tower (symbol of Thessaloniki), the Rotunda (Roman monument), and the Arch of Galerius. Combine it with a walk along the waterfront for sea views.

1) Rent an audio guide (€3 available in English) 2) Flash-free photography is allowed 3) Visit the first floor first to see the best-preserved mosaics 4) Finish at its garden café with views of the Byzantine walls.