Chalkida: Old Town Tour of Ottoman, Venetian & Jewish Sites

Highlights

• Tour the fortress and take in views over the Euripus Strait at Karababa Castle.
• Ottoman Mosque: Visit historic Emir Zade Mosque and view its old engravings.
• Multi-Faith Old Town: See St Paraskevi Church, St Barbara's & Synagogue.
• Venetian Fortifications: Walk along ancient city walls housing Folklore Museum.
• Neo-Classical Architecture: Stroll historic Venizelos Street & Courthouses.

Description

Discover the captivating layers of Chalkis, a city where myth meets history and every corner whispers tales of conquest, culture, and community. Join our 3½-hour walking tour led by a passionate local guide, and step through time in this once-fortified medieval city—known in its storied past as Negroponte. What You'll Experience Begin at the Chalkis Courthouse, where your journey unfolds along Venizelos Street—once a medieval moat, now a living passage lined with the elegant neo-classical courthouse and the old Archaeological Museum. Wander into the soul of the city as you pass St. Barbara’s Church, an evocative Jewish Synagogue, and the charming Venetian House, before stopping at St. Paraskevi Church. Itinerary - Meet in front of the court house of Chalkis where the tour will start - Venizelos street (former medieval moat, now filled-in) seeing Neo-Classical Courthouse building and old Archaeological Museum - See St Barbara’s Church, Jewish Synagogue, Venetian House and visit St Paraskevi Church - See Venetian walls housing the Folklore Museum - Visit Ottoman Mosque with old engraving collection - See Karababa citadel with fortifications, medieval exhibition and splendid views across historic Aulis Bay and Euripus Straights - Free time to explore the citadel, relax at café and/or leisurely stroll back to the city centre. Note: museums and sites opening hours vary according to the day of the week

Includes

Guidance by Evia Adventure Tours (English & Greek language)

Excludes

Meals, Snacks, Drinks, Refreshments. No worries. We will stop at the local bakery if needed on our tour, where you can choose from a wide selection of delicious fresh pastry.

Important Information

• Do care to bring clothes according to the weather

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund