Sightseeing Tours in Syros Island

Syros is not a typical Cycladic Island.

During the 19th century, Hermoupolis, its capital, was the major commercial, financial and industrial center of Greece, also known as the «Manchester of the Mediterranean»!

This is why, in one part of the city there are neoclassical, impressive buildings of the bourgeois class, while in the other half, you can walk through an amazing industrial wasteland, full of tanneries, warehouses, textile factories, Neorio shipyard and working class neighborhoods.

During this walking tour you will:

# familiarise yourself with Hermoupolis amazing industrial past,

# walk along the ruins of many 19th century factories and get to know the family stories of the people that owned them,

# learn about the working and living conditions of Hermoupolis working class.

Dive into the city's miraculous industrial past!

The tour can be done either in English or Greek.

Hermoupolis industrial map

photo book

Private transportation

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not wheelchair accessible

This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

This experience requires good weather. If its canceled due to poor weather, youll be offered a different date or a full refund.

This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If its canceled because the minimum isnt met, youll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.