Industrial Hermoupolis Walking Tour
Overview
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.
What's Included
- Photo book
- Hermoupolis industrial map
- Private transportation
Meeting Location
Κιμώλου 44
Siros Ermoupoli 841 00, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Ir. Politechniou 98
Ermoupoli 841 00, Greece
Our walking tour will end at the Library & Information Center of the University of the Aegean, which used to host Kornilakis Tannery.
What To Expect
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Hermoupolis
1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
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Activity code: C-464303P1
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