Overview
Built in AD 306 as Emperor Galerius's mausoleum, the Rotunda is a 24.5m-diameter circular building similar to Rome's Pantheon. When the emperor wasn't buried here, Constantine I converted it into a church in the 4th century, preserving intricate Byzantine mosaics on its ceiling and walls. In Ottoman times it served as a mosque, with a minaret added alongside; today it's a museum that occasionally hosts services. The adjacent Arch of Galerius (Kamara) is a four-sided triumphal arch built in AD 298 to mark Galerius's victory over the Persians, with finely carved Roman reliefs. Admission about EUR 6. 1-minute walk from Kamara metro station (Line 1).
Travel Tips
The golden Byzantine mosaics are the highlight. The Arch of Galerius is free to view from outside - explore them together.
Affiliate link — RoadMento may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.
🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Thessaloniki, Greece from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Greece on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
Compare direct and connecting flights from Incheon (ICN) to Thessaloniki on Skyscanner or Google Flights. Early-morning departures from Korea are usually the cheapest option.
KRW ↔ Local Currency
Check the live FX widget above for the latest KRW rate. Korean travel cards like Travel Wallet, Hana EZ and Toss FX offer free local ATM withdrawals and competitive rates.
Korean Community · Korean Food
Many cities have an active Korean community in Thessaloniki with Korean restaurants, mini-marts, and Korean-speaking guides. Search Naver Cafe or KakaoTalk open chats for "Thessaloniki 한인" before you go.
Attractions near Rotunda & Arch of Galerius
Tap a pin on the map to jump to that attraction.
Alaca Imaret Mosque
An Ottoman-era charitable complex and mosque built in 1484 in Ano Poli.
📍 297m away
Vlatades Monastery
A 14th-century Byzantine monastery in Ano Poli with sweeping city views.
📍 973m away
Things to Do in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Food Tour
Food tour through Modiano Market and Ladadika district in Greece's gourmet capital - bougatsa, gyros, tzatziki, and ouzo tastings included. About EUR 70-95
Meteora Day Trip
Day tour from Thessaloniki to the UNESCO monasteries perched atop massive rocks of Meteora. About EUR 70-110
Mount Olympus Hike
Guided hike in Mount Olympus National Park, the home of the Greek gods. About EUR 80-120