THESSALONIKI - 18 HOLES - FREE

THESSALONIKI
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Thessaloniki - 18 stops - par 54

Thessaloniki is the setting for this round, where the ball rolls across the actual city streets. Real attractions like the Λευκός Πύργος provide the physical structure for the holes. Skip knows every corner of this place and acts as the local guide, perhaps pausing for a stray crumb. This full round of 18 holes covers 10.5 km with a par of 54, using 28 portals to move between the different districts of the city.

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HOW IT WORKS

01

Pick a city

The course is drawn on the real street grid, so the map you play is the map you walk.

02

Putt to the pin

Drag to aim, release to swing. Buildings bounce and water costs you a stroke.

03

Sightsee between strokes

Every hole ends at an attraction. Sink the putt, read the story, walk to the next tee.

THE THESSALONIKI ROUND - STOP BY STOP

HOLE 1 - PAR 3

Ο κόσμος της καινοτομίας

Let me show you Ο κόσμος της καινοτομίας, which is both an academic discipline and a type of process. It centers on the practical implementation of ideas that result in the creation or improvements of goods and services. You can pick out common elements in how this is defined, specifically a focus on newness, improvement, and the spread of technologies or ideas. It is a useful way to look at how the world evolves through better tools. I have seen plenty of new things in this city, but the theory behind them is what really keeps things moving.

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HOLE 2 - PAR 3

Πολεμικό Μουσείο

Let me show you the War Museum of Thessaloniki. This military museum is located in Thessaloniki, within the region of Central Macedonia, Greece. It had its inception in 2000, and it has been a fixture of the city's cultural offerings since that time. You can pick out various exhibits and displays that have been gathered since the museum first opened its doors to the public. I've found the surrounding area quite peaceful for a stroll, making it a nice spot to clear your head before heading back into the busier parts of town.

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HOLE 3 - PAR 3

Αρχαιολογικό Μουσείο Θεσσαλονίκης

The Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki is an archaeological museum designed by architect Patroklos Karantinos. It was established in 1912 to hold and interpret artifacts from the region of Macedonia in general, though most of the collection comes from the city of Thessaloniki. You can pick out objects representing a vast stretch of time, including the Prehistoric, Archaic, Classical, Hellenistic, and Roman periods. I find it is a great spot to get your bearings on how the city grew over the centuries.

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HOLE 4 - PAR 3

Λευκός Πύργος

Sultan Murad II captured Thessaloniki in 1430. In this city, you can find the White Tower of Thessaloniki, a fortified tower built in the Ottoman architecture style. It is a protected building and an archaeological site in Greece. Today, the tower is a museum that attracts 290,192 annual visitors. I have spent a fair amount of time watching the crowds gather around the base, but the real draw is the history held within the walls. It is a landmark that anchors the waterfront and gives you a sense of the city's layered past.

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HOLE 5 - PAR 3

Μουσείο Βυζαντινού Πολιτισμού

You might expect a collection of contemporary works here, but this is actually the Museum of Byzantine Culture. It is a museum located in Thessaloniki, within the region of Central Macedonia, Greece. The museum opened in 1994. I find the atmosphere here quite calming, though I usually spend my time watching the crowds from the eaves rather than browsing the exhibits. It is a place where you can learn about the history of the area while taking a break from the bustle of the city center.

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HOLE 6 - PAR 4

Βασιλικό Θέατρο

Let me show you the Royal Theatre of Thessaloniki. This theatre building is located in White Tower Square at 2, 30 October Avenue. It is the seat of the National Theatre of Northern Greece and functions as one of their winter stages. If you visit the interior, you can pick out a capacity of 683 seats. I have found that the area around the square is a great place to pause and watch the city move. It is a central spot where the architecture and the bustle of the street meet in a way that feels very typical of the city.

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HOLE 7 - PAR 3

Αψίδα Γαλερίου (Καμάρα)

The Arch of Galerius is a triumphal arch located in the city of Thessaloniki. This early fourth-century AD monument is built in the style of ancient Roman architecture and is an archaeological site in Greece. Because of its historical value, it is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, having been inscribed on that list in 1988. I find it is a great spot to pause and look at the masonry. You can pick out the distinct Roman influence in the structure as you walk by.

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HOLE 8 - PAR 2

Ρωμαϊκή Αγορά

Let me show you the Roman Forum of Thessaloniki. This archaeological site is an agora, which served as the ancient Roman-era forum of the city. You can find it located at the upper side of Aristotelous Square. It is a great spot to get a sense of the city's history in Greece, offering a glimpse into how the public space was organized centuries ago. I've noticed the contrast between these old stones and the modern bustle of the square nearby, making it a unique point of interest for anyone visiting the city center.

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HOLE 9 - PAR 3

Αλατζά Ιμαρέτ τζαμί

The Alaca Imaret Mosque is an archaeological site in Thessaloniki built in the Ottoman architecture style. This building is a mosque and is also known as the Ishak Pasha Mosque. It was completed in the 1480s under the direction of Ishak Pasha. Visitors can observe the specific design choices of the period in the structure of this site, which remains an important example of the city's history and its various architectural influences over the centuries.

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HOLE 10 - PAR 3

Μονή Βλατάδων

This is not a simple parish church; it is the Vlatades Monastery. Located in Ano Poli, this monastery is an example of Byzantine architecture. It is believed to have been built on the former site of Jason's house. During Ottoman rule, Sultan Murad II granted the monastery privileged status, and it was spared from pillage during the siege of Thessalonica from 1422 to 1430. In 2005, a manuscript of Galen's Peri Alypias was discovered in the monastery's library. These details make the site a vital part of the city's history.

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HOLE 11 - PAR 4

Επταπύργιο

You might think this is just a ruin, but the Heptapyrgion is a fortress and a prison. Situated on the north-eastern corner of the Acropolis of Thessaloniki in Greece, it is a site built in the Byzantine architecture style. It is a Byzantine and Ottoman-era fortress that dominates the local skyline. I've seen plenty of tourists stop here to admire the stone work from the street. Whether you call it the Heptapyrgion or Eptapyrgio, it remains one of the most imposing structures in the city.

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HOLE 12 - PAR 3

Μονή Λατόμου

The Icon of Christ of Latomos is a 5th-century apse mosaic found within the Church of Hosios David. This late 5th-century church in the Central Macedonia region of Greece is built in the Byzantine architecture style. During Byzantine times, it functioned as the katholikon of the Latomos Monastery. While the structure itself is ancient, the interior fresco and mosaic decoration was renewed between the 12th and 14th centuries. The site is now recognized as an archaeological site and remains a preserved example of the religious architecture found throughout this part of Greece.

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HOLE 13 - PAR 3

Ιερός Ναός Αγίου Νικολάου Ορφανού

Byzantine frescoes cover the interior of the Church of Saint Nicholas Orphanos. This church building in Thessaloniki is an early 14th-century Byzantine church built in the Byzantine architecture style. It is an archaeological site in Greece and is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visitors can see how the architecture and the artwork from this period have been preserved within the structure.

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HOLE 14 - PAR 3

Ιερός Ναός Προφήτη Ηλία

The Church of Prophet Elijah is built in the Byzantine architecture style. This 14th-century Greek Orthodox church is located in the Ano Poli neighbourhood and is a protected building in Greece. It is an archaeological site and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Because of its historical and architectural importance, it is one of fifteen structures inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as the Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments of Thessaloniki. Visitors to the city can find this site within the upper town area, where the building remains a significant example of its era.

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HOLE 15 - PAR 3

Παναγία Χαλκέων

The Church of Panagia Chalkeon is an Eastern Orthodox church building built in the Byzantine architecture style. It is one of fifteen structures inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List as the Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments of Thessaloniki. As an archaeological site in Greece, it represents the city's enduring religious history. You can see the influence of its 11th-century Byzantine-era origins in the structure's design. This site is recognized globally as part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site, preserving the distinct architectural heritage of the Byzantine era for all who visit the city.

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HOLE 16 - PAR 3

Πλατεία Αριστοτέλους

Aristotelous Square is the main city square of Thessaloniki, Greece, and is located on Nikis avenue in the city center. The square's style is eclecticism, following a design by French architect Ernest Hébrard in 1918. While the vision was set early on, most of the square was built in the 1950s, and the northern parts were largely restored in the 2000s. It is a central gathering point for the city. I usually find the best view of the crowd from the ledge of a nearby building.

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HOLE 17 - PAR 2

Μουσείο Φωτογραφίας Θεσσαλονίκης

Let me show you Warehouse A at Pier A. This building at the Port of Thessaloniki houses the MOMus–Thessaloniki Museum of Photography, an art museum that was established in 1997. As a cultural institution, it shares its neighborhood with the Cinema Museum of Thessaloniki. You can pick out the industrial feel of the port setting, which makes for a great backdrop to the galleries. I usually find the breeze coming off the water keeps things refreshing while you walk between the exhibits.

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HOLE 18 - PAR 3

Πλατεία Ελευθερίας

Eleftherias Square is a central square in downtown Thessaloniki, Greece. While you will find it is currently a car park, the Municipality of Thessaloniki launched a public competition in 2013 to select a design for its redevelopment into a park. Construction for this project was initially expected to start in 2018 with an expected cost of €5.1 million. It is a spot where you can imagine the city changing as it moves toward that greener future. I've seen a few crumbs dropped by tourists here, but the real draw is the history beneath the asphalt.

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STOP 19

Μπέη Χαμάμ

Μπέη Χαμάμ is a hammam and cultural center located along Egnatia Street in Thessaloniki. It is a piece of cultural heritage built in the Ottoman architecture style. You can find this protected building in Greece, which was started in 1444. Some people also call this Turkish bathhouse the Baths of Paradise. I think it is one of the most striking spots to see on this street, especially if you enjoy spotting historical details while you walk. It remains a significant example of the city's architectural history for any visitor to notice.

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OTHER COURSES

18 HOLES - PAR 55

Athens

18 stops

Athens is the setting for this round, where the map is the actual city and the ball rolls across its real streets. The holes are built from real attractions, ending the game at Πλατεία Κοτζιά. Skip is a local guide who knows every nook and cranny of these neighborhoods, though he spends most of his time hunting for crumbs. This full 18-hole round covers 10.7 km with a par of 55, using 48 portals to move between the sights.

FAQ

Is it free to play?

Yes. Every course runs in the browser with no account and no install.

Do I need to be in the city?

No. The full round plays from anywhere. Walking the real route is a nice way to see the city, but it is not required.

Are the maps real?

Yes. The geometry comes from OpenStreetMap data, rendered chunky on purpose. Streets, water and parks sit where they really are.