Thessaloniki Essentials
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You simply can't travel to Thessaloniki and not visit the White Tower. Located by the seafront and housing a museum exhibition as well. it offers a fantastic city view and valuable historical facts.
540 locals recommend
White Tower of Thessaloniki
You simply can't travel to Thessaloniki and not visit the White Tower. Located by the seafront and housing a museum exhibition as well. it offers a fantastic city view and valuable historical facts.
Being one of the most frequently visited museums in Thessaloniki, this place will impress you with it's collections and events (including items that range from prehistoric artifacts to antiquities).
275 locals recommend
Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
6 Manoli AndronikouBeing one of the most frequently visited museums in Thessaloniki, this place will impress you with it's collections and events (including items that range from prehistoric artifacts to antiquities).
A must-see! The setting is exceptional and the place is full of Byzantine history & interesting exhibits that await you!
274 locals recommend
Museum of Byzantine Culture
2 Leof. StratouA must-see! The setting is exceptional and the place is full of Byzantine history & interesting exhibits that await you!
This church is believed to be the oldest surviving one in Thessaloniki, and it's dedicated to Virgin Mary. 'Acheiropoietos' means 'created by a divine power, not by human hands'
16 locals recommend
Church of Panagia Acheiropoietos
56 Agias SofiasThis church is believed to be the oldest surviving one in Thessaloniki, and it's dedicated to Virgin Mary. 'Acheiropoietos' means 'created by a divine power, not by human hands'
This church is part of UNESCO's list of Paleochristian and Byzantine Monuments of Thessalonika, and it's dedicated to the city's patron saint
165 locals recommend
Church of St. Demetrios
Agiou DimitriouThis church is part of UNESCO's list of Paleochristian and Byzantine Monuments of Thessalonika, and it's dedicated to the city's patron saint
Visit Eptapyrgio and enjoy the amazing view of the city.
70 locals recommend
White Tower of Thessaloniki
130 EptapirgiouVisit Eptapyrgio and enjoy the amazing view of the city.
Neoclassical buildings, souvenir shops, restaurants and cafes combine, to create the main square og Thessaloniki
216 locals recommend
Aristotelous Square
Neoclassical buildings, souvenir shops, restaurants and cafes combine, to create the main square og Thessaloniki
The area around square is full of history. Start from the palace of Galerius (Roman Emperor) and walk towards the Arch of Galerius (renowned monument) & the Rotunda (Roman temple).
12 locals recommend
Navarinou Square
The area around square is full of history. Start from the palace of Galerius (Roman Emperor) and walk towards the Arch of Galerius (renowned monument) & the Rotunda (Roman temple).
The street by the seafront, you can stroll around, bike, find cozy cafes & restaurants, and enjoy the sun or the starry sky!
59 locals recommend
New Museum of Thessaloniki
The street by the seafront, you can stroll around, bike, find cozy cafes & restaurants, and enjoy the sun or the starry sky!
The emblematic church that is a symbol for the city of Thessaloniki.
117 locals recommend
Hagia Sophia of Thessaloniki
Agias SofiasThe emblematic church that is a symbol for the city of Thessaloniki.
Φαγητό
Just the place to eat a delicious bougatsa (traditional pastry with custard, cheese, or other fillings). Try it the local way with a bottle of cocoa milk! (the shop is located in the fashionable Mitropoleos Street).
27 locals recommend
Bougatsa Giannis
106 MitropoleosJust the place to eat a delicious bougatsa (traditional pastry with custard, cheese, or other fillings). Try it the local way with a bottle of cocoa milk! (the shop is located in the fashionable Mitropoleos Street).
Top-notch meze (appetizer) and seafood choices. Greeks often pair these with alcoholic beverages, such as ouzo and tsipouro. Located right across the White Tower.
11 locals recommend
The garden Thermaikos
2 Nikiforou FokaTop-notch meze (appetizer) and seafood choices. Greeks often pair these with alcoholic beverages, such as ouzo and tsipouro. Located right across the White Tower.
This patisserie is famous for its chocolate tsoureki (sweet puffy bread). In Terkenlis, in the center of Thessaloniki, you will also find salty options and vegan ice cream.
62 locals recommend
Terkenlis SA
30 TsimiskiThis patisserie is famous for its chocolate tsoureki (sweet puffy bread). In Terkenlis, in the center of Thessaloniki, you will also find salty options and vegan ice cream.
The Rouga
28 KaripiTraditional greek tavern, iconic place.
Mamaloúka
3 Ionos DragoumiGarçon Brasserie
2 Agias SofiasCanteen All day Bar Restaurant
7 Dimitriou GounariCafes & Bars
A cozy and elegant place to enjoy your coffe (Greeks love Freddo Espresso) and some special dishes (the risotto is superb)!
75 locals recommend
LOCAL Thessaloniki
17 Paleon Patron GermanouA cozy and elegant place to enjoy your coffe (Greeks love Freddo Espresso) and some special dishes (the risotto is superb)!
A historic hammam turned into one of the most beloved bars of Thessaloniki. Aigli serves some of the best cocktails in the city.
50 locals recommend
Aigli Yeni Hammam
3 Agiou NikolaouA historic hammam turned into one of the most beloved bars of Thessaloniki. Aigli serves some of the best cocktails in the city.
Great cocktails. 360 view, on one side the ancient walls of the city and on the other panoramic view of the city and the sea!
23 locals recommend
Castra- All Day Terrace Bar
122 EptapirgiouGreat cocktails. 360 view, on one side the ancient walls of the city and on the other panoramic view of the city and the sea!
Beautiful building with a stunning view of the sea and Thessaloniki’s skyline
6 locals recommend
Allegro
Beautiful building with a stunning view of the sea and Thessaloniki’s skyline
BEYOND The Walls
Έπαυλη Μαρόκκου
133 Leof. Vasilissis OlgasShopping
One of the city's main streets with plenty of clothing & department stores, as well as Plateia outlet mall (that also offers 24-hour parking and a movie theatre)
27 locals recommend
Tsimiski
TsimiskiOne of the city's main streets with plenty of clothing & department stores, as well as Plateia outlet mall (that also offers 24-hour parking and a movie theatre)
It’s Thessaloniki’s biggest Mall, great choice for shopping, food, cinema, or even drinks 🍹
241 locals recommend
Mediterranean Cosmos
Aftokinitodromos Thessalonikis Neon MoudanionIt’s Thessaloniki’s biggest Mall, great choice for shopping, food, cinema, or even drinks 🍹
Modiano Market
33 KidoniatouΓειτονιές
Full of life, Ladadika is one of the most vibrant and popular districts of Thessaloniki, with many traditional restaurants that both the locals and the tourists love. We recommend Full tou Meze (Greek cuisine and friendly staff)
280 locals recommend
Ladadika
Full of life, Ladadika is one of the most vibrant and popular districts of Thessaloniki, with many traditional restaurants that both the locals and the tourists love. We recommend Full tou Meze (Greek cuisine and friendly staff)
Valaoritou Street is a diverse place with a unique party vibe! This area is home to cozy bars and fun nightclubs for any taste. You will also find many restaurants nearby, such as the legendary Pizza Poselli
13 locals recommend
Valaoritou
ValaoritouValaoritou Street is a diverse place with a unique party vibe! This area is home to cozy bars and fun nightclubs for any taste. You will also find many restaurants nearby, such as the legendary Pizza Poselli
Ano Poli (the old Upper Town) has insta-worthy paths and colourful spots! Check out landmarks such as the Tower of Trigonio and Heptapyrgion, stop at Igglis for traditional dishes, visit Vlatadon Monastery, and enjoy the amazing view of the city
136 locals recommend
Ano Poli
Ano Poli (the old Upper Town) has insta-worthy paths and colourful spots! Check out landmarks such as the Tower of Trigonio and Heptapyrgion, stop at Igglis for traditional dishes, visit Vlatadon Monastery, and enjoy the amazing view of the city