Thessaloniki City Centre Travel Guide

Thessaloniki

Church of Hagia Sophia which includes a church or cathedral
Thessaloniki City Centre
Arch of Galerius which includes heritage elements
Thessaloniki showing heritage architecture and views
White Tower of Thessaloniki showing heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

Aristotelous Square featuring a square or plaza, general coastal views and a coastal town

Aristotelous Square

4.5/5(49 reviews)

Visit Thessaloniki’s main square, a busy gathering place for locals and the site of major events throughout the year.

Aristotelous Square
White Tower of Thessaloniki featuring heritage elements

White Tower of Thessaloniki

4.5/5(45 reviews)

This distinctly shaped tower has evolved alongside Thessaloniki over the centuries and now houses a museum dedicated to the city’s history.

White Tower of Thessaloniki
Tsimiski Street

Tsimiski Street

5/5(1 review)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.

Tsimiski Street
Church of Hagia Sophia featuring a church or cathedral

Church of Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(28 reviews)

See the city’s largest Byzantine church to discover a centuries-old religious site and the striking artwork found in its interior.

Church of Hagia Sophia
Thessaloniki showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

Alexander the Great Garden

An enormous statue of the leader of Macedonia atop his famous horse overlooks the water in a square filled with monuments.

Alexander the Great Garden
Thessaloniki showing heritage architecture and views

Rotonda of St. George

The rather plain exterior of this building belies its importance as one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in the city of Thessaloniki.

Rotonda of St. George

Things to do

Meteora Full Day Tour from Thessaloniki

Meteora Full Day Tour from Thessaloniki

Rp1.368.869
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Meteora Full Day Tour from Thessaloniki
Full-Day Guided Meteora Tour

Full-Day Guided Meteora Tour from Thessaloniki

Rp1.290.648
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Guided Meteora Tour from Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki: Sithonia Beaches and Scenic Villages Tour

From Thessaloniki: Sithonia Beaches and Scenic Villages Tour

Rp1.662.198
per adult
From Thessaloniki: Sithonia Beaches and Scenic Villages Tour
Single day rail trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora

Single day rail trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora

Rp1.857.751
per adult
Single day rail trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora
Meteora day trip from Thessaloniki

Meteora day trip from Thessaloniki

Rp1.662.198
per adult
Meteora day trip from Thessaloniki
From Thessaloniki: "Macedonian Treasures" Veria-Vergina

From Thessaloniki: "Macedonian Treasures" Veria-Vergina

Rp1.075.540
per adult
From Thessaloniki: "Macedonian Treasures" Veria-Vergina
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Top hotels in Thessaloniki City Centre

City Hotel Thessaloniki

City Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp1.853.517 per night from 18 Nov to 19 Nov
Rp1.853.517
Rp2.168.108 total
18 Nov - 19 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (615 reviews)
"Consistent hospitality. Great location with easy walking to shops, cafes, restaurants and waterfront"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

City Hotel Thessaloniki
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp1.182.569 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
Rp1.182.569
Rp1.404.349 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (619 reviews)
"My husband and I loved the convenience of its location. 1.5 blocks to the port. Where you can go for a morning walk, exercise, most restaurants, cafe's are all around. It's on the main shopping street. Easy to catch a taxi or walk anywhere you'd like. This place is very clean, and quiet and the staff ..."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection

MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
45 VASSILEOS IRAKLEIOU ST, Thessaloniki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.437.305 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
Rp2.437.305
Rp3.065.671 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (154 reviews)
"Stunning hotel, will stay here every time I'm in Thessaloniki"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki

NYX Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
1 Tsimiski, Thessaloniki
The price is Rp1.834.181 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.834.181
Rp2.281.415 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Aristotelous ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (14 reviews)
"Great hotel, great location. Breakfast was very good. No complaints at all. Comfortable bed and pillows. Clean and new. Highly recommend. Valet parking available for 30€. Walking distance to all the areas you al want to go to. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

NYX Hotel Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki

Electra Palace Thessaloniki

5 out of 5
9, Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp3.447.717 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp3.447.717
Rp3.925.140 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"This is my go-to place when I’m in Thessaloniki. Modern, convenient, walkable, safe with EXCELLENT STAFF at all levels. You can’t go wrong"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Makedonia Palace

Makedonia Palace

5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp3.396.766 per night from 11 Nov to 12 Nov
Rp3.396.766
Rp3.944.476 total
11 Nov - 12 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Makedonia Palace
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Other neighbourhoods around Thessaloniki City Centre

Thessaloniki which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral

Kamara

If you're spending some time in Kamara, Ataturk Museum and Church of Saint Demetrius are top sights worth seeing.

Kamara
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Ladadika

5/5(3 area reviews)

Travellers come to Ladadika for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Nikis Avenue and Place Katouni while you're in town.

Ladadika
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Valaoritou

While there might not be top attractions in Valaoritou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square.

Valaoritou
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Old Town Thessaloniki

5/5(2 area reviews)

Travellers like the historical sites in Old Town Thessaloniki, and Vlatadon Monastery is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Old Town Thessaloniki
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Ano Poli

You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Ano Poli. You might want to make time for a stop at Vlatadon Monastery or Eptapyrgio Castle.

Ano Poli
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Chinatown

When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chinatown

Thessaloniki City Centre Travel Guide