Valaoritou Travel Guide
Thessaloniki
Popular places to visit
Tsimiski Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.
Aristotelous Square
Visit Thessaloniki’s main square, a busy gathering place for locals and the site of major events throughout the year.
Thessaloniki Port
Explore the waterfront in Thessaloniki with a trip to Thessaloniki Port. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
White Tower of Thessaloniki
This distinctly shaped tower has evolved alongside Thessaloniki over the centuries and now houses a museum dedicated to the city’s history.
Church of Hagia Sophia
See the city’s largest Byzantine church to discover a centuries-old religious site and the striking artwork found in its interior.
Church of Saint Demetrius
Pay homage to Thessaloniki’s patron saint, the Roman martyr Dimitrios, whose relics are held in this ancient church, which is considered one of the most important in the city.
Things to do
Big Bus Thessaloniki Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour with Audio Guide
Thessaloniki Meteora Monastries For Cruisers
Kavala and Philippi Full Day Tour with Swim from Thessaloniki
Halkidiki Day Tour in Arnaia and Ierissos Beach
From Thessaloniki: Mount Olympus & Ancient City of Dion
Thessaloniki Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Bus Tour
Top hotels in Valaoritou
Elisabeth Boutique Hotel
COLORS Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
"Nice location but a very basic room. There was some instant coffee in the room but they didn't replace it all five days I was there. The shower sprays all over the floor, if you use it, so I'd recommend using the hand-held wand. I've been in showers without doors before, but none that are this small ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Hebrard Industrial Suites
"Great property and location"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki
"perfect hotel in a perfect location, nice and variable breakfast, modern and stylish interiors"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
City Hotel Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
"All the staff were very helpful in the Hotel."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Valaoritou
Ladadika
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.
Chinatown
When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Aristotelous Square and Roman Forum of Thessaloniki, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Vardaris
Vardaris is positively reviewed for its shopping, bars and spas, and you can quickly pop around to sights in the larger Thessaloniki area at New Railway Station Metro Station or Dimokratias Metro Station.
Thessaloniki City Centre
If you're spending time in Thessaloniki City Centre, check out sights like Tsimiski Street or Aristotelous Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Agias Sofias Metro Station or Venizelou Metro Station.
Kamara
If you're spending some time in Kamara, Ataturk Museum and Church of Saint Demetrius are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Thessaloniki
Travellers like the historical sites in Old Town Thessaloniki, and Church of Hosios David is a top attraction you might want to visit.
