Old Town Thessaloniki Travel Guide

Thessaloniki

Photo by Sofia Mis
Photo by Sofia Mis

Popular places to visit

Vlatadon Monastery

Vlatadon Monastery

You can learn about the history of Thessaloniki with a visit to Vlatadon Monastery. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

Aristotelous Square

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

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

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

Tsimiski Street
Thessaloniki Port

Thessaloniki Port

Explore the waterfront in Thessaloniki with a trip to Thessaloniki Port. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Thessaloniki Port
Thessaloniki featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and street scenes

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.

Church of Saint Demetrius

Things to do

Crypt Agios Dimitrios

15 UNESCO Monuments Tour at Thessaloniki City

Rp9.183.455
per traveller
15 UNESCO Monuments Tour at Thessaloniki City
Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece

Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece

Rp4.017.762
per adult
Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece
Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops

Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops

Rp1.119.234
per adult
Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops
Mehmet Kapanci

Ottoman Monuments at Thessaloniki

Rp9.183.455
per traveller
Ottoman Monuments at Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Old Town Walking Tour-Culture-Nature-Plants

Thessaloniki Old Town Walking Tour-Culture-Nature-Plants

Rp822.685
per adult
Thessaloniki Old Town Walking Tour-Culture-Nature-Plants
Private Day Tour in Thessaloniki

Private Day Tour in Thessaloniki without guide

Rp3.730.779
per traveller
Private Day Tour in Thessaloniki without guide
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Top hotels in Old Town Thessaloniki

Arabas - Hostel

Arabas - Hostel

Sachtouri 28, Thessaloniki, East Macedonia and Thrace
Stay at this hostel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Aristotelous Square and Church of Agioi Apostoloi ...
7.8/10 Good! (51 reviews)
Not so good
"It wasn't so bad as it was a hostel. But the twin bed which was on the other bed was so high. I was scared to fall off. A Bunk Bed Guardrail would be great. And lastly toilet and bath was not so good."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

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Arabas - Hostel
Makedonia Palace

Makedonia Palace

5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp3.312.931 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.312.931
Rp4.056.098 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Breakfast was excellent. The rooms were functional and clean. The hotel is at the waterfront."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Makedonia Palace
Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki

Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki

5 out of 5
13 Km Thessaloniki-Perea, Thermi, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp3.771.521 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp3.771.521
Rp4.577.512 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thermi. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (451 reviews)
A lifetime experience
"We booked a suite for 2 nights due to the proximity of the hotel to the airport. We were offered a free upgrade to the presidential suite. The room was simply amazing. Very spacious, elegant, modern, fully equipped and luxurious. Sauna and Hamam inside the room! The whole facility is very well preserved, ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Hyatt Regency Thessaloniki
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp1.495.313 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.495.313
Rp1.891.528 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (591 reviews)
"Courteous staff and accomodating. Recommend this property looking for high-end “value” stay. Note parking was a bit far from the hotel, but within reason."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
The Excelsior Small Luxury Hotels of the World

The Excelsior Small Luxury Hotels of the World

5 out of 5
10 Komninon St. & 23 Mitropoleos Av., Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp3.169.075 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp3.169.075
Rp3.891.643 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (388 reviews)
"Excelsior was a beautifully renovated property with a lovely welcome and excellent service."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

The Excelsior Small Luxury Hotels of the World
City Hotel Thessaloniki

City Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp1.728.484 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
Rp1.728.484
Rp2.157.105 total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (606 reviews)
"As always our stay at City Hotel was incredible, they are so welcoming"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

City Hotel Thessaloniki
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Other neighbourhoods around 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 Church of St. Nicholas Orphanos.

Ano Poli
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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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
Church of Hagia Sophia which includes a church or cathedral

Thessaloniki City Centre

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Thessaloniki City Centre, check out sights like Tsimiski Street or Church of Hagia Sophia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Agias Sofias Metro Station or Venizelou Metro Station.

Thessaloniki City Centre
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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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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

Old Town Thessaloniki Travel Guide