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 lively bars and top-notch restaurants 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

Rp9.101.095
per traveller
15 UNESCO Monuments Tour at Thessaloniki City
Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece

Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece

Rp4.047.630
per adult
Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece
Mehmet Kapanci

Ottoman Monuments at Thessaloniki

Rp9.251.726
per traveller
Ottoman Monuments at Thessaloniki
Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops

Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops

Rp1.291.387
per adult
Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops
Thessaloniki Old Town Walking Tour-Culture-Nature-Plants

Thessaloniki Old Town Walking Tour-Culture-Nature-Plants

Rp828.800
per adult
Thessaloniki Old Town Walking Tour-Culture-Nature-Plants
Private Day Tour in Thessaloniki

Private Day Tour in Thessaloniki without guide

Rp3.758.514
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
The price is Rp892.499 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
Rp892.499
per night
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Stay at this hostel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Aristotelous Square and Yeni Hamam are located ...
7.8/10 Good! (52 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

Arabas - Hostel
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp1.503.814 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp1.503.814
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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! (603 reviews)
"A unique property in one of the most iconic neighborhoods of Thessaloniki. Easily walkable to everything downtown. The elevator and the stairs are “antique”, but one would say that this adds to the charm of an old restored building. The rooms are fully renovated and exceptional. I would definitely ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
Daios Luxury Living

Daios Luxury Living

5 out of 5
Nikis Avenue 59, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp3.038.007 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp3.038.007
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (731 reviews)
Excellent position, staff and breakfast
"The hotel is in a really good location. The staff are really friendly and helpful. Great breakfast and the minibar items in the room are included. Rooms were really clean and beds were very comfortable. All together a lovely hotel."

Reviewed on 7 Sept 2025

Daios Luxury Living
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 Rp2.802.780 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp2.802.780
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (389 reviews)
Fantastic Property
"From the moment I checked in and throughout my stay, I received excellent service from every member of the staff. I hardly recommend the Excelsior, not only because of the great service, but because of its central location as well. It is close to everything, within walkable distance to all major ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2025

The Excelsior Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Makedonia Palace

Makedonia Palace

5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp3.628.731 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
Rp3.628.731
per night
22 Sept - 23 Sept
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location between the western part of the city and the eastern part all the way to the Music Hall and beyond. The “paralia” (coastline) is Finally, the breakfast is excellent. What I disliked is the fact that to iron is available for use. One has to plan in advance for ironing service which ..."

Reviewed on 5 Sept 2025

Makedonia Palace
Capsis Hotel Thessaloniki

Capsis Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
18 Monastiriou Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is Rp1.383.981 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.383.981
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (339 reviews)
"Hotel was nice and feels like it would have been 5-stars in its heyday. Now, the service is still good, but the area nearby has become a bit run down despite being on a large main street. Nonetheless, quite comfortable stay and staff were wonderful."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Capsis 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 Eptapyrgio Castle.

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 Rotonda of St. George 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