Thessaloniki, Greece

Thessaloniki

Greece · Central Macedonia · 8 m

Description

Thessaloniki (Θεσσαλονίκη) is Greece’s second largest city and a vibrant center of history, culture, and Mediterranean life. The port city on the Thermaic Gulf has more than 2,300 years of history and is known for the White Tower, the Rotunda, the Arch of Galerius, Byzantine churches, and its historic city walls. Lively markets, diverse cuisine, and the popular waterfront shape the modern city. Greek, Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and Sephardic Jewish influences have shaped Thessaloniki over the centuries. The city combines remarkable historical heritage with a lively cultural scene and cosmopolitan atmosphere, making it one of the most important destinations in northern Greece.

Length of stay

Recommended length of stay: 2 to 4 days (optimal 3 days)

Travel season

Best time to visit: April – June or September – October

  • Jan
  • Feb
  • Mar
  • Apr
  • May
  • Jun
  • Jul
  • Aug
  • Sep
  • Oct
  • Nov
  • Dec

Highlights

  1. White Tower waterfront landmark
  2. Aristotelous Square
  3. Nea Paralia waterfront promenade
  4. Rotunda of Galerius (UNESCO)
  5. Ano Poli (Upper Town) & Byzantine walls
  6. Arch of Galerius (Kamara)
  7. Church of Saint Demetrius (UNESCO)
  8. Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
  9. Modiano Market
  10. Kapani Market
  11. Ladadika district nightlife
  12. Thessaloniki waterfront sunset
  13. Museum of Byzantine Culture
  14. Roman Forum of Thessaloniki
  15. Church of Hagia Sophia (UNESCO)
  16. Trigonion Tower viewpoint
  17. Heptapyrgion Fortress
  18. Thessaloniki street food
  19. Ouzo and meze culture
  20. Vlatadon Monastery (UNESCO)
  21. Church of Acheiropoietos (UNESCO)
  22. Church of Panagia Chalkeon (UNESCO)
  23. Hosios David at Latomou Monastery (UNESCO)
  24. Church of Saint Nicholas Orphanos (UNESCO)
  25. Church of the Holy Apostles (UNESCO)
  26. Church of Saint Panteleimon (UNESCO)
  27. Church of Saint Catherine (UNESCO)
  28. Church of the Saviour (UNESCO)
  29. Church of Prophet Elijah (UNESCO)
  30. Byzantine Bath (UNESCO)
  31. Ano Poli traditional tavernas
  32. Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki
  33. Museum of Cinema of Thessaloniki
  34. Thessaloniki Science Center & Technology Museum

Getting there

Airports:
SKG
Train stations:
Thessaloniki
Seaport:
Reachable by ship or ferry

Map view

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