Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki
Byzantine churches, Roman constructions, Muslim buildings, modern architecture, intensive nightlife and stunning beaches - this is the essence of Thessaloniki. Being the second largest city in Greece, Thessaloniki combines more than 2,300 years of history with every facility and excitement that a modern European city can offer a visitor.Find your trip
The White Tower is a widely known symbol of the city and a point of reference for locals and visitors. It stands next to the sea front of the town as a reminder of old times. In the 19th century it was a prison and nowadays it’s a museum of art and history.
The area from Koudouriotou to Diamanti streets and from Hiou to Lemnou streets is known as Ladadika. This is an old quarter, with narrow pavements and neoclassical buildings. Here you will find plenty of bars, restaurants and the Museum of ancient Greek and Byzantine instruments.
This is the most impressive square in Thessaloniki. It features buildings with great architecture inspired by European and colonial models, cafés, shops etc. This square is where big celebrations take place, such as the coming of the New Year, it is also a meeting place during the day.
The church of the patron saint of the town is a must see in Thessaloniki. The first church of Saint Dimitrios was built in 313 AD. It was completely rebuilt in 1948, according the original plans since it has been destroyed twice by fire.
In addition to The Rotonda, this is one of the two most characteristic monuments in town. Galerius arch is situated near the eastern walls of the city, a short distance from the Kassandreotiki gate.
Unique in Greece, the Rotonda is a cylindrical building of the early 4th century AD. It used to be a Pantheon or a Mausoleum for Emperor Galerius, now it’s the Saint George church. The entrance is free and the mosaics inside are really impressive.
Mylos is a large entertainment complex in the warehouse district of the port where you will find bars, galleries, restaurants, cafés, theatres and plenty of varieties of live music.
In Thessaloniki, said to be the most "Byzantine" city of the modern Greek state, you will find this unique museum. It shows the everyday life during the byzantine and post-byzantine period and how it has affected the modern society.
The White Tower is a widely known symbol of the city and a point of reference for locals and visitors. It stands next to the sea front of the town as a reminder of old times. In the 19th century it was a prison and nowadays it’s a museum of art and history.
The area from Koudouriotou to Diamanti streets and from Hiou to Lemnou streets is known as Ladadika. This is an old quarter, with narrow pavements and neoclassical buildings. Here you will find plenty of bars, restaurants and the Museum of ancient Greek and Byzantine instruments.
A really nice place where every day means live Greek music and special Greek dishes. The atmosphere is authentic and the service outstanding. Music and extensive menu with lots to chose from. Don't forget ouzo, the Greek traditional drink.
The specialties of this tavern are handmade gyros, soutzoukakia (a local dish) and meatballs and the prices suit those trying to dine on a low budget as well. They also offer gluten free menu with special handmade cheese burger. With your food have a beer from artisanal breweries like Nissos from Tinos and Donkey from Santorini. You will find the restaurant just outside the city centre.
Combine your visit at the Byzantine Museum with a meal at this restaurant or come in the evening to feel the romantic atmosphere over a dinner. The menu with Mediterranean dishes is changed on a regular basis and is seasonal.
Right in the city centre this restaurant provides everything you wish for. In an elegant European atmosphere you can order a coffee in the bar early in the morning, a light lunch mid-day, a gourmet dinner in the evening or delicious cocktails in the middle of the night.
Frutti di Mare is a seafood restaurant with a central location close to the Aristotelous Square. The service-minded staff combined with the restaurant's ambiance and interior decorations helps to a memorable dining experience.
A family-owned restaurant in the area of Ladadika. It features a feeling of fine dining but still for a reasonable price. The chefs cooks traditional Greek dishes with passion and creativity.
This restaurant, located perfectly in the Ladadika quarter, serves mainly dishes with grilled meat. The atmosphere is Greek and the staff is very friendly.
Nice local restaurant with traditional Greek food. It is a family restaurant and they will ensure that you will feel welcome. Reasonable prices, good service and the colorful place with oriental decoration attracts both tourist and locals alike.
A really nice place where every day means live Greek music and special Greek dishes. The atmosphere is authentic and the service outstanding. Music and extensive menu with lots to chose from. Don't forget ouzo, the Greek traditional drink.
The specialties of this tavern are handmade gyros, soutzoukakia (a local dish) and meatballs and the prices suit those trying to dine on a low budget as well. They also offer gluten free menu with special handmade cheese burger. With your food have a beer from artisanal breweries like Nissos from Tinos and Donkey from Santorini. You will find the restaurant just outside the city centre.
One of the largest department stores in Greece. Here you will find branded clothing, footwear and everything when it comes to beauty. After shopping relax on the 7th floor with food and coffee.
Attica is another large and fashionable department store in Greece. Combines upscale international designers with popular Greek brands. You can find a great collections of fashion, accessories and beauty. Also you can get offers up to 50%.
They offer about 60 stores at One Salonica Outlet Mall. Individual travelers, fashionistas, teenagers and families can gain access to the most popular brands of designer, fashion, sports and lifestyle at prices up to 70% less than the market throughout the year.
Hondos Center is a beauty retail market being operational in Greece since 1967. Based on experience to accommodate the widest variety of cosmetics and fashion brands. It offers to the customers a unique shopping destination which is the home of the most famous names in fashion.
Jumbo is the nation's largest toy retailer in Greece including baby items, stationery, seasonal products and home items. It’s made of joy, fun and carelessness.
A dreamy place full of shopping and enjoyment. Wide selection of branded stores, many restaurant, cafes and patisseries. The right place for entertainment as it has cinemas and arcade games. Includes a big and comfortable parking.
If you have the philosophy "Do It Yourself", Praktiker is suitable for that. Provides integrated solutions in houses wares, construction, garden, car and leisure. The company develops the field of Corporate Social Responsibility.
It consists of four levels which house 80 independent shops with fashion brands, clothes, footwear and accessories at very low prices all year round. It has all the infrastructure for people with disabilities (parking spaces, WC, easy access) as well as special treatment rooms for small kids, Cafe Bar, card phones, ATM cash withdrawals, Information Desk, as well as free internet access for their guests.
One of the largest department stores in Greece. Here you will find branded clothing, footwear and everything when it comes to beauty. After shopping relax on the 7th floor with food and coffee.
Attica is another large and fashionable department store in Greece. Combines upscale international designers with popular Greek brands. You can find a great collections of fashion, accessories and beauty. Also you can get offers up to 50%.
Airport
The Macedonian airport, at the area of Mikra, is the second largest airport of Greece and is linked with most destinations of Europe and the Balkan countries. To get from the airport to the centre of the town will take you from 20 to 45 minutes, depending on the traffic. You can go to the centre of Thessaloniki using bus number 78. It runs every 45 minutes and it takes approximate 45 minutes.
Public Transport
You can cover most of the distances in the city by foot or using the local buses. Tickets can be bought either at the kiosks or from the vending machines on the bus. If you buy the ticket on the bus, remember to have coins. All tickets must be validated and are usable for 70 minutes. Different kind of day passes are also available.
Taxi
From the smaller streets taxis can be hailed whenever you need one. On the major city streets there are points signed "TAXI". You also find taxis standing on piazzas or outside the hotels. Radio Taxi:
Pharmacy
Each pharmacy in Thessaloniki has a notice in the window showing which ones are open out of normal hours and their addresses. Wherever there is a doctor you may see a sign with a cross most of the times. On some signs, there are also phone numbers to the emergency room. One pharmacy can be found on the following address:
Telephone
Country code: +30 Area code: 231
Electricity
230 V, 50 Hz
Airport
The Macedonian airport, at the area of Mikra, is the second largest airport of Greece and is linked with most destinations of Europe and the Balkan countries. To get from the airport to the centre of the town will take you from 20 to 45 minutes, depending on the traffic. You can go to the centre of Thessaloniki using bus number 78. It runs every 45 minutes and it takes approximate 45 minutes.
Public Transport
You can cover most of the distances in the city by foot or using the local buses. Tickets can be bought either at the kiosks or from the vending machines on the bus. If you buy the ticket on the bus, remember to have coins. All tickets must be validated and are usable for 70 minutes. Different kind of day passes are also available.
