Thessaloniki City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Church of Hagia Sophia showing a church or cathedral
Thessaloniki City Centre
Arch of Galerius featuring heritage elements
Thessaloniki featuring heritage architecture and views
White Tower of Thessaloniki showing heritage architecture

Popular places to visit

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

Aristotelous Square

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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 showing heritage elements

White Tower of Thessaloniki

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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
Church of Hagia Sophia showing a church or cathedral

Church of Hagia Sophia

5/5(6 reviews)

See the city’s largest Byzantine church to discover a centuries-old religious site and the striking artwork found in its interior.

Church of Hagia Sophia
Thessaloniki featuring outdoor art and a statue or sculpture

Alexander the Great Garden

An enormous statue of the leader of Macedonia atop his famous horse overlooks the water in a square filled with monuments.

Alexander the Great Garden
Arch of Galerius featuring heritage elements

Arch of Galerius

4.5/5(9 reviews)

See one of Thessaloniki’s most famous monuments, a symbol of the city and an intriguing example of 4th-century Roman architecture.

Arch of Galerius

Activities

Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch

Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch

AU$126
per adult
Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch
From Thessaloniki: Pozar Thermal Baths & Edessa Day Trip

From Thessaloniki: Pozar Thermal Baths & Edessa Day Trip

AU$176
per adult
From Thessaloniki: Pozar Thermal Baths & Edessa Day Trip
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal
Food Tour in Thessaloniki

Food Tour in Thessaloniki

AU$114
per adult
Food Tour in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Highlights Walking Tour

Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour

AU$70
per adult
Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour
From Thessaloniki: Pella and Vergina Day Trip

From Thessaloniki: Pella and Vergina Day Trip

AU$537
per traveller
From Thessaloniki: Pella and Vergina Day Trip
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Our pick of the best Thessaloniki City Centre Hotel Deals

City Hotel Thessaloniki
City Hotel Thessaloniki
4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is AU$207 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$207
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (589 reviews)
"Great stay in central location. Not much parking nearby"

Reviewed on 16 May 2025

City Hotel Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
5 out of 5
9, Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is AU$337 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$337
2 July - 3 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Thank u!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Makedonia Palace
Makedonia Palace
5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is AU$384 per night from 1 July to 2 July
AU$384
1 July - 2 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent hospitality and wonderful team… walkable to surroundings really close…"

Reviewed on 25 Jun. 2025

Makedonia Palace
ON Residence
ON Residence
5 out of 5
5 Leof. Nikis, Thessaloniki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$324 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$324
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (129 reviews)
"ELEGANT , EXCELLENT LOCATION, WALKABLE BUT ENTRANCE/LOBBY AREA SMALL. ROOM SMALL LOOKING TOWARDS STREET . I WAS EXPECTING TO SEE THE SEA FROM A BEAUTIFUL TERRACE OR ROOFTOP BUT IT FELT SMALL. EXCELLENT STAFF"

Reviewed on 23 Jun. 2025

ON Residence
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is AU$163 per night from 30 June to 1 July
AU$163
30 June - 1 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (560 reviews)
"Superb location in the centre with easy access to the harbourfront. Fabulous staff who want to make sure you have an excellent experience. Room was clean and to our taste - we will be back!"

Reviewed on 19 Jun. 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
Daios Luxury Living
Daios Luxury Living
5 out of 5
Nikis Avenue 59, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (695 reviews)
"This luxury hotel has excellent views, peaceful, quiet rooms with superb staff and pampered care. The location is perfect for everything in the city! Special thanks to each and every staff member! Extra praise for Effie, Christina, Stella, Thanasis, Aldi, Sakis & Nikos. Tasos & George’s Bartending! ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jun. 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Thessaloniki City Centre

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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Ladadika

5/5(5 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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Valaoritou

While there might not be top attractions in Valaoritou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aristotelous Square and Roman Forum of Thessaloniki.

Valaoritou
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Old Town Thessaloniki

Travellers like the historical sites in Old Town Thessaloniki, and Vlatadon Monastery is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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
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Chinatown

When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Aristotelous Square and Roman Forum of Thessaloniki, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chinatown

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