Old Town Thessaloniki Travel Guide
Thessaloniki
Visit Old Town Thessaloniki
Popular places to visit
Vlatadon Monastery
After visiting Vlatadon Monastery, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thessaloniki. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops in the area.
Aristotelous Square
Visit Thessaloniki’s main square, a busy gathering place for locals and the site of major events throughout the year.
Tsimiski Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.
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.
Thessaloniki Port
Explore the waterfront in Thessaloniki with a trip to Thessaloniki Port. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
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.
Things to do
From Thessaloniki: Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip
Halkidiki Day Tour in Arnaia and Ierissos Beach
Thessaloniki: Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Thessaloniki: Ancient Greek Technology Museum Entry Ticket
Big Bus Thessaloniki Night Tour with Audio Guide
Kavala and Philippi Full Day Tour with Swim from Thessaloniki
Top hotels in Old Town Thessaloniki
Arabas - Hostel
"No elevator to get up to the rooms on the upper floors and imthos property is up a steep set of hills so walking could be challenging. Nothing is really close by as it's fairly residential so you'll need to drive or walk for a bit of a distance. Air conditioning didn't seem to work or maybe was not ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
COLORS Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
"nice breakfast, cool small room and helpful front desk. great location."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hebrard Industrial Suites
"very good apartments, spacious and cosy, in a perfect hidden location between most reputable bars/cafe/restaurants and even ancient city ruins. Big respect to the staff and owners"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki
"Excelent location excelent hotel recomended 100%"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
City Hotel Thessaloniki
"Renovated rooms were really nice. Staff was friendly and helpful. Breakfast area was yummy. Many eateries nearby. Easy walking distance to major city sights."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Aegeon Hotel
"Where to begin…positives- excellent helpful staff, nice hallways, inexpensive. The staff genuinely tried to make up for the shortcomings. Negatives- the shower water pressure wasn’t enough to get water to full flow through the shower head. The water temperature ranged from cold to body temperature. ..."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Where to stay in Old Town Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki City Centre
If you're spending time in Thessaloniki City Centre, check out sights like Tsimiski Street or Aristotelous Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Agias Sofias Metro Station or Venizelou Metro Station.
Ladadika
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.
Kamara
If you're spending some time in Kamara, Ataturk Museum and Church of Saint Demetrius are top sights worth seeing.
Vardaris
Vardaris is positively reviewed for its shopping, bars and spas, and you can quickly pop around to sights in the larger Thessaloniki area at New Railway Station Metro Station or Dimokratias Metro Station.
Ano Poli
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Ano Poli. You might want to make time for a stop at Eptapyrgio Castle or Church of St. Nicholas Orphanos.
