Thessaloniki City Centre Travel Guide

Thessaloniki

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

Popular places to visit

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

Aristotelous Square

4.5/5(49 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 featuring heritage elements

White Tower of Thessaloniki

4.5/5(45 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

5/5(1 review)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.

Tsimiski Street
Church of Hagia Sophia featuring a church or cathedral

Church of Hagia Sophia

4.5/5(28 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 showing a statue or sculpture and outdoor art

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
Thessaloniki showing heritage architecture and views

Rotonda of St. George

The rather plain exterior of this building belies its importance as one of the best-preserved ancient monuments in the city of Thessaloniki.

Rotonda of St. George

Things to do

Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

฿1,880
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora
From Thessaloniki: Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip

From Thessaloniki: Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip

฿1,498
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Thessaloniki: Pozar Thermal Baths and Edessa Day Trip
Picture 1 for Activity Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping with Swimming

Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping & Swimming small group

฿3,001
per adult
Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping & Swimming small group
Full-Day Guided Meteora Tour

Full-Day Guided Meteora Tour from Thessaloniki

฿2,507
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Guided Meteora Tour from Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki Highlights Walking Tour

Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour

฿1,519
per adult
Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour
Thessaloniki: e-Bike Tour

Thessaloniki: e-Bike Tour

฿1,823
per adult
Thessaloniki: e-Bike Tour
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Top hotels in Thessaloniki City Centre

Makedonia Palace

Makedonia Palace

5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is ฿6,596 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿6,596
฿8,076 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Location, amenities"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

Makedonia Palace
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 ฿6,392 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿6,392
฿7,844 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (388 reviews)
"Excelsior was a beautifully renovated property with a lovely welcome and excellent service."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

The Excelsior Small Luxury Hotels of the World
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,942 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿2,942
฿3,729 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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! (592 reviews)
"The property was centrally located, close to restaurants and attractions. The building was very charming with many nice and thoughtful details. The room was spacy, and comfortable with large windows and lots of sunlight. Staff was excellent. They were extremely helpful, accommodating and friendly. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
Daios Luxury Living

Daios Luxury Living

5 out of 5
Nikis Avenue 59, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is ฿4,908 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿4,908
฿6,153 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (722 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Daios Luxury Living
City Hotel Thessaloniki

City Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is ฿3,382 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
฿3,382
฿4,228 total
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (610 reviews)
"Great hotel close to everything highly recommended this hotel"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025

City Hotel Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki

Electra Palace Thessaloniki

5 out of 5
9, Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿7,072 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿7,072
฿8,051 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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)
"Very nice location , staff,"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2025

Electra Palace Thessaloniki
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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(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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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
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Old Town Thessaloniki

5/5(2 area reviews)

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 Church of St. Nicholas Orphanos.

Ano Poli
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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

Thessaloniki City Centre Travel Guide