Tower, Lookout, Museum

The White Tower is one of Thessaloniki's main and most visited monuments and an indelible symbol of the city. The majestic circular tower with its distinctive battlements was one of the main components of the Ottoman fortification of the city, thanks to its strategic location right on the sea promenade. [btn "Top 10 best hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-bila-vez] Today,…

Archaeological site, Gateway

Although only a fraction of the original structure remains, the ruins of the Arch of Galerius are admired and are one of the main monuments of Thessaloniki. [btn "Book a hotel in the centre of Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-galeriuv] This triumphal arch was built at the end of the 3rd century by the Roman Emperor Galerius to commemorate his victory over the Persians at the Battle…

Temple

The circular rotunda originally connected to the Arch of Galerius is an extremely interesting building and certainly one of the most important Roman monuments of Thessaloniki. After the White Tower, the Rotunda is one of the most visited monuments of the city. [btn "Book a hotel in the centre of Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-rotunda] The Rotunda is extraordinary not only for its…

Archaeological site

The tetrarch, i.e. the co-ruler of the Roman Empire, the emperor Galerius, left significant traces in Thessaloniki. One of the main monuments are the archaeological remains of his palace, where he stayed during his travels to Thessaloniki. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.cs.html?aid=2380460&label=p-solun-palac-galerius] The site has an interesting atmosphere as it is located below the…

Archaeological site

One of the most important remnants of ancient Rome can be found right in the heart of modern Thessaloniki. The Roman Forum dates back to the 3rd century and contains numerous archaeological excavations. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.cs.html?aid=2380460&label=p-solun-rimske-forum] Although the name may remind you of the monumental Forum Romanum in Rome, the actual excavation area itself…

Castles, Lookout

Leave the city centre for a while and head through the beautiful Ano Poli district to the heights where the old fortification with the Trigonion tower stands. You'll also enjoy the best views of Thessaloniki and the Aegean Sea. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.cs.html?aid=2380460&label=p-solun-trigonion] The well-preserved city fortifications can be admired for over 1 km, with the…

City Quarter

On the steep slopes of Thessaloniki's Acropolis, below the preserved city walls and above the modern centre, lies the romantic Ano Poli, or Upper Town, often translated as "Old Town". [btn "Book a hotel in central Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-anopoli] Get lost in the narrow backstreets and enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of old Thessaloniki. Stroll through the picturesque…

Basilica

The Church of St. Demetrios, known in Greek simply as "Agios Dimitrios", is one of the main Orthodox churches in Thessaloniki. Although its size may make it look more like a country church, the fact that it is dedicated to the main patron saint of Thessaloniki adds to its importance. [btn "Top 10 best hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-demetrios] The main treasures of the…

Square

The main and largest square in Thessaloniki, named after the famous ancient philosopher, is a natural meeting point and its location on the seafront promenade and right in the city centre means that every tourist visits it at least once. [btn "Book a hotel in the centre of Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-aristoteles] The square opens onto Aristotle Street, the main pedestrian area…

Promenade

Thessaloniki has two main forms. The first is the abundance of Byzantine and ancient monuments and the second is the sea. The two are linked by the famous coastal promenade Leoforos Nikis, which completely encircles the city centre and flows freely into the so-called New Promenade further south. [btn "Discount hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-promenada] Although the…

Promenade

The centre of Thessaloniki ends at the White Tower and the coastline turns southwards. The character of the promenade, which, although it continues to run for over 2.5 km along a densely built-up area, has been transformed into a huge park area after the turn of the millennium. [btn "Top 10 best hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-nova-promenada] A wide wooden walkway (again…

Statue

The monumental equestrian statue of Alexander the Great, King of Macedonia, would definitely be in the top 3 sights in the city. A monument to one of the most successful warlords in world history must not be missed at any cost in Thessaloniki, the centre of the historical region of Macedonia. [btn "Hotels in Thessaloniki with discounts" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-socha] Alexander the…

Statue, Promenade

A rather inconspicuous and yet one of the most popular Greek modern art installations can be found on the new Thessaloniki promenade just a few dozen metres south of the statue of Alexander the Great and the White Tower. [btn "Book a hotel in Thessaloniki with a discount" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-destniky] Exactly 40 umbrellas mounted on 13-metre-high slightly inclined stainless steel…

Fortress

On the northern slopes of the city, just outside the city walls, you'll visit another part of the Thessaloniki fortifications, the massive Heptapyrgion Fortress (translated as "Seven Towers"), which is part of the Acropolis of Thessaloniki. [btn "Book a hotel in the centre of Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-heptapyrgion] The fortress is also known by its Turkish name, Yedi Kule. …

Cathedral

The Hagia Sophia Cathedral (the Temple of Holy Wisdom) is the main church of the Greek Orthodox Church in Thessaloniki, even though it is considered the main church of St. Demetrius. [btn "Top 10 best hotels in Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-hagia-sofia] The sanctuary, along with other buildings, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Architecture and history Hagia Sophia is, however…

Church

The largest church in Thessaloniki is dedicated to Saint Paul and can be found in the Agios Pavlos district of the same name. It is one of the landmarks of the eastern part of Thessaloniki and can be seen, for example, from the viewpoint at Trigonion. [btn "Book a hotel in the centre of Thessaloniki" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-agios-pavlos] The Agios Pavlos Church is not a historical…

Market

Lovers of shopping and local markets will love Thessaloniki. The city centre is literally a shopping mall with many outdoor shops, large modern stores, as well as local markets. [btn "Book your hotel at a discount" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-modiano] The biggest one, with a distinct facade and quite a massive stone building, is the Modiano Market. Local food and souvenirs All your senses…

Pebble beach

You won't find any beaches right in the centre of Thessaloniki, but if you're just heading into town for a long weekend and don't want to continue on to the more famous resorts of Halkidiki, there are good swimming opportunities available here too. [btn "View hotels by the beach" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/thessaloniki.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-solun-perea] The nearest beach is in the suburb of Perea (sometimes spelled Pereia), which…