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

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

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

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
Thessaloniki featuring 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

Activities

Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch

Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch

NZ$141
per adult
Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch
Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

City Sightseeing Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras

NZ$31
per adult
City Sightseeing Thessaloniki Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour & Optional Extras
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

NZ$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal
Thessaloniki Highlights Walking Tour

Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour

NZ$78
per adult
Thessaloniki : Must-See attractions walking tour
Thessaloniki: e-Bike Tour

Thessaloniki: e-Bike Tour

NZ$94
per adult
Thessaloniki: e-Bike Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping with Swimming

Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping with Swimming

NZ$154
per adult
Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping with Swimming
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Our pick of the best Thessaloniki City Centre Hotel Deals

Electra Palace Thessaloniki

Electra Palace Thessaloniki

5 out of 5
9, Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$348 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$348
30 July - 31 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! (999 reviews)
"Great place!"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

Electra Palace Thessaloniki
City Hotel Thessaloniki

City Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$210 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
NZ$210
1 Aug - 2 Aug
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! (594 reviews)
"near sea good place."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

City Hotel Thessaloniki
Makedonia Palace

Makedonia Palace

5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$419 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$419
27 July - 28 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! (1,007 reviews)
"Just perfect cant fault the place. Many thanks"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Makedonia Palace
Daios Luxury Living

Daios Luxury Living

5 out of 5
Nikis Avenue 59, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$289 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
NZ$289
5 Aug - 6 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (705 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay! From the moment we walked into the lobby, the hotel staff made us feel incredibly welcome. The entire family loved the spacious rooms, and we especially enjoyed the cute outdoor deck area, where you can take in views of both the local surroundings and the ocean. The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul. 2025

Daios Luxury Living
ON Residence

ON Residence

5 out of 5
5 Leof. Nikis, Thessaloniki
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$361 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$361
31 July - 1 Aug
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! (135 reviews)
"Hotel beautifully cool, very attentive and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025

ON Residence
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is NZ$174 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$174
26 July - 27 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! (573 reviews)
"Staff was incredible. Made solid recommendations for a family of four with two young children. I would go back."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
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Other neighbourhoods around Thessaloniki City Centre

Thessaloniki which includes a church or cathedral and heritage elements

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 Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square.

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 Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chinatown

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