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Food, drink & nightlife
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Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal
History & culture
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Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora
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Private hiking tour to Olympus mountain
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From Thessaloniki: Private Day Trip to Kerkini Lake
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Thessaloniki: Visit a Farm and a traditional Village
What to do in Thessaloniki
Popular places to visit
Aristotelous Square
Visit Thessaloniki’s main square, a busy gathering place for locals and the site of major events throughout the year.
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.
Tsimiski Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.
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.
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.
Thessaloniki Port
Explore the waterfront in Thessaloniki with a trip to Thessaloniki Port. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Museum of Byzantine Culture
Home to one of the country’s finest collections of Byzantine art, this museum presents an overview of a significant period in Thessaloniki’s history.
Arch of Galerius
See one of Thessaloniki’s most famous monuments, a symbol of the city and an intriguing example of 4th-century Roman architecture.
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.
Areas of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki City Centre
If you're spending some time in Thessaloniki City Centre, Tsimiski Street and Church of Hagia Sophia are top sights worth seeing.
Old Town Thessaloniki
Travellers like the historical sites in Old Town Thessaloniki, and Church of Hosios David is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ladadika
Travellers come to Ladadika for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Place Katouni and Nikis Avenue while you're in town.
Vardaris
Check out the shopping, bars and spas while spending some time in Vardaris. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like One Salonica Outlet Mall or Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki.
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 Hosios David.
Charilaou
Though Charilaou may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Kleanthis Vikelidis Stadium and Toumba Stadium.
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