Thessaloniki City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

The Zongolopoulos Umbrellas and the Greek blue sky! #BVSBlue
The Zongolopoulos Umbrellas and the Greek blue sky! #BVSBlue
Historical spot
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Popular places to visit

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

Aristotelous Square

4.5/5(14 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 showing heritage elements

White Tower of Thessaloniki

4.5/5(14 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
Church of Hagia Sophia showing a church or cathedral

Church of Hagia Sophia

5/5(6 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
Arch of Galerius featuring heritage elements

Arch of Galerius

4.5/5(9 reviews)

See one of Thessaloniki’s most famous monuments, a symbol of the city and an intriguing example of 4th-century Roman architecture.

Arch of Galerius
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
The entire hotel is a true pleasure to the eye as all areas, reception, café, restaurant, breakfast nook are of high esthetics and definitely one of the best recommended places to stay once visiting Thessaloniki.

Nikis Avenue

Find out about the history of Thessaloniki with a stop at Nikis Avenue.

Nikis Avenue

Activities

Picture 1 for Activity Thessaloniki: Halkidiki Beach-Hopping with Swimming

Private Halkidiki Beaches Tour • Swim & Relax

AU$139
per adult
Private Halkidiki Beaches Tour • Swim & Relax
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

AU$32
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal
Halkidiki Day Tour in Arnaia and Ierissos Beach

Halkidiki Day Tour in Arnaia and Ierissos Beach

AU$69
per adult
Halkidiki Day Tour in Arnaia and Ierissos Beach
Thessaloniki: Open Market Food Tour with Tasting

Thessaloniki: Open Market Food Tour with Tasting

AU$79
per adult
Thessaloniki: Open Market Food Tour with Tasting
Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora

AU$87
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: Full-Day Bus Trip to Meteora
Thessaloniki: Vergina and Pella Day Trip

Thessaloniki: Vergina and Pella Day Trip

AU$87
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: Vergina and Pella Day Trip
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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 AU$255 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$255
per night
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Stay at this luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Truly a five-star hotel and a great value. The location is excellent. the staff professional a courteous and the property well maintained and clean.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Electra Palace Thessaloniki
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki

NYX Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
1 Tsimiski Thessaloniki
The price is AU$180 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$180
per night
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Aristotelous Square ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (41 reviews)
The hotel is very clean, modern, and in a great, convenient location. The room was comfortable and well maintained. The only small downside was some noise from outside, but overall it was a very pleasant stay.

Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

NYX Hotel Thessaloniki
City Hotel Thessaloniki

City Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street Thessaloniki Central Macedonia
The price is AU$167 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$167
per night
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (636 reviews)
Really enjoyed my stay here. The staff is amazing and the complimentary breakfast was fantastic. It’s centrally located to everything.

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

City Hotel Thessaloniki
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki

4 out of 5
13 Tsimiski Street Thessaloniki Central Macedonia
The price is AU$126 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$126
per night
15 Feb - 16 Feb
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (640 reviews)
Always a pleasant expirience. Nice rooms, kind personel and delicious brunch. I ll come back

Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025

Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
72 AD Suites

72 AD Suites

72 Agiou Dimitriou Thessaloniki Central Macedonia
The price is AU$133 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
AU$133
per night
21 Jan - 22 Jan
Stay at this hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, premium bedding and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (122 reviews)
This place is perfect. It's 13 rooms, boutique-sized, located in a historically protected building, they really managed to design the rooms so in a way that connects modern comfort, good taste and history of the building. Apart from a clean and comfortable room in a great location close to all kinds ...

Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025

72 AD Suites
ON Residence

ON Residence

5 out of 5
5 Leof. Nikis Thessaloniki
The price is AU$229 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
AU$229
per night
1 Feb - 2 Feb
Stay at this luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (169 reviews)
Beautiful room. Modern and luxurious.

Reviewed on 23 Dec 2025

ON Residence
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Other neighbourhoods around Thessaloniki City Centre

The Arch of Galerius in Thessaloniki, Greece, was built in 198 A.D. with detailed stone relief. This and the nearby Rotunda are must sees in the city to understand its history. #history #greece

Kamara

If you're spending some time in Kamara, Ataturk Museum and Church of Saint Demetrius are top sights worth seeing.

Kamara
Great place in Ladadika, Thessaloniki... afternoons well spent

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
Wandering around the streets of Thessaloniki, at Valaoritou district, you can find this beautiful small path... Photo taken in front of “Gorilla Bar”.

Valaoritou

While there might not be top attractions in Valaoritou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Aristotelous Square and Roman Forum of Thessaloniki.

Valaoritou
Breathtaking view of Thessaloniki from above.

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
Breathtaking view of Thessaloniki from above.

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 Vlatadon Monastery.

Ano Poli
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Chinatown

When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Aristotelous Square and One Salonica Outlet Mall, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chinatown

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