Thessaloniki City Centre
Thessaloniki
Visit Thessaloniki City Centre
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.
Tsimiski Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Kavala and Philippi Full Day Tour with Swim from Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki: Museum of Illusions Admission Ticket
Thessaloniki: Open Market Food Tour with Tasting
Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch
Thessaloniki: Vergina and Pella Day Trip
Thessaloniki: Private Sea Kayak Adventure in Epanomi
Top hotels in Thessaloniki City Centre
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Beautiful hotel in a great location. Stand out is the rooftop restaurant for breakfast. Front desk were extremely helpful in arranging parking that wasn’t on site. Only minor gripe is the lack of access for kids to the indoor pool (3h per day) which seems to be common in Greece
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
COLORS Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
The hotel is on a very busy street in Thessaloniki, coming and leaving by car is quite a hassle. Parking is only 500 meters but takes 15-20 minutes to circle back due to busy one way streets. The hotel is okay, with friendly and helpful staff, good breakfast. Our rooms were a bit strange, as in both ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
City Hotel Thessaloniki
Very clean, very nice place
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki
Great location. Clean rooms. Nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Teight Hotel
Every thing was good at the hotel
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Makedonia Palace
Located at the best part of Thessaloniki with easy access to shopping and restaurants but what pleasantly surprised us was the Michelin level cuisine. Try the melitzanosalata (eggplant dip) in the table side and the sea bass crudo and veal cheeks.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Thessaloniki City Centre
Kamara
If you're spending some time in Kamara, Ataturk Museum and Church of Saint Demetrius are top sights worth seeing.
Ladadika
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.
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.
Old Town Thessaloniki
Travellers like the historical sites in Old Town Thessaloniki, and Vlatadon Monastery is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Chinatown
When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
