Old Town Thessaloniki Travel Guide

Thessaloniki

Photo by Sofia Mis
Photo by Sofia Mis

Popular places to visit

Vlatadon Monastery

Vlatadon Monastery

You can learn about the history of Thessaloniki with a visit to Vlatadon Monastery. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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

Aristotelous Square

4.5/5(49 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 featuring heritage elements

White Tower of Thessaloniki

4.5/5(45 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
Tsimiski Street

Tsimiski Street

5/5(1 review)

You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.

Tsimiski Street
Thessaloniki Port

Thessaloniki Port

4/5(30 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Thessaloniki with a trip to Thessaloniki Port. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.

Thessaloniki Port
Thessaloniki featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and street scenes

Church of Saint Demetrius

4.5/5(27 reviews)

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 Saint Demetrius

Things to do

Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops

Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops

£56
per adult
Creative Glass Mosaic Workshops
Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece

Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece

£180
per adult
Upper Town Historical Tour Experience at Greece
Half-Day Private Tour in Olympus Mountain

Olympus the mountain of the 12 gods of Greek mythology Smallgroup

£110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Olympus the mountain of the 12 gods of Greek mythology Smallgroup
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal

£15
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Thessaloniki: OTE Tower Rotating Experience with Light Meal
Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch

Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch

£62
per adult
Halkidiki Blue Lagoon Cruise from Thessaloniki with Lunch
Single day rail trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora

Single day rail trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora

£81
per adult
Single day rail trip from Thessaloniki to Meteora
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Top hotels in Old Town Thessaloniki

Arabas - Hostel
Arabas - Hostel
Sachtouri 28, Thessaloniki, East Macedonia and Thrace
Stay at this hostel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Aristotelous Square and Church of Agioi Apostoloi ...
8/10 Very Good! (50 reviews)
Not so good
"It wasn't so bad as it was a hostel. But the twin bed which was on the other bed was so high. I was scared to fall off. A Bunk Bed Guardrail would be great. And lastly toilet and bath was not so good."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

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Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
5 out of 5
9, Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is £153 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£153
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Thank u!"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Makedonia Palace
Makedonia Palace
5 out of 5
2, Megalou Alexandrou Avenue, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £168 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
£168
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"This property is absolutely beautiful . From the time you arrive to the time you leave luxury surrounds you. The atmosphere/ decor beautiful and elegant, inviting and amazing staff , excellent restaurants, fantastic food and beautiful relaxing pool. I would definitely stay here again .."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Makedonia Palace
City Hotel Thessaloniki
City Hotel Thessaloniki
4 out of 5
11 Komninon Street, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
The price is £82 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
£82
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
"The room was very hot and clearly the AC could not cope"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

City Hotel Thessaloniki
ON Residence
ON Residence
5 out of 5
5 Leof. Nikis, Thessaloniki
The price is £151 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
£151
7 Jul - 8 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
"ELEGANT , EXCELLENT LOCATION, WALKABLE BUT ENTRANCE/LOBBY AREA SMALL. ROOM SMALL LOOKING TOWARDS STREET . I WAS EXPECTING TO SEE THE SEA FROM A BEAUTIFUL TERRACE OR ROOFTOP BUT IT FELT SMALL. EXCELLENT STAFF"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

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Daios Luxury Living
Daios Luxury Living
5 out of 5
Nikis Avenue 59, Thessaloniki, Central Macedonia
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Thessaloniki. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (697 reviews)
"I arrived around 11am, they said they could try to make room ready by 11:15am but will charge extra for that. The hotel is supposed to be an Expedia VIP hotel, that was not a VIP treatment. I left my luggage there and came back after 3pm. Also, they did not explicitly offer a room upgrade, they simply ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around 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
Thessaloniki which includes heritage elements and a church or cathedral

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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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
Church of Hagia Sophia which includes a church or cathedral

Thessaloniki City Centre

4.5/5(94 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Thessaloniki City Centre, check out sights like Tsimiski Street or Church of Hagia Sophia and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Agias Sofias Metro Station or Venizelou Metro Station.

Thessaloniki City Centre
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Ladadika

5/5(3 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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Chinatown

When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Aristotelous Square and Roman Forum of Thessaloniki, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Chinatown

Old Town Thessaloniki Travel Guide

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