Thessaloniki, Greece - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-18

Thessaloniki, Greece's second-largest city, offers a fascinating blend of rich history, vibrant culture, and lively nightlife. Come experience its Balkan charm, stroll along the magnificent waterfront promenade, and discover ancient sites alongside trendy boutiques and cafes.

Top things to do in Thessaloniki

Things to do in Thessaloniki include White Tower of Thessaloniki, Ano Poli (Upper Town), Aristotelous Square. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Thessaloniki

Here is what 3 days in Thessaloniki look like when the planner builds them - arriving at noon on the first day and flying home at noon on the last. Stops are grouped by proximity so no day doubles back, and the same route can be built for any length, from two days to a week.

Day 1Arrival at noon

Stops
4
Walking
28 min
  1. 1
    Arch of Galerius and RotundaTriumphal arch · City Center
    800 m (🚶 11 min)
  2. 2
    Agios Dimitrios BasilicaChurch
    200 m (🚶 3 min)
  3. 3
    Ano Poli (Upper Town)Neighbourhood · Ano Poli
    850 m (🚶 14 min)
  4. 4
    Trigonion Tower
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Day 2

Stops
6
Walking
1h 31m
  1. 1
    Ladadika DistrictNeighbourhood · Ladadika
    500 m (🚶 11 min)
  2. 2
    Thessaloniki Port Authority (Old Port)Harbour · Port
    600 m (🚶 9 min)
  3. 3
    Tsimiski-Plateia AristotelousSquare
    2.5 km (🚶 36 min / 🚌 14 min)
  4. 4
    HeptapyrgionFortress
    1.9 km (🚶 28 min)
  5. 5
    Church of Hagia SophiaChurch · City Center
    500 m (🚶 7 min)
  6. 6
    Modiano MarketMarket · City Center
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
2
Walking
11 min
  1. 1
    Thessaloniki Promenade (Nea Paralia)Waterfront
    800 m (🚶 11 min)
  2. 2
    Ομπρέλλες (The Umbrellas)Fountain
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The route assumes the first day starts at noon, after you land, and the last ends at noon, before your flight. It is an example: with your dates the planner builds a route around your landing and your flight home, real opening hours, how you get around and your own preferences.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Thessaloniki?

White Tower of Thessaloniki, Ano Poli (Upper Town), Aristotelous Square, Thessaloniki Promenade (Nea Paralia), Arch of Galerius and Rotunda, Agios Dimitrios Basilica and 9 more. White Tower of Thessaloniki: The iconic symbol of the city, an impressive white tower offering magnificent panoramic views of the city and the sea.

What can you do in 3 days in Thessaloniki?

Day 1: Arch of Galerius and Rotunda, Agios Dimitrios Basilica, Ano Poli (Upper Town), Trigonion Tower. Day 2: Ladadika District, Thessaloniki Port Authority (Old Port), Tsimiski-Plateia Aristotelous, Heptapyrgion. Day 3: Thessaloniki Promenade (Nea Paralia), Ομπρέλλες (The Umbrellas).

Which areas should you explore in Thessaloniki?

The itinerary for Thessaloniki runs through City Center, Ano Poli, Ladadika, Port and Waterfront.

Which museums are worth visiting in Thessaloniki?

Museums worth visiting in Thessaloniki: Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Museum of Byzantine Culture (City Center).

Which churches are worth seeing in Thessaloniki?

Churches worth seeing in Thessaloniki: Agios Dimitrios Basilica and Church of Hagia Sophia (City Center).

What markets are there in Thessaloniki?

Markets in Thessaloniki: Modiano Market (City Center) and Kapani Market (City Center).

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