Northern Greece, Greece - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-10-13

A breathtaking region combining dramatic mountain ranges, deep gorges, and monasteries suspended between earth and sky. It is a prime destination for outdoor lovers, authentic stone villages, rich history, and hearty local cuisine.

Top things to do in Northern Greece

Things to do in Northern Greece include White Tower of Thessaloniki, Ioannina Castle, Mount Olympus. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Northern Greece

Here is what 3 days in Northern Greece 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
2
  1. 1
    Meteora
    78 km
  2. 2
    Vikos Gorge
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Day 2

Stops
4
  1. 1
    Mount Olympus
    45 km
  2. 2
    Vergina Royal TombsMuseum
    56 km
  3. 3
    Thessaloniki Old Town (Ano Poli)
    1.7 km
  4. 4
    White Tower of ThessalonikiThessaloniki Waterfront
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Day 3Return at noon

Stops
2
  1. 1
    Archaeological Site of Philippi
    14 km
  2. 2
    Kavala Old Town (Panagia)
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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 also assumes a car: the places are spread across a wide area. 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 Northern Greece?

White Tower of Thessaloniki, Ioannina Castle, Mount Olympus, Metsovo, Thessaloniki Old Town (Ano Poli), Kavala Old Town (Panagia) and 9 more. White Tower of Thessaloniki: The iconic waterfront symbol of Thessaloniki housing an engaging city history museum.

What can you do in 3 days in Northern Greece?

Day 1: Meteora, Vikos Gorge. Day 2: Mount Olympus, Vergina Royal Tombs, Thessaloniki Old Town (Ano Poli), White Tower of Thessaloniki. Day 3: Archaeological Site of Philippi, Kavala Old Town (Panagia).

Which museums are worth visiting in Northern Greece?

Museums worth visiting in Northern Greece: Vergina Royal Tombs and Pella Archaeological Museum.

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