Guidebook for Thessaloniki
Sightseeing
The main square of the city, surrounded by restaurants and shops where you can sit and appreciate the view of the sea. Always busy, it is one of the city's key locations when it comes to livelihood.
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Aristotelous Square
The main square of the city, surrounded by restaurants and shops where you can sit and appreciate the view of the sea. Always busy, it is one of the city's key locations when it comes to livelihood.
One of the oldest Greek Orthodox byzantine churches in the city, with a high architectural and historical significance. It has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
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Hagia Sophia of Thessaloniki
Agias SofiasOne of the oldest Greek Orthodox byzantine churches in the city, with a high architectural and historical significance. It has been listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Originally built in the beginnings of 4th century AC, it was meant to be a temple to the Greek god Zeus. It was later used as a Greek Orthodox church, and is listed as a World Heritage Site from UNESCO. Architecturally it is very similar to Rome's Pantheon, a definitely fascinating view.
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Rotunda
5 Pl. Agiou Georgiou RotontaOriginally built in the beginnings of 4th century AC, it was meant to be a temple to the Greek god Zeus. It was later used as a Greek Orthodox church, and is listed as a World Heritage Site from UNESCO. Architecturally it is very similar to Rome's Pantheon, a definitely fascinating view.
The Arch of Galerius, built during the 4th century AC like the Rotonta temple, was built by the Roman Emperor Galerius as one of the structures leading to his palace. It has a lot of historical significance for the city, and is one of the main meeting points.
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Arch of Galerius
144 EgnatiaThe Arch of Galerius, built during the 4th century AC like the Rotonta temple, was built by the Roman Emperor Galerius as one of the structures leading to his palace. It has a lot of historical significance for the city, and is one of the main meeting points.
Greek Orthodox Church of the patron saint of the city, Saint Demetrius.
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Church of St. Demetrios
Agiou DimitriouGreek Orthodox Church of the patron saint of the city, Saint Demetrius.
The remains of the Roman Forum of Thessaloniki, situated at the top of Aristotelous Square, is an interesting insight into the ancient history of the city perfectly mixed within the urban environment. One of the ideal paths to take would be to start from the sea at Aristotelous Square and walk to the Roman Forum.
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Roman Forum of Thessaloniki
75 OlimpouThe remains of the Roman Forum of Thessaloniki, situated at the top of Aristotelous Square, is an interesting insight into the ancient history of the city perfectly mixed within the urban environment. One of the ideal paths to take would be to start from the sea at Aristotelous Square and walk to the Roman Forum.
One of the main squares of the city, located next to the remains of an ancient roman hippodrome. The square is full with bars and coffee shops, and it is one of the most frequented locations by the youth of the city.
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Platia Navarinou
Platia NavarinouOne of the main squares of the city, located next to the remains of an ancient roman hippodrome. The square is full with bars and coffee shops, and it is one of the most frequented locations by the youth of the city.
The Upper City is the more traditional region of the city, which preserved the ottoman architecture and the old walls that protected the city. It is especially nice to visit for its view, as it is at a significantly higher altitude from the city centre. It is possible to reach the upper city through public transportation fairly easily.
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Ano Poli
The Upper City is the more traditional region of the city, which preserved the ottoman architecture and the old walls that protected the city. It is especially nice to visit for its view, as it is at a significantly higher altitude from the city centre. It is possible to reach the upper city through public transportation fairly easily.
One of the ideal hangout spots in the city, as it is possible to walk around on the pier, which has an incredibly stunning view of the city's coastline. There are also restaurants and activities in that location.
Limani
2 AverofOne of the ideal hangout spots in the city, as it is possible to walk around on the pier, which has an incredibly stunning view of the city's coastline. There are also restaurants and activities in that location.
A picturesque neighbourhood of the city, especially at night, as it is full of people and restaurants that set their tables outside, creating a very Mediterranean atmosphere. Perfect for a night out to eat and enjoy the local environment in its most unadulterated form.
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Ladadika
A picturesque neighbourhood of the city, especially at night, as it is full of people and restaurants that set their tables outside, creating a very Mediterranean atmosphere. Perfect for a night out to eat and enjoy the local environment in its most unadulterated form.
The International Trade Fair of Thessaloniki has some interesting exhibitions very often, and is an interesting place to walk around if such an exhibition is open at the time of visit. It is also home to the OTE Tower, which is a tall telecommunications tower that has a rotating bar at the top to appreciate the view of the city.
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Thessaloniki International Exhibition
The International Trade Fair of Thessaloniki has some interesting exhibitions very often, and is an interesting place to walk around if such an exhibition is open at the time of visit. It is also home to the OTE Tower, which is a tall telecommunications tower that has a rotating bar at the top to appreciate the view of the city.
The OTE Tower is a very tall telecommunications tower that has a rotating bar at the top, which is perfect for a 360 degree view of the city from a high point. Beware that the bar is fairly expensive, but is worth the view.
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OTE Tower
The OTE Tower is a very tall telecommunications tower that has a rotating bar at the top, which is perfect for a 360 degree view of the city from a high point. Beware that the bar is fairly expensive, but is worth the view.
The coastline of the city is perfect for a long walk or a bike ride using the rented bikes available at various points in the city.
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Παραλία Θεσσαλονίκης - Θέα της Λεωφόρου Νίκης
The coastline of the city is perfect for a long walk or a bike ride using the rented bikes available at various points in the city.
Drinks & Nightlife
The hot spot for night clubs and bars in the city. After a certain hour at night, the neighbourhood becomes extremely crowded with people out in the streets and in the bars. Perfect for those looking to partake in the city's nightlife.
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Valaoritou
ValaoritouThe hot spot for night clubs and bars in the city. After a certain hour at night, the neighbourhood becomes extremely crowded with people out in the streets and in the bars. Perfect for those looking to partake in the city's nightlife.
This place is an old hamaam (Turkish baths) that was converted into a bar, and it has beautiful architecture and atmosphere. Perfect for a drink late in the evening.
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Aiglē
This place is an old hamaam (Turkish baths) that was converted into a bar, and it has beautiful architecture and atmosphere. Perfect for a drink late in the evening.
Arts & Culture
The Museum of Byzantine Culture takes you through the history of the city in its most vibrant era. It is situated next to the Archeological Museum of Thessaloniki.
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Museum of Byzantine Culture
2 Leof. StratouThe Museum of Byzantine Culture takes you through the history of the city in its most vibrant era. It is situated next to the Archeological Museum of Thessaloniki.
Part of the largest theatre organisation in Greece, it is an outdoor theatre located inside of the city's neighbouring forest, and has a stunning view of the city.
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Forest Theatre
Part of the largest theatre organisation in Greece, it is an outdoor theatre located inside of the city's neighbouring forest, and has a stunning view of the city.
Food Scene
A seafood restaurant with high quality, fresh food for an affordable price. Must probably use a taxi to get there, has a view of the sea as it is located close the the dock.
Gialos Fish & Seafood Tavern
A seafood restaurant with high quality, fresh food for an affordable price. Must probably use a taxi to get there, has a view of the sea as it is located close the the dock.
Seafood restaurant, awarded multiple times for the quality of the food, but is more expensive than most.
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Μαύρη Θάλασσα
3 Nik. PlastiraSeafood restaurant, awarded multiple times for the quality of the food, but is more expensive than most.
Pizzicotto
3 KastritsiouItalian restaurant, good pizza at good prices, very close to the apartment.
Authentic Italian ice cream, perfect for a high quality summer snack when exploring the city.
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Gelati e Amore
44 Al. SvolouAuthentic Italian ice cream, perfect for a high quality summer snack when exploring the city.
Very nice gyros place, recommend it for a quick original meal. After the savoury food at Yiok Mpalik, one can walk down the street to find the Italian ice cream shop Gelati e Amore for dessert, and continue walking down till the iconic White Tower of Thessaloniki.
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Γιόκ Μπαλίκ
34 Eth. AminisVery nice gyros place, recommend it for a quick original meal. After the savoury food at Yiok Mpalik, one can walk down the street to find the Italian ice cream shop Gelati e Amore for dessert, and continue walking down till the iconic White Tower of Thessaloniki.
Right around the corner from the apartment, there is a very frequented restaurant that makes souvlaki and gyros at a good price. Very convenient for the times one wants a quick meal without getting too far from home.
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Derlicatesen all Souvlaki
7 John KouskouraRight around the corner from the apartment, there is a very frequented restaurant that makes souvlaki and gyros at a good price. Very convenient for the times one wants a quick meal without getting too far from home.