Sightseeing
Dozens of amazing destinations, hundreds of themes.
Each theme and an unforgettable experience, each experience and a sweet memory.
Here are just a few of the activities you can do in our beautiful city.
White Tower
The emblem of the city
The unique White Tower has been the trademark of Thessaloniki for centuries.
Apart from being an exceptional monument of historical importance, it is also an amazing museum that takes you on a journey through the centuries, harmoniously marrying the past with the present and the future.
The tour of history through its thematic floors and interactive exhibits turns the visit into an experience of a lifetime.
Don’t miss it!
Eptower
The stunning castles of the old town
The castles of Eptapyrgios are also known by the Ottoman name Genti Koule.
The buildings have
been used as a fortress, prison and now they are a folklore museum with traditional exhibits.
It is an integral part of the history of Thessaloniki and offers a panoramic view of the city.
Do not miss a visit in the morning hours.
Archaeological Museum
A walk through the history of Macedonia.
The epitome of Greek culture, the magic of the Macedonian Dynasty, the splendour of Greek art gathered in a beautiful building of high architecture.
In a simple, clean and bright environment the visitor will see, among other things, special findings and exhibits from Ancient Vergina and the tomb of Philip II.
With permanent and occasional exhibitions, it is a must stop for all visitors.
Museum of Byzantine Culture
the past Byzantine history of the city and its people.
It is truly a jewel of the city!
It exhibits the Byzantine history of the city and the people who inhabited it, hosting everyday objects and other historical exhibits.
It has been described as the most important public building in Greece and a work of architectural art.
The combination of Byzantine and modern architecture reaches the limit of perfection.
Don’t miss a stop at its beautiful café.
Aristotelous Square
A historic and beautiful square in the centre of the city.
As part of the urban axis that extends up to the statue of El.
Venizelos, the square is a special attraction of Thessaloniki, gathering many people at all hours of the day.
It is worth going down from above to enjoy the magnificent view.
In its numerous shops you can discover amazing places for shopping, eating and entertainment.
Don’t miss to try traditional bagel and salep from the street vendors.
NOESIS Science Dissemination Centre
The most important technological museum in Greece.
Being perhaps the most important technological museum in Greece, the Centre for the Dissemination of Science & Technology Museum, offers the public a permanent exhibition of historical exhibits for the understanding of science and technology issues.
Among the shows on offer you can enjoy educational films and documentaries in the cinema room of the cosmotheatre, films related to space in the planetarium, or experience a unique three-dimensional experience in the persimmon.
Saint Demetrios
More than just an Orthodox church.
The church of St Demetrios is dedicated to St Demetrios, the patron saint of the city.
It is undoubtedly one of the jewels of Thessaloniki.
Imposing and vast, it shows the history of Thessaloniki over hundreds of years.
In the basement of the church is the martyrdom of the Saint.
Combine this with a visit to the ancient marketplace located a little further down the road to the square and the pedestrian street of Aristotelous.
Hagia Sophia
The whole Byzantine history in a religious building.
One of the oldest and most important churches of Thessaloniki, which has remained intact through the ages and is still in operation today. It is located in the centre of the city and is one of its most important monuments. It is a Byzantine church with a round dome modelled on the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, with extraordinary painting and an evocative atmosphere.