Thessaloniki is considered by many as one of the most vibrant and culturally interesting cities of Greece. With a history that spans centuries, a very rich culture, urban and nature landscapes blended together, vast entertainment options and an amazing cuisine, it’s a not-to-be-missed european destination!

Agios Dimitrios is a fine sample of Byzantine religious architecture of the late early period of the Empire (7th century A.D.). The initial architectural design and interior decoration was significantly deteriorated, due to continuous reconstructions, additions and several disasters that occurred throughout the centuries.

Right next to the temple of “Agia Sophia” just before the popular “Iktinou” str. you will find a very interesting place that remains hidden despite being in one of the most crowded areas of Thessaloniki. The Catacombs of Saint Prodromos the Baptist!

If you rent a car in Thessaloniki you’ll have the chance to enjoy the city’s best attractions while you will be able to visit several other places and beautiful nearby cities as well.

On the way to the four Thessalonian vineyards you will have the chance to discover several beautiful places and flavors that will exceed your expectations!

Dated back to 452 A.D., Panagia Acheropoietos is arguably one of the oldest surviving Christian temples of Greece. The name of the church is due to an ancient Christian tradition according to which the icon of Virgin Mary was believed to be made by divine, not human hands.

Built in 1444, Bey Hamam is the oldest off all the Ottoman baths in Thessaloniki and one of the most important buildings that integrate Ottoman architecture. It is located in the center of the city north of Aristotelous Plaza right across the paleo-christian temple of “Panagia Halkeon”.

The PaleoChristian temple of Agia Sophia is one of the most impressive Byzantine churches of Thesaloniki with imposing architecture, beautiful wall paintings and elaborate mosaics.

The Museum of Byzantine Culture is housed in modern facilities that include advanced, well-organized conservation laboratories and storerooms. Hundreds of unique exhibits and artifacts throughout the entire Byzantine period are displayed in several different rooms. It has a rather imposing atmopshere while the presentations are well organized and informative.

Mustafa Kemal Ataturk was born in this house in Apostolou Pavlou St in 1881. In 1935 the Thessaloniki city council decided to give the building to the Turkish State which afterwards converted it into a museum dedicated to the life and achievements of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk.

The 14th century Byzantine temple of Agios Nikolaos Orfanos is one of Thessaloniki’s most beautiful churches. Located in a quiet area behind the Northeast section of the city’s walls it remains hidden from many visitors and even some locals! Agios Nikolaos Orfanos is one of the many precious treasures the old city hides. It stands like a small oasis that will take you centuries back within seconds in a magical way. You’ll immediately understand from the very first moment that there is something different about that building. The temple was built at the beginning of the 14th century during the Paleologian period of the Byzantine Empire in 1320 aD. It is the “Katholikon” (main temple) of an older Byzantine monastery while it still remains a glebe of Vlatadon Monastery and belongs to the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. The name of the temple is believed to be taken from its founder while it is also a fact that Saint Nikolas (Agios Nikolaos) was the protector of the orphaned children as well. According to the local tradition though, the existence of an orphanage inside the monastery was the reason for this name. A small part of the propylon (gate) of the older buildings survives and is […]

Just a few blocks away from Aristotelous square lies the roman heart of the ancient city, the Roman Forum, also known as “Ancient Agora”. The Agora was constructed by the Romans in the late 2nd century A.D. The Forum was the center of political and public life in Thessaloniki.

Just a few blocks away from Aristotelous square lies the roman heart of the ancient city, the Roman Forum, also known as “Ancient Agora”. A well preserved archaeological site that will lead you to… an underground museum!

The Thessaloniki Museum of Cinema is one of the most interesting museums of the city, just a couple of minutes away from Aristotelous Square at the end of the coastal avenue. It is located in a warehouse on the first wharf of the port of Thessaloniki covering an area of 1100m.

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Built in 306 A.D. by the romans, Rotunda is one of the oldest religious sites of the city. You will easily find iot next to the Arch of Galerius (Kamara) , North of Navarino plaza.

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The Archaeological museum of Thessaloniki is one of the most beautiful and important museums of the city. It is located in the center of the city in “Manoli Andronikou” street right after the Byzantine Museum, on the south of Thessaloniki Trade Fair.

The White Tower is the most commonly known monument of Thessaloniki and the symbol of the city because of its prominent position, long history and impresive architecture.

The imposive Palatial Complex included several different areas and buildings. In order for someone to fully appreciate its importance for Thessaloniki, we must first realize its overwhelming size for the Greek standards! It included Rotunda and the Galerius Arch (Kamara) along with several other buildings!

Travel anywhere in the city of Thessaloniki and in the outskirts. 75 bus lines are available for smart, fast, cheap and safe traveling.