Thessaloniki Tours and Activities
Thessaloniki Sailing Tour on a Catamaran
Unwind with the exploratory Thessaloniki sailing tour on a catamaran, offering a glimpse of the major sights of the city and a refreshing stopover in... Cruises - 4h 30m
Food tour treasure hunt in Thessaloniki “7 riddles”
Brace yourself for the most flavorsome food tour treasure hunt in Thessaloniki’s gastronomic map. Uncover the delicious street food and drinks Greec... Food & Wine Tours - 2 hours
Thessaloniki Sunset Bike Tour
Feel the wind in your hair as you bike down Thessaloniki’s iconic waterfront, on this relaxing sunset bike tour!... Walking and Biking Tours - 3 hours
Horse Riding for experienced Equestrians in Thessaloniki
If you are an equestrian visiting Northern Greece, then don’t miss out on your chance to ride with some of the most beautiful creatures on this Hors... Outdoor Activities - 4 hours
Meteora Biking Day Tour from Thessaloniki
Experience the sacred destination of Greece that combines nature’s wonder with history while biking through the incredible rocks of Meteora on this ... Day Trips - 12 hours
Professional Photoshoot in Thessaloniki
Have a Professional Photoshoot in Thessaloniki, be a model for a day and showcase your persona in one of the most beautiful places in the world!... Photography Tours - 2 hoursWhat to see Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki, is the second-largest city in Greece and the capital of the region of Central Macedonia. Also known as the “Bride of the Thermaic” and the “Co-Capital”, it is a city with a 3000 year old history.
What to see there? For starters, relics of its Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history, as well as reminders of its formerly dominant Jewish population. Many of its churches and other city sites are included in UNESCO’s World Heritage List. The structure of the city allows visitors to walk to many of its major sites, making it easy to decide where to go there.
What to do in Thessaloniki?
The “boardwalk” is one of the best places to visit, spanning close to 4.5 km, from the city port to the Concert Hall. Half way through, at the White Tower (maybe ts most symbolic attraction), the waterfront “Nea Paralia” seems never ending. Along the coastal walkway, 13 thematic parks are featured. During the summer, pedestrians flood the walkway enjoying their long evening walk known in Greek as “Volta”, a local tradition.
There you will find food and beverage vendors, bike riders taking advantage of the bicycle lane, kids skating, fishermen fishing and an overall lively atmosphere. All this while facing the Thermaic and a clear view of Mount Olympus across the Gulf. There are options for a horse & carriage ride, “floating” café-bars and many other seasonal entertainment options.
Thessaloniki Sightseeing and Attractions
Thessaloniki is considered to be the important cultural capital. For a city of one million people, the number of monuments and museums is astonishing: 15 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and 29 museums with themes ranging from Archeology to Contemporary Sports.
The northernmost Byzantine walls of the city and parts of the western walls still stand, as does the city’s symbol, the White Tower, from the 16th Century AD. The city walls are located in the scenic Upper Town which offers a spectacular view over the bay, especially in the evening. The sunset is magical. Visit the upper town and admire its traditional homes, narrow cobbled streets and Byzantine citadel.
"Mother of Israel"
The city is also known as “the mother of Israel”, due to its once flourishing Jewish community, which existed from the Roman period and grew substantially after the Ottoman Empire took in Jewish refugees expelled from Spain, Portugal, and Spanish territories in Italy; these Jews are known as “Sephardim”. Sephardic Jews formed a significant percentage of the city’s population and infrastructure until World War II, when in spring 1943, a vast majority were deported by the Nazis to the concentration camp in Auschwitz. However, there are still two Synagogues and the Jewish Museum. Visit them all with a private walking tour!
Turkish Monuments in Thessaloniki
Also interesting are the Turkish Monuments such as the public baths Bey Hamam, the Bezesteni (Ottoman closed market for jewelry and precious materials) the Alatza Imaret (Ottoman poorhouse) and Hamza Bey Camii (both restored and used for exhibitions). Visit them with a private walking tour!
Food, Nightlife and Insider's Tips
Thessaloniki is famous for its vibrant city culture and it boasts the most cafes and bars per capita in Europe. Nightlife and entertainment have unlimited options thanks to its vastly young population and multicultural identity. Built along the coast of the Thermaic Gulf, trendy bars, restaurants and other entertainment establishments are scattered throughout the city and cater to all tastes. Many are located on pedestrianized streets or along the waterfront with sea view. Countless diverse happenings and events take place throughout the city on a daily basis.
