Visit Old Town Thessaloniki
Popular places to visit
Vlatadon Monastery
You can learn about the history of Thessaloniki with a visit to Vlatadon Monastery. Make time to visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Aristotelous Square
Visit Thessaloniki’s main square, a busy gathering place for locals and the site of major events throughout the year.
Tsimiski Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.
White Tower of Thessaloniki
This distinctly shaped tower has evolved alongside Thessaloniki over the centuries and now houses a museum dedicated to the city’s history.
Thessaloniki Port
Explore the waterfront in Thessaloniki with a trip to Thessaloniki Port. Savour the lively bars and top-notch restaurants while in town.
Church of Saint Demetrius
Pay homage to Thessaloniki’s patron saint, the Roman martyr Dimitrios, whose relics are held in this ancient church, which is considered one of the most important in the city.
Top hotels in Old Town Thessaloniki
Arabas - Hostel
Nice hostel up a hill
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
Amazing
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
Yes, the room was very clean and the staff friendly as always but nothing beats the location of Electra Palace. We had booked a room facing the square and the Christmas tree lighting ceremony took place in the evening. Just fantastic
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
City Hotel Thessaloniki
Everything was ok, staff, room , food , location is one of thw best affordable hotels
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki
It was nice to have a family room, two rooms connected, at a reasonable price. Location was a little loud because it was across the street from the bar scene.
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
MonAsty, Thessaloniki, Autograph Collection
Stunning hotel, will stay here every time I'm in Thessaloniki
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Thessaloniki
Ano Poli
You'll enjoy the gardens and monuments in Ano Poli. You might want to make time for a stop at Vlatadon Monastery or Eptapyrgio Castle.
Kamara
If you're spending some time in Kamara, Ataturk Museum and Church of Saint Demetrius are top sights worth seeing.
Valaoritou
While there might not be top attractions in Valaoritou, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square.
Thessaloniki City Centre
If you're spending time in Thessaloniki City Centre, check out sights like Tsimiski Street or Aristotelous Square and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Agias Sofias Metro Station or Venizelou Metro Station.
Ladadika
Travellers come to Ladadika for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Place Katouni and Nikis Avenue while you're in town.
Chinatown
When in Chinatown, you can plan a visit to Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki and Aristotelous Square, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
