Old Town Thessaloniki Travel Guide
Thessaloniki
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
Learn about the local history of Thessaloniki when you spend time at Aristotelous Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Tsimiski Street
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Tsimiski Street during your stay in Thessaloniki.
White Tower of Thessaloniki
You can study the exhibits at White Tower of Thessaloniki, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Thessaloniki. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.
Thessaloniki Port
Explore the waterfront in Thessaloniki with a trip to Thessaloniki Port. Savour the top-notch restaurants and lively bars while in town.
Church of Hagia Sophia
After visiting Church of Hagia Sophia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Thessaloniki. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.
Top hotels in Old Town Thessaloniki
Arabas - Hostel
Nice hostel up a hill
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Electra Palace Thessaloniki
The location of this hotel is what sold me. Nearly everything is in walking distance. If you find it hard to walk there is taxis right outside. The hotel had amazing views of Mount Olympus again depending on weather and room type. We had a sea view and will be booking that in the future. The decor ...
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Colors Urban Hotel Thessaloniki
Excellent location, near the waterfront, main sites and attractions. The staff were superior and helpful. Room was spacious, excellent hot water and shower pressure, comfortable bed, heat/ac. The hotel is located in a popular area of the city, the streets are busy with plenty of people, shops, restaurants ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
City Hotel Thessaloniki
Very clean, very nice place
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
NYX Hotel Thessaloniki
Price performance is very good, employess is wonderfull. Evertime is smiles And location is perfect
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hebrard Industrial Suites
Modern, very clean and perfect location - Best accommodation i stayed in Thessaloniki - Highly recommended.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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 Eptapyrgio Castle or Vlatadon Monastery.
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 Nikis Avenue and Place Katouni 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.
