The 43 best views in Thessaloniki

On the one hand, you must go here when visiting Thessaloniki. It is the most famous landmark of the city and has a lot of history attached to it. On the other hand, it is rather expensive (at €8) for what is a relatively small (but interesting) museum. But I have to say that the views from the top are terrific. So Yes - go!

A wonderful place to visit! The White Tower is full of history and beautifully presented inside with clear displays and interactive exhibits. The climb to the top is easy, and the view over Thessaloniki and the sea is absolutely stunning. The staff were friendly and helpful. Definitely a must-see landmark when visiting the city!

Excellent attraction..6euro entry p.p. The walk up tonthe top with its several rooms and chambers along the way was really well worth it. You could easily spend 2 hours here going through the various write-ups & history. Some audio on English via your phone was available at key points. The views from the top are amazing. You see the length & breadth of the coast line and nearby hils. Apparantly you can see Mt. Olympus on a clear day...we were not so lucky.

This is a must when visiting Thessaloniki! The ticket is 6€ and children under 18 don't pay the ticket. This isn't just a place where you go for the view from the top (even though it's very beautiful), but it's also a museum. You have a couple of stops before you reach the top where you can learn more about the history lf Thessaloniki. You also get a free audio guide available in many languages free of charge! I couldn't recommend this place enough.

A lovely place to walk around and enjoy the sea breeze. The view from the top is stunning, especially at sunset. Definitely one of Thessaloniki’s highlights!

The White Tower of Thessaloniki is A MUST monument-museum-attraction to start, when visiting the city. Start with just inhaling and enjoyig from outside the spirit of the place.(White tower is a starting stop and for the Cultural line 50 - the local tourist live guided bus tour -2€ regular fee (https://www.oasth.gr/en/tourism/cultural-route). Entering inside the museum (6€ regular ticket) you can select from 13 languages in which to learn and understand better the history, culture, life, culinary, evolution of the city during your way up trough the seven levels to the top. The observation terrace is a perfect selfie's spot and also a greate way to orientate yourself in the next directions trough your journey felling in love with Thessaloniki... Enjoy!

A must place to visit if in town for the first time. The tower is multi leveled with each level having an exhibition of the city's history. It's not tiresome to climb as there are no steep steps and you have to stop to see the exhibits. At the top one can enjoy the excellent view of the city and the bay. There is also a museum shop that was not operating on the day we visited.

Look out for the intricate sculptures depicting stories of the old featuring Romans in togas, warriors in armour, horses and much more. There are cafes, juice bars and shops along the road leading to the Rotunda and a beautiful church in the square by the intersection.

The Arch of Galerius is one of the most important landmarks of Thessaloniki. It's impressive and a must see. It was built in the 4th century AD to commemorate Emperor Galerius’s victory over the Persians, the arch was part of a larger imperial complex that included palace and the Rotunda. The arch it's beautifully preserved and you can see the carvings depicting scenes of battle and imperial triumph, offering a glimpse into the grandeur of Roman Thessaloniki.

An iconic landmark in the center of Thessaloniki, built in the 4th century to celebrate Emperor Galerius’ victory over the Persians. The arch is beautifully decorated with detailed carvings that tell parts of the story. Easy to find, free to visit, and a great spot to stop while exploring the city

Another iconic landmark in the center of the city. it was built around the 4th C to celebrate Emperor Galerius’ victory over the Persians. The Arch is well decorated with detailed carvings. It is easy to find and free to visit. A good place to visit as part of walking the city sights.

This is one of Thessaloniki’s most famous Roman monuments and a key historic landmark in northern Greece. Located in the central part of the city, its walking distance from the port. The original arch had 8 pillars today there are 3. The detail carved into the marble commemorates Galerius’s victory over the Persians in 298 AD. Quite a site to see. Free to view.

Galerius was one of the Roman emperors who instigated the most severe persecution towards christians, from 303 to 311 AD. As a Christian pastor, this monument is very relevant as Thessaloniki was Galerius' administrative capital.

An amazing piece of Roman history in Thessaloniki's city center. The Arch is magnificent, showcasing incredibly detailed reliefs of Emperor Galerius' triumph. A truly iconic and must-see spot that connects the ancient past with the vibrant present.

A gem of a place that deals with ancient Greek history and will take up at least three hours to tour depending on how much you want to learn. There is an app one can download and by scanning each exhibit learn its story in more detail than id depicted on the case. Artifacts, jewellery, sarcofagi, tools, weapons, mosaics and many more can be admired. Well worth a visit.

What a great museum to visit if you’re in Thessaloniki. It was a hot day but it was nice and cool walking around inside the museum. So much history and culture. There is a special section called the Cave which has some amazing exhibits.

You may feel it's a small museum, but it's not. There is also underground floor. I spent there almost two hours and didn't feel the time passed. Very beautiful and interesting exhibitions, with interesting texts. Especially the gold jewelry collection. Highly recommended! There is also cafe in the small garden. You only need to take care about "ship bone" in the Cave exhibition. :)

This museum is worth every minute if you are interested in Greek ancient history. The whole place is quite spacious and you never feel lost. Time spent is 2-3 hours. Totally worth the 8€ entrance fee

I really enjoyed my visit to the Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki. The collection is impressive, especially the exhibits from ancient Macedonia — the gold jewelry, statues, and everyday artifacts really help bring the history to life. Everything is well organized, and the information panels are clear and helpful, even for someone without a deep background in archaeology. The building itself is spacious and modern, and the layout makes it easy to move through the different periods. I also appreciated the temporary exhibitions, which added some variety to the experience. The only reason I’m giving 4 stars instead of 5 is that some sections felt a bit repetitive, and a few exhibits could use better lighting or clearer signage. Still, it’s definitely worth a visit if you’re in Thessaloniki and interested in the rich history of the region.

Amazing museum with great pieces. Focuses on the Roman history of Thessaloniki. Plan to spend a few hours here. Good cafe as well

If you're in Thessaloniki, the Archaeological Museum is definitely worth a visit. When I went, there were three exhibitions: The History of Macedonia, The Gold of the Macedonians, and In the Cave. A free app is available that provides in-language guides about the artifacts on display; these are always accompanied by bilingual captions (Greek and English). The second exhibition I appreciated the most was The Gold of the Macedonians. The artifacts are beautifully crafted, with such minute details that it amazes you how the goldsmiths managed to work the metal so delicately and elaborately without having power tools or precision instruments. The third exhibition is temporary, also interesting, and the spaces are organized to evoke the idea of the inside of a cave, with display cases containing archaeological finds from Greek caves. We spent 2.5 hours exploring the museum, and it was enjoyable. Inside there is a bar and at the end of the visit a souvenir shop.

The Rotunda in Thessaloniki is a fascinating building, especially when you consider its long and complex history. The structure itself is impressive, and the icon paintings and mosaics on the roof are beautiful highlights worth noticing. However, I found the entrance fee a bit expensive considering the small size of the monument and the short time you spend inside—most visitors will probably stay no more than 10 minutes. While it’s an important historical site, I’m not sure it’s worth the price unless you’re very interested in history or architecture.

Terrific - even though the entry fee is dear (€10) this was really good and worth the cost. It is fascinating - said to have been built for Emperor Galerius (why?) - it is quite a calm space to visit. In its day the decorations must have been magnificent. there is also an interactive display and videos to watch - which are pretty good. Recommended.

Inside is huge, niches for what were Ancient Gods & Goddess taken by the church early during the early christianity days. The ceilingnof the main Rotunda and two of the niches have mosicas depicting both early christian and pegan symbols. This making it easier for the masses of pegans to convert to christianity. Worth the 10 euro. Also in the courtyard if you have an eye for ancient architecture there is a base for a column that has a stone holder instead of a forged bracket to lock the column onto the base for stability.

Gorgeous. I felt the tears on my cheeks, how beautiful it was. Rotunda. It had a period of Christianity and Islam. Nowadays, it's a St. George Christian Church, but the most beautiful I ve seen. The entrance fee is 10 euro, what seems to be overpriced.

Tucked in the heart of Thessaloniki, the Rotonta stands like a quiet guardian of time. It’s one of those rare places where you can feel history layered in the air, Roman ambition, Byzantine faith, Ottoman echoes, all coexisting under one majestic dome. Built in the early 4th century by Emperor Galerius, the Rotonta was first intended as a mausoleum or temple. Over the centuries, it transformed into a Christian church, later into a mosque and today into a monument and museum open to the world. Each transformation left its trace: the delicate Christian mosaics shimmering high above, the elegant Arabic inscriptions, the worn marble floors that have carried countless footsteps through time. Stepping inside feels like entering another world. The light filters through small windows, illuminating golden fragments of mosaics that tell stories of faith and endurance. Outside, the modern city hums with life,cafés, students, the scent of fresh coffee, yet within the Rotonta, everything slows down. If you ever find yourself in Thessaloniki, take a quiet moment here. Stand beneath the vast dome, close your eyes, and let the centuries speak.

very pretty and awe inspiring historical landmark with a small cinema room on the side that shows explanatory documentaries regarding the rotunda. only thing i find is the ticket price can be a bit pricy for some.

Must visit this place and the surrounding area. It's a historical monument and it's considered to be a replica of the Pantheon in Rome. The acoustic inside is incredible. Try it from the middle of the temple 🛕.

Τhis famous Aristotelous Square is a 20th century square in Thessaloniki, Greece designed by the French architect, Ernest Hébrard and built after the great fire of 1917. It is designed in an eclectic style which combines elements from both the Byzantine and Western architectures. This waterfront square is one of the prominent places in Greece, and forms an important part of life in Thessaloniki with some of the city's most beautiful buildings and sights. The central square serves the need for leisure and commerce with numerous choices of shops, cafes and stylish bars while at the same time offering wonderful sea views. The square is a must visit place for those who arrive in Thessaloniki, Greece.

It's a nice place to walk, especially when it's sunny. There are lots of delicious coffees and food options for breakfast. It looks nice at night as well, close to everything

Our hotel overlooks Aristotle Square, which is a huge public square lined by various restaurants; and which appears to be a major ‘go to’ place for locals and visitors alike. Very popular as the heat of the day dissipates.

A beautiful and lively spot in the heart of Thessaloniki! The square has lovely architecture, great cafés, and an amazing sea view. It’s perfect for a walk, coffee, or just relaxing and watching the city life. Especially nice in the evening when the lights come on. Definitely worth a visit!

Aristotle Square is a beautiful place. The crowd is quite crowded. It's close to the sea. It has its own flair. It is definitely worth a visit if you are in Thessaloniki.

Very nice place. Ideal place as meeting point. Lots of bars nearby. The view is amazing. A nice Plaza and seaside.

Beautiful place plus you got the Kapani Market and crazy amount of gift shops to buy cute gift for everyone back home. Kapani Market is closed on Sundays.

The museum from its exterior looks great. They have captured the Byzantine style of architecture. You see that a lot of work has gone into making this museum. There were a lot of amazing artifact, mosaics, frescos etc….to see. Although I thinkk this museum was lacking on staff. We were even told that because they are understaffed only 4 out of the 12 exhibits were open to the public. The guides in those open rooms were more like guards and were always on their phone. Everything is supposedly digitalized. What’s the point of guides then? Just employ guards. Anyway at least what was open was amazing to see what remains from the Eastern Roman period, but more then half the museum was closed of so it didn’t justify the 8 euros price tag. Visit if it’s fully open.

Small but beautiful museum with a fabulous collection of Byzantine art. The staff are very friendly, and the exhibits are well presented. Be careful around some of the displays though, there are small steps in front and when my daughter accidentally touched it, the alarm went off! The cafeteria and gift shop are currently under renovation, which was a bit disappointing, but overall it was still an awesome experience.

The museum is stunning, both from the outside and the inside. Definitely worth a visit. They have a large collection of Byzantine artifacts. Although I'm not usually a big fan of history, I found this museum genuinely interesting and you can feel how important it is for the Greek people. The ticket costs 8€, while the kids under 18 enter for free. The atmosphere is calm and peaceful, it wasn't overcrowded when we visited, so you can take your time and explore at your own pace. About an hour and a half is enough for the full visit.

An excellent collection excellently presented within an excellent facility. Middle Ages were not dark in the Eastern Roman Empire, which we call today Byzantium. Paintings, mosaics, decorated pottery, jewelry, and so much more display the light of a civilization whose refugees sparked the Renaissance. Truly, a wonderful experience for those who appreciate history and art. In a country so rich in archeological findings of ages ranging into the greatest depths of antiquity, such exhibits are often unduly overlooked.

Absolutely worth a visit. I think the ticket was €8, which you certainly can't complain about. It was very quiet when we visited, which probably lent the whole place some serenity. If you are in Thessaloniki and you have an hour or so to spare, I think it would be well spent here.

The space is good developed: the halls, the lights, the pieces of mosaic, tombstones, vases, examples of the unique history of Byzantine. If you have a time, it's better to take a guide tour, and not to be lost in the treasure of this museum.

Lovely collection. Really recommend visiting during the daytime when you can see the beauty of mosaics in the sunlight. Very friendly staff and comfortable layout of the exhibitions.

Amazing place to visit. Very well maintained and behind its wall you will discover a whole new world. The view to the town is also beautiful.

This is a large monastery dating to the 14th century and dedicated to Demetrius the patron of Thessaloniki. There’s a functional religious community here with regular services at the church. I attended the evening service which was enchanting with chanting, liturgy, prayer and a visit from a bishop or the like. The church appears to built on the site of older caves with fresco art. The icons inside are lovely as is the cosy yet dignified atmosphere. Photos are not normally allowed inside but I was permitted to get a shot of the brown Madonna. Notice also the Metamorphosis (Transfiguration) art at the outer gate, an illustration from the gospels with Jesus surrounded by Moses and Elijah. Three disciples, Peter, James, and John, look on at this visionary scene on the mountain. Demetrius is also pictured. When I visited the church and gift store were open but the other buildings were closed. The gift shop has some nice hand-painted icons at reasonable prices.

The hike to and from the Monastery from the seafront is quite steep and on slightly road. We took bus number 23 near our hotel to the Heptapyrgion, walked to the Triangle Tower and made our way to the Monastery. The 60/80 cents single journey was well worth it & quite interesting... the bus made its way through steep & narrow residential roads with parked cars and negotiated the narrowest of bends & corners before arriving at our destination. The views at the Monastery and Triangle Tower are well worth the visit.

Extremely well-kept, such a beautiful place. Very quiet, peaceful and serene. Astonishing it has been in existence so long and still so pristine. Quite a small monastery but worth visiting along with all the other sites in the near vicinity. 5 mins walk from the Triangle Tower and close to the city walls so not to miss if you're visiting those.

A small and cozy monastery in the heart of the old town, an unpretentious little church where you find solitude and peace. The view is more than impressive! Don't miss a visit if you are in Thessaloniki Ano Poli :)

This place is magical. The garden is delicately arranged, the birdcage is impressive with the white peacocks, and the little church is really special. You can tell that it’s an active monastery and monks are taking care of it.

Although the place is nice, full of history and a religious site, the people who work on it totally destroys the experience. The guy in the store was rude, impolite, dry, unpleasant.. he was in the phone and couldn't be bothered by a lady needing info to buy some stuff.. even the lady cleaning the restroom was so rude that was unbelievable.. she didn't allow my wife to use the restroom and told her to wait ten minutes for the restroom "to rest" after she cleaned it.. then the rude guy from the store just entered, no problem.... She told us to go to some cafe.. how come people like this work in a religious site.

Nice walkway, but be careful with little children,there is no handrail. We counted 20+ electric scooters in the water. There are many water fountains along the way. Also the trip with pirate ship is quite cheap.

Taking a walk down the long promenade and letting your mind wander is the only thing consistently worth doing in Thessaloniki.

From there, we took a short walk to the Thessaloniki Waterfront. HS Velos, a WW2 destroyer can be found along the wharf here. Nearby, there’s a restaurant called Limani Maritime Museum and Restaurant where many people were just having their coffee and enjoying the sunshine as it was yet another beautiful day today... For the full details of our 5 months RTW (Round The World) trip, visit 2bearbear today!

Unlike many waterfronts in Western Europe, this is essentially a park and pedestrian area (with a bicycle lane) and a few refreshment shops. We visited in late April and it felt a bit bare, but also relaxing compared to the restlessness of the rest of the city.

One of the most beautiful promenade that I have visited. Many locals live in thessaloniki just for the waterfront promenade. Happy crowds of all ages during the day. Peaceful with many amateur performers at night. Not enough words to describe this amazing place. Just visit it.

Beautiful waterfront, and there is a walkway along the shores, so you can enjoy the nice breeze while you're walking and the sunset time.

Great for an evening stoll or dinner. Also great views of the sunset over the harbour / port

​A truly moving and important experience. The Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki is an essential stop for anyone visiting the city. It tells the fascinating and tragic story of the Jewish community, from its rich history and vibrant culture to its devastating end during the Holocaust. The exhibits are incredibly well-documented and provide a deep and meaningful insight. ​The staff are also wonderful - knowledgeable, kind, and clearly passionate about preserving this vital memory. ​My only suggestion, which I offer with great respect, is to consider updating some of the exhibits. A more modern and interactive presentation could make the museum even more accessible and engaging for a wider audience, especially for children and younger visitors. This would help ensure this powerful history continues to resonate for generations to come. ​Thank you for preserving this critical part of Thessaloniki's story.

Truly Special place portraying the story of the Jewish community and its history in the saloniki. A must visit for every Jew and people who are interested in history

More security guards than visitors at the entrance. Window into the once large and vibrant but now lost Jewish community. The museum is small and could tell us more.

A unique and important place, definitely worth a visit. It commemorates the tragic fate of Greek Jews, especially those from the German Occupation Zone. It also does great job in telling the brief history of the city (much better than the White Tower for instance.) On the other hand, it feels cramped and chaotic, the key Holocaust Room is perhaps the smallest, different exhibitions appear to be mixed together, and the building has some ridiculous protection (which makes it hard to find the entrance.) Still - go there.

Thessaloniki was a city with Jewish majority. The museum is telling a story of the local Jews. The ticket also includes two local synagogues. Recommended for history lovers. It also has a store with book selection.

A truly wonderful museum; well layed out and respectful for those who died. It tells the story of the Thessaloniki Jewish community in tandem with the development of the city. All the exhibits are carefully labelled in several languages with Q codes for more explanation. The staff are friendly and helpful. A must for anyone interested in the Jewish side of this lovely city

This is a fossilised museum, entirely disconnected from the city and its community. When I mentioned that my local guide the previous day had mistakenly said the Jews had “moved” rather than acknowledging that they had been annihilated, the museum staff could only fume about antisemitism and pushed for his details. When I pressed the point this morning as a potential teachable moment, they remained wedded to their sense of victimhood. I doubt that young people will recognise themselves in an exhibition that fails to make the past tangible or meet visitors where they are. I am passionate about history, but this did nothing to feed that fire.

Panagia Chalkeon is a small church in the center of Thessaloniki. It is a 10th-century Byzantine Orthodox church. Unfortunately, it is still under restoration, so it is not possible to visit the interior. I was only able to take a few photos of the exterior. The park outside is lovely.

Nice little church in the city, still under renovation when I visited.

Great chirch of Holl Mary. Byzantine church

Beautiful church and gardens are still under restoration and seems far from complete in June 2025. Recommend not making a special trip to see this church.

Old wonderful presence of the saintity in one of the most famous city of Macedonia.

Write now under construction, cant wait to see it after

It's a nice building with a very creative garden.

Interesting exhibits, a museum that should be visited if you are in Thessaloniki. Friendly people who work in the museum. For every recommendation!

It's impressive. There is a good permanent collection with some pieces of Niki Saint Phalle and Takis. But also contemporary Greek artists. A great expo of Marianna Ignataki blew my mind. The reception was pretty good.

MOMus is an incredible modern art museum with various artists and sculptures. It is a cozy museum that requires all your precious time! 🩷

I wanted to visit this museum because it's the best art museum in Thessaloniki. However, I must say that I didn't find any historical integrity or meaningful arrangement in the museum's permanent collection. I understand that the museum is organized with contributions from collectors, but I think the curation needs to be improved to better understand Thessaloniki and contemporary Greek art. Still, I enjoyed it, and the staff was very attentive.

We were in the small part of the museum close to Aristotelous Square, next to the old port. They have nicely revitalizes the area with museums and restaurants. As we were visiting Thessaloniki, the MOMus happened to have an exhibition of Frida Kahlo’s photographs. That was lucky! The exhibition was beautiful! The small museum is very nice inside, small and not overwhelming, personnel very attentive. Recommended!

A nice selection of contemporary Greek art with a mixture of permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. The museum looks a little tired and the curation of some of the permanent collection was curious - some interesting bronze sculptures that would of been nice to see in the round but were crammed into a corner in front of drawings. The staff were very friendly and the admission price was very reasonable. A great selection of books in the shop and excellent sandwiches and toasties in the cafe. A quiet place with plenty of room to sit and relax if you want to escape the heat.

Fascinating! One of the best places in Thessaloniki. I wasn't a big fan of contemporary art but the museum impressed me and was very interesting. The prices in July 2023 were: 4€ adult, 2€ students, free of charge for disabled and kids. Getting to the place is a bit complicated but you have to follow the arrows. Highly recommended ⭐

Absolutely amazing! Makedonia Palace is one of the most impressive hotels I’ve ever stayed in. From the moment you walk in, you feel a sense of luxury and calm. The interior is stylish, everything is spotless, and the service is truly exceptional. My room was modern, spacious, and extremely clean. But the real highlight was the balcony with a direct sea view. Watching the sunset over the water every evening was simply magical – an unforgettable experience! The breakfast buffet was perfekt: huge variety, everything fresh and high quality. The pool area and the hotel restaurant were also fantastic. The location is perfect right on the waterfront promenade, yet only a short walk from the city center. In short: this hotel is simply next-level. I will definitely come back and highly recommend it to anyone visiting Thessaloniki!

It doesn't get any better. The room view is wonderful; accommodations 1st class. Staff very pleasant, professionalism. Dinner at this hotel was a wonderful experience. From servers to chef's everything was better than expected. Flavor of our food was executed masterfully. A great treat.

Amazing hotel, the breakfast is absolutely unreal and unlike I've ever seen with a full spread of local products/foods. Pool is great. Location is close to several shops, bakeries, restaurants, etc. Would come back again and again!

I had an unforgettable stay!The service was truly top-notch, with incredible attention to detail from start to finish. They were warm, professional, and went above and beyond to make me feel welcome! The entire team made my visit feel both fancy and elegant. I can’t wait to return!

I was there for the conference only, lobby area. That part looks fine also terrace at the seaside. The location is quite well, 10min from the main square.

The hotel is both elegant and well maintained. The staff consistently demonstrated friendliness and a commitment to exceptional service. The buffet breakfast was excellent, offering a variety of options. It’s about 20 minutes walk to the main city centre. I highly recommend this hotel.

I stayed at the Makedonia Palace Hotel, and it exceeded all expectations. Located right on the waterfront with sweeping views of the Thermaikos Gulf, it truly embodies luxury and elegance. The rooms are spacious, impeccably clean, and beautifully appointed, complemented by modern amenities and the most comfortable beds. The staff delivers exceptional, friendly service, ensuring every guest feels genuinely cared for. I particularly enjoyed the excellent breakfast, the relaxing pool area, and the serene spa facilities—including a hammam that felt like a true oasis. Perfectly positioned a short walk from the city center, this property seamlessly combines comfort, luxury, and convenience—this stay was truly unforgettable.

Beautiful. This is one of the most important Byzantine Orthodox churches in Thessaloniki and is certainly worth a visit. The church is decorated with golden frescoes dating from the 8th to 9th centuries. It is still a working church so be respectful and also be careful of the dress code,

Historically and religiously significant monumental architecture in heart of Thessaloniki with richly painted icons. The church was a mosque from the 14th to 20th centuries and even the Christian style seems to incorporate Islamic themes in an intriguing way. The chandelier inside is a trace of the decor of a faded age. The art in the dome portraying the theotokos and the risen Christ are passionate and humble at once.

The Hagia Sophia is one of the most important Byzantine Orthodox churches in Thessaloniki. Unfortunately, we visited in the late afternoon and all the lights were off, so the photos I took are quite dark. That said, the church is richly decorated with brightly colored and golden frescoes dating from the eighth to ninth centuries. For a small donation of a few euros, a small booklet in English is available containing historical information about the church and the works it contains. Religious services are still held in this church. Be careful with your dress code; I haven't seen an explicit code, but I would avoid ripped pants, skimpy clothing, or shirts with disrespectful writings or images.

The Hagia Sophia is one of the most important Byzantine Orthodox churches in Thessaloniki. That's why it's a must to see if you visit the city. The church is richly decorated with brightly colored and golden frescoes dating from the eighth to ninth centuries.

While Santorini is famed for its whitewashed houses and blue-domed chapels overlooking the caldera, the Hagia Sophia Cathedral stands out as one of the island’s most serene and spiritually moving landmarks. Nestled away from the main tourist buzz of Fira and Oia, this cathedral offers a quiet escape where architecture, history, and faith beautifully converge. From the moment you approach it, the Aegean-blue dome contrasting against the blinding white façade immediately captures your attention. The exterior architecture reflects the island’s classic Cycladic style, yet the cathedral also bears the graceful influence of Byzantine tradition — reminiscent of the grand Hagia Sophia of Constantinople, though on a much more intimate and local scale. Inside, the ambiance is deeply peaceful. The frescoes and icons are remarkably well-preserved, radiating a sense of timeless devotion. Sunlight filters through small arched windows, softly illuminating the golden details of the iconostasis — a perfect setting for quiet contemplation or photography that captures more than just beauty; it captures emotion. What truly makes Hagia Sophia Cathedral special, however, is its lack of commercialization. Unlike many over-touristed spots in Santorini, this site feels authentic and spiritual. The gentle ringing of church bells and the fragrance of incense remind visitors that this isn’t just a monument — it’s a living place of worship.

One of the oldest churches standing, dating from the 7th century! Outstanding Byzantine art and architecture, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site - a must visit when in Thessaloniki For more travel tips insta mrsivyhyde

Although the church is now freestanding at the center of a city block, in the Middle Ages it was surrounded by buildings, including the putative remains of the medieval episcopal residence to the north - interesting lovely place.

Although currently under restoration, The place is almost holly for most of the Turks. We feel lucky to have a such a great leader who still enlights us with his wisdom and ethics after nearly a century after his lifetime. A true world leader and inspiring visioner. RIP.🇹🇷. And heartful thanks to our Greek friends protecting his birth place in beautiful Thessaloniki ❤️🇬🇷.

The house is under renovation for an unspecified period. Please, so as not to be left in despair, everyone should check before visiting.

The Atatürk House Museum in Thessaloniki, the birthplace of our Republic’s founder, Gazi Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, is a sacred place that deeply reflects his determination and vision. Adorned with traces of the Ottoman era, the museum beautifully showcases the past and the legacy Atatürk left for future generations. Visiting this site allows you to truly feel both Atatürk’s extraordinary leadership and the profound love for the homeland.

A deeply meaningful and emotional place to visit. This is the birthplace of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk — the founder of modern Türkiye. Unfortunately, the museum was under renovation during our visit, so we could only see it from the outside. Still, standing in front of this historic house felt powerful and moving. You can truly feel the spirit of a leader who changed the destiny of a nation. A must-see landmark for anyone who respects history, freedom, and progress. 🇹🇷

We came with a big hope that construction has finished but ir isn’t. So sad to not visiting this precious place.

Wonderfully restaurated and interestingly worked up

It is the house where our ancestor was born and lived until he was 13-14 years old. The pomegranate tree in the garden was planted by his father Ali Riza Bey and Ataturk used to play under it as a child. Even touching that tree made me feel very beautiful. The part that impressed me the most is that after visiting the first two floors, when you go up to the last floor, as soon as you raise your head at the end of the stairs, you are faced with the wax statue of Ataturk in the opposite room, which seriously gives you goosebumps. It is open between 10:00-17:00 except Mondays, so if you are ever in Thessaloniki, you should definitely go and see it.

A beautiful and unique landmark by the sea. The installation is very impressive and a great spot for photos, especially at sunset. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Thessaloniki.

Pretty cool - and a good 'spot for a photo opportunity. The artwork itself is very clever and certainly worthy of a look. Quite a unique landmark when walking along the waterside promenade. Definitely worth a visit if you are in Thessaloniki.

The Umbrellas of Zongolopoulos is a famous public art installation by Greek sculptor George Zongolopoulos. Created in the 1990s, this elegant and minimalist sculpture features tall, slender poles topped with open umbrellas, often arranged in groups. The work symbolizes shelter, protection, and the poetic relationship between everyday objects and the environment. Installed in various locations across Greece and internationally, the Umbrellas have become iconic for their graceful simplicity and ability to transform public spaces into places of reflection and beauty.

Amazing to see day or night. At night, there are lights that shine from the bottom up.

Pretty cool landmark on the waterfront. Worth the visit and a perfect opportunity for taking photos. You haven't been to Thessaloniki if you didn't take a picture here 😀

Very nice square; I felt wonderful for being there.

Beautiful. Best to visit at night to see the beauty!

Byzantine church built on top of a Roman bath, the remnants of which can still be seen. Lovely mosaics. We visited mid morning and we had the church to ourselves.

One of the most beautiful Orthodox Churches in Greece ☦️🇬🇷 I highly suggest you pay it a visit with a tour guide, to learn about its rich history associated with Thessaloniki, the Byzantine Empire and Constantinople.

Wonderful, was lucky enough to hear the choir chanting when I visited

A beautiful church with beautiful frescos and icons. A very peaceful and contemplative place. There are glass panels on the floor which show tile work from earlier Roman buildings on which the church was built.

One of the most important and the oldest (build in 5th century) orthodox churches in Thessaloniki with long and important history from Byzantio years throug the ottomans until today. Beautiful and marvelous environment with very interesting architecture and materials used for creating this church. Protected by UNESCO!

One of the most beautiful and the oldest Byzantine churche in Thessaloniki. Before your visit to Agia Sofia which is a 5 minute walk it is recommended a visit to this church is a must. No other church has this excuisit columns or the floor moseic. Small café and quiet neighborhood. It is definitely recommended.

Marvelous artwork (masonry, woodwork, historic paintings, 4th century mosaics) inside. Highly recommend!

We love the sights and sounds of the market 🙂 You can get souvenirs like olives, cheeses, olive oil, sweets, olive oil soap, Greek delight in different flavours, Greek cookies & biscuits, herbs and spices - pre packed with a wooden spoon, in a test tube bottle or "smell before you buy" and much, much more. There is something for everyone in this market but it pays to shop around. The olive oil soap I saw in the 2nd and subsequent stalls cost only 75% of what I paid for.

Fresh fish, vegetables and fruits. Great choice of marinated olives. The smell is so good. And people are so nice. Cash and cards accepted

A true Greek experience. Is a must place to visit and it will help you to understand the complicated and fantastic history of Thessaloniki and the environment which made from this city an amazing experience.

Kapani Market is Thessaloniki's oldest open-air market, located in the city center near Aristotelous Square. With a lively atmosphere, the market is a hub for fresh food, spices, and traditional Greek products, alongside various shops and eateries. My photos don't do it justice. Go.

The traditional market in Thessaloniki. Must to see if you love food market. And you can also have lunch near #tsoumitsou a traditional tavern maybe the best we try î Thessaloniki.

Hmmm - pretty good - so long as you are prepared for the 'Hussle and Bussle' and the array of market smells. A true Greek experience. Quite good to visit.

Great market with beautiful stalls with fish, vegetables, meat and a large variety of nonfood stuff. Highly recommended! Keep in mind that although the market is "open" until 21:00, basically all stalls are closed in the evening.

A beautiful church that is very visited by believers, which gives a special impression.

A beautiful Byzantine church with an Eastern Orthodox style and UNESCO title. It is nearly empty without any tourists. Perfect for those who would like to explore it in peace or pray. There is a café and a restaurant next to it. Watch out for a few pet dogs!

Amazing old church located next to the old city walls and inside the church you can still see some artwork and murals from the 14th century. Not one of the more popular churches to visit in Thessaloniki but still impressive.

The Church is a maravellous imperial Paleologian unicum outside Kpolis. Amazing mosaics inside and on the north apsis fresco depicting the Xmas Hymn to the Theotokos. Remind Cora Kilise and Pammakaristos. We casually found it open on Sunday 18.40, after a baptism celebration. Wonderful mansory outside, absolute beauty inside.

This is an interesting and light-filled church that dates back to the early 14th century. It is thought that it was the main chapel of a much larger monastery, the rest of which has long since disappeared. It was built in a cruciform shape with one large central dome and four smaller domes, one in each corner. It has a lobby area which has two walkways with galleries, stretching down either side of the internal space of the church. There are stunning mosaics on the upper walls below the dome. These are considered to be of great importance as they are very late Byzantine era and were done not too long before the fall of Thessaloniki to the Ottomans. As was the fate of many of the city's other churches, the Turks turned the church into a mosque and named it the Mosque of the Cold Water, presumably due to the presence of water cisterns on the monastery site - you can still see their remains today, slightly uphill to the northwest of the church. Beside the church you will see long sections of the old west walls of the city, built in Byzantine times.

One of many churches in Thessaloniki but one of most beautiful ... maybe its not the big one but its definitely worth a visit :-) ... And one more thing , Vardaris ( the part of the city where this church is located ) is one of prettiest parts of the town !!!

I was very warm welcomed in this church by the priest and the attendants as a orthodox brother and I am very thankful for that wonderful experience. Best greetings to pater Theophilos from orthodox serb from Bosnia.

Beautiful church with wonderful Byzantine murals. Free to enter and no one stopped us from taking photos. First stop on a wonderful free walking tour of Thessaloniki.

The Church of Prophet Elijah is a small and historic church located in Thessaloniki, Greece. It is a beautiful example of Byzantine architecture, and it is worth visiting for its history and its atmosphere. The church was built in the 14th century, and it was originally dedicated to Christ. It was converted into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of Thessaloniki in 1430, but it was restored to a church after the Greek War of Independence in 1821. The interior of the church is small and simple, but it is beautifully decorated. The walls are covered with frescoes, and the ceiling is decorated with a mosaic. The keeper of the church is very friendly and knowledgeable. He was happy to answer my questions about the church and its history, and he also recommended a walk through the old town that I really enjoyed. I would definitely recommend visiting the Church of Prophet Elijah if you are in Thessaloniki. It is a great place to learn about the history of the city and to experience Byzantine architecture.

In Ottoman times, it was known as the Saraylı Mosque (Palace Mosque or Court Mosque), and through a misinterpretation of this name came about its modern dedication to the Prophet Elijah. It has been traditionally identified as the katholikon of the Nea Moni monastery, built ca. 1360–1370 on the site of a former palace destroyed in 1342 by the Zealot uprising.

It’s closed during the week. Maybe on Sunday morning is open. There is a garden around so you can rest with shadow. Spot to seat. The church is beautiful outside and it’s a must if you are going until the upon town.

This church is impressive more due its architecture structure than any mosaic or fresco. There are a few surviving frescoes inside but most have been defaced.

The church is of an architectural type unique for Thessaloniki, since it combines elements of the Palaiologan churches of Constantinople with characteristics of katholika on Mt. Athos. Its preserved frescos date to 1360 - 1370.

One of the oldest temples of Thessaloniki. Unfortunately since it was destroyed by fire and earthquakes there are not much to see except the architecture, which is a very typical example of the temples of its time. I would recommend to walk through here in your visit to the churches of the city, light a candle and continue your way.

This museum has an excellently curated collection of Russian avant-garde. Eye-opening and often surprising. A must-see!

Highly recommended. I visited the exhibition about the work of Solomon Nikritin. It was thorough and extremely interesting and inspiring. I spent hours there!

The subject of the Costakis collection is the avant-garde art of Russia and the early Sovjet Union. The current exhibition is "50+1 Stories from the Costakis Collection". It has pieces from the collection coupled with parts of the diaries of Costakis and is very interesting. All the pieces are very good presented and there is a lot to read. So much to read, that a bought the catalog to read everything later at home. It is from 8 june till 12 november 2023.

Europe's largest collection of Russian Avant garde art (outside Russia). It's small, but well curated, well maintained. A wonderful way to spend a couple of hours for any modern art enthusiasts.

Very disappointed that the special exhibition took over the entire museum. None of the big names of the Russian Avante Guard were on view. And their website doesn’t tell you A waste of time and money. April 2025

A good museum of contemporary art. Hosts temporary exhibitions and the great Kostakis collection of Russian avant guard. One of the biggest collections of the kind. When visited (1/2018) hosted the 6th bienalle.

Beautiful art collection with a powerful message. Very well historical explanation. You uderstand the context and art.

Pasha’s Gardens is a quirky, hidden spot in Ano Poli with stone arches and park soace. It’s small but full of mystery—like stumbling into a forgotten fairytale corner of Thessaloniki. Well worth a quick visit if you’re nearby.

I came here according the suggestions and there was a bit ruins but not too much. It was nice experience because this ruins coming from Ottoman Empire but nowadays many people just came here and walk with their pets as I understand. Not very special

There are some ruins which may once were worth a visit. Now the place is full of trash, demolished and the ruins smell like a public toilett. The only thing not totally dry were the trees. From "Pasha Gardens" I would have expected at least some flowers, water and some cozy spots to stay.

Intriguing structures tho little information provided

It's looking good and the green trees will make you feel better and the environment it's awesome. Love to go back again

One of the best places i had the chance to visit. It's huge and you can do so many things as gathering with friends, picnic, chill with your dog or even exercise. I loved the view as you can see a pig part of Thessaloniki as well as the sunset. Also one more good thing is that kastra of Thessaloniki are really close like 5-7 minutes walking.

A beautiful small park. Only if it was kept a bit cleaner... Leads straight to the graveyard, which is awkward, but still... There are some fake structures for decoration. Quite nice.

Nice port. You can see the White Tower and Arch of Gallerius. Walking distance to both. No need for a tour here. There’s a waterfront promenade with bars, restaurants and shoppes. You must try a local bougatsa. A sweet or savory pastry…try one of each … you won’t be sorry.

At Thessaloniki port there are so many bars restaurants pubs, well, you have a lot of choice and you can still do small boat Especially when the sun goes down, it's almost a You can really see the sun go down on the horizon. You can shoot really cool pictures and videos of it there, definitely recommended.

Wonderful place from which you have an outstanding view of the White Tower and Boulevard Nikis. I was lucky to see a ship from the second world war. It was an amazing moment with soldiers and lots of people. Every day in this city is just a bless.

The port of Thessaloniki is a beautiful place to take a walk. We took a long walk from the White Tower all the way to the Music Hall and seeing the sunset while we walked was something out of a romantic story. I would recommend doing it and also stopping and eating at one of the many restaurants/cafes on the long seaside.

Great place amazing view

Opem air parking place, easiest one to find a parking spot near the seaside/center

Poorly organised but working surprisingly well. (Missing indicators)

Absolutely superb from check in to breakfast. Rooms are well appointed and spacious. All staff were very helpful and friendly. Excellent gym , sauna and spa service. Room service attentive Roof top restaurant and bar worth a visit. Daily transfer to CBD complimentary , check schedule at front desk changes daily All in all a very pleasant experience in this quality Hotel. Couldn't fault anyone or anything. Highly recommend.

Exceptional stay at The Met Hotel! Impeccable service from start to finish — warm and professional front desk, friendly restaurant and pool staff, and spotless rooms. The breakfast was absolutely delicious. Huge thanks to Nikos at the front desk for helping us immediately when we left cash in the room safe — he handled it with true professionalism. This hotel offers top-tier comfort, care, and style. Highly recommended!

What can I say? I booked the day of rest where you can have a massage package and enjoy the gym, hammam, pool and rooftop bar. It was the best day I have had in Thessaloniki. The service was top tier, the attendant at the desk-George, was incredibly attentive and anticipated every single detail, and the other guests enjoying the area were respectful and only engaged after asking me if I wanted to talk. The rooftop bar had a beautiful view, and the two ladies behind the bar were lovely and very professional. You can enjoy yourself for the full day and the massage includes a facial. If you book the massage, the 30 minute massage is the style where your neck and back are manipulated or "cracked," so that's something to bring up if you are not used to that specific massage. The masseuse was efficient and professional, assertive and knew how to read the room. I didn't have one bad experience with any of the staff, the guests or the facilities. The only thing I would like to have done was to try the gym, but after the rooftop, food and sun, I went back to the downstairs pool for a swim and then had to tap out. All in all, if you need a day of rest, come to the MET. It's a whole reset.

Without question the worst service I’ve ever had. When I was greeted last night the man who helped get me set up at my room was fantastic. But the next morning was abhorrent. There were cleaners outside my room for 5 hours and the woman at reception couldn’t speak a word of English so was unable to communicate with her at all. Also extremely discriminatory. But that’s expected at a place like this. EDIT: I shall reply to your comment under this as I don’t want to get into a back and forth under email. I was told the night before I could check out at 1PM. That wasn’t a gesture of goodwill, I was told a late check out was at my disposal so I used it. Also, the receptionist could not speak English. All she understood was the money I handed her. Every time I spoke she kept in saying, “sorry?”. She didn’t understand anything I was saying. Was unable to communicate with her my situation in the appropriate manner. I’ve also edited the location to a one star because trying to walk around that area is an atrocity. And in addition my room was 226, the cleaners were outside it all morning. Was unable to do a morning meditation because they were so loud.

I originally booked a regular room, which turned out to be smaller than expected – partly my own oversight. After raising this with management, they were quick to offer me an upgrade, which made a big difference to my stay. The staff were very attentive and eager to ensure a pleasant experience.

The room was perfect, had everything we needed ( Executive Suite ), clean. The rooftop pool is great with a good view on the city from a far. Breakfast was very good. Staff is of the charts, best of the best. Inside pool was also nice, just not a lot of space. They have fast wifi. They also provide a free shuttle to the city, yes i would also change the hours to be later as well, but in the end 6-7 eur taxi won’t hurt anyone from the city to the hotel. Its in a quiet place, and rooms are also soundproof. Nearby is a small market that works most of the time (5min walk ). We enjoyed our stay a lot. The only donwnside was the area it is in. There isn’t much to do. If you want your peace we totally recommend it.

I came expecting a five star experience. Unfortunately this falls way below the mark. Where to begin. The rooms feel very tired and outdated. The lighting is very low and dim, even in the bathroom. The finish and details are nowhere near five star. Old TV, no coffee machine in the room (it’s 2025 and a small coffee machine costs €50), ridiculous water faucets from the 1980’s (one for hot water, one for cold) with a modern design, NO proper shower!!!!!, tiny rooms, antique key system that takes you back to the 90’s, to name a few. I have stayed in rented apartments that were way above and beyond what this so called five star hotel offers in terms of comfort and convenience at half the price or less. I can compare this to an Ibis hotel or a Holiday Inn. The rooftop pool and bar close at 6… in the summer. 5 umbrellas for a whole hotel. In 37 degree heat. The surroundings are docks, warehouses and a very noisy road. Forget about walking to the center. It is a challenge and doesn’t feel safe at night. I will definitely NOT be returning, and I would definitely NOT have written this review if the hotel was actually 5 stars. The reason I wrote this is that the expectation and price do NOT justify the experience and it’s frankly a misleading advertisement.

Large open space with ancient roman ruins and a park attached. We only passed through fairly quickly but it was great to see a bit more of Thessaloniki's history. The park was lovely too, there's a church set inside some beautiful gardens, fenced off when we went past but very nice to look at.

Unfortunately, ancient treasures are under State's responsibilities, and as usually happens in this country, this State is totally incapable to handle it. Museums and places of archeological interest, are abandoned in the hands of the (communistic ideology) workers'Unions. The results? Very few hours open for the public, very often completely closed because of strikes, and in general most places look abandoned...Very sad image 😞

Nice place to spend 5-10 minutes and short brake during a walk trip

Closed!

A lot has happened before the world became what it is today, our history is what makes us who we are today, a place to be, full of life and history.

So far it's nothing but a by-pass view, but it'll probably grow to be a good piece of historical site.

Lovely to step back in time and to see the excavations

Nice open air museum to see. You can see hear the remnants of Galerius palace, basilica, cisterns, roman baths and hippodrome. There are mamy educational boards along the way in English and Greek. To see and read all educational boards you need about 1,5 hour. In the ticket price you have also agora museum (you can visit it the next day as well on the same ticket). To visit both sites (and reading all the educational boards in both places) we needed about 5 hours including a break in a café. Unfortunately the mosaics are hidden under the cloth and dirt, maybe it will be shown in the future, when they will have enough budget to adjust it for tourists and prevent from being damaged. Also a nice mosaic with the dolphin, which you could have seen by the glass in the past is totally covered in bushes and you cannot see it at all now...

I didn’t know it can be visited inside, you see the ruins from the street anyway. I assume you can buy tickets and walk around the ruins if you want. The palace looks in pretty good shape if you ask me. The remains of the walls have a nice aspect. I cannot confirm details about the access because I didn’t enter.

How could anyone leave anything less than 5 stars for these amazing Roman ruins. Talk about some petty folk complaining about some petty things . Absolutely stunning city and this walkway is insanely beautiful

Worth a visit if you've already been to the Forum Museum, because that ticket will get you admission into the Palace too. It's in an okay-ish state as far as Roman ruins go. The mosaics are barely visible in some places and much of the Palace is now built upon. If you don't want to, you don't have to buy tickets, as everything is well visible from the streets. But it's nice to walk around the place.

Must see. Thessaloniki boasts of many such places, where ancient history meets modern architecture. Amazing!

A very impressive and awe inspiring monument of the vila of Galerius. Situated in the center of the city it's a vibrant hot spot for the citizens to take a nice noon and afternoon walk accompanied by a cool beverage or snack among the ruins. A great and unique feeling which isn't easy to be found elsewhere

Nice ruins to walk around and it is in the middle of a busy shopping street. Worth visiting when in Thessaloniki!

Do NOT stay here unless you enjoy drug dealing, paper-thin walls, and the police showing up during your vacation. That’s exactly what happened during my stay a full-on scene that ended with law enforcement being called. And honestly? I wasn’t even surprised. The noise levels are unbearable. You can hear everything arguments, random footsteps, even people outside shouting at 3 AM. Zero soundproofing, zero peace. But the worst part? The area (and quite possibly the property itself) is crawling with drug activity. You can feel it in the air sketchy people coming and going, weird behavior, and an overwhelming sense of danger. This place should not be listed for rent. It’s a disgrace and a complete violation of basic safety standards. Staying here was not just uncomfortable it was disturbing and unacceptable. Avoid it like the plague.

Amazing place with everything you need and would like to have! At least for me;) What a lovely welcome by midnight, super helpful staff, comfy bed, super clean and comforting environment, yummy breakfast with selection, beautiful common space with terrace and garden, best central location with sights directly around and still quiet, very aesthetic style,… could go on forever - thanks for creating this space ✨🙏🫶

Amazing Hostel, super cozy and I really love the garden and their cute interior. Would always come back to stay. The location is the best and you always meet interesting people for a chat. Thank you 🩷🦋

Exceeded all expectations. Staff were extraordinarily helpful, room was perfect, ambiance was cozy. Can’t think of a better place to experience Thessaloniki.

The price was good, bathroom and bedroom was clean, the shower needed a bit more cleaning. The staff was very polite, the location is very good being within walking distance of most points of interest in the city

The breakfast is okay, nice. The central location is good, but room cleaning needs to be improved.

Extremely convenient location: right next to one of the city's main arteries - Egnatia (Εγνατία) - close to Rotonda, airport bus, metro, coast etc. The lovely and friendly staff at the reception and in the bar/café. After check-out, you can leave your luggage at the reception for free until the evening, or sit in the hostel's café garden, order something from the bar (good prices!) or just surf the Internet. The room has a fridge, air conditioning and TV.

An interesting and economical sight with exhibits about cinema in Greece.

Very intersting museum about greek films since the beginnig of cinema. Settled on the old harbour Entrance 7€. Before or after you can have a drink or meal at a bar with a beatiful view on Thessaloniki bay.

A very good effort and probably the only museum of its kind at Greece. Although needs a better museology and much better narrative. Other than that ..... enjoy.

The Thessaloniki cinema museum is located at the port of the city in the A pier. In the pictures you can see the hourly schedule of the museum and in front of it.

Lovely little set up chronicling the history of Greek cinema. Surprisingly, there’s a lot to do given the small space the collection is housed in, while it’s location next to the photography gallery and contemporary art space (not to mention the Kitchen bar) make it a good destination for a day out.

It is impossible for me to ignore it when I hear some city has a cinema museum. This museum is definitely worth a shot, and the price is just €5 (or maybe even less, I don't remember!). However, the museum is overly technical. If you are not knowledgeable about either cinema history or Greek cinema, you'll get bored very quickly. This museum is a hidden gem if your job is cinema, or you have an interest in cinema - there are mainly old cameras and other tools. But if you're just an average person, make some research in andvance or you'll wander around and leave the museum in 15 minutes.

History of Greek cinema. It would be nice to know how long (minutes) the movie clips would last in total.

Nice walk along the sea front to it and fin place to take a photo. Not the most exciting artwork but a fun stop along the way while walking.

An amazing fountain known for it's great view towards the sea. Being right next to the sea, it is known as a great fountain to take pictures with the scenery behind it being the sea. It is highly recommended to visit and it is an amazing spot to be in, especially if you visit it in a time of the day that it is open, since unfortunately, it doesn't work twenty four seven.

Another nice-to-see when walking along the waterfront promenade. The fountain is pretty good - and the kids loved cooling off in its water.

I have visited thos place 9 years ago. Like this place. Lot of tourist. Big promenade next to.

Fountains by the sea, i recommend just walking along the sea, you’re gonna see enough beautiful architecture and other things in thessaloniki

Pretty view. Love the water feature too

Modern,simple and beautiful umbrella sculpture at the seaside. You should definitely see it during sunset.

This is the main church in Thessaloniki, where Saint Demetrius is buried. The architecture is excellent, and the temple is beautifully and richly decorated inside as well. There is no entrance fee. There is a souvenir shop inside and outside. There are often tourist tours.

One of the most important churches in Thessaloniki, dedicated to the city’s patron saint. The interior is beautiful, with impressive mosaics and a crypt that holds deep historical and spiritual significance. Entrance is free, and it’s a must-visit for anyone exploring the city

We visited on 26 of October, even we came quite early it was overcrowded, not surprising since almost all Thessaloniki was there, including us came from abroad! We highly recommend to visit it, but please come on the service days earlier in order to find a place... I also recommend a small shop at the right corner of the church, it has much spiritual attributes, ikons, crosses, and even books! I found all the books of St Paisios only 15 Eur per one, so is the first place I recommend to visit in Thessaloniki! We definitely plan to come back again 🇨🇾🫶🏻

Don’t be afraid to put your trainers on and walk — Thessaloniki is full of beautiful churches, and the Holy Church of Saint Demetrius is definitely one not to miss! The architecture is stunning, and the atmosphere inside feels so peaceful and full of history. You can easily spend some time just admiring the mosaics and details. It’s also free to enter, which makes it even better! If you’re exploring Thessaloniki, make sure to add this to your walking route — it’s a lovely stop that gives you a real sense of the city’s culture and spirituality. Instagram mrsivyhyde

The Church of Saint Demetrius, or Hagios Demetrios is the main sanctuary dedicated to Saint Demetrius, the patron saint of Thessaloniki. Since 1988, it has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List as a part of the site Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments of Thessaloniki. The first church on the spot was constructed in the early 4th century AD, replacing a Roman bath. A Repeatedly gutted by fires, the church eventually was reconstructed as a five-aisled basilica in 629–634. This was the surviving form of the church much as it is today. The most important shrine in the city, it was probably larger than the local cathedral. Thessaloniki became part of the Ottoman Empire in 1430. About 60 years later, during the reign of Bayezid II, the church was converted into a mosque, known as the Kasımiye Camii after the local Ottoman mayor, Cezeri Kasım Pasha. The symbolic tomb however was kept open for Christian veneration. It functioned as a mosque (1493–1912). It was converted again to a church in 1912.

The main church in Thessaloniki. Free of charge. Photos and videos are allowed. Possible to take a guide tour. Highly recommend to visit their catacombs. Impressive

While the icons themselves are unique and moving, what is truly remarkable is the beautiful scent surrounding them, despite the absence of flowers. I wonder if someone could identify this unique fragrance? It’s a very welcoming space, so please feel free to stop by!

Came here in early November recently on a cruise around Greece. Greece is just amazing, another ancient ruins in the middle of the city. Did not enter the site but walking on the roads around it is good enough to get an appreciation.

To be honest - it was a bit overrated, but still worth looking at if you are walking past. Apparently, the area was discovered in the last century. The Roman Agora post-dates the time off the Apostle Paul's visit, but not by much. We did not go in but simply walked around it to see the architecture ... that was enough

I wasn't able to tour the actual grounds at the moment of the visit,but the museum was still open. It did provide an interesting view into the city and its 2300 year long history of Roman, Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern civilization. The displays seem to be a bit of a haphazard order in the timeline, and some types of artifacts displayed would get repetitive (the Roman glass or the lamps all kept together). Otherwise very informative and the English blocks were typically easy to read.

Decided not to pay a whopping entrance fee when you can see the ruins clearly from outside. Also the website is confusing as to whether it’s even open. Gorgeous arches remain or have been restored.

Worth a visit if you're in the city. Didn't go to museum. Archaeology is very good but you can only view it from the road.

We walked all the way around the perimeter looking down on the site and you get very good views this way. We didn’t pay to go in so I can’t compare but it was worth walking to in order to see if from the outside as you can see lots.

Amazing archaeological site. Unfortunately it was closed for renovations, but we could still see it from the street, and also we could visit the museum, which was very interesting and worth it!

I found the War Museum of Thessaloniki to be a really interesting and moving experience. The museum does a great job covering Greece’s military history, especially from the Balkan Wars, World Wars, and the resistance during the Nazi occupation. There are lots of original uniforms, weapons, documents, and photographs that help you connect with the stories being told. And the entrance is only 4€. The building itself has a bit of a solemn atmosphere, which fits the theme well, and the staff were polite and helpful. I appreciated the English translations on most exhibits, though not everything was translated, which made some parts harder to follow. Overall, it’s a very educational and respectful museum. It’s not a huge place, but it offers a lot of insight in a short time. I’d recommend it to anyone interested in modern Greek history. 4 stars from me — worth visiting, but a bit more curation and updated presentation would make it even better.

A well-curated museum offering a thoughtful look into Greece’s military history, especially the Balkan Wars, World Wars, and the Civil War. Exhibits include uniforms, weapons, photographs, and detailed dioramas. Clear information in Greek and English makes it accessible to international visitors. The building itself is beautiful and historic. Some interactive or multimedia features would enhance the experience, but overall, it’s a meaningful and respectful place worth visiting.

The entrance is only 4€. Every room is with ac. There is enough too see for 2/3 hours, it’s kinda bad that the collection in -1 has no English translations. The War Museum of Thessaloniki offers a powerful look into Greece’s wartime past. The section “1940–41: How We Fought” stands out, vividly portraying the courage of Greek soldiers during the Greco-Italian War. Through authentic uniforms, weapons, and personal letters, the exhibit brings to life the harsh mountain battles and national resilience. A detailed map shows key operations. It’s a moving tribute to bravery, strategy, and unity in the face of overwhelming odds. There is an external area we’re some military equipment is shown (an Airplane, tanks, anti tank cannons etc.)

Great place to visit! History of Greece through the years, I found the WW2 displays very good and the outside vehicles.

The absolute best museum in Thessaloniki.two floors of monuments, amazing weapons, ship models, soldier mannequins, cannons, fighter planes, really nice exposition. I recommend at least two hours.entrance fee only four euros !

An interesting museum if slightly too patriotic rather than accurate. No wifi very few explanations in English which would have made the museum better. Pensioner discount only for EU citizens (not for British pensioners)

The War Museum of Thessaloniki was an excellent experience — very well organized, with rich historical exhibits and clear explanations. We appreciated how thoughtfully the museum presents Greece’s military history, making it both engaging and informative. The staff were exceptionally kind and helpful, which made the visit even more pleasant. A wonderful bonus was the coffee place inside, where we could sit down, relax, and reflect after exploring the exhibits. Highly recommended for anyone visiting Thessaloniki!

The museum was great!!! A lot of interesting stuff for kids and adults. My only problem was that on the car and the historical exhibits there was no text in English. It was very annoying to have to translate everything. We loved the planetarium too, but the quality was not the best. Had a great time nevertheless!

After following google maps it lead us up to a looks like front entrance . No signs on road by the turn from normal road , big car park ... THIS IS NOT THE MUSEUMS CAR PARK go to the side and follow down there is sign there big car park great view . Entrance at rear , ticket office about half way in building no sign at entrance But great place to bring family's and great for kids staff very friendly and helpfull cars rech stull info and greek history food is there with good cafe good toilets . The local council should fix road outside big pot holes

Amazing learning experience!!! We have watched the dinosaurs’ 3D program, we have visited the science playroom for kids and the car exhibition! My almost 7 years old wants to visit again and again! That tells it all! A truly learning experience and not just for kids!!!

A very good place to visit! Such a fun and interesting museum to spend time with your family. The exhibitions are engaging, the staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is great. Highly recommended for anyone who loves learning and exploring new things. Edit: I totally recommend that 3D movie where seats are moving and stuff. its super fun!!!

Lots of engaging activities for kids (even for my 4 year old). Very clean and all the people who work are polite. This is one if the things that modern Greeks should be be very proud for.

Noesis Technology is a really interesting place where you could go, even if you are an adult or if you have children’s, because there are places of interest for any age. There is a schedule with movies for Planetarium and Cinematography as well, the museum where there are 3 areas (one with the car’s exposition, one with the history art pieces and not only, of the country and the most important one is the interactive area. As well there is the simulator area for which you have to pay separately. You can spend here from 3 up to 6 hours and not having the chance to get bored. I highly recommend this place, and I recommend that you buy the ticket for the day and not separately because is more effective.

Amazing place for kids and adults. Classic cars exposition is very interesting. Interactive science exhibits are must. Ancient Greek science hall presents a history of inventions. Definitely must visit place in Thessaloniki.

The museum is quite small and feels incomplete. A lot of information is missing and I don’t think it paints the full picture - very cut short. Also it’s very male centered - almost nothing about women during that time besides clothing. Even if there was a woman pictured next to fighters she wasn’t named. If you don’t have previous history knowledge about the Macedonian struggle I wouldn’t suggest going there, as it leaves out quite big chunk of the history which makes the museum practically obsolete… All in all, only go there if you want to see artifacts and ornaments up close.

I think they can provide more detailed information through much better way. But dolls are looks real and interesting(even we don’t know who they are as information is insufficient in the museum). And atmosphere is little bit scary to children. My daughter(4yrs old) was being scary during the whole time in the museum. The light is deem and sound is scary…! But it was a good museum to show how Macedonian fight to suppression and fasist.

Compared to 5 other other museums in Thessaloniki and the region that we visited, we felt that this museum at €4 per head offered distinctly less for the its price. I came to understand the broad outlines of the how Macedonia became part of Greece, the same basic process that seems to happen every time that a multiethnic empire is replaced by nationalist nation states, but I didn’t really come to understand the controversies of the time, it didn’t really come to life. Though sometimes it may be better when history isn’t remembered too vividly. The different sides in the conflict, were both Christian, and at least on Greece’s side the church had an awful lot of influence, had some sort of centralized leadership; what prevented them from negotiating a solution that would have prevented the bloodletting? Perhaps it’s a fanciful idea, but in any event I left the museum feeling that I sort of understood what had happened but really not why the chips had fallen as they did.

Really interesting historical content. I was struck by the complexity of the Macedonian struggle and how in many respects the long standing issues are not fully resolved. The curator explained a bit to us about eh various viewpoints and I think a visit here is crucial to enjoying a longer stay in Thessaloniki as everything - the people, the food, the city all makes much more sense after the visit.

A niche museum of vital importance to the Greek nation . Macedonia was part of ancient Greece. Some interesting information about a conflict of great importance to both the Greek and Turkish nations

A nice, little museum very close to the centre of Thessaloniki, with very interesting exhibits, which present clearly the struggle of the Greek people of Macedonia, to unite with Greece. One of the most important parts of the museum can be located on its upper floor, where the story of the Manakia brothers is presented. The Greek pioneers of film-making, who were born in the Ottoman era, have long been claimed to be "North Macedonians". This is nonsense of course, because at their time Monastiri (now Bitola) was overwhelmingly resided by Greeks. The exhibition is also presenting a large selection of photographs, gifted by Leonidas Manakia (only son of the youngest Manakia, Miltos) to the Greek diplomatic mission in Skopje, at the height of the Greek-FYROM diplomatic conflict. The accompanying letter, which clearly state where the Manakia brothers felt they belonged, is also part of the exhibition. This is a place that is certainly worth visiting.

A must place to visit at Salonika, Macedonia, Greece, in order to come into contact with the struggle of Greeks against different Balkan tribes.

The shortest hop on hop off bus tour we've ever done. Nice view over the city. Strangely the restaurants/cafes near the castle only open at 5pm, but the last bus down the hill leaves at 6pm. The Catholic Church half way up (down in our case as we walked) is worth a visit. €32 for the short bus ride, plus €20, entrance fee to the ruins, for two is a tad expensive for what it is. Not something we'd do again, but if we did .. bus Nr 23. from town is only a couple of euros and stops by the castle walls. The bus stop is at El.Venicelou Rd, adjacent to the Holocaust museum. You will need tickets, there is a ticket counter on the corner. The bus drivers do not sell tickets. The stroll back down takes around 30 min. There are lots of bakery stores/cafes on the way down for lunch.

Fantastic - certainly worth the visit. We decided to walk up from the city center (up-hill and took about 45 minutes) but was definitely worth the effort. It is an old Bizantin Fortress from the medieval times; then transformed into a prison; and now a museum! It was a great place to learn about the history of Thessaloniki over the different eras. The exhibitions were quite interesting, and we had a good time exploring. And the panorama views from the walls are amazing.

We caught a local bus here. The view from the fortress/prison was good. While historically significant from Byzantine times and with later Ottoman additions, it is probably best know locally as a prison during the years of military dictatorship between 1967-74. The prison had a reputation as a torture facility. €10 entrance fee. No discounts for EU citizens.

A historic fort. We arrived at 6:30 pm on October 1st, 2025 and found the entrance closed. The entrance fee was 10 euros. Given the pictures we saw on Google Maps, we didn’t seem to miss much by paying 10 euros to go inside. So, we took some pictures from the outside and walked to the Triangle towers.

Along the ancient city walls in Thessaloniki’s Ano Poli district, you can spot small private houses known as Kastroplikta, built mostly by refugees who arrived after 1922. Many of these humble homes were constructed directly against the wall — some even using it as part of their structure. Today, around 150 of them remain, some still inhabited, others abandoned or in ruins. Many are now under preservation or restoration efforts, serving as quiet, living witnesses to the city’s layered history and the resilience of those who once built their lives in their shadow.

The Heptapyrgion was initially one of the top places to visit in Thessaloniki for me, but it turned out to be one of the biggest disappointments. Let's start from the beginning: it's part of an ancient fortress, which in itself is intriguing, but don't be fooled. You won't find any historical background or interesting information about the fortress here. Just a sightseeing tour. When I read people's comments about everything being closed, I thought, "They just haven't figured it out, unlike me." Well, they haven't fully explained the absurdity of the situation. There are simply a huge number of closed places, some people wandering around. Who are they, do they work here, what are they doing?? It seems simply outrageous! Surely they are doing something important, so fence it off somehow, otherwise it will look like you've come to someone's work place, not a museum. And yes, the woman walking around the grounds keeping an eye on visitors—what is that even for? Is this a museum with valuable exhibits? What could possibly be damaged here? Are visitors just chipping away at stones? What nonsense is this? It's a truly unpleasant feeling after visiting! And yes, there are at most two vantage points from here; otherwise, the castle's structure (and the enclosed tallest tower) obstructs the view

5/5 on potential. 2/5 in development of the site. The place has an epic view. Ruins are super cool. The site lacks development and information. When you walk around the site- one would Expect signs, shade, etc- and there is non. The restrooms are tiny compared to the size of the location, and there’s little parking.

Gerovassiliou Estate is a beautifully designed and thoughtfully developed vineyard. It’s clear that significant investment has gone into the place. The wines are high-end and truly do justice to the grapes. While I wouldn’t describe the hospitality as particularly warm, overall it was a solid and worthwhile experience.

An exceptionally beautiful and well-maintained estate! The winery impresses with its atmosphere, professionalism, and attention to detail. The wine tasting was a wonderful experience – the aromas and flavors are perfectly balanced and memorable. The museum with its unique corkscrew collection adds an original and interesting touch. The shop is also not to be missed – it offers a great variety of wines and special editions. We had the opportunity to purchase the exclusive museum series, which turned out to be truly exceptional. A remarkable experience that leaves a lasting impression. 🍷

Visiting Ktima Gerovassiliou was nothing short of extraordinary! Our experience began with a guided tour of the estate, learning about the intricate processes behind their exceptional white and red wines. The highlight of the tour was their unique wine museum, where a large variety of wine-related items is curated in the most tasteful way, with a special focus on an enormous and fascinating collection of corkscrews — each piece telling its own story. The estate is not just about wine but also a celebration of art. As an art collector, the owner has adorned the grounds with over 40 sculptures by talented Greek artists, adding to the estate’s charm and cultural richness. What truly stood out was the estate’s dedication to preserving ancient Greek grape varieties, their innovative work in creating sustainable wine production methods, and their proactive approach to tackling the challenges posed by climate change. The wine tasting was the cherry on top! We sampled five wines: White Wine 2024, Malagousia 2024, Xinomavro Rosé 2024, a Red Avaton 2022, and a magical Malagousia 2022 dessert wine made from overripe grapes — all paired with delightful Greek raw foods. Every sip was a revelation, each wine more unbelievable than the last. I even joked with my friends that if this estate were a church, I’d convert immediately! The passion, expertise, and hospitality at Gerovassiliou Estate make it a must-visit for any wine and art enthusiast. If you’re in the area, don’t miss the chance to experience this treasure. They are also open for group visits and educational programs (by reservation only). 🍷 Highly recommended visit this wine and art paradise! #googlelocalguides #LocalGuides #gerovassiliou #winelover #winetasting #wines #artlover #agriculture

A wonderful tourist destination, a great bar with wine tasting and cheese and meat delicacies. The staff is very smiling and kind, I even had a mistake on the bill that I hadn't noticed, but the people pointed it out to me and fixed it, which is worthy of applause. I would definitely visit again.

A unique wine experience in Epanomi, pure delight! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A beautiful location for a winery in Epanomi, just outside Thessaloniki. The Gerovassiliou Winery is perfectly situated, easy to reach by car, and offers plenty of parking. The vast vineyards, with many different grape varieties, are truly impressive, the foundation of the wonderful wines of Evangelos Gerovassiliou. The estate also features a fascinating museum, showcasing the full history of Gerovassiliou and its winemaking tradition. This adds an extra cultural and educational dimension to the visit. We visited on the recommendation of a friend and it was absolutely worth it! Our tour was led by Thrassos, who guided us with great knowledge and passion through the vineyards, the production process and finally to the tasting. We had the chance to taste five different wines, each one delicious and unique in character. To round off the experience we received a recommendation for dinner at Ouzeri Agkyrovoli, which turned out to be excellent! We brought along three bottles of white wine that paired wonderfully with the fresh fish. An outstanding winery and an absolute must for every wine lover, highly recommended!! Best regards from Frankfurt <3

Top wines and the food to pair wines with is also amazing. Go for a tour and taste as many wines as possible. Its a winery with a history and soul.

Already couple of visits here at Gerouvassilou winery since 2020 when we discovered the wines and location and had the first Malagousia . Excellent atmosphere with good choices of wine tasing tasting , selected food dishes for pairing and choice of visiting the location , museum, around .

Great collection of photographs by Greek photographers. It's a small museum but it offers a lot for a simbolic price.

Enjoyed an exhibition covering decades of Greek photographers works. If only cafe was fully functioning. View was amazing

Very strange blond lady at the ticket desk. I bought a ticket in front of her. Ten minutes of me exploring the exhibition she goes straight to me and demands my ticket. She is fine with the rest of the people. But for some reason had a beef with me. Thank goodness I had my ticket close and didn’t turn it into a ball. Needless to say it felt bad to be singled out this way.

A photo exhibition that introduced us to Greek women photographers and their view of the world as women. There's also a beautiful site on the quayside that's well worth a visit!

We very much enjoyed our visit to the museum for the Nelly’s exhibition, entrance was for 3 euro i think. It’s free in the first Sunday of every month.

They are hosting Frida Kahlo exhibition there at the moment! (till January I think) It s a MUST visit! Ticket is 6e. (Heads up, fotos r not allowed,but it doesn't really matters). There is also small suvenir shop and coffe bar :)

truly impressive exhibition from a whole wealth of independent and established photographers showcasing and documenting the true seriousness of the social, and economical impact of COVID 19 — a must see! tote bags are only €10 and entrance fee also very affordable! If you visit Thessaloniki definitely stop by!

Great monument, well preserved. During a walk inside one can imagine how people used to have bath and relax here. During our visit there was an exhibition of the great fire of 1917 inside which described the disaster quite well. The entrance is free and you can complete the visit in 15-30 minutes.

As at 9 August 2025 this is boarded up and closed.

It is closed but the building is amazing. From outside the fence it looks great

Very interesting place. Historical bath supposedly built in the place of the ancient one. Very picturesque. Personally I was a bit discomforted that it is not operational. That would be a treat: just imagine - to take a bath in such an old and loveable place... But perhaps it is all for the best - I wouldn't like to go back home.

What may have been at one time a glorious Turkish bath also known as a mom specifically for men who lived with in the neighborhood, it is now a landmark at which you may go left or right. It is the ruins of what remains of Turkish culture within the Thessaloniki.

Bey Hamam is the most majestic and impressive baths in Thessaloniki, known as Paradise Baths, are located on Egnatia Street near Aristotelous Square. The first Turkish baths were built in 1444 by the Ottomans of Thessaloniki. They are considered to be the most important baths in Greece. The hammam has separate facilities for men and women. Its main features are its characteristic domes, which internally and externally draw the admiration of visitors, and the richly decorated Sultan's Hall. The locals continued to use it, under its new name of Loutra Paradisos ("Paradise Baths"), until 1968. Now restored, it hosts regular exhibitions. We were impressed with the beautiful architecture both from the outside and from the inside. The entrance is free. Worth to visit.

Beatiful place with interesting exhibitions. Free entrance is great bonus for these days. 👍🏻

This is a lovely small museum, well worth 45 min to an hour. The first floor explains grain sowing to flour-making, (not dull), and textile manufacturing, (also not dull). The museum has constructed to-scale, working models of original tech. It's very well done - no gimmicks - just a nice straitforward, "this is how it was done". There's also a detail togographic map showing how much industry there was in Macedonia, and what's remaining. The second floor has a terrific display of clothing from the various regions of Macedonia. For anyone who appreciates handwoven fabrics, this is absolutely worth seeing. And, the two staff members are very nice. I highly recommend seeing this.

This museum has a very nice outdoors space to sit down and have a coffee or a beer. The staff serving was very kind, polite and smiley. The music was at a low volume so you can enjoy the space and talk to your company without having to shout! If you are at the area admiring the old buildings of Vasilisis Olga’s street you should stop here for a little break from your walk. The main entrance is at the Olga’s street.

This museum is closed at the moment. My advice is that one should check (before planning a visit) if it has reopened at all. The outside of the building itself is beautiful, though.

The original house / museum is no longer open.This small exhibition is in a tiny building in the garden . However the member of staff was so pleasant and friendly he could not have been better.

I was the only person there on a very slow Sunday morning but the staff treated me very well. The lower floor focuses on the use of water power for milling grain, sawing wood, etc. The explanations (in English and Greek) are very well-written. I've seen stuff like this before but I still learned a lot. There is even a map that shows where they have found different mills, etc across the region. They also have working models that the staff will turn on to show you. The upper floor focuses on traditional costumes. I was especially impressed by the detailed map that showed each village where particular styles were used. Clearly a lot of effort has been put into studying the ethnography of the region.

The exhibition Africa People &Jewelry was quite disturbing because it showed cultural expressions of local population in a few african countries as if they were just mere exhibition items, with no voice of their own. It’s a pity that therr was no proper research and no actual communication with the subjects, just taking their cultural expression and jewellery and showing them as a rare eventuality. Discourses of othering and sensationalisation of cultures can promote racism and not actual cultural exchange. A pity!

It is housed in the building known as Old Government House or Villa Modiano, which was built in 1906. The museum has four levels, with a semi-basement, two floors, and an attic. Architecturally it is an eclectic structure strongly influenced by Art Nouveau. Particularly impressive is the double loggia with a view of the sea. The museum collects, researches, and studies the remnants of traditional culture in Macedonia and Thrace. The museum's collections consist of some 15,000 objects (woven textiles, embroidery, local costumes, tools, weapons, domestic articles, musical instruments and woodcarving, woodworking and metalworking equipment). It also has a specialized library, a photographic archive, a record library and a sound library. The exhibition includes 55 costumes from Macedonia and Thrace as well as from the historically confirmed extensions of Greece's territories (Northern Macedonia, Eastern Thrace, Eastern Ru-melia, the Black Sea littoral and Asia Minor) that were inhabited by cohesive substantial communities conscious of their Greek origin. Ticket price: 2€

I was here for a conference. I saw comments on being a horrible conference place and wanted to comment. In our conference everything worked well. There were two quiet rooms. Only in the expo room air conditioner was loud it was hard to hear each other. Roof top had a nice view. Location is a little far from city center. The food conference provided was good. I didn’t stay in this hotel.

Run , run away that you have get an idea to spend holiday here. But hotel is specialised not for vacationers, but for mass actions. It has a great congress hall renovated from industrial storage or anything similar. But services...? Specialy rooms ..? Our group had got a range of rooms . Any fair, but about half of them unsuitability for accomodation in European Union!!! I mean that Edmont Dantes had more light in fortress IF . View to wall four metres from windows, special to loud climatization megatube and loud and smell from back kitchen area. Wonderful 5 stars experience. The bathroom size LILIPUT 1,4m * 2m - the other real 5 stars experience. The last call, was for us the third bed . We had ordered three bed room and had good hobbit room /14-16 m2/ with two beds and extra bed type " russian bed" with combination of garden mattress. For man about 90 kg real special. For our asking we had got the same answer. Your agency know about quality of room, we are tip -top 5 stars hotel, but your agency fooled you. We have no solution for you. It is normal..?! .So what to do,agency is far away, one of us slept on floor on matress four nights in 5 STARS HOTEL. Bussines between agencies and hotel is not fair for guests and every guest is only the number in computer. At least I must write, that in hotel work a lot of people hard and intensive, specialy in cleaning department , but the guest cannot be satisfied with other services, than the basic room is a little bit catastrophic. So that hotel is in the middle od nothing with this type of policy ...how long? Photos : Competion for best view from room, Liliput Bathroom and Dream sandwich bed by 5* Porto Palace

The room and accommodation are very nice, with a comfortable bed, and the buffet food was good. The location is out of the main activity area in an industrial part of the city adjacent to the large port. Be aware that they only provide two bottles of water for your stay— even if you are there more than one night. When I asked for more water on our second day I was told I could buy more from the bar for 3 euros each. Or I could drink tap water which our guide recommended we not do. Their business is heavily weighted towards tour groups so this stringent policy of only two water bottles for our stay was a surprise as hydration is very important for the human body which is so obvious I shouldn’t need to state that in a review. In addition when one member of my group asked for a glass of wine to be filled after receiving one with very little wine, 2/3 less than others, the server told her she could only have one glass as that is the arrangement. He didn’t ask her for clarification or talk with her about it—he simply said what he said and moved along. Not respectful. As a leader of my tour group I will recommend to our company to find a different hotel for future Steps of Saint Paul Trips based on our treatment.

Horrible place to have a conference at. There are no working spaces. Many of the few electrical outlets are broken. The projectors are ancient and have bad colour reproduction. The microphones don't work in some rooms. Food is worse than in my university canteen. I don't understand how this is a "5-star" hotel. Its in a super ugly industrial area with nothing to do around. Staff is unwilling to help when I ask them to fix any of these issues. They just say "we know" to dismiss me, and then move on doing nothing.

This is the worst 5-star hotel I’ve ever stayed in. It’s loud, not nice to look at, and the service is almost non-existent. Breakfast was terrible — cheap food and no espresso. There’s no proper place to sit outside unless you want to be right next to a busy street. And if you open the bathroom window, you’ll see the hotel hallway, with people walking past all the time. Hard to believe this place calls itself a luxury hotel.

For a transit period all is ok , if may leave with uber taxi anytime when have to be in center . A apreciat · Breakfast ok for a " greek 5 star hotel " . Nothing to say negative . Very clean room and hotel . Ok for services excepted the time bus for center . Parking ok . Need to have a taxi for center 6-7 EUR / but ok if look for a nice beer or ouzo . Fine wifi internet . Not more space if look for business problems in room . Nu a apreciat · Personel atitude . Was not in negative way or other issue , but all look as they are superior race and the other down . Not like this , have to be all in a frinedly mood . Sorry have not any problems , but you feel when things are not ok . Even on breakfast was same atitude .

Hotel was nice rooms were hard to navigate to, but once you get there they are nice. Food was great and the roof top patio was lovely.