The Top 20 Attractions around Thessaloniki
There are plenty of places to see and visit around Thessaloniki. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Thessaloniki is a region where 20
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.
Last updated: November 6, 2025
The White Tower, Thessaloniki
Highlight โข Historical Site
The White Tower is a distinctive feature on the city's seafront. Over the centuries, it's transformed from a fortress to a prison to a symbol of the city. The tower โฆ
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Kamara ๐๏ธ Triumphal Arch of Galerius, Thessaloniki
Highlight โข Monument
Dedicated 303 AD with stone relief scenes of Eastern Roman emperor Galerius' victory over the Persians
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Roman Rotunda ๐๏ธ Byzantine mosaics & Ottoman minaret
Highlight โข Historical Site
Built under Galerius along the axis from his triumphal arch and his villa, well-preserved remains of mosaics decorate the inside of this huge brick building that later also served as a Byzantine church and an ottoman mosque.
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Hagios Demetrios Church (Church of Saint Demetrios), Thessaloniki
Highlight โข Religious Site
The Hagios Demetrios Church, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a beautiful place to visit. Originally constructed in the 4th century, it has undergone several renovations and restorations over the โฆ
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Agia Sophia Church, Thessaloniki
Highlight โข Religious Site
The Church of Agia Sophia dates back to the 8th century. It bears an unmistakable resemblance to its namesake in Istanbul, Turkey, with its cruciform layout, central dome, and intricate โฆ
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