Thessaloniki, Greece’s northern port on the Thermaikos Gulf, offers a unique blend of history and natural beauty. The city emerges as a comprehensive cultural destination, where the richness of its history is distinguished by the ancient monuments spread across every corner.

Thessaloniki is the city that takes the visitor on a journey from prehistoric times to the era of Alexander the Great, to the glory of the Roman period, to the brilliance of the Byzantine Empire, and to the period of Ottoman rule. Its heritage is a complex mosaic of images, architecture, and culture spanning 23 centuries, something the visitor perceives from their first explorations in the city center, where they will encounter the Roman Forum, Byzantine walls and churches, the synagogue and Jewish Museum, the neoclassical Aristotelous Square straight across from Mount Olympus and the modern, sustainable architecture of the city hall.

Thessaloniki hosts an impressive variety of museums, cultural organizations, archaeological sites and monuments. Is also, by far the liveliest city in Northern Greece. While walking in the city center, one will experience the magic of a very lively area, with incredibly beautiful cafes, taverns, and traditional markets where the aromas of spices, sweets, and food will enchant every visitor. Most of the bars are situated at the old seafront (Nikis Avenue) and in the close area. You can also find a lot of nightclubs, bars and restaurants in Ladadika, the neighborhood with the old warehouses next to the port.