Thessaloniki
Greece
- Safety rating
- 8.3/10
- Best time to visit
- April to June and September to October for warm, comfortable weather and fewer crowds.
- Population
- 0.8M
Overview
Greece's vibrant second city is a Byzantine and Ottoman crossroads with a lively waterfront, buzzing food scene, and youthful energy. The iconic White Tower, Roman ruins, and atmospheric Ano Poli old town reward wandering.
Top attractions
See the White Tower, the Rotunda, the Roman Forum, and the lively Ladadika district.
Getting around
The center is walkable along the waterfront, with buses and a new metro line serving the wider city.