What to see in Thessaloniki?

Greece offers a wide range of tourist destinations, with interesting corners, beautiful landscapes and cities with great history and rich heritage as its capital, and as the port city of Thessaloniki, the second most important city in the country. Located on the shores of the Aegean Sea in the region of Central Macedonia, it is also known by the name of "Thessaloniki" and here you can find a wide collection of buildings from different periods, from Greek, Roman, Byzantine and even Ottoman.

Within Europe it is one of the most recommended trips and escapes, especially for those people who want to combine a visit to a city with great history, with a very pleasant and warm climate throughout the year, and with a wide range of cultural, leisure and interesting gastronomy, typical, as Mousakas, bean soup, Horiatiki Salata, or Dolmadakia. A destination with tradition, a lot of places to see and a lively social life. The long history of this city can be seen in the many buildings, ruins and corners that are in it. One of the most recommended ways to make the most of your visit to this Greek city is to choose the free walking tour in Thessaloniki, which will lead you through the essential places to see. Some of the most characteristic are the Basilic of Hagia Sophia, the symbol of the city, which is the impressive White Tower, which served as a fortress and prison, or the Church of St. Demetrius, patron saint of the city.

Other visits and stops not to be missed in the city are the Galerio Arc, the Saint George's square which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, or the Paradise's Baths. Museum lovers will find the Museum of Science and Technology "NOESIS", the Museum of Byzantine Culture, and the Archaeological Museum. A tourist destination that perfectly combines culture, leisure and the excellent climate.

Those who wish to tour the city, getting to know the most interesting places to see, can sign up for the recommended free tour in Thessaloniki, one of the best alternatives for those visitors who are looking for an alternative to the traditional tours, which sometimes take a long time to visit the most important points of the city.