Discover Thessaloniki

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Discover the magic of Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is a beautiful city of Greece, attracting millions of travelers on an annual basis. Both on business and leisure, guests are welcome to explore its unique character and indulge in its magnificent attractions.

Using Lazart Hotel Trademark Collection By Wyndham as your starting point, you will be able to enjoy Lazaristes Monastery as a hub of culture and art, as well as discover the magic of Thessaloniki from a privileged view. Enjoy!

Lazart Hotel Trademark Collection By Wyndham

Attractions

White Tower of Thessaloniki

Monument of Alexander the Grea

Church of Agios Dimitrios

Aristotelous Square

Ladadika District

Kapani Market

Museums

Museum of the Macedonian Struggle

Ataturk Museum

Museum of Byzantine Culture

Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki

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Nightlife

Who doesn't know about the effervescent, vibrant nightlife of Thessaloniki? The city that never sleeps offers the most splendid entertainment options to those who seek to have fun and dance the night away. However, Thessaloniki is equally breathtaking 24/7 and provides the ultimate scenery for unforgettable entertainment non-stop!

Throughout the city, you will find a plethora of bars that cover all tastes and preferences. Music varies according to the distinctive style of each bar, but they all serve delicious drinks and cocktails, as well as a variety of snacks and finger food. Then, there are the clubs! If you are looking for great fun afterhours, this is where you should go! Loud music and dance till you can't feel your feet!

Greek taverns with music are also favorite picks in the field of Thessaloniki nightlife. You can enjoy tasty dishes and abundant local wine or beer, while listening to some of the most authentic voices of the city. You will not even recall how you got on the dance floor! And of course, nobody should forget about bouzoukia. This is a special type of entertainment, where singers perform live in front of a lot of people and come closer to them through dancing and singing. One of the most impressive forms of entertainment in the city is undoubtedly Regency Casino Thessaloniki.

One of the largest and most luxurious casinos in Europe has been created with absolute respect to contemporary needs and desires on behalf of the public. This makes it a very special place to be, superbly located within close proximity to the airport.

Shopping Center

Thessaloniki is a wonderful place, not only thanks to its natural beauty and the imposing landmarks. It is also a great place to shop and come up with amazing bargains. As you will come to realize, being at the crossroad of so many different cultures has influenced Thessaloniki and has transformed the city into a unique place for the ultimate shopping spree!

Starting off at Aristotelous Square, one of the most iconic streets for shopping is without a doubt Tsimiski Avenue. It has been named after Ioannis Tsimiskis, who had intertwined his name with the legendary war against the Bulgarians in the past. The avenue stretches for over a kilometer and includes a wide array of brands and stores for all tastes and budgets. This is where you will find Plateia shopping mall, maybe the most famous shopping mall in the city with cinemas and of course a lot of stores to choose from.

On the parallel Mitropoleos Avenue, there are also a lot of stores but at much higher price rates. You can come up with more exclusive items, however! And besides, this is home to some of the finest patisseries of the city. Agia Sofia Street is another stop, when you are looking for affordable luxury in shopping. You should not miss out on a visit to the picturesque Agia Sofia church, obviously. And then you can reach Egnatia Avenue, for even less expensive items sold at local boutiques and small shops nearby.

Among the most prestigious outlet malls in Thessaloniki, One Salonika and Mediterranean Cosmos stand out and offer wonderful opportunities in both shopping and entertainment. One Salonika is located on the western entry of Thessaloniki, within close proximity to the central railway station and just few kilometers from the city center. Mediterranean Cosmos, on the other hand, is found in the eastern part of the city and is advertised as the largest retail center in Southeastern Europe.

As you can see, there is immense variety when it comes to shopping in Thessaloniki. The city center holds the scepter as one of the top shopping destinations in Europe, combining quality with great price rates and exceptional diversity!

Local gastronomy

Located at the crossroads of multiple different cultures, where the Orient meets the West and where the past meets the present in a wonderful blend, Thessaloniki is a wonder of its own. Its enchanting character is unmatched, as is its distinctive gastronomy. With influences of all the diverse cultures and with a mastery carved after whole centuries of experience, Thessaloniki composes its dreamy cuisine and welcomes you to have a taste...and then taste again...

Local gastronomy is pretty abundant and covers all tastes and preferences. You will find picturesque taverns with traditional recipes, served in plain dishes that do not want to deprive taste of the starring role. This is where you will most likely try out meze with ouzo or tsipouro. Meze is any savory delicacy served in a small plate, so as for everyone to have a bite or maybe two of each culinary wonder over a glass of wine.

Of course, there are cosmopolitan restaurants where you can eat kingly and enjoy supreme dining experiences with a stunning view. But as it has been said by many Thessaloniki enthusiasts, you should also have a taste of the local cuisine and above anything else try out its street food. The impressive bougatsa, a pastry that comes with fyllo and rich cream filling, topped with sugar and served right out of the oven, is a special treat 24/7. Different fillings include spinach or minced meat or even savory cheese, but the authentic bougatsa is sweet and purely mesmerizing.

Experiment with the traditional recipes and try out as many as you can, because Thessaloniki is world famous for its rich, fragrant and absolutely delicious cuisine!

Nearby Excursions

When you visit Thessaloniki, time goes by so fast because you always have something to do, somewhere to be. But for those who wish to explore the places nearby, there are excursions that will make their day. Whether you have rented a car or you prefer to use public transportations, these nearby excursions will unveil a lot more beautiful places that you will remember with the sweetest details.

First of all, you can head to Chalkidiki and Mount Athos at the southeast side of Thessaloniki. Chalkidiki actually consists of three different peninsulas, which are named Cassandra, Sithonia and Mount Athos. The last peninsula is the emblematic Agio Oros, where only men are allowed to enter along with the monks who live in the area. No matter if you wish to access this religious place, you will definitely enjoy the azure waters of Chalkidiki and relax, soaking under the sun of the Mediterranean.

Pella is a prominent historic attraction on the way to Edessa from Thessaloniki. In this archaeological site, you will find a wealth of exhibits and ancient ruins worth visiting. Pozar thermal springs are nearby, as well as Kaimaktsalan ski resort and the magnificent waterfalls of Edessa. Pieria is another place where travelers will have the chance to enjoy natural beauty and head to Mount Olympus and the mountains nearby.

You can also access Kerkini Lake and Vergina, Lagadas and the world renowned site of Amphipolis. These are all exquisite excursions that you can complete even within a day. Having Thessaloniki as your starting point, Northern Greece is inviting you to discover!

How to Get There

Macedonia Airport in Thessaloniki is the most popular way to get to city, whether you are flying from abroad or traveling from another part of Greece. Santorini is an easily accessible destination. There are frequent flights connecting Thessaloniki not only with Athens on a daily basis, but also from many other cities from abroad. So our guests can schedule their transit swiftly and efficiently. Alternatively, you can use trains departing from the Greek capital or from other Balkan cities for Thessaloniki.

For those who wish to use the bus, frequent daily routes are completed per day transferring travelers to Thessaloniki. Ferries, on the other hand, are only used to connect Thessaloniki with Sporades and some islands of the Northern Aegean. Egnatia Odos is the national road network that offers you the opportunity to drive to and from the city without stop and without any problem.

As you can imagine, Thessaloniki is a well-connected city and boasts diverse means of transportation that cover all tastes and preferences, budgets and needs. So find the most suitable solution for you and the ones who are traveling with you and have a safe trip!