Thessaloniki is the most important administrative, cultural, and business center in northern Greece, and the second largest city in Greece. It is a midsize city situated on the Thermaic Gulf, with apopulation of more than 1.1 million in the metropolitan area.

Near the Aegean Sea, an hour’s drive from both Mt.Olympus and beautiful beaches, and a short flight from the capitals of several Balkan and Mediterranean countries.

Thessaloniki has many stories to tell, starting by the moment of its foundation in 316/315 B.C. Fortunate to have royal “blood”, since the new city was named after Thessaloniki, sister of Alexander the Great and daughter of Philip II, King of Macedonia. It was developed rapidly -due to its prominent geographical location- as one of the most important ports, and economical and commercial centers of Macedonia and the Balkan Peninsula as a whole, advantages maintained for the past 2300 years.

From the archaeological treasures of Macedonia, Byzantine heritage and contemporary art in photographic clicks, the Olympic Games and the Orient Express, the more than 30 museums in Thessaloniki containing within them the course, evolution and creativity of the city.

Which is the best way to experience Thessaloniki? Of course by walking in the neighborhoods of the city! Bustling, colorful and vibrant, every district of Thessaloniki has it’s own particular characteristics, drawing the charm of this magical coexistence between the old and the new. The distances between them are short so you can easily see the most interesting of them. So, put on comfortable shoes, ‘Arm’ your camera and go!

Meet Thessaloniki’s impressive history by entering the city’s most emblematic structure, the imposing White Tower and enjoy the lovely view from the roof top! The permanent exhibition of White Tower displays the city’s history in a concise way, from its foundation period in 316/15 BC until today, via multimedia applications, videos, projections, interactive and audio applications, printed graphic compositions (photo-banks), with a thematic differentiation for each floor.

Busy day and night and always with relaxed mood, Thessaloniki loved by its guests for this very unique atmosphere and vitality. Hours and ‘must’ have no place in Thessaloniki. Nights in Thessaloniki are an unforgettable experience! The most famous travel magazines and websites discovered one after another the nightlife of the city. In fact, National Geographic included Thessaloniki in the list of the top 10 cities with the best nightlife worldwide!