Thessaloniki

When to go

Spring (April–May) and early autumn (September–October) are pleasant for walking tours, and in summer you can combine the city with the beaches of Halkidiki.

Best months: April, May, June, September, October

Approximate temperatures in these months: 9° to 30° (long-term averages, not a forecast)

Getting there

From Israel, you fly to Thessaloniki Airport. Depending on the airline and the season, a connection is sometimes required, for example via Athens or another European destination, so it is worth checking the route before booking. Greece is in the Schengen area, so it is worth checking your passport validity and the current entry requirements in advance.

Flight times and direct flights are only shown from the saved prices below. Check entry requirements (passport, visa) with an official source before you book.

Who it suits

Couples · Friends · Solo travelers · Families with children · Golden Age

City and Culture · Food and Wine · Shopping · Beach and sea · Holidays and Events

How long: 3-5 days

What to do

• The White Tower
• The Seafront Promenade
• The Arch of Galerius
• The Rotunda
• The Upper Town and the Walls
• The Church of Agios Dimitrios
• Modiano Market
• The Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki

Good to add

• Car rental for day trips
• Travel insurance
• SIM card or data package
• Guided city tours

A long weekend in the city

1. Morning at the promenade and the White Tower
2. Walk to the Arch of Galerius and the Rotunda
3. Lunch in the Ladadika area
4. Afternoon at the Jewish Museum and the historic city center
5. Evening in the Upper Town neighborhood with a view of the harbor

City, market, and a trip to the beach

1. Morning at the Modiano Market and the Kapani Market
2. Agios Dimitrios and the Byzantine center
3. A day at one of the beaches of Halkidiki by car
4. Evening on the promenade and in the city's bars