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MUSEUMS AND LANDMARKS

Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
This is one of the most significant museums in northern Greece and one of the largest in the entire country. It showcases a large collection of unique artifacts dating from prehistory to late antiquity that were found in Thessaloniki and its surrounding areas.
Location: 6 Manoli Andronikou, Thessaloniki 546 21
www.amth.gr
Museum of Byzantine Culture
Dedicated to the history of Byzantine culture and its influence on Macedonia over the ages, the exhibits are thematically designed to convey the social and chronological context that the findings belong to.
Location: 2 Stratou Ave, Thessaloniki 546 40
www.mbp.gr
The White Tower
Dating back to the 15th century it was named “The White Tower” after getting its signature white coating in 1891. Make your way to the top to enjoy the amazing views and visit the museum dedicated to the history of the city and the tower itself.
Location: Thessaloniki 546 21
www.lpth.gr
Macedonian Museum of Contemporary Art
A collection of paintings, sculptures, engravings and photographs by local and foreign artists. The museum also hosts art-related events such as discussions on aesthetics, interactive projects, and bazaars.
Location: 154 Egnatia, (inside TIFF-HELEXPO) Thessaloniki 54636
www.mmca.gr
Teloglion Fine Arts Foundation
Housed in a modern building on the premises of the Aristotle University, the foundation houses artworks by Greek and European artists of the 19th and 20th century. Its collection includes sculptures, paintings, and a library containing more than 15,000 books.
Location: 159A Agiou Dimitriou, Thessaloniki 546 36
www.teloglion.gr
The Church of Agios Dimitrios
This church is an excellent example of 7th century religious architecture and is famous for 6 mosaic panels of tremendous cultural importance. The church’s underground crypt, where Saint Dimitrios was allegedly imprisoned, has been converted into a museum.
Location: 83 Agiou Dimitriou, Thessaloniki 546 33
www.inad.gr
Bey Hamam
Known as the “Baths of Paradise”, Bey Hamam was built by Sultan Murad II in 1444. It is the largest and most important hamam in Greece and its interior is a testament to Ottoman style that has hugely influenced Thessaloniki’s identity.
Location: Egnatia & 10 M. Gennadiou, Thessaloniki 546 31
The Galerian Complex
A grand palatial complex in the center of Thessaloniki built at the behest of the Caesar Galerius Valerianus Maximianus. Visit the restored segments such as the emblematic Rotunda and the Arch of Galerius to fully comprehend the city’s Roman history.
Location: 36 Dimitriou Gounari, Thessaloniki 546 21
galeriuspalace.culture.gr
The Roman Forum
Also referred to as the Ancient Agora, this large open space and the buildings that surrounded it was the social, religious, and administrative center of the city. Follow the passages to discover the forum’s underground museum.
Location: 75 Olympou, Thessaloniki 546 31
Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki
A museum dedicated to the history and influence of the Jewish community in Thessaloniki as well as the preservation of its tangible and cultural heritage. It houses a diverse collection of items including family heirlooms, rare documents, and religious artifacts.
Location: 11 Agiou Mina, Thessaloniki 546 24
www.jmth.gr
Ancient Olynthus
Explore the ruins of an ancient town that was once the capital of Chalkidiki and discover some of the oldest known ancient Greek mosaic floors and paintings.
Location: Olynthus, 632 00
Anthropological Museum of Petralona
A museum dedicated to the prehistoric culture of Greece. The museum’s collection includes the oldest found European hominid skull as well as several other findings that have been unearthed in the excavations of the nearby Petralona Cave as well as other open sites in the broader region of Chalkidiki.
Location: Petralona, 630 80