Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
Greek
Time Zone
EET (UTC+2)
Best Time to Visit
Apr–May
Typical Duration
10-14 nights
Price Range
From $711 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to ancient Greek history and a major hub for Eastern Mediterranean cruises, offering access to Byzantine landmarks and nearby Aegean islands.
Cruises that visit Thessaloníki
- cruises to Thessaloníki
- Thessaloníki sailings
- Thessaloníki cruises
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 7-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night PONANT EXPLORATIONS cruise
- 8-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 9-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 9-night Silversea cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Celebrity Cruises cruise
- 10-night Silversea cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Viking Ocean Cruises cruise
- 10-night Oceania Cruises cruise
Build Your Day in Thessaloníki
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 8:00 PM
Usually about 12 hours ashore
Getting around:
White Tower of Thessaloniki
City history exhibit in landmark tower
Closes soon · 9 PM
Aristotelous Square
Thessaloniki is unique and it's people are friendly and warm
Mediterranean Cosmos
The biggest mall in northern Greece and one of the biggest is Balkans.
Closes soon · 9 PM
One Salonica Outlet Mall
Many shops with clothes for all tastes and costs.
Closes soon · 9 PM
Arch of Galerius
Defenitely worth visiting if you are going to Thessaloniki!
The Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos
Definitely worth a visit if you are in Thessaloniki.
Kitchen Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Holy Church of Saint Demetrius
This magnificent church was the highlight of our Thessaloniki trip.
MEGA Outlet
Many shops with good prices.
Closes soon · 9 PM
The Rouga
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Macedonia Shopping Mall
Also, there are 3 ATMs for 3 different greek banks
Closes soon · 9 PM
Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
Worth visiting if in Thessaloniki, great English explanations and artifacts.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Heptapyrgion of Thessaloniki
The great views over Thessaloniki are worth it alone.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Trigonion Tower
Fantastic view of Thessaloniki and a nice piece of history
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
The Greek
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Rotonda
One of the oldest churches in Greece having also been converted to a mosque.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Roman Forum of Thessaloniki
Huge area of ancient greek/Roman artifacts.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Salento Wood Fired Street Food
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Loupino
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
SKYLINE - OTE Tower
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Kanoula
Comfy, colorful Mediterranean eatery
Charoupi
Casual outlet for Mediterranean cooking
Museum of Byzantine Civilization
An excellent collection of art and artifacts from Byzantine-era Greece.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Eleftherios Venizelos Statue
Symbolises a lot and shows the contemporary Greek culture.
Thessaloniki Acropolis
You get really good views of Thessaloniki from up here too!
Perea Beach
Calm and shallow, worth the daily trip from Thessaloniki
Museum of Illusions Thessaloniki
This is the best museum of illusions in Greece.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Apallou
Hip bar for global eats & cocktails
Platia Shopping Center
A lot of shops, normal pricing, not much else going on
Open · Closes 12 AM
Thessaloniki Waterfront
The only place for pleasent walking in Thessaloniki.
Ouzerie Lola
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Three Little Pigs
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Tarantino Sandwiches & Fries
Burger specialist in a chill environment
Taverna "O Thodoros"
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
rOOTS
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Kati Ap' Ola
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
The Garden Bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Mourga
Dine-in·Delivery
Neoi Epivates beach
Clean and sandy.. with several tavernas nearby serving tasty Greek dishes.
Open
Pulp
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery
The Blue Cup | Creative bar
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Bulldogs & the Beast
Dine-in·Takeout
Στάφυλος Γη
Dine-in·Takeout
Menu με...νου
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
MAREA sea spirit
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Ocean Club Thessaloniki
Nice service, lovely big and clean pool.
Closed
Pasha’s Gardens
Well worth a quick visit if you’re nearby.
Grada nuevo
Dine-in
Aretsou Bay
Water not clean now 24.08.2025, a lot of seaweeds, but it's ok.
Open
notos Θεσσαλονίκη (Thessaloniki)
Great store,very good discounts on quality brands,Kind stuff..
Closes soon · 9 PM
Phýtra
Dine-in·Takeout
Iberico
Dine-in·Takeout
Iliopetra
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
The Caravan Cafe | Brunch
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Cena
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Clochard
Dine-in
SPITI MOU Bar
Dine-in·No delivery
Ouzopinelies Peter
Dine-in·Takeout
shed
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Voukakrato
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Le Coq tail mix bar
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
Open now
Thess Grill
Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery
Palermo
Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery
Olympos Naoussa
Dine-in·No delivery
Little Cup
Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery
Stones Rock Bar
No takeout·No delivery
Utopia Taproom
Dine-in·No-contact delivery·No takeout
HANDWICH
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery
Πύλη Εμπορίου ΔΕΘ
BARNUM’S & Co.
Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery
notre Dome
Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery
Purovōku Project
No takeout·No delivery
Garden of the Sound
Αναστορώ
Dine-in·Takeout
LoveCraft Beers
Dine-in·Takeout
Western Walls of Thessalonica
Salonika Restaurant & Bar
Dine-in·No-contact delivery
Μέγαρο Ερμείον
Open 24 hours
Σχίνος Εδεσματοπωλείον
Dine-in
Στοά Λεβή-Μενεξέ
Open 24 hours
East Byzantine Walls of Thessaloniki
Amazing little structure and an amazing piece of history.
NU MODERN GREEK
All Greek, handmade jewellery and souvenirs from small businesses.
Open · Closes 11:30 PM
UBN Cafe - Specialty Coffee Thessaloniki.
Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery
Closes soon · 9 PM
Geitonia.skg
Dine-in·Takeout
Láiph
Dine-in
Thessaloniki
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Thessaloníki
Thessaloníki stands as a vibrant hub in the Eastern Mediterranean cruise scene, with seven major cruise lines including Celebrity Cruises, Viking Ocean Cruises, and Silversea regularly calling at this historic port. With over 80 upcoming cruises and peak seasons spanning spring through fall, you'll find excellent options whether you're embarking on a 10-night voyage or joining a longer Mediterranean itinerary. The port efficiently handles cruisers heading to popular destinations like Piraeus, Istanbul, Rhodes, and Santorini, making it an ideal starting point for comprehensive Eastern Mediterranean explorations.
Once ashore, you'll discover why this ancient city captivates visitors with its remarkable Byzantine churches and Ottoman heritage, blended seamlessly with modern Greek culture. The waterfront promenade invites leisurely strolls, while the city's renowned culinary scene offers authentic Mediterranean flavors just steps from the cruise terminal. Whether you have a few hours or a full day in port, Thessaloníki rewards exploration with its perfect balance of history, culture, and contemporary charm.
Once ashore, you'll discover why this ancient city captivates visitors with its remarkable Byzantine churches and Ottoman heritage, blended seamlessly with modern Greek culture. The waterfront promenade invites leisurely strolls, while the city's renowned culinary scene offers authentic Mediterranean flavors just steps from the cruise terminal. Whether you have a few hours or a full day in port, Thessaloníki rewards exploration with its perfect balance of history, culture, and contemporary charm.
Cruise Lines at Thessaloníki
- Viking Ocean Cruises (41 cruises)
- Celebrity Cruises (22 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (15 cruises)
- Silversea (13 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (10 cruises)
- Holland America Line (5 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (5 cruises)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (5 cruises)
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Thessaloníki
Cruises Visiting Thessaloníki
Ship Schedule at Thessaloníki
Thessaloníki Location
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE for Thessaloniki Port?
GRSKG
Where is Thessaloniki Port located?
Thessaloniki, Greece at latitude 40.6333 and longitude 22.95.
What is the port type of Thessaloniki?
Official port
What are nearby attractions around Thessaloniki Port?
Nautical Club, Music Hall, historic sites and waterfront views.