Thessaloníki

Thessaloníki

Greece

Wander among Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques that reveal centuries of cultural layers in Greece's most underrated Mediterranean city.

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

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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 Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 66k Closes soon · 9 PM
Aristotelous Square Thessaloniki is unique and it's people are friendly and warm Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 51k
Mediterranean Cosmos The biggest mall in northern Greece and one of the biggest is Balkans. Shopping mall · ★ 4.6 · 41k Closes soon · 9 PM
One Salonica Outlet Mall Many shops with clothes for all tastes and costs. Outlet mall · ★ 4.4 · 28k Closes soon · 9 PM
Arch of Galerius Defenitely worth visiting if you are going to Thessaloniki! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 17k
The Umbrellas by Zongolopoulos Definitely worth a visit if you are in Thessaloniki. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 17k
Kitchen Bar Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 15k
Holy Church of Saint Demetrius This magnificent church was the highlight of our Thessaloniki trip. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.9 · 12k
MEGA Outlet Many shops with good prices. Outlet mall · ★ 4.2 · 12k Closes soon · 9 PM
The Rouga Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Greek · ★ 4.7 · 11k
Macedonia Shopping Mall Also, there are 3 ATMs for 3 different greek banks Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 10k Closes soon · 9 PM
Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki Worth visiting if in Thessaloniki, great English explanations and artifacts. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 9k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Heptapyrgion of Thessaloniki The great views over Thessaloniki are worth it alone. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 8k Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Trigonion Tower Fantastic view of Thessaloniki and a nice piece of history Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 8k Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
The Greek Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Greek · ★ 4.5 · 8k
Rotonda One of the oldest churches in Greece having also been converted to a mosque. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 7k Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Roman Forum of Thessaloniki Huge area of ancient greek/Roman artifacts. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 6k Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Salento Wood Fired Street Food Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery Italian · ★ 4.8 · 5k
Loupino Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.4 · 5k
SKYLINE - OTE Tower Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Coffee shop · ★ 4.6 · 5k
Kanoula Comfy, colorful Mediterranean eatery Greek · ★ 4.8 · 5k
Charoupi Casual outlet for Mediterranean cooking Greek · ★ 4.6 · 5k
Museum of Byzantine Civilization An excellent collection of art and artifacts from Byzantine-era Greece. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 5k Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Eleftherios Venizelos Statue Symbolises a lot and shows the contemporary Greek culture. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 4k
Thessaloniki Acropolis You get really good views of Thessaloniki from up here too! Tourist attraction · ★ 4.7 · 4k
Perea Beach Calm and shallow, worth the daily trip from Thessaloniki Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 4k
Museum of Illusions Thessaloniki This is the best museum of illusions in Greece. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 4k Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Apallou Hip bar for global eats & cocktails Italian · ★ 4.4 · 4k
Platia Shopping Center A lot of shops, normal pricing, not much else going on Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 4k Open · Closes 12 AM
Thessaloniki Waterfront The only place for pleasent walking in Thessaloniki. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.8 · 4k
Ouzerie Lola Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Small Plates · ★ 4.7 · 3k
Three Little Pigs Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.6 · 3k
Tarantino Sandwiches & Fries Burger specialist in a chill environment Hamburger · ★ 4.7 · 3k
Taverna "O Thodoros" Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Greek · ★ 4.8 · 3k
rOOTS Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Vegan · ★ 4.7 · 3k
Kati Ap' Ola Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Greek · ★ 4.7 · 3k
The Garden Bar Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Cafe · ★ 4.4 · 3k
Mourga Dine-in·Delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.3 · 3k
Neoi Epivates beach Clean and sandy.. with several tavernas nearby serving tasty Greek dishes. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.3 · 3k Open
Pulp Dine-in·Curbside pickup·Delivery Bar · ★ 4.7 · 3k
The Blue Cup | Creative bar Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Coffee shop · ★ 4.6 · 3k
Bulldogs & the Beast Dine-in·Takeout Pub · ★ 4.6 · 3k
Στάφυλος Γη Dine-in·Takeout Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 2k
Menu με...νου Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 2k
MAREA sea spirit Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Oyster Bar · ★ 4.6 · 2k
Ocean Club Thessaloniki Nice service, lovely big and clean pool. Cafe · ★ 4.1 · 2k Closed
Pasha’s Gardens Well worth a quick visit if you’re nearby. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 2k
Grada nuevo Dine-in Eclectic · ★ 4.7 · 2k
Aretsou Bay Water not clean now 24.08.2025, a lot of seaweeds, but it's ok. Recreation center · ★ 3.9 · 2k Open
notos Θεσσαλονίκη (Thessaloniki) Great store,very good discounts on quality brands,Kind stuff.. Shopping mall · ★ 4.3 · 2k Closes soon · 9 PM
Phýtra Dine-in·Takeout Mediterranean · ★ 4.8 · 2k
Iberico Dine-in·Takeout Mediterranean · ★ 4.7 · 2k
Iliopetra Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.9 · 2k Closed · Opens 9 AM Tue
The Caravan Cafe | Brunch Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Breakfast · ★ 4.6 · 2k Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Cena Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Italian · ★ 4.5 · 1k
Clochard Dine-in Fine Dining · ★ 4.7 · 1k
SPITI MOU Bar Dine-in·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Ouzopinelies Peter Dine-in·Takeout Greek · ★ 4.9 · 1k
shed Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Coffee shop · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Voukakrato Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Le Coq tail mix bar Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Cocktail bar · ★ 4.7 · 1k Open now
Thess Grill Dine-in·Drive-through·No-contact delivery Gyro · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Palermo Dine-in·Takeout·No delivery Cafe · ★ 4.6 · 1k
Olympos Naoussa Dine-in·No delivery Restaurant · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Little Cup Dine-in·Takeout·Delivery Cafe · ★ 4.8 · 1k
Stones Rock Bar No takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Utopia Taproom Dine-in·No-contact delivery·No takeout Bar · ★ 4.9 · 1k
HANDWICH Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No-contact delivery Vegan · ★ 4.7 · 1k
Πύλη Εμπορίου ΔΕΘ Shopping mall · ★ 4.4 · 0k
BARNUM’S & Co. Dine-in·Curbside pickup·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k
notre Dome Dine-in·No takeout·No delivery Bar · ★ 4.8 · 0k
Purovōku Project No takeout·No delivery Cocktail bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Garden of the Sound Tourist attraction · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Αναστορώ Dine-in·Takeout Restaurant · ★ 5 · 0k
LoveCraft Beers Dine-in·Takeout Bar · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Western Walls of Thessalonica Tourist attraction · ★ 4.5 · 0k
Salonika Restaurant & Bar Dine-in·No-contact delivery Fine Dining · ★ 4.4 · 0k
Μέγαρο Ερμείον Shopping mall · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open 24 hours
Σχίνος Εδεσματοπωλείον Dine-in Family-friendly · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Στοά Λεβή-Μενεξέ Shopping mall · ★ 4.5 · 0k Open 24 hours
East Byzantine Walls of Thessaloniki Amazing little structure and an amazing piece of history. Tourist attraction · ★ 4.6 · 0k
NU MODERN GREEK All Greek, handmade jewellery and souvenirs from small businesses. Shopping mall · ★ 4.7 · 0k Open · Closes 11:30 PM
UBN Cafe - Specialty Coffee Thessaloniki. Dine-in·Takeout·No-contact delivery Coffee store · ★ 4.9 · 0k Closes soon · 9 PM
Geitonia.skg Dine-in·Takeout Gastropub · ★ 5 · 0k
Láiph Dine-in Barbecue · ★ 4.9 · 0k
Thessaloniki Tourist attraction · ★ 4 · 0k

Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.

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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.
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Reasons to Visit

1

Ancient Wonders of Roman History

Explore Thessaloníki's remarkable Byzantine and Roman heritage, including the stunning White Tower, the city's iconic symbol offering panoramic views, and the UNESCO-listed Church of Hagia Sophia with its breathtaking mosaics. These architectural masterpieces showcase centuries of Mediterranean civilization within walking distance of the port.

2

Authentic Taverna Dining Experience

Savor traditional Greek cuisine at waterfront tavernas near the port, where you'll enjoy fresh seafood, creamy saganaki cheese, and local specialties like bougatsa pastries. Pair your meal with regional wines while watching fishing boats and ferries pass by the Thermaic Gulf.

3

Waterfront Promenade and Sea Views

Stroll the picturesque Thessaloníki waterfront, a vibrant seaside boulevard lined with cafés, gardens, and public art installations. The scenic walk offers refreshing Mediterranean breezes, photo opportunities of the harbor, and access to charming neighborhoods perfect for leisurely exploration.

4

Modiano Market's Sensory Bazaar

Immerse yourself in the bustling Modiano covered market, a historic 1920s bazaar bursting with local vendors selling spices, olives, fresh produce, and traditional Greek products. This authentic shopping experience captures the vibrant spirit of Thessaloníki's daily life and culture.

5

Byzantine Treasures and Spiritual Sites

Discover Thessaloníki's exceptional collection of Byzantine churches, including the ornate Rotunda and the intricate mosaics of the Church of Saint Demetrius. These spiritual landmarks reveal the city's profound religious significance and artistic heritage spanning over 1,600 years.

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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.