Greece

Thessaloniki

Greece’s vibrant second city, with a famous seafront, Byzantine treasures and a lively cultural scene.

Destination story

A place with its own rhythm.

Thessaloniki stretches along the Thermaic Gulf, where the White Tower and the long waterfront promenade set the scene. Roman monuments such as the Rotunda and the Arch of Galerius, UNESCO-listed Byzantine churches and the picturesque Ano Poli upper town tell over 2,300 years of history.

For WOFA participants, Thessaloniki is a young, energetic city with a deep love of music and culture. Groups can perform for lively audiences and enjoy the city’s celebrated food, sea views and friendly atmosphere.

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Why groups love Thessaloniki

01
Iconic seafront and White Tower
02
UNESCO-listed Byzantine monuments
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Roman and Ottoman heritage
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Lively student and cultural scene
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Famous Greek cuisine
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Warm, energetic atmosphere

Things to experience

01White Tower and the seafront promenade
02Aristotelous Square
03Rotunda and the Arch of Galerius
04Ano Poli upper town and city walls
05Byzantine churches of Thessaloniki
06Day trip to Vergina or Halkidiki

Plan your arrival

Travel & Logistics

Closest airports

Thessaloniki Airport Macedonia (SKG) — ~15 km from the city centre (about 25–30 min)
Budget airlines serving this airport: Ryanair, easyJet, Wizz Air

Train & coach arrival

• Thessaloniki railway station — trains to Athens and northern Greece • Macedonia KTEL bus station — intercity coaches

Organised by WOFA

• Airport & port transfers: available on request — share your flight or ferry details and our team will send a quote and coordinate private group transport to your hotel. • Local group coaches: private transport can be booked on request for concerts, performance venues and day trips. • Excursions & guided tours: tailored sightseeing and activities can be arranged for your group with upfront pricing. • All additional services are optional and priced on request, based on your group size and schedule.

Contact WOFA