The best months to visit Thessaloniki are Apr – Oct. 20–33°C, warm Mediterranean.
Quick facts
Currency EUR (Euro) 1 USD ≈ €0.92
Language Greek English widely spoken by young locals
Timezone EET (UTC+2) EEST (UTC+3) Mar–Oct
Best Months Apr – Oct 20–33°C, warm Mediterranean
Daily Budget ~$45–70 USD €40–65 budget traveller
Visa Schengen Zone EU/US/UK: 90 days visa-free
When to go
Greece's second city where Byzantine mosaics glow at dawn, meze platters arrive without ordering, and the waterfront runs on coffee and ouzo.
Getting Around in Thessaloniki
- OASTH city buses cover the city: single ticket €1.10 from kiosks. The planned metro is still under construction
- The centre is very walkable: Aristotelous to the White Tower is 1.5km, to Ano Poli about 2km uphill
- KTEL buses for day trips: Vergina, Halkidiki, and other destinations from the main station on 26 Oktovriou Street
For itineraries, costs and practical travel advice, see the full Thessaloniki travel guide.
Timezone: EET (UTC+2) (EEST (UTC+3) Mar–Oct)
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Thessaloniki?
The best months to visit Thessaloniki are Apr – Oct (20–33°C, warm Mediterranean), which makes for the most comfortable conditions for sightseeing and getting around. For what a trip costs day to day, see the Thessaloniki budget breakdown.
