Weather
The average daily temperature in November is in the low to mid 60°F (16-18°C) with a mixture of sunshine and rain, depending on the region. Check the current local forecast here.
Currency
The official currency in Greece is the Euro. Click here for currency conversion. Major credit cards (such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express) are widely accepted in Thessaloniki, and contactless payments (such as Apple Pay and Google Pay) are becoming more popular. However, carrying some cash, especially smaller bills, is recommended for street vendors, informal markets, tips, and traveling in rural areas. If needed, ATMs are the easiest way to withdraw cash from your home account. Be sure to inform your bank before traveling abroad and be aware that there may be fees charged for cash withdrawals. It is advisable to exchange some cash before traveling to Thessaloniki.
Electricity
In Greece the power outlets are type F, or "Schuko" outlets. The standard voltage is 230 Volts and the standard frequency is 50 Hertz. If you travel with a device that does not accept 230 Volts and 50 Hertz, you will need to bring a voltage converter with you. You may also need a plug adapter if your appliance's plug has a different shape.
Attractions
White Tower
Sturdy and imposing, the White Tower has been gazing over Thessaloniki's waterfront since the 16th century. Known over the years as the Kalamaria Fortress, Janissaries Tower, and Blood Tower, the one-time prison was sanctified when it was symbolically painted white in 1890. Inside, there is a multimedia museum that narrates the city's history.
Aristotle Square
This water waterfront square, designed in an eclectic style that combines Byzantine and Western architecture, is one of the most famous places in Greece. It forms an important part of life in Thessaloniki with some of the city's most beautiful buildings and sights.
Church of Agios Dimitrios
This grand church honors the patron saint of Thessaloniki, who is celebrated every year on October 26. Discover the mystical atmosphere of this beautiful church and its unusual shrine. It's been on the UNESCO's list of world Heritage Sites since 1988!
Archaeological Museum
Macedonia's pre-history, Hellenistic, and Roman periods are charged in this amazing museum, home to many of the region's major archaeological discoveries. Be sure to check out the Derveni Papyrus, Greece's oldest surviving papyrus piece, recognized as the oldest "book" in Europe!
Museum of Byzantine Culture
Visitors can visit 11 galleries of exhibits and travel back to the world of Byzantium through thematic sections that depict many aspects of Byzantine culture, including daily private and public life, worship and burial customs, architecture and art, and business and commerce.
Jewish Museum
The Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki is housed in one of the few Jewish buildings that weren't destroyed in the great fire of 1917. Its exhibits present the vast history and culture of the Jews who lived in Thessaloniki since the 15th century.
Ladadika
The old commercial facilities of the portside Ladadika district provide a retro background to a lively, modern hangout. Renovated in 1996 to give the area a more "trendy" vibe, stop by for a coffee, nibble, or cocktail at the stylish bars and restaurants in one of the most avant-garde neighborhoods in the city.
Arch of Galerius & Rotunda (Kamara)
Thessaloniki's triumphal Arch of Galerius is part of a 4th-century AD building complex that includes the Rotunda and palatial ensemble at Navarino Square. The Rotunda, built in 306 AD under Roman emperor Galerius, is a 30m-high dome comparable to Rome's Pantheon. South of the Rotunda on Egnatia, the Arch of Galerius celebrates the emperor's victory over the Persians in martial scenes carved into marble panels. Known locally as Kamara, this landmark is also the city's main meeting spot.
Venizelou Station: The World's First Open Metro Museum
This station is the centerpiece of the metro and a marvel of engineering and archaeological preservation. This station allows visitors to experience an open museum underground, featuring a Byzantine road complete with shops, workshops, and other urban elements that are preserved exactly as they were unearthed.
Visit the Thessaloniki Tourism website for more information on traveling to Thessaloniki, Greece.