⭐ Highlight
White Tower of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki's waterfront landmark, a 15th-century Ottoman tower housing a museum of the city's history with rooftop views.
Typical duration
60 min
Price
€6 entry (≈ $6.5)
From port
1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Transfer time
20 min
Indoor / Outdoor
mixed
Queue risk
medium
👨👩👧 Family friendly⚡ Good for short stops
🕐 Best time to visit
Morning or late afternoon to avoid the midday heat
The White Tower has guarded Thessaloniki's waterfront since Ottoman times, serving as garrison and prison before becoming the city's emblem. A spiral ramp climbs six floors of exhibits on the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman city to a rooftop terrace with a wide view over the gulf.
Getting there from the port
Walk east along the seafront from the port, or take a short taxi
🚌 Best transport: walk💶 Cost: Free on foot, or ~€6 by taxi