Our favorite places in Thessaloniki!

Enjoy drinks at trendy rooftop bars, dine at hip cafes, and of course, soak up the sun on the beach: Thessaloniki has it all. With an average of 300 days of sunshine per year, it's the perfect destination for living and working abroad. Especially for you, we've listed the five best hotspots for when you're working in Thessaloniki! Read, enjoy & get inspired!

Chalkidiki

Is the water really that blue there, or did they put a nice filter on it? No, Chalkidiki truly has the most beautiful blue water you've ever seen. Chalkidiki (or Halkidiki) is located near the south of the city of Thessaloniki. It consists of several bustling peninsulas with beaches full of fun beach clubs. So, it's ideal for a day trip when you're working abroad.

Fragile Rooftop Bar Thessaloniki

Enjoy drinks while overlooking the entire city? You can do just that at Fragile Rooftop Bar in Thessaloniki. It's a lovely spot where you can wine into the late hours of the evening. You'll find this bar right in the heart of Valaoritou, one of the coolest neighborhoods for going out. Good to know: you can also enjoy a delightful brunch there on the weekends. Brunch with a view? A great idea for when you're working in Greece!

Street art in Valaoritou

A real must-see in Thessaloniki is the street art in the Valaoritou district. You can wander around here for hours (your step counter will be proud) while admiring the most artsy works by the locals. Feeling tired from all that walking? This neighborhood is full of charming restaurants and is definitely not to be missed when you're working in Thessaloniki! Do we need to say more?

Elia Lemoni X Thessaloniki

If you're going to work in Greece, you absolutely can't miss this culinary hotspot! Delicious authentic Greek dishes with a modern twist, including the locals' favorite, Greek mezze. These are delightful small dishes (similar to tapas in Spain, but better, of course) that you can share with multiple people. It's fun to take friends along when you're working in Thessaloniki. So, definitely give it a try!

Picturesque village of Hanioti

Near Thessaloniki lies the charming village of Hanioti. In addition to the beautiful white beaches and crystal-clear blue waters, you'll find a lively promenade with charming restaurants, clubs, and shops. Here, you can taste delicious traditional Greek dishes while enjoying a well-deserved glass of wine.

Of course, there are many more hip cafes, trendy bars, and lovely beaches to visit when you're living and working in Thessaloniki. So, please let us know in the comments which hotspots you think absolutely must be on this list! Thank you, merci, gracias, or in Greek, efcharistó.

Do you want to have enough time to discover all the hotspots in Thessaloniki and its surroundings? Then consider living and working in Thessaloniki! Quickly check out all the job opportunities in Thessaloniki and start an adventure in Greece!