Tower
White Tower of Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki, Greece
The waterfront tower that has become the symbol of Thessaloniki.
Square · Greece · Central Macedonia
Aristotelous Square
The grand open square that leads down to the sea.
Free to enter about 30 min
For storytellers
Why Aristotelous Square matters
Aristotelous Square is a wide, elegant space lined with arcaded buildings and cafes, opening to the bay on one side. It is the city's main gathering point for concerts, events and sunset coffees. Walking toward the sea from the top gives a pleasing view.
Talking points
- It opens straight onto the waterfront.
- Cafes line the sides.
- Events and concerts happen here.
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