Greece

Day trips from Thessaloniki

Places you can visit in a day from Thessaloniki and be back by evening. Distances are in a straight line from the city centre.

Best day trips

1

Pella Archaeological Park
38 km from Thessaloniki
Ancient capital of Macedon with ruins and a museum, good for history lovers.
2

Edessa Waterfalls
76 km from Thessaloniki
Series of cascades near the town, easy walk and cool mist in summer.
3

Lake Kerkini
19 km from Thessaloniki
Wetland reserve with birdwatching platforms, peaceful lakeside scenery.
4

Petralona Cave
35 km from Thessaloniki
Prehistoric cave with fossil displays, reachable by a short drive.
5

Amphipolis Archaeological Site
79 km from Thessaloniki
Ancient city with a well‑preserved tomb and museum, insightful for archaeology.
6

Asprovalta Beach
67 km from Thessaloniki
Sandy beach north of Thessaloniki, quiet spot for a relaxed swim.