Thessaloniki Waterfront

The new and exquisite Thessaloniki Waterfront runs for 3 km along the seaside, with ample opportunities for relaxation and recreation. On one side, the sunkissed gulf hits the breakwater, an ideal strip of land for running, jogging, leisurely walking, or simply enjoying the view. The inner side of the coast boasts 13 green spaces, which are individual gardens - each with a unique selling point and worth exploring.

The most popular ones are the Garden of Alexander, complete with a statue of the great emperor, the Garden of Mediterranean, the Garden of Music, and the Garden of Afternoon Sun. There are playgrounds, basketball courts, and skating tracks for children in the gardens and the calmness of nature for grownups to relax. The Municipality of Thessaloniki held an International Architectural Competition in 2000 to develop the waterfront and what stands today overlooking the Thermaic Gulf is the design that won the first prize.