Thessaloniki is the oldest city in Greece, which simply amazes with its sights . And besides the history there are also magnificent beaches that make Thessaloniki a very popular resort . Despite the fact that there is an international airport in Thessaloniki, as well as an important seaport, the city absolutely not like a business metropolis . Almost all buildings here do not exceed three floors, and from any windows you can see the sea . Public transport in Thessaloniki is not bad, but the best way to get acquainted with the city will be to take the car kat and travel independently .

Despite the fact that there is an international airport in Thessaloniki, as well as an important seaport, the city does not look like a business metropolis.

Rent a car in Thessaloniki is very common. Here you can rent a car at the airport or at a rental office in the city center. The approximate cost of renting a car for a day is about 25 EUR for a subcompact. In order to take a car for rent, you need to be at least 21 years old and have an international driving license. Of course, it is possible to rent a car on a national identity card, but not every bureau will agree to accept it.

For the conclusion of a contract, which, by the way, is recommended to be studied with special care, a passport and credit card will also be required. Rental cars are insured for basic programs. Full hull or small insurance cases (wheel puncture, damage to the windshield, bottom or side mirror) are paid separately.

It is possible that the rental company will "freeze" on your credit card a certain amount (usually the cost of a week lease of your chosen car) , - this is necessary for securing.

The most important thing in driving on a car in Thessaloniki is to comply with the speed limit. You will be surprised, moving at a speed of 50 km / h, when local drivers will sweep past you. However, do not be like their example - first, it is unsafe, and secondly, for excess speed in the city there is a serious penalty. Tugovato in Thessaloniki and with parking lots, so be very careful when choosing where to park: parking in the wrong place is also punishable by a fine.

Having a car at your disposal, you can easily visit the most interesting places in Thessaloniki. In the north-eastern part of the city in the old days was the imperial palace. Today there are only ruins, but they also impress tourists, in particular, the Arc de Triomphe of Galeria. Be sure to look at the ancient church of St. George, which was built in the 4th century, and in 16 it was turned into a mosque.

City symbol - The White Tower is a majestic round building of light brick towering above the city.

Inside the tower is located the historical museum of the city, and nearby - the archaeological, with magnificent collections of Byzantine jewels. In the vicinity of Thessaloniki there is also a lot of interesting things: take a rental car in the Pasha Gardens with a magnificent park with a beautiful view of the city.


All prices are for September 2014