Jewish Quarter Thessaloniki Private Car Tour

Visit the iconic White Tower of Thessaloniki, the city’s most famous landmark and symbol of Thessaloniki. Enjoy beautiful waterfront views, learn about its rich Ottoman and Byzantine history, and take memorable photos along the scenic seaside promenade.

The Monastirioton Synagogue in Thessaloniki is the oldest functioning synagogue in the city. Built in 1927 by Jews from Monastir (now Bitola, North Macedonia), it survived World War II and stands as a symbol of the city’s rich Jewish heritage. The synagogue features beautiful architecture and is still used for religious and cultural events today.

The Yad Lezikaron Synagogue in Thessaloniki is a poignant tribute to Jewish memory and resilience. Built in the mid-20th century by Holocaust survivors, its name means “Memorial Hand.” The synagogue offers a solemn and welcoming space for prayer, reflection, and community gatherings, preserving the spirit of Thessaloniki’s vibrant Jewish past.

Modiano Market in Thessaloniki is a century‑old covered food bazaar, built between 1922–25 by Eli Modiano over the old synagogue site. Restored in 2022, its glass‑roofed hall now houses around 75 stalls offering local produce, spices, seafood, tavernas, and multicultural street‑food in a vibrant historic setting.

The Yahudi Hamam in Thessaloniki is a historic Ottoman-era bathhouse built in the 16th century for the city’s Jewish community. Located near the market area, it reflects the multicultural past of Thessaloniki and today stands as an architectural reminder of that rich heritage.

The Jewish Museum of Thessaloniki, opened in 2001 in a restored 1904 building by Vitaliano Poselli, showcases the vibrant Sephardic community’s history—from ancient origins through World War II.

The Shoah Memorial on Eleftherias Square in Thessaloniki is a powerful bronze sculpture installed in 2006. It commemorates the deportation and extermination of the city’s ~50,000 Jews during WWII .