Car rental Thessaloniki, Greece

Car Rental Thessaloniki – Must Know

Diesel vehicles may not drive in Thessaloniki. Speed ​​limits in Greece are measured in KPH. Check the road signs as speeds can vary greatly. You must drive on the right hand side of the road. The minimum age for car rental in Greece is 21. You must always have your driving licence (either international or EU one) in a car. The middle lane of a three lane highway is for passing. Double lines on roads indicate that overtaking is not permitted.

Attractions in Thessaloniki

Rotunda

This monument was built in 306 AD as the mausoleum of the Roman Emperor Galerius. Later the Rotunda became a church dedicated to St. George and wonderful 4th century mosaics were added. After serving as a mosque for the Ottomans, the Rotunda now houses Christian art and occasionally holds art exhibitions and concerts. This sight is a must visit by your car rental Thessaloniki.

White Tower

Constructed in the 15th century this tower served as a defensive bulwark, an infamous prison, a place of execution, and now is home to a wonderful collection of sculptures, frescoes, and other interesting artefacts from 300 to 1400 AD portraying the amazing history and culture of the city. The White Tower, once known as the Bloody Tower, has become the city's most famous landmark, which you may come to explore by your car rental vehicle.

Geni Tzami (Mosque)  

Thessaloniki’s Geni Mosque is an important monument from the Ottoman period which is worth to be visited by your car rental vehicle. It was built in 1902 for the Donmeh by the architect Vitaliano Poselli. It is divided into two floors and is consistent with the ecclesiastic architecture of the 20th century. Today Geni Mosque is used as an exhibition space.

Ano Poli District

The district of Ano Poli (Upper City) is located in the highest part of town and is surrounded by Byzantine walls. The easiest way to get there will be your car rental vehicle. Ano Poli is different from other areas due to the presence of historical monuments dating from the period of the Byzantine era to the Turkish rule. Hundreds of protected buildings are typical examples of traditional Macedonian architecture. Narrow streets lead to blind alleys and to the small picturesque squares with fountains, sycamore trees, vineyards, cafes and taverns.