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Car Hire Thessaloniki

Thessaloniki is Greece’s second largest city, and is capital to the region of Macedonia. This picturesque city is a wonderful mix of the old and new. It was destroyed by a massive fire in 1917 and rebuilt some years later, retaining the magnificent ancient structures such as the Arch of Galerius and the beautiful old wooden houses in the Upper Town.

You’ll love the seaside location of Thessaloniki with the main squares of the city, Platia Elefterias and Platia Aristotelous, both on the waterfront and buzzing with shops and restaurants. Be sure to save enough time to try the cafes, restaurants, bars and ouzeries of Thessaloniki where you will really feel the essence of life in one of the most interesting and fascinating places in Europe. A hire car in Thessaloniki with DriveAway Holidays provides complete freedom and flexibility to drive throughout this incredible city, and also allows you the independence to explore off the beaten track.

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Drive a Hire Car in Thessaloniki

Collect you car hire in Thessaloniki, and get ready to see the sights. Drive to the White Tower of Thessaloniki, which is now home to the Museum of Byzantine Cultures, and the top of the tower offers spectacular views of the city. Stroll down the promenade of Nikis Avenue, and take in the shops and restaurants that line the waterfront. Or visit the nearby old market near Aristotelous Square. Thessaloniki's Archaeology Museum houses a huge collection of treasures, and is not to be missed. This city also has some of the world’s most beautiful churches, such as the church of Saint George, a domed building dating from the 4th century AD.

There is plenty to see outside the capital of Thessaloniki, and you can do just that with your car hire from DriveAway Holidays! Drive south of the city to Greece's highest mountain, Mount Olympus, home to the Gods of Greek mythology, and you can climb one of the many hiking trails toward the top of the peak. Visit the town of Vergina and the city of Aigai, the ancient first capital of the Kingdom of Macedonia, where you'll see the remains of the monumental palace decorated with ancient mosaics and painted stuccos. Take your car hire from Thessaloniki to the Chalkidiki region to enjoy the beautiful beaches and green pine forests of the Sythonian Peninsular. Whether you're interested in history and natural beauty, recreation, or both, a car hire with DriveAway Holidays will make your holiday complete!