Hire a car from Thessaloniki Airport
Start your Greek Odyssey in Thessaloniki and spend your days discovering ancient history, pristine beaches and delicious local cuisine. By hiring a car at Thessaloniki International Airport, begin your holiday in comfort and set your own itinerary. Choose your desired vehicle from our extensive fleet and book the one that best suits your budget. From economy models to family saloons, SUVs to convertibles, our range of vehicles is ready for every possible journey you may wish to make.
Once you have selected your car, Avis offers a range of extras and services you can add onto your reservation to make your trip even better, including child seats, GPS and additional drivers.
Plan your journey from Thessaloniki Airport
One of Greece’s largest, oldest and proudest cities, Thessaloniki is a melting pot of different cultures and traditions, both fascinating and exotic in equal measure. Not only that, but there are sun-soaked beaches nearby and a vibrant nightlife, so whether you’re dreaming of a sunshine break or you are an avid history buff, this holiday destination caters to all.
Thessaloniki is located in the Macedonia region of Greece and the city centre is approximately 20 minutes south of the airport via route 67 and route 25. There are many key attractions to tour round during your stay, including the ancient Roman Forum, the Hagia Sophia and the old Turkish quarter. Learn more about the region’s heritage at the Folk and Ethnological Museum of Macedonia and then slide behind the wheel of your hire car and enjoy an exhilarating drive to the beach.
Whether you choose to base yourself in Thessaloniki or travel further afield, you can spend more time getting to know this fascinating region with an Avis hire car.
Beyond Thessalonoki Airport
On a road trip from Thessaloniki find out why this region’s scenic surroundings and incredible beaches are second-to-none. With a picturesque setting in northern Greece, it makes an ideal base for visiting historical monuments, spectacular mountains, peaceful villages and stunning beach resorts.
Your road trip itinerary could include the ruins of Pella, the ancient capital of Macedonia, 45 minutes’ drive from Thessaloniki. Discover the beauty of Mount Olympus, just three hours from Thessaloniki, or take a tour to Vergina to see the Museum of Royal Tombs of Aigai-Vergina and learn about the Macedonian dynasty. If you love the sea then make sure you plan to spend some time visiting the sun-soaked beaches and turquoise waters in the region. A few top choices include Agia Triada beach, Potamos beach and Sani beach – all within an hour of the city.
If you feel like venturing east, Alexandroupoli is a lovely seaside town at the crossroads of Europe and Asia and makes a perfect base from which to explore the Evros Delta National Park, one of the most important wetlands in Europe.