Getting here
Thessaloniki “Makedonia” Airport (SKG) has direct flights to many European cities. From the airport, a taxi or bus takes you into the city centre.
Thessaloniki, Greece
Thessaloniki City Guide
A short guide to discovering Thessaloniki beyond the festival. Seaside walks, historic landmarks, great food and nightlife that fits perfectly into your Sensualonica Dance Festival weekend.
The essentials.
Getting around
Central Thessaloniki is easy to explore on foot. The city has a metro, an extensive bus network and taxis, while ride-hailing apps are also available.
Sightseeing
The White Tower, New Waterfront, Aristotelous Square, Rotunda and Upper Town make an easy route for getting to know the city.
Food
Thessaloniki is widely considered Greece’s culinary capital: bougatsa for breakfast, meze in Ladadika and seafood along the waterfront.
Nightlife
Bars and hangouts in Ladadika and Valaoritou, cafés along the New Waterfront. The city wakes up late and goes to sleep even later.
Practical info
Currency: euro. Language: Greek, with English widely spoken. April is springtime, so a light jacket is useful.
Discover Thessaloniki.
Six city spots worth exploring during the festival weekend.
White Tower & New Waterfront
Thessaloniki’s landmark, next to the long seaside park of the New Waterfront.
Umbrellas on the New Waterfront
One of the city’s most photographed sculptures, right on the waterfront promenade.
Ladadika
Former warehouses in the city centre, now filled with restaurants, bars and live music.
Upper Town & City Walls
Narrow streets, Byzantine walls and panoramic views over the city.
Aristotelous Square
Thessaloniki’s central square, a meeting point and a natural starting point for exploring downtown.
Rotunda & Arch of Galerius
A Roman monument and the iconic Arch of Galerius, just a short walk from each other.
Close to the venue.
Imperial Port Convention Club is in Thessaloniki, with easy access to both the city centre and the waterfront. The festival weekend can easily include time in the city between workshops and parties.
Available now
Full Pass
The complete three-day experience.
- All workshops across all 3 days
- All evening shows
- Entry to all parties
- Access to the 4 Party Rooms and poolside bachata
- Access to the Mediterranean Dance Cup Final
Premium option
Premium Full Pass
The complete Sensualonica experience together with the Zouk Pass.
- Everything included in the Sensualonica Full Pass
- Zouk Pass