Nea Paralia (New Watefront), Thessaloniki
Nea Paralia (New Waterfront) is a seaside park in Thessaloniki, and is one of Greece鈥檚 most beautiful new public spaces. Since opening in 2013, this revitalized waterfront area has been a local landmark attracting numerous visitors and international accolades. The venue constitutes one of the biggest regeneration projects ever carried out in the city, covering 50,800 square meters with 1,100 trees, expanses of greenery and water.
This architectural feat by Prodromos Nikiforidis and Bernard Cuomo, renowned as one of the best promenades, perfectly combines natural elements and attractive design, and has taken more than a decade to complete. The three-kilometer retreat features 12 themed gardens, including those of Water, Music, Roses, Sound, Memory and others.
Punctuated by sculptures, beautiful fountains and marble benches, the boardwalk throngs with regular joggers, fishers, cyclists, and those busking or just gazing out to sea. Facilities such as cycling paths, sports grounds, children鈥檚 play areas, refreshment outlets and an amphitheater, contribute to an attractive atmosphere. Additional feature for kids is a small train. Thanks to the abundance of restaurants and bars on the site, the New Waterfront is just as attractive at night as it is during the day.
The park also regularly hosts various public events during the year, including musical concerts, art fairs, and the annual Book Festival.
On a clear day, you can see as far as Mount Olympus from here. For extra fun, you may hire a ThessBike bicycle (1 euro per hour) or take a free harbor cruise on one of the floating bars moored by the White Tower.
This architectural feat by Prodromos Nikiforidis and Bernard Cuomo, renowned as one of the best promenades, perfectly combines natural elements and attractive design, and has taken more than a decade to complete. The three-kilometer retreat features 12 themed gardens, including those of Water, Music, Roses, Sound, Memory and others.
Punctuated by sculptures, beautiful fountains and marble benches, the boardwalk throngs with regular joggers, fishers, cyclists, and those busking or just gazing out to sea. Facilities such as cycling paths, sports grounds, children鈥檚 play areas, refreshment outlets and an amphitheater, contribute to an attractive atmosphere. Additional feature for kids is a small train. Thanks to the abundance of restaurants and bars on the site, the New Waterfront is just as attractive at night as it is during the day.
The park also regularly hosts various public events during the year, including musical concerts, art fairs, and the annual Book Festival.
On a clear day, you can see as far as Mount Olympus from here. For extra fun, you may hire a ThessBike bicycle (1 euro per hour) or take a free harbor cruise on one of the floating bars moored by the White Tower.
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Sight Name: Nea Paralia (New Watefront)
Sight Location: Thessaloniki, Greece (See walking tours in Thessaloniki)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
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Sight Location: Thessaloniki, Greece (See walking tours in Thessaloniki)
Sight Type: Park/Outdoor
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:
Walking Tours in Thessaloniki, Greece
Create Your Own Walk in Thessaloniki
Creating your own self-guided walk in Thessaloniki is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Thessaloniki Introduction Walking Tour
Thessaloniki is Greece's second-largest city as well as its second major political, industrial, commercial, and economic center.
Historically, Thessaloniki co-ruled the Byzantine Empire along with Constantinople. But its history goes back even further than that. Cassander of Macedon originally founded the city in 315 BC. Cassander named the city after his wife, Thessalonike. Thessalonike... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Historically, Thessaloniki co-ruled the Byzantine Empire along with Constantinople. But its history goes back even further than that. Cassander of Macedon originally founded the city in 315 BC. Cassander named the city after his wife, Thessalonike. Thessalonike... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.7 Km or 2.3 Miles
Thessaloniki Upper Town Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 4.0 Km or 2.5 Miles
Thessaloniki Waterfront Tour
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Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
To really get the taste of Thessaloniki you need to visit not just its historical landmarks, but also those spots... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles