Roman Forum, Thessaloniki

Name: Roman Forum
Address: Thessaloniki, Greece

#38 among attractions in Thessaloniki

Square, Ruins, Historical place

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The Roman Forum of Thessaloniki is the ancient Roman-era forum of the city, located at the upper side of Aristotelous Square. ()

Local name: Ρωμαϊκή Αγορά της Θεσσαλονίκης Coordinates: 40°38'19"N, 22°56'48"E

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Roman Forum – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Hagios Demetrios, Hagia Sophia, Atatürk Museum, Rotunda.

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Historic mosque built in 1400s
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Roman Forum open?

Roman Forum is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 8 am - 3 pm
Wednesday 8 am - 3 pm
Thursday 8 am - 3 pm
Friday 8 am - 3 pm
Saturday 8 am - 3 pm
Sunday 8 am - 3 pm

Which popular attractions are close to Roman Forum?

Nearby attractions include Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments of Thessaloniki, Thessaloniki (2 min walk), Hagios Demetrios, Thessaloniki (2 min walk), Alaca Imaret Mosque, Thessaloniki (5 min walk), Bey Hamam, Thessaloniki (5 min walk).

How to get to Roman Forum by public transport?

The nearest stations to Roman Forum:

Bus

Αγιοσ Δημητριοσ • Lines: 23 (3 min walk)
Διοικητηριο • Lines: 23 (4 min walk)

Metro

Βενιζέλου • Lines: Βασική Γραμμή Μετρό, Γραμμή Μετρό Καλαμαριάς (7 min walk)
Αγίας Σοφίας • Lines: Βασική Γραμμή Μετρό, Γραμμή Μετρό Καλαμαριάς (7 min walk)

Ferry

Thessaloniki (20 min walk)

Train

Thessaloniki Railway Station (26 min walk)
Thessaloniki Freight Station (30 min walk)