Thessaloniki Waterfront & The Umbrellas
Νέα Παραλία – Ομπρέλες Ζογγολόπουλου
A seafront promenade several kilometres long, running from the port to the Concert Hall, linked by themed gardens, with the famous Umbrellas sculpture near its end.
Thessaloniki's waterfront promenade runs from the old port to the Concert Hall in the southeast of the city. The New Waterfront, Nea Paralia, east of the White Tower, has been transformed into a series of themed gardens, making it the best place to stroll, cycle and watch the sunset. Sculptor Zongolopoulos's work Umbrellas (Ombrelles) consists of a group of metal umbrellas flying upward. It is the most popular photo spot, and the silhouettes are especially lovely at sunset. The entire route is free.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Archaeological Museum of Thessaloniki
- Museum of Byzantine Culture
- White Tower of Thessaloniki
- Palace of Galerius
- Arch of Galerius (Kamara)
- Rotunda of Galerius
- Hagia Sophia, Thessaloniki
- Church of the Acheiropoietos