If you vacation without a car, we recommend places in the Thessaloniki region and Halkidiki that are well connected by transportation, from which you can enjoy sightseeing on foot or by local transport. Below are recommendations for places that are easily accessible from Serbia, have beautiful beaches, are well stocked, and provide everything tourists need for a great vacation. They also have good public transport, so even people without their own car can easily visit other famous beaches and places in the area.

Perea - the closest place to Thessaloniki and the airport

Advantages:
  • If you arrive to Thessaloniki by bus or van, you can reach Perea by city bus or boat from the city center.
  • Perea is an urban resort with a variety of amenities where you will have everything you need for a pleasant vacation.
  • Nothing will be missing during your stay in Perea, as it is excellently stocked. In addition to supermarkets, there are a large number of fast food restaurants, taverns, various shops, fantastic pastry shops, excellent bakeries, and fish restaurants.
  • Perea is connected to Nea Epivates by a long promenade and beach, and in the immediate vicinity is a small fishing village, Agia Triada.
  • We recommend Nei Epivates for those who want a quieter vacation, while the neighboring Perea is for those who love lively and urban places.
Beaches:
  • The place is known for a beach that stretches for several kilometers, with restaurants, taverns, cafes, and of course a promenade lining the entire beach where you can walk for hours.
  • The beaches also offer various water sports such as pedal boating, jet skiing, diving, and sailing.
What to visit by local transport:
  • Regular bus lines connect these destinations with Thessaloniki and the airport.
  • You can take a boat that goes every half hour to an hour to visit Thessaloniki and experience it from a different perspective.
  • Many hotels and local agencies organize excursions.

More about Perea. Accommodation.

For touring Thessaloniki, our guide can help you choose and visit what interests you. Thessaloniki Guide.

Nea Flogita and Nea Plagia

Advantages:
  • Proximity to Thessaloniki (30 minutes by bus), which is convenient for families with children. Buses depart from the KTEL Halkidiki station (located in the eastern part of Thessaloniki - Kalamaria).
  • Regular bus lines connect Nea Flogita and Nea Plagia with Thessaloniki and Kassandra, facilitating exploration.
  • Well-kept places with promenades, trees, and parks.
  • Arvanitidis, Lidl, and Carrefour supermarkets, and a green market open daily.
Beaches:
  • Sandy beach with a gradual depth, suitable for children.
  • Shade under the trees during hot days.
  • Organized water sports and sandy sports fields.
What to visit by local bus:

Nea Kallikratia

Advantages:
  • Popular and the largest resort (35 km from Thessaloniki).
  • The city has plenty of amenities for all ages, pastry shops, cafes, fast food, restaurants, etc.
  • More affordable compared to Kassandra and Sithonia.
  • There are plenty of stores, markets, Lidl, and other supermarkets.
  • The bus to Nea Kallikratia departs from the KTEL Halkidiki station (located in the eastern part of Thessaloniki - Kalamaria).
Beaches:
  • It has a long sandy beach with a gradual depth and a shallow area for children.
  • The beach is organized with showers, changing cabins, and space for towels and personal equipment.
What to visit:
  • Thessaloniki or Nea Moudania for shopping and sightseeing.
  • You can visit the most beautiful and famous beach, Sahara, on foot. It is about 3 km from Nea Kallikratia.
  • To the east, we recommend Mikoniatika beach, a half-hour walk from Kallikratia.
  • You can also visit Kassandra by bus, as the line passing through Kallikratia continues to Kassandra. Buses run frequently throughout the day.
    Link to detailed description.
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Nea Moudania and Paralia Dionisiu Beach

Advantages:
  • Here you can vacation at more affordable prices than in other places and it offers all the necessary amenities for a quality and pleasant vacation.
  • There are large supermarkets so shopping will not be a problem (Lidl, Masoutis, Arvanitidis, as well as a market on Wednesdays).
  • A place where many of our tourists buy leather jackets, for which it is known.
  • We recommend it to everyone who wants a lively place full of tourists, and if you prefer a quieter place, we recommend Paralia Dionisiu, a small place near the beach of the same name which is connected to Moudania.
  • In Moudania, you will find cafes, taverns, and a long promenade with benches and playgrounds in the shade.
Beaches:
  • Miles-long, well-kept, sandy beach with crystal clear water and a long shallow area - ideal for children.
  • Dionisiu is the most beautiful part, with a wide sandy beach, plenty of space, and a gradual entry into the sea.
  • Organized beaches offer sun loungers with a drink order, showers, and changing cabins. There is plenty of space for all visitors, so there is usually no crowded.
What to visit:
  • It is located in an attractive location and is well connected by bus lines, so even tourists vacationing without a car can visit a lot.
  • By local transport, you can visit large shopping centers like Cosmos, Ikea, Mega Outlet, and Waterland aqua park. You can also visit Thessaloniki.
  • Regular bus lines connect the resort to Kassandra and Sithonia, providing an opportunity to explore the best beaches and towns of Halkidiki.
    Detailed description of Nea Moudania.
    Accommodation.

Stavros

Advantages:
  • You can reach Stavros by regular bus lines from Thessaloniki from the KTEL Macedonia station - a station for intercity and international transport (in the western part of Thessaloniki).
  • In Stavros, you will have everything you need for a great family vacation, from the beach to entertainment venues to supplies.
  • Surrounded by hills and forests, known as a spa town due to the winds’ breeze.
  • This resort has more affordable accommodation and services compared to others. On the way to Asprovalta, you can also shop at Lidl.
Beaches:
  • If you are vacationing with children, the beach in Stavros has a shallow area and natural shade, which is suitable for children of all ages.
  • It also has showers, changing cabins, lifeguards, and access for people with disabilities.
What to visit by local transport:
  • Regular lines connect Stavros to Thessaloniki and Kavala so you can visit both cities as well as places in between.
  • In local agencies, you can go on some of the excursions they offer, to Meteora, Thassos, Kavala, the island of Kafkanas, and Mount Athos.
  • You can also visit Ano Stavros, a traditional village with churches and taverns, offering a fantastic view of the Strimonikos Bay.
    Link to detailed description. Accommodation

Asprovalta

Advantages:
  • The largest resort in the region, known for its lively atmosphere.
  • Offers many affordable shops for shopping, including Lidl, cafes, restaurants, and taverns.
  • Rich content for both children and adults, as well as nightlife for young people.
  • It has a health center.
  • Large promenade, lots of greenery and shade for hot summer days, and a wide range of accommodation.
  • This town offers everything you need for a perfect vacation.
  • The bus to Asprovalta departs from the KTEL Macedonia station - a station for intercity and international transport (in the western part of Thessaloniki).
Beach:
  • Asprovalta has a beautiful, very long sandy beach. Sandy on the shore, with sandy bottom in the water, but no shallow areas, depth starts relatively quickly.
  • It is mostly organized, with parts full of umbrellas and sun loungers, as well as space for personal towels and furniture.
  • There are toys for children and water sports.
  • There are also wild parts, ideal for those seeking peace and quiet during their vacation.
What to visit in the surroundings:
  • A leisurely walk can take you to the smaller town of Nea Vrasna.
  • Regular bus lines connect Asprovalta and Stavros to Thessaloniki and Kavala.
  • The famous Monastery of St. Lydia is located above the town on a hill.
    Link to detailed description.
    Accommodation.

Kassandra - Kalithea, Hanioti, and Pefkohori

Advantages:

Kassandra is the most famous peninsula in Halkidiki, with excellent intercity transportation that allows easy access to all places and beaches on Kassandra.
Kalithea, Pefkohori, and Hanioti are popular places, well-stocked, and with all the amenities necessary for a great vacation.
If you like the summer crowds, choose Pefkohori. For a rich nightlife, choose Kalithea, and for a peaceful holiday, choose Hanioti.

Beaches:

In addition to the city beaches in the mentioned places, you can visit beaches like Chrousso Bay or Ksenija Beach, Golden beach, Possidi.

What to visit if you are vacationing without a car on Kassandra?

We suggest you visit Afitos in the afternoon and experience a very romantic sunset in this picturesque place.
At the beginning of Kassandra, in Nea Fokea, you can visit the cave church of St. Paul, where water still springs that is considered miraculous and holy.
Kalithea place . Accommodation
Pefkohori place. Accommodation
Hanioti place. Accommodation

These destinations offer vacations in the nearest resorts without the stress and need for your own transportation. If you want to enjoy the natural beauty and rich history of this region, you don’t have to worry about driving - just put on comfortable sandals and enjoy every step!

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