Hagia Sophia Cathedral

Beautiful. This is one of the most important Byzantine Orthodox churches in Thessaloniki and is certainly worth a visit. The church is decorated with golden frescoes dating from the 8th to 9th centuries. It is still a working church so be respectful and also be careful of the dress code,

The Hagia Sophia is one of the most important Byzantine Orthodox churches in Thessaloniki. That's why it's a must to see if you visit the city. The church is richly decorated with brightly colored and golden frescoes dating from the eighth to ninth centuries.

Although the church is now freestanding at the center of a city block, in the Middle Ages it was surrounded by buildings, including the putative remains of the medieval episcopal residence to the north - interesting lovely place.

The Hagia Sophia is one of the most important Byzantine Orthodox churches in Thessaloniki. Unfortunately, we visited in the late afternoon and all the lights were off, so the photos I took are quite dark. That said, the church is richly decorated with brightly colored and golden frescoes dating from the eighth to ninth centuries. For a small donation of a few euros, a small booklet in English is available containing historical information about the church and the works it contains. Religious services are still held in this church. Be careful with your dress code; I haven't seen an explicit code, but I would avoid ripped pants, skimpy clothing, or shirts with disrespectful writings or images.

Beautiful place to visit. I would advise though going with a tour guide or have a guidebook to explain the interior design and paintings, as there is no information anywhere. Yet there is an English language translation of the coffin and relics of Saint Basil the Confessor in one niche.

I enjoyed the dimmed light inside the Cathedral. The church has its inner peace. The mosaics are beutiful

Hagia Sophia in Thessaloniki is well worth the effort to visit. It’s centrally located and easy to find, and stepping inside is like entering another world. The atmosphere is calm and slightly mysterious, making it a peaceful break from the city outside. It was very busy even on a weekday morning in May. The interior is stunning—slightly gothic in feel, with beautiful arched windows that filter in natural light. The chandeliers are especially striking, adding a quiet elegance to the space. There’s a strong sense of symmetry and grace in the way everything is arranged. What stood out most for me was how balanced and beautiful the design is. It doesn’t overwhelm, but it stays with you. A really memorable place and one of the highlights of Thessaloniki.

This is the nicest church I saw in Thessaloniki. Lovely frescoes and mosaics, ornate chandeliers, all bathed in a golden light. If you love old churches don't miss this one.