Shopping in Thessaloniki: streets, malls and outlet (2026)
Thessaloniki's shopping streets, malls and outlet, when shops open and how to claim a VAT refund.
- Tsimiski is the main shopping street, with the big fashion chains.
- The biggest mall is Mediterranean Cosmos, with about 200 shops.
- Most shops close on Sunday, including in malls.
Plan a shopping day on a weekday or Saturday: most shops close on Sunday. Keep receipts to claim a VAT refund at the airport.
Where to shop in Thessaloniki
Thessaloniki is an easy city for shopping: most shops are in the centre, within walking distance of each other, and there are large malls outside the centre. The city calls the central area an "open shopping centre" (Thess Open Mall): Aristotelous, Mitropoleos, Pavlou Mela, Nikis Avenue and the streets that cross them.
Tsimiski Street: the main shopping street
Tsimiski is Thessaloniki's main shopping street, with the international fashion chains (Zara, H&M, Bershka, Stradivarius) and shoe and bag shops. Parallel to it runs Mitropoleos Street, with smaller shops and boutiques.
- Attica – a fashion department store in the centre with international and Greek brands.
- Notos Galleries – a five-storey department store: clothing, footwear and bags.
- Plateia – a small central mall with shops, a cinema and restaurants, popular with students.
Malls and outlet
| Place | What's there | Hours (weekdays / Sat / Sun) |
|---|---|---|
| Mediterranean Cosmos | Northern Greece's largest mall: about 200 shops and 30 cafés and restaurants | 10:00–21:00 / 10:00–20:00 / shops closed, restaurants open |
| One Salonica | City mall | 10:00–21:00 / 10:00–20:00 / closed (except restaurants) |
| Mega Outlet | Brand outlet | 10:00–21:00 / 10:00–20:00 / closed (except before holidays) |
A 2026 report says Mega Outlet is being sold, so check it is open before you go. Mediterranean Cosmos is outside the centre, towards the airport; go by car or taxi.
Opening hours
- Most shops are closed on Sunday, including in malls (cafés and restaurants open).
- On Tsimiski, chain stores usually open 09:00–21:00 on weekdays and 09:00–20:00 on Saturday.
- Smaller shops, for example on Egnatia, may keep split hours with a midday break.
- Shops close on Greek public holidays. See our Greek holidays and open shops calendar.
What to buy
Thessaloniki is known for food: sweets such as Panorama's trigona, spices, olives and olive oil from the central markets. Greek fashion brands can also be good value compared with Israel.
VAT refund
Israeli residents can reclaim VAT on purchases above a minimum amount at shops in the Tax Free scheme. See our Greece VAT refund guide.
Combining shopping with a trip? See our Thessaloniki guide and the Thessaloniki destination page.
FAQ
What is the main shopping street in Thessaloniki? Tsimiski Street in the centre, with Mitropoleos running parallel. The big fashion chains are there.
Is there an outlet in Thessaloniki? There is Mega Outlet, but a 2026 report says it is being sold. Check it is open before you go.
Are shops in Thessaloniki open on Sunday? Mostly not. Even in malls, shops are closed on Sunday; only cafés and restaurants open.
What is the biggest mall in Thessaloniki? Mediterranean Cosmos, with about 200 shops and 30 cafés and restaurants.
