Waterfront & Umbrellas

The waterfront (Nea Paralia) is the locals' favourite walk — the redesigned seaside promenade where the city's daily heartbeat plays out, right by the sea.

The route

It stretches from the White Tower to the Concert Hall and is organised as a series of themed gardens (the Garden of Water, of Music, of Memory and more), with a cycle path along its whole length.

What you'll see

• The iconic "Umbrellas" sculpture by George Zongolopoulos — one of the most photographed spots in the city.
• The statue of Alexander the Great.
• The "floating" café-boats that cruise the gulf.

Good to know

Free, always open, and ideal for sunset, running and cycling. The Archaeological Museum and the Museum of Byzantine Culture are right beside it.