We choose to introduce the hosting city of Thessaloniki by its brand phrase: “many stories, one heart”

A compact, human-scale city shaped by its strategic position in the region and its waterfront location, Thessaloniki boasts a history of over 3,000 years. Its multicultural identity—formed through Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman influences—remains vibrant today.

With a strong academic community, Thessaloniki is a youthful and dynamic destination, often chosen for city breaks thanks to its renowned food and entertainment culture. The city has been highlighted by international media, including National Geographic Travel, as a lively nightlife destination.

To discover ICDS's 2026 host city, visit 

Thessaloniki Tourism Organization & Thessaloniki Convention Bureau (TCB)

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Airport transportation

Welcome to Thessaloniki!

Bus service runs every 30 minutes and the journey to the city center takes about 40 – 50 minutes.

Non-stop service to and from the city centre:

  • Bus Route No. X1 “KTEL – Airport ”
  • Bus Route No. N1 “KTEL – Airport ” (Night Service)

Public transport tickets can be purchased:

Tickets can be purchased by vending machines on board the service. On-board vending machines accept exact change only. For more information, please click HERE.

Taxi companies operate 24-hour call centers, ready to receive your order or make an advance booking for you. Most taxis currently use satellite navigator systems that facilitate a fast and easy transfer to any destination in the city.

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Public Transportation

The conference area is easy to reach by public transportation.

Buses run frequently throughout the day. Check the Thessaloniki Urban Transport Organization website for more information.

The Thessaloniki Metro also provides a convenient option for city transfers. For more information, please click HERE.

REGULAR FARE – SINGLE TRIP TICKETS: 0,60 €

Transportation to and from the Airport is possible through Taxis.

 

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Bike Rental
You can discover Thessaloniki from another perspective and navigate through the city and its most important sightseeing by bike, always being cautious of the cars drivers around you! Thessaloniki offers a bicycle network of approximately 12 km, mainly in the seafront. There are numerous bike rentals in Thessaloniki, a Google search will help you locate them. One of the is BikeIT rental shop at 2 Leof. Meg. Alexandrou where you can find bikes for adults or for groups, from 10:00am to 22:00pm.

For more information CLICK HERE.