{"id":2793,"date":"2026-08-29T09:09:29","date_gmt":"2023-10-31T17:50:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rentacarpotos.gr\/blog\/?p=2793"},"modified":"2026-08-29T08:26:36","modified_gmt":"2026-08-29T06:26:36","slug":"parking-in-thessaloniki","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentacarpotos.gr\/blog\/thessaloniki\/parking\/","title":{"rendered":"Parking in Thessaloniki: Complete Guide to Zones, Garages & Costs"},"content":{"rendered":"

Parking in Thessaloniki is regulated by the THESi controlled-zone system<\/strong>: blue zones allow short stays (up to 2 hours) at \u20ac1.70\/hour<\/strong>, yellow zones permit longer durations, and all street parking is paid Monday-Friday 08:00-21:00 and Saturday 09:00-16:00 – free outside those hours and on Sundays\/holidays<\/strong>. Payment goes through the official ParkPal app<\/strong> or via a QR code (Scan & Pay)<\/strong> at the zone signs. For all-day or overnight parking, several 24\/7 underground garages<\/strong> in the city centre offer secure alternatives – the most central is AutoParking<\/strong> at Vasileos Georgiou A’ 1 (the official Thessaloniki City Hall garage). This guide covers zones, current rates, named garages, free parking locations, airport parking, and the apps to use.<\/p>\n

Disclaimer:<\/strong> Parking fees and regulations change. THESi rates and operating hours below reflect the official schedule as of August 2026<\/strong> – verify current rates at thesi.gr<\/strong> or in the ParkPal<\/strong> app before parking. Free parking addresses listed are based on publicly reported locations; conditions may change without notice.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Parking Zones in Thessaloniki<\/h2>\n

Thessaloniki’s municipality divides the city centre into colour-coded parking zones<\/strong> under the THESi controlled parking system<\/strong>, operated by the Municipality of Thessaloniki. All paid zones are enforced Monday-Friday 08:00-21:00 and Saturday 09:00-16:00<\/strong>; outside these hours and on Sundays\/public holidays, parking is free<\/strong> at the meter.<\/p>\n

Blue Zones (Short-Term)<\/h3>\n

Blue-line markings designate short-term paid parking<\/strong> – typically a 1-2 hour maximum<\/strong> stay, ideal for shopping, errands, or short visits. Use these for the city centre commercial streets near Aristotelous and Tsimiski.<\/p>\n

Yellow Zones (Medium-Term)<\/h3>\n

Yellow-line markings indicate medium-term paid parking<\/strong> with longer permitted stays (up to 4 hours per sector<\/strong> under THESi). Used for office areas and longer city-centre visits.<\/p>\n

Resident Permits<\/h3>\n

Some neighbourhoods reserve street parking for residents with a permit<\/strong>. Non-residents who park in these areas without a permit risk a fine and potential towing.<\/p>\n

THESi System and the ParkPal App<\/h3>\n

The official app for parking in Thessaloniki is ParkPal<\/strong> (free on iOS\/Android), the payment interface for the THESi<\/strong> system – Thessaloniki’s municipal controlled parking network. THESi charges \u20ac1.70 per hour, billed per minute<\/strong>, with a maximum stay of 4 hours per sector<\/strong>. Payment options:<\/p>\n

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  • ParkPal app<\/strong> – start, extend, and end sessions from your phone<\/li>\n
  • Scan & Pay (QR code)<\/strong> – scan the code on the zone sign to pay without an app account<\/li>\n
  • Designated kiosks<\/strong> – for cash payment<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    International apps like Parkopedia or EasyPark can help locate spaces, but ParkPal is the only app that pays directly into the THESi system<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

    \"Thessaloniki<\/p>\n

    Parking Fees and Operating Hours<\/h2>\n

    Street parking under the THESi system costs \u20ac1.70\/hour<\/strong> (charged per minute). Paid hours are Monday-Friday 08:00-21:00 and Saturday 09:00-16:00. Parking is free<\/strong> outside these hours and on Sundays and public holidays. Private garages charge more but offer 24\/7 access and security.<\/p>\n

    \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Parking Option<\/th>\nRate<\/th>\nHours<\/th>\nMax Stay \/ Note<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
    THESi street parking<\/strong> (blue \/ yellow zones)<\/td>\n\u20ac1.70\/hr<\/strong> (per minute)<\/td>\nMon-Fri 08:00-21:00, Sat 09:00-16:00<\/td>\n4 hours per sector<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    AutoParking<\/strong> (city centre, underground)<\/td>\n\u20ac3.40 first hour, \u20ac0.90\/hr after<\/td>\n24\/7<\/td>\n24-hour cap: \u20ac12.90<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    ThPA P1 & P2<\/strong> (port area)<\/td>\n\u20ac2.00\/hr (first 15 min free)<\/td>\n06:30-21:00 daily<\/td>\nMonthly: \u20ac120-180<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Airport SKG P4<\/strong> (short stay, closest)<\/td>\nFree 20 min, \u20ac6.00 up to 1 hr<\/td>\n24\/7<\/td>\n24 hrs: \u20ac25<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Airport SKG P3<\/strong> (long stay)<\/td>\nFree 20 min, \u20ac7.00 up to 1 hr<\/td>\n24\/7<\/td>\n24 hrs: \u20ac15<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Airport SKG P6<\/strong> (long stay, best value)<\/td>\nFree 20 min<\/td>\n24\/7<\/td>\n24 hrs: \u20ac14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Public holidays \/ Sundays<\/strong><\/td>\nFree<\/strong> at on-street meters<\/td>\n–<\/td>\nGarages still charge<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

    Source:<\/strong> THESi – Municipality of Thessaloniki Controlled Parking System (thesi.gr) | Thessaloniki Airport Parking (skg-airport.gr) | Thessaloniki Port Authority ThPA parking (thpa.gr).<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

    Where to Park in Thessaloniki – Named Garages and Lots<\/h2>\n

    The most reliable parking option in Thessaloniki’s city centre is one of the dedicated underground or outdoor garages<\/strong>: AutoParking<\/strong> (Vasileos Georgiou A’ 1), ParkAround<\/strong> (Plateia Chrimatistiriou), and three ThPA outdoor lots<\/strong> near the port together offer 800+ spaces.<\/p>\n

    City-Centre Parking Garages<\/h3>\n