Erasmus Experience in Thessaloniki, Greece by Bri

Why did you choose to go to Thessaloniki, Greece?

great country, great people!

How long is the scholarship? How much money do you receive to help you with living costs?

N/A

What is the student lifestyle like in Thessaloniki?

amazing

Would you recommend the city and the University of Thessaloniki to other students?

I would highly recommend it!

What is the food like?

delicious and varied

Did it cost you to find your accommodation in Thessaloniki?

no

How much does it cost to live in Thessaloniki?

depends on your lifesyle

Is the language easy to get to grips with? Are there language courses available at the University?

yes

What's the easiest or most economical way to travel to Thessaloniki from your city?

cheap flights

Where would you recommend to go on a night out in Thessaloniki?

in the city center, by the seafront or up the hill

And for eating? Can you recommend some good restaurants in Thessaloniki?

most are great! there are so many good restaurants everywhere in the city

What good cultural sites are there to visit?

all of them! the White Tower, all the museums, old churches and monuments, ancient ruins, old neighbourhoods like Ladadika or Modiano.... etc

Is there any other advice that you could give to students going to Thessaloniki in the future?

Organise your stay in advance, choose good quality accommodation, relax and enjoy not only Thessaloniki but all of Macedonia and even other beautiful regions in Greece.