PAOK Sports Arena

PAOK Sports Arena is a modern multipurpose venue with a distinctive curved structure and an important place in Thessaloniki’s sporting landscape. Opened in 2000, it offers 8,142 permanent seats and is best known as the home of PAOK’s basketball and volleyball teams. In addition to club matches, the arena can accommodate international competitions, concerts and other large-scale events.

Its steep stands and compact seating bowl bring spectators close to the playing area, creating an intense atmosphere and clear views from most sections. Visitors have access to internal concourses, restrooms and service points, while the availability of food, drinks and club merchandise may vary according to the event. Wireless internet access is also available in the main arena.

The venue is located at Antoni Tritsi 12, Pylaia Chortiatis, Thessaloniki, Greece. The complex provides more than 500 parking spaces as well as dedicated space for buses, with the entrances reached by a short walk from the parking area. Visitors using public transport should check the nearest stop and current departure times in advance, while broader information about travelling around the city is provided further down the page.

Thessaloniki, the lively heart of Northern Greece, blends a Mediterranean rhythm with urban energy and consistently draws crowds for major sports and live music experiences. The city is known for its nightlife, seaside promenades, and relaxed vibe that makes it easy to combine an event with a short getaway. That’s why Thessaloniki is often seen as a destination where you can comfortably catch a great match or concert while feeling the city’s authentic pulse. Add a strong student scene and a wide choice of restaurants, bars, and hotels, and it’s clear why this city stays on travelers’ radar.

Getting in and moving around is a real advantage thanks to a practical transport network: OASTH city buses cover key districts, while the Thessaloniki Metro helps you cross central areas faster. If you arrive by train, the main hub is Thessaloniki Railway Station (also known as New Railway Station / Neos Sidirodromikos Stathmos), from which it’s easy to continue toward city zones and event venues. For air travel, the most common gateway is Thessaloniki Airport “Makedonia” (SKG), with solid road and public connections to the center, so you can reach your hotel and arenas without wasting time. Thanks to this connectivity, many visitors choose Thessaloniki when they want a smooth, logistics-friendly “event weekend”.

Before or after the show, it’s worth strolling along the waterfront to the White Tower, one of the city’s most recognizable landmarks, and then taking in the open view from Aristotelous Square facing the gulf. History lovers often head to the upper old town Ano Poli for its narrow streets, walls, and calmer pace, while Ladadika is perfect for an evening atmosphere with tavernas and lively streets. Thessaloniki is exactly that kind of place: compact enough to explore on foot, vibrant enough that there’s always “something going on”, and rich enough in sights that every event trip turns into a complete city experience.