Container Thessaloniki

Art coffee bar...quiet and relaxing

Valia from Thessaloniki

""Container" Thessaloniki is an artsy coffee cafe where musicians also come to play sometimes, as well as painting exhibitions and events take place..."

Up from Aristotelous square, in the center of the town, you will notice this white "art cafe", next to Ancient Agora. As far as I am concerned....

it's like my office, my living-room, my home. If your home is quiet, then it could be like your home too. I usually go there to drink a coffee after a lesson, or after work. As it is in the center of the city, I usually take a quick break there between my job and my lessons. Also, it is the best place for studying... It's quiet and sunny. During our exams, we often go there in order to combine coffee with friends and studying.

The music Container proposes is unique. Classic music, alternative music...You will not need "Shazam" as the music there is carefully selected and you can easily ask for details. Container is also an art coffee-bar, where many events take place. Sometimes, musicians bring their instruments and play. The most impressive however, is that Container hosts various painting exhibitions, or philosophical discussions.

Container is a controversial place. You love it, or you hate it. But, I think you must experience its particularities in order to judge it.

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Thessaloniki Spotter Valia

About me I grew up in Volos, a city similar to Thessaloniki, but smaller. I moved to Thessaloniki about 5 years ago, in order to study French Literature and I am trying (hoping) to stay here for many years to come. I cannot write about what I like, as I usually find new things to love. At this point I am into exploring cyber literature. Why Thessaloniki? Thessaloniki? Hmm... First of all, it is difficult to lose your way as the town planning is very accurate. Of course, there is the sea! I love the sea, and I cannot live in a city that doesn't have the se...

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Agnostou Stratiotou-Filippou 37, Arxaia Agora

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