Greece Travel Guide 🇬🇷
Everything a traveler should know before visiting Greece — islands, history, food, visas, transport & safety
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📌 Quick Facts
🏙 Capital Athens
🌆 Largest City Athens
💱 Currency Euro (EUR)
🗣 Language Greek
⏱ Time Zone GMT+2 (EET)
🔌 Plug Type Type C & F — 230V
Famous for: Greek Islands · Santorini · Athens Ruins · Beaches · Seafood · Mythology · Blue & White Villages
🛂 Visa & Entry Rules
Schengen Visa (most nationalities) Passport valid 6+ months Hotel booking proof Travel insurance recommended- Part of Schengen Zone
- Return / onward ticket often requested
- Carry address of first accommodation
Keep your passport with you while traveling between islands.
🗓 Best Time to Visit
🌸 Apr–Jun Best weather · fewer crowds
☀️ Jul–Aug Peak summer & beach season
🍂 Sep–Oct Ideal for islands & swimming
❄️ Nov–Feb Low season · budget travel
Santorini & Mykonos are very crowded in summer.
💰 Average Trip Budget
- 🎒 Budget — €70–100 / ₹6,200–₹8,800 / $75–110 per day
- 🏨 Mid-Range — €130–200 / ₹11,500–₹17,700 / $140–215 per day
- 👑 Luxury — €300+ / ₹26,000+ / $320+ per day
Islands like Santorini & Mykonos are more expensive than Athens.
🗺 Top Places to Visit
Athens Santorini Mykonos Crete Rhodes Zakynthos Meteora Monasteries🚇 Transport & Getting Around
- Ferries connect most islands
- Domestic flights save travel time
- Buses operate between cities
- Metro available in Athens
- Car rentals popular on islands
Book ferries in advance during summer season.
📶 Mobile SIM & Internet
- Main providers — Cosmote · Vodafone · Wind
- Prepaid SIM available at airports
- eSIM available in major cities
- Free Wi-Fi in cafés & hotels
ID may be required during SIM registration.
💵 Money & Payments
- Cards accepted in most places
- Cash preferred in small towns
- ATMs available on major islands
- Service charge included in restaurants
Carry cash when traveling to remote islands.
🍽 Food & Local Cuisine
- Gyros & Souvlaki
- Moussaka
- Greek Salad
- Feta Cheese
- Baklava & Desserts
Seafood is fresh & widely available along coastal areas.
🎊 Festivals & Events
- Greek Easter
- Athens Festival
- Santorini Arts Festival
- Wine & Food Events
🛡 Safety & Common Scams
- Pickpockets in busy tourist zones
- Beware taxi overcharging
- Overpriced restaurant traps
Greece is generally very safe for tourists.
🙏 Local Etiquette
- Dress modestly in churches
- Be respectful at archaeological sites
- Greeks appreciate politeness
- Meals are slow & social
🎒 What to Pack
- Beachwear & sunscreen
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Sun hat & sunglasses
- Universal adapter
Island summers are sunny — carry strong sun protection.
🌡 Weather & Climate
- Hot Mediterranean summers
- Mild winters
- Islands are windy
- Sea climate varies by region
🧳 Suggested 5-Day Itinerary
- Day 1 — Athens · Acropolis · Plaka
- Day 2 — Athens · Temple of Zeus · Museums
- Day 3 — Ferry to Santorini
- Day 4 — Oia · Caldera Sunset
- Day 5 — Island day trip / Catamaran cruise
🚨 Emergency Numbers
🚑 Ambulance 166 / 112
👮 Police 100
🔥 Fire 199
🧳 Tourist Help Local info centers
❓ FAQs
Is Greece expensive?
Islands are costlier than mainland cities.
Can I drink tap water?
Yes in major cities — bottled water recommended on islands.
Is English widely spoken?
Yes in tourist & island areas.
Is Greece safe for solo travelers?
Yes — very safe.
🎟 Tours & Activities in Greece
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