Travel Tips
Greece
Ancient ruins, whitewashed island villages and clear water make Greece hard to beat in the warmer months.
- Capital
- Athens
- Currency
- Euro (EUR)
- Language
- Greek
- Best overall
- May to June and September to October
- Emergency
- 112
- Electricity
- 230V, plug types C and F
This country is in the Schengen Area. Many visitors can stay up to 90 days in any 180-day period without a visa, while others need a Schengen visa. Check the current rules for your passport, including the EES and ETIAS entry systems. Passport validity rules vary, so check the requirements before you book.
Read about visa on arrival, e-visas and online registration →
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Late spring and early autumn are warm with smaller crowds. July and August are very hot and busy. Many islands quiet down from November to March.
Not sure which month suits your trip?
Athens
The Acropolis and the lively Plaka neighborhood.
Santorini
Whitewashed clifftop villages and famous sunsets.
Crete
Beaches, gorges, Minoan ruins and great food.
Meteora
Monasteries perched on towering rock pillars.
Naxos
A relaxed island with long sandy beaches.
Need help choosing where to go?
- Days 1 to 3 Athens
- Days 4 to 6 Santorini
- Days 7 to 8 Naxos
- Days 9 to 12 Crete
Want a route planned around your dates?
- Book ferries and summer flights early. Allow extra time, as sailings can change with the wind.
- A car or scooter helps on larger islands.
Not sure how to get between places?
- Cards are common, but carry cash for small tavernas and islands.
- Buy an eSIM before you fly or a local SIM on arrival, so maps work from day one.
Questions about costs, cash or SIM cards?
- Moussaka and fresh Greek salad.
- Souvlaki or gyros.
- Grilled octopus by the sea.
Want tips on what and where to eat?
- Carry water and start early in the summer heat.
- Book the Acropolis in advance for a timed entry.
Planning a trip to Greece?
Book a one-on-one call and bring your questions about your route, costs and visa.
Information on this page may change, so please confirm the latest visa and entry requirements and your government travel advice on official websites before you travel.