Greece
Ελλάδα
Cradle of Civilization
Essential Phrases
Hello
Γειά σου
Ya-soo
Thank you
Ευχαριστώ
Ef-ha-ri-stoh
Yes
Ναι
Neh
No
Όχι
Oh-hee
Excuse me
Συγγνώμη
Seeg-noh-mee
Sorry
Λυπάμαι
Lee-pah-meh
Please
Παρακαλώ
Pa-ra-ka-loh
Help!
Βοήθεια!
Voh-ee-thee-ya
Where is...?
Πού είναι...?
Poo ee-neh
How much?
Πόσο κάνει?
Po-soh kah-nee
Cheers!
Στην υγειά μας!
Stin ee-ya mas
Goodbye
Αντίο
An-dee-oh
Emergency Contacts
Police
100
Police
Ambulance
166
Medical emergency
Fire
199
Fire
Tourist Police
171
Tourist Police (Athens)
US Embassy Athens
+30 210 721 2951
Vasilissis Sophias Avenue, Athens
Money & ATM Reality
Currency
Euro
EUR
1 USD ≈ 0.92 EUR (approximate)
ATM & Card Access
ATM Fees: 0-5 EUR
- • Card widely accepted
- • Tip 5-10% in restaurants
- • Island ferry tickets cash only often
Internet & Connectivity
- • Cosmote
- • Vodafone
- • Wind - Tourist SIM: €10-30
Popular Apps
Safety Index
Crime Overview
Transportation
Safe - ferries can be rough
Common Scams
- •Taxi overcharging
- •Restaurant overcharging
Areas to Avoid
- • Generally very safe
Natural Disaster Risks
- • Earthquakes
- • Wildfires (summer)
Note: Safety ratings are based on Global Peace Index, US Department of State Travel Advisories, and local government sources. Ratings are subjective and should be used as a general guideline only. Always verify current travel advisories before your trip.
Solo Women Travelers
Night Safety
Dress Code
Casual - cover shoulders in churches
Harassment Risk
Tips
- •Very safe
- •Islands very friendly
Note: Women safety ratings are based on solo female traveler experiences, TripAdvisor reviews, and US Department of State advisories. Every woman's experience may vary. Trust your instincts and research specific destinations.
Festivals & Events
Athens Epidaurus Festival
culturalArts and theater festival
Impact: Great performances
Greek Easter
religiousOrthodox Easter celebration
Impact: Amazing experience - book early