Biblical Greece

Time zone
Greece lies in the Eastern European Time Zone, which is 2 hours ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT +2). Greece is max 6 hours ahead from EDT.

Currency
Greece’s currency is Euro and in most cities & islands there are currency exchange spots.

1 USD = 0.9 EUR

*Please be advised that exchange rates are intended to be guidelines and cannot be considered official

Language
The official language is Greek. English is spoken within the international tourism industry. (Most of the Greeks in big cities and at tour sites speak English. Even if they don’t, most of them will figure out the best way to help you!)

Electricity
Electricity in Greece is 220-240 Volts, alternating at 50 cycles per second. Outlets generally accept one type of plug with 2 round pins. If your appliance plugs have a different shape, you may need a plug adapter.

Climate
Greece has a Mediterranean climate.
Average temperature is 26°C - 78°F during May at Athens
Average temperature is 26°C - 78°F during May at Thessaloniki
Average temperature is 27°C - 80°F during May at Corinth
Average temperature is 25°C - 77°F during May at Delphi
Average temperature is 22°C - 71°F during May at Kavala
Average temperature is 24°C - 75°F during May at Philippi
Average temperature is 27°C - 80°F during May at Kalambaka
Average temperature is 30°C - 86°F during June at Athens
Average temperature is 29°C - 84°F during June at Thessaloniki
Average temperature is 30°C - 86°F during June at Corinth
Average temperature is 29°C - 84°F during June at Delphi
Average temperature is 26°C - 78°F during June at Kavala
Average temperature is 27°C - 80°F during June at Philippi
Average temperature is 31°C - 87°F during June at Kalambaka 

Banks & ATM & Credit Cards
The most widely accepted cards are Visa, MasterCard & American express. On almost every corner you will find a bank or ATM machines. Almost all shops hotels and restaurants accept credit cards. Make sure your bank knows you are travelling abroad.  Bank operating hours vary. Open from Monday to Friday 08:00 a.m. – 14:00 p.m. Some of the larger banks stay open till 18:00 p.m. You can withdraw money from any ATM with a charge depending on the cash card you’re using.

Tipping
10% tip is expected at restaurants, hotels and taxi in Greece.

Internet
Most cafe and hotel hotels will offer you free WI-FI.

U.S. EMBASSY ATHENS
91 Vasilisis Sophias Avenue, 10160 Athens, Greece
Phone (Main Switchboard/Info): +30-210-721-2951
Work hours: 8:30 a.m – 5.00 p.m. // Monday to Friday