GENERAL INFO

  CLIMATE
  With average temperatures about 30ºC in June and July, Athens enjoys a Mediterranean climate.

  CURRENCY
  The monetary unit of Greece is the EURO.

  VISA
  Visa is necessary for non European Union citizens. Please consult your embassy for further information.

  ELECTRICITY
  220 Volt

  SHOPPING HOURS
  Among the main shopping areas are:
  Syntagma Square-Kolonaki-Omonia Square-Monastiraki-Patission Street-Kipseli-Pangrati-Glifada-Kifissia, etc.
  Shops are open from 08.00-20.30 hrs. Those located in the Monastiraki area are also open on Sundays from
  08.00-15.00 hrs.

  RESTAURANT OPENING HOURS
  In Athens and Attica there are numerous restaurants and tavernas serving international and Greek cuisine. They
  are open from 12.00-16.00 hrs and from 20.00-24.00 hrs while some stay open until 02.00 hrs.