Tourist information

If your intentions are to indulge in brilliant monuments like the Parthenon , you are in need of Athens tourist information. This historic city has always been and always will be one of the hottest tourist destinations in the world. Over the past decade, extensive upgrades have occurred, making enjoying this city that much easier.

Wet winters and warm, dry summers define the Subtropical-Mediterranean climate of Athens. If you are looking for tourist information regarding weather from October through April, you should know that this is when you will see most of the rain. Of course, this is also typically when the city is less crowded. It is very rare to experience snow during your visit unless you are in the most northern suburbs. The driest and warmest months are July and August with temperatures averaging right around 33°C.

Upon arriving in Athens, it's not a bad idea to stop at the Greek National Tourist Organization Infodesk to pick up free maps, ferry schedules, emergency phone numbers and other useful tourist information you should keep on you.

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The official currency here is the euro. Non EU citizens are able to exchange currency at foreign exchange offices, travel bureaus and post offices. Nearly all hotels, restaurants, stores, etc., take credit cards and you will find an ATM machine on almost every corner.

If you are looking for tourist information regarding transportation and getting around the city, you will be delighted to learn that there are many options available to you. More than 14,000 bright yellow taxis grace the streets of Athens so hailing one is not a problem.

Athens Metro consists of the Red Line and the Blue Line, seeing a daily occupancy of about 500,000 passengers. This network consist of 252 cars and 42 trains and can take you nearly anywhere you want to go. The Electric Railway is another option, running primarily above ground, it is the oldest line in Athens and definitely what you want to jump on to get a good view of the Stoa of Attalos.

Buses are another option for getting around Athens. Most people looking for tourist information on a budget are excited to learn that making use of this 1839-bus fleet is very cost-effective and 416 of them are natural gas powered.

It is estimated that 98 percent of the population speak Greek however, most Athenians speak at least some English, especially the younger generation. Typically if you ask if someone speaks English, you can generally find someone who can assist you. If you are staying at a hotel or resort, they are generally very accommodating of the English-speaking population.

Other important tourist information you should know is to dial 100 for police or 176 for emergency medical assistance. Dialling 174 will get you helpful tourist information and 104 will help with road assistance.