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Greece uses Type C / Type F power outlets at 230V, 50Hz. The general emergency number is 112. Tap water quality varies — bottled water is recommended.
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Greece runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
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Tap water quality can vary. Bottled or filtered water is recommended, especially outside major cities.
Tipping is customary but flexible in Greece. Restaurants often receive 5-10% for good service, while rounding up is common for taxis and cafes. On islands and in tourist areas, cash tips are usually easiest.
May to June and September to October are best for sightseeing and island trips with warm weather and fewer crowds. July and August are hot, busy and expensive, while winter is quieter but many island services reduce schedules.
Greece is in the Schengen Area. Short-stay entry rules depend on nationality and total Schengen days. Check official Greek consular guidance before travel, especially for longer stays, work, study or non-tourism visits.
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Use caution. Tap water in Greece is not consistently safe — bottled water is recommended, especially outside major cities.
Greece uses Type C, Type F plugs running at 230V, 50Hz. Greece runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
Dial 112 for general emergencies in Greece. Police: 100 / 112. Ambulance: 166 / 112.
May to June and September to October are best for sightseeing and island trips with warm weather and fewer crowds. July and August are hot, busy and expensive, while winter is quieter but many island services reduce schedules.
In Greece, traffic drives on the right side of the road, so the steering wheel is on the left.
The international dialing code for Greece is +30. Dial this prefix after your exit code (e.g. 00 or +) to call a Greece number from abroad.
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