Tap water
Tap water quality can vary. Bottled or filtered water is recommended, especially outside major cities.
Boarding pass · Europe
Greece
Ελλάδα
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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.
Power
Type C/F / 230V
Emergency
112
Tap water
Use caution
Driving
Right side
Capital
Athens
Currency
Euro (EUR, €)
Languages
Greek
Dialing code
+30
Time zone
UTC+2 (EET) / UTC+3 (EEST)
Continent
Europe
🔌 Power & plugs
Plug types
Type C, Type F
Voltage
230V
Frequency
50Hz
Greece runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
🚨 Emergency numbers
General
112
Police
100 / 112
Ambulance
166 / 112
📝 Travel notes
Tipping
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.
Best season
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.
Visa basics
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.
✅ Before you go
- ✓Pack a Type C/Type F plug adapter for Greece.
- ✓Greece runs at 230V. Travelers from 100–127V regions (US, Japan) need a voltage converter for devices that aren't dual-voltage.
- ✓Carry a refillable bottle and a filter, or buy bottled water outside major cities.
- ✓Save the emergency number 112 in your phone before you arrive.
- ✓If you'll drive, remember traffic keeps to the right in Greece.
❓ Good to know
Frequently asked
Can I drink tap water in Greece?⌄
Use caution. Tap water in Greece is not consistently safe — bottled water is recommended, especially outside major cities.
What power plug and voltage are used in Greece?⌄
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.
What is the emergency number in Greece?⌄
Dial 112 for general emergencies in Greece. Police: 100 / 112. Ambulance: 166 / 112.
When is the best time to visit Greece?⌄
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.
Which side of the road do they drive on in Greece?⌄
In Greece, traffic drives on the right side of the road, so the steering wheel is on the left.
What is the country calling code for Greece?⌄
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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