Greece Travel Guide

Ensure a smooth holiday in Greece and plan in advance with our handy travel guide resources. Here you'll find a round up of the top attractions Greece has to offer from ancient ruins to stunning islands. There's also a guide on when to go and what weather to expect, as well as info on the visa you'll need. And check out our top travel tips that cover everything from the currency to the cuisine.

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Best Places To Visit

Places on our must-see list for any visit to Greece from ancient ruins to pretty islands

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Best Time to Visit

Plan when to go with our overview of the seasons and weather plus top festivals

Currency

Top Travel Tips

Covering all the essentials from what currency you'll need to the local cuisine

Visas

Greece Tourist Visas

Visa requirements for Greece and info on procuring your visa prior to travel

Get to know Greece

Recommended Reading

  • The Iliad/The Odyssey
    by Homer
  • Corelli's Mandolin
    by Louis de Bernières
  • Dinner with Persephone
    by Patricia Storace
Did you know...?

Facts about Greece

  • Greece is one of the most mountainous countries in Europe with no navigable rivers but over 6,000 islands
  • Athens is one of the oldest cities in Europe and is where democracy and Western philosophy were born
  • Greece is the world's third largest producer of olive oil and trees planted in the 13th century are still harvested to this day

Greece Travel Advice

We keep an eye on the latest travel guidance on Greece and follow the advice set out by the British Foreign Office. The safety of our travellers is paramount and we recommend that you check the latest travel updates from the relevant advisory body in your country when planning your trip.

Useful Online Resources:

The official Greece Tourist Organisation site and the latest Greece Weather Updates from the BBC.