Club preparation file
Athens is a city of hills and marble where ancient remains sit inside the modern street plan. The metro reaches everywhere in the centre; what needs attention is the summer heat and your choice of shoes.
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Three metro lines reach everywhere in the centre and there is a direct link to the airport. The historic areas in the centre are within walking distance of each other.
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The city is safe by day; what needs care is certain districts and the crowded metro lines. At the ancient sites the real risk is not crime but falling.
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Summer is hot and the ancient sites have no shade; a midday visit to the Acropolis can be exhausting and risky. Winter is mild but wet.
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The currency is the euro. Cards work in larger businesses; in small tavernas, markets and island shops cash is still part of daily life. Carry some with you.
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Lunch moves into the afternoon and dinner into the night. In the middle of the afternoon small shops may close for a few hours; plan shopping and visits around that.
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Ancient sites are open and without shade; churches ask for covered clothing. If both are in the same day, dress for both.
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Sockets are the same type as in Türkiye, so no adapter is needed. Tap water is drinkable on the mainland and varies on the islands. Pharmacies are marked with a green cross.
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