The orography of Greece makes flying the easiest and cheapest option. + The main airport is Athens International Airport Eleftherios Venizelos. A round trip ticket from France costs around 200€. + From there you can fly to the most popular greek islands, which have their own airport. + Alternatively, you can get to Patras port by ferry from Venice, Italy. + It is also possible to get from Paris to Athens in 3 stops which takes around 3 days : Paris → Zurich → Belgrade → Thessaloniki.
+Provided that your stay doesn't extend 3 months, French citizens only require a passport or a national identity card to go Greece.
+If you’re interested in utilizing public transit on the mainland, stick to buses and avoid the unreliable rail service. + Although trains are cheap, they are slow and not as well maintained as other lines in Europe. + However, buses are clean, affordable, and connect to a broad network of destinations throughout the country. + Athens has an accessible, affordable and modern Metro that will take you to key points of interest and the port of Piraeus.
+Ideally, you want to plan at least a week or two in Greece to have enough time to take in the major island groups and ancient cities.
+Greece uses the Euro (€).
+Depending on the time of year, Greece can swing from chilly winters to scorching hot summers that top 40°C. + Scheduling your vacation in spring or autumn can help you beat summer’s heat and avoid tourist-packed high season.
+English is widely spoken in the heavily touristed areas and road signs in big cities are typically bilingual. + Nonetheless it is respectful to learn a few basic Greek words like "Please" (parakalo) and "thank you" (efharisto), to better conect with locals. +
+If your itinerary is heavy on cobblestone-lined cities and rocky ruins, pack good shoes and breathable clothing. + When travelling in winter, pack an umbrella and lightweight raincoat. + In summer don't forget sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat.
+Tap water is safe to drink on the mainland in larger cities like Athens and Thessaloniki, but stick to bottled water if you’re in a smaller town off the beaten track or if you’re exploring the islands.
+Greece being part of the European Union, the French driver's license is sufficient to rent a car.
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