Destination: Athens
Practical Matters Athens   Before You Go   When You Are There    *Time    *Arriving    *Customs    *Money    *National Holidays    *Tourist Offices    *Opening Hours    *Public Transportation    *Driving    *Car Rental    *Taxis    *Personal Safety    *Telephones    *Post    *Tips/Gratuities    *Electricity    *Health    *Clothing Sizes    *Alphabet    *Concessions   Language   Offices to Serve You Abroad	PERSONAL SAFETY Greece is one of the safest countries in the world and you are unlikely to experience any problems. Nevertheless, Athens is a city like any other, with impoverished migrants and drug addicts desperate for cash, so exercise the usual precautions: Beware of pickpockets in markets, tourist sights or crowded places. Avoid walking alone in unlit streets at night. Tourist Police: Phone: 171 from any call box	COUNTRY Greece (Mainland) REGION CITIES Athens   Viewing   Top Ten   What To See   Where To ...   Practical Matters MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK