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	POST Post Offices (takhydhromio) are distinguished by a yellow OTE sign, and many cash travellers' cheques and exchange currency. They are normally open morning shop hours only, except for a couple of main branches. Queues can be long so if you only want stamps, (ghramatósima), try kiosks or shops selling postcards.	COUNTRY Greece (Mainland) REGION CITIES Athens   Viewing   Top Ten   What To See   Where To ...   Practical Matters MAPS World Europe TRAVEL BOOK