Greece travel money tips
Heading to Greece? Here's a quick rundown of how to handle money on the ground — tipping etiquette, when to use cards versus cash, the best ATMs to use, and the most common pitfalls travelers run into. The local currency is the Euro (EUR, €).
Tipping
5–10% in restaurants, round up taxi fares, €1–€2 per bag for porters.
Cards vs cash
Cards work in cities and most tourist areas. Many tavernas on smaller islands are still cash-only.
Payment methods accepted
ATMs & cash tip
Use big bank ATMs (National Bank of Greece, Piraeus, Eurobank). Avoid Euronet machines — high fees and bad rates.
Heads-up
- Always confirm taxi fares in advance in Athens, especially from the airport (€38–€54 flat to the centre).
- On islands, withdraw cash before catching the late-night ferry — small ports have limited ATMs.
About the Euro (EUR)
The Euro (EUR, symbol €) is the official currency of Greece. Knowing the live EUR rate against your home currency helps you sanity-check menu prices, taxi fares, and souvenir markups while traveling.
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See all country tips →Tips are general guidance for travelers, not legal or financial advice. Customs vary — confirm with local sources for important plans.