Comfortable walking shoes are a year-round vacation essential. We pulled together a few different options ideal for a day exploring Greece—stylish yet comfy sandals, a reliable pair of white sneakers, and a Condé Nast Traveler editor favorite, Sabahs.
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The must-have shoes for Greece are:
Flip-flops for the beach.
Hiking sandals, running shoes, and hiking boots for long mountain walks or hiking to less accessible beaches.
The Greek dress code is generally casual and relaxed, but it's important to respect certain cultural norms, particularly when visiting religious sites. In religious sites, you will want to be sure your knees and shoulders are covered. Yes, it's traditional, but better to either not enter or be respectful.
I wore my sturdy sneakers walking and climbing through the ancient ruins in Greece. Good footware is required. We've been to Greece twice; once on the RS tour and once on our own. We've done all the sites and found sturdy tennies with good soles/traction plus a good walking sandal to be sufficient.
Two pieces of body language that can cause unintentional offence are hand gestures; don't hold your hand up, palm out, to anybody, and don't make an OK sign by forming a circle with your thumb and forefinger – both are extremely rude.
The style is casual in the resorts and on the beach. You probably can get away with the flip flops on the beach, but absolutely no where else! If you plan to do some hiking, do pack a good pair of hiking boots. Combine them with a pair of Capri pants – both for the women and men.
Versatile, Light Weight and Neutral ClothingOpt for lightweight, breathable fabrics such as linen, cotton, and silk. Pack mix-and-match pieces like neutral-colored shorts, skirts, and trousers that can be paired with different tops. Don't forget to include a few dresses for evenings out.
What to wear on the plane. Depending on where you're coming from, it can be a long flight to get to Greece. I recommend prioritizing comfort. I'd wear a pair of leggings and a comfortable T-shirt and then throw on either your lightweight jacket or lightweight sweater and pair that with your walking shoes.
The toilets in some local tavernas, coffee shops, bus stations and even ancient sites might not be as well-maintained,” she says. “It's always advisable to carry tissue with you, as sometimes toilet paper may have run out.”
Leave the heels behind, leave the heavy, leather dress shoes behind; they will not serve you in the hot summer and you'll be twisting your ankles trying to walk on the cobblestone streets with any sort of heel. It's best to stick to loafers and cute sandals or flats.
It's best to stick to loafers and cute sandals or flats. Jeans. With the exception of a light breathable jeans, you probably won't even bother pulling these out of your suitcase due to the heat. Instead, pack light linen or flowy pants and you'll be golden!
According to European Regulations, all travelers entering or leaving the European Union with more than €10.000, in cash, must declare the amount to Customs. Customs controls at Greek points of entry distinguish between goods bought within the EU and outside the EU.
Backpack or SuitcasePersonally I think this is a matter of preference but many people will want to know what kind of suitcase to bring to Greece. If you aren't island hopping then a rolling suitcase is fine in Athens since you will most likely check in to one hotel and not move around.
I think you've been misinformed there. Greeks wear jeans just as much as anywhere else. Normal rules apply - dress up for smart restaurants & churches etc, I'd say. Also, it gets awfully hot to wear jeans in Greece!
Is it safe to wear jewelry in Greece? Yes.Greece is a relatively safe country with low crime statistics, so you don't have to worry about wearing expensive jewelry. However, it's better to stick to light items as heavy accessories can exacerbate the heat during the day.
Shorts and short skirts can be frowned upon — the same goes with ripped jeans. Don't wear t-shirts with rude or in-your-face slogans (even in English). Stick with modest, plain apparel.
Moutza) The worst gesture you can make in Greece is the 'moutza' which is holding up your hand like a 'stop' sign and showing the full open palm of your hand with your fingers spread out.
Thumbs-Up. Avoid using this gesture in: Afghanistan, Iran, parts of Italy, and Greece. The gesture of 'Thumbs-up may look cool on Facebook or USA, but in Afghanistan, Iran, parts of Italy, and Greece, it means up yours. So, to avoid any awkwardness, next time you must reconsider what you are doing.