Do you need cash in Crete?

Crete - currency All you have to do is decide if you prefer it all in cash, on a secure currency card or want a combination of the two for the most flexibility. You'll find plenty of cash machines in major cities and busier resorts. Plus, credit and debit cards are widely accepted in Crete.



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Until recently, cash was the most common payment method in Greece. However, credit cards have been on the rise over the last decade since the Greek government now requires most businesses to have a point-of-sale terminal. Credit and debit cards are now widely accepted, but cash is still preferred by some businesses.

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European travelers should always have some cash on hand; getting it from an ATM abroad is usually the easiest, most advantageous way. If you need cash from an ATM, it's usually better to use a debit card, because credit cards often charge a high interest rate for a cash advance.

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While it is customary to tip people in Greece, in the end, it is entirely up to you whether you will leave a tip or not, as is the amount of the tip. If you want to show your gratitude through money, we aren't going to stop you. Feel free to express yourself and make those around you smile big!

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Despite problems in the Greek economy, it's still on the expensive side to travel to Greece. Budget travelers should plan on $50 a day, while mid-range to luxury travelers can expect to pay between $150 to $350 a day, or higher if you plan to visit more than one of its 200 islands. All prices are in US dollars.

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Even though Uber and other transportation applications aren't available in Crete, there are plenty of other options for getting around the island. Some of the most popular ways of transportation include taxi rides, buses, private transfers, and car rentals.

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Tipping in Crete, particularly taxi drivers, is not mandatory. Unlike in the USA where tips are customary, in Crete, taxi drivers don't often expect to be given tips since the local tip culture on the island isn't that strong. Tipping in restaurants is more common than tipping taxi drivers.

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Greek: “To logariasmo parakalo” After eating a delicious meal in Greece, you'll get your server's attention and ask for “To logariasmo parakalo” from your server. Both “logariasmo” and “parakalo” have the strongest accent on the last vowel, which sounds like the English word “oh.”

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In Athens and many other parts of Greece, the water is safe to drink. However, because of various concerns regarding supply and infrastructure, it's popular on both the islands and the mainland to buy bottled water rather than drinking straight from the tap.

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Cash is the best — and sometimes only — way to pay for bus fare, taxis, and local guides. If you'll be shopping a lot or settling bills at pricey business-class hotels, you might use your credit card more than I do — but you'll still be better off using cash for smaller purchases.

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Currency exchange shops and kiosks in airports are not the best places to exchange money. For the best rates, try a local bank or a bank ATM to make your currency exchanges. Check to see if your U.S. bank offers foreign ATM fee refunds for using a foreign ATM. Not all currency exchanges charge the same rate.

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10 Must Try Foods in Crete
  • Olive Oil. Olive oil is referred to as 'Liquid Gold' in Crete. ...
  • Dakos. Apart from the Cretan Salad, these were my favourite! ...
  • Cretan Cheeses. ...
  • Sarikopitakia (Cheese Pie) ...
  • Kalitsounia (Cheese Pie) ...
  • Loukoumades. ...
  • Fried Snails (Chochlioi Boubouristi) ...
  • Cretan Salad.


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