Welcome to the biggest railway station in Greece, the beautiful Athens Railway Station. This important transport hub is located right in the city center and services hundreds of visitors every day. Originally, the city boasted two railway stations, Larissa and Peloponnese, but eventually, they were merged and upgraded.
Different types of ticketsThe following tickets are valid for the city's public buses, trolleybuses, metro, tram and commuter trains during a given time: 90-minute ticket: € 1.40 ( US$ 1.50) 24-hour ticket: € 4.50 ( US$ 4.80) 5-day ticket: € 9 ( US$ 9.50)
The Athens Metro is a rapid transit system serving the Athens urban area and parts of East Attica. As of 10 October 2022, there are 66 stations on three different lines.
The best way to get around Athens is on foot and by metro; most of the city's major attractions are located within walking distance or a short metro ride of one another. In fact, renting a car is little more than a nuisance, as traffic is heavy and parking is hard to find.
There are no direct trains or buses that connect Croatia to Greece, however it is fairly easy to travel between the two countries via Serbia and Macedonia. There are daily trains that run from Zagreb (Croatia) to Belgrade (Serbia), then a change at Belgrade to Thessaloniki (Greece).
Railway station is located adjacent to the airport terminal. It is possible to access the railway station through an elevated walkway. From this railway station, you will be able to access the Proastiakos Suburban Railway service and Athens Metro Line 3.
The answer is yes. Tap water in Athens is absolutely safe to drink. This is why we do not have to buy water bottles since all buildings have direct access to drinkable water from the nearby lakes Marathon and Yliki.
There is not a strong tradition of tipping in Greece, particularly among the locals, but it's become expected that tourists leave a small tip while travelling through the country. In restaurants it's common to leave a cash tip for whoever is looking after you – 10–15 per cent is standard.
Athens is generally a safe place to be at night, but it is always advisable to take precautionary measures. The center of Athens and the neighborhoods around it are known for their vibrant nightlife since many people can be seen on the streets even after midnight.
The Athens Metro system consists of 3 lines and connects to the tram, bus routes and suburban railway. The Metro runs daily from 5 am to midnight. Lines 2 and 3 operate until 2 am on Fridays and Saturdays.