Additional Info

• Currency: Euro
   
• Country Code: +30
   
• Electric Power: Type C and Type F plugs, 230 V, 50 Hz
   
• Time Zone: GMT+3
   
• Average Temperature in October: Daytime 21°C / Nightime 11°C
   
• Emergency Contacts: Police 100, Fire Department 199, Ambulance 166
   
• Language:  Official language is Greek, but the majority of citizens are fluent in English
   
• Credit/Debit Cards: Visa / Mastercard – Cash is preferred, but POS devices are mandatory everywhere so are widely used, with the exception of taxis which may not accept credit/debit cards. 
   
• Tipping: It is not mandatory, but it is expected and customary. Tips range from €5 to €20 depending on the total amount due.
   
• Dress code: Dress as pleased
   
• Safety: Thessaloniki, and Greece in general, is very safe at all times.