Getting around Greece is one of the first things you figure out as a visitor or expat. Taxis, metro lines, buses and the unwritten rules locals follow shape your daily routine more than any guidebook.
In Greece, getting around comes down to a few things: athens metro is archaeological, ferries connect the islands, and driving on the islands.
The metro is modern and displays artifacts found during excavation behind glass walls in stations. Syntagma station is basically a museum. Buy a rechargeable Ath.ena card.
Tip: Validate your ticket before boarding. Inspectors fine on the spot — no warnings.
Blue Star, Hellenic Seaways, and SeaJets run routes to the islands. Book in summer well in advance. High-speed catamarans are faster but pricier. Deck class is fine for shorter routes.
Renting an ATV or small car is the best way to explore islands. Roads can be narrow and steep. Greek driving is assertive — horns are communication, not aggression.