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Driving tips

Drivers should carry with them at all times an International Driving License. They should have at least one year driving experience. They should have on them documents pertaining to the car at all times. Park the car correctly; not doing so can result in a 250 or more Euros fine along with the license plates of the car being ripped off by traffic police.

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Overview

It should be noted that driving in Athens is a hassle because of frequent traffic jams, reckless Athenian drivers on the roads, narrow streets and a severe lack of parking spaces. Driving oneself is not advisable for tourists in this city.

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Buses

Buses are not the easiest mode of travel in Athens. Figuring out which bus to take is time consuming and buses are often overcrowded. Tickets can be bought at kiosks which are present throughout Athens. This ticket must be validated once passengers get on the bus. Do not lose it either since you can be fined upto 20 euros on failing to show the conductor your ticket. Buses are usually white and blue and operate every 15 minutes.

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Metro

Athen's Metro network is relatively new. It is, however, very efficient. This newer network integrates Athen's old subway system as well which means prices vary depending on whether passengers are travelling on the old or new lines. Prices also fluctuate frequently. Tickets are to be bought at the stations and must be kept safely till passengers disembark the metro. Most tourists proceed to the Syntagma or the Acropolis stations [the main metro stations] and then proceed from here to the different sites and monuments.These are very interesting stations since they have put on display the relics uncovered whilst constructing these stations.

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Taxi

Athen's streets are dotted with taxis, a popular mode of travel amongst locals and tourists alike. Usual taxi rides are inexpensive, however, charges are higher outside the metro stations, the airport and tourist attractions. Many cab drivers do not speak English which could be problematic. Prices vary depending on what time of the day it is, the distance travelled and whether passengers are carrying luggage. Passengers should make it a point to see that the meter is set to the right tariff.

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