Exploring Archeological Sights - There are so many fantastic, well-preserved ancient sites all around Greece. In Athens alone, there’s the Acropolis, Temple of Olympian Zeus, and the Ancient Agora. Further away there is Ancient Delphi where leaders turned to an Oracle for important decisions and Ancient Olympia where the Olympic games were held in the classical times. There isn’t a clothing dress code for the sites so dress according to the season and make sure to wear a hat, sunglasses, and sunscreen. There
is a rule at many sites prohibiting any heels, so wear flats or walking shoes. In the summer it’s so hot that you should try to go as early as possible before the heat becomes too much.
Beach Bumming - There are so many great beaches in Greece, all surrounded by the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. Bikinis are the most popular choice on the beach, though some people will wear a one-piece and others who go topless. Men wear speedos and fitted swim trunks. You will easily be recognized as a tourist if you have baggy and long swim shorts that go to the knee. Fedoras are popular for both men and women. Make sure to bring a beach coverup as many restaurants and cafes on the beach require you to cover up. You can also spot some fantastic sea life, so if you plan on spending a lot of time on beaches, bring a snorkel and a mask.
Open-Air Cinema - A beloved past-time by locals, open-air cinema runs from April to October. The cinema allows you to watch the latest movies outdoors. Even better, each cinema tends to have a food specialty whether it’s souvlaki, sushi, or baked pies, and locals choose which cinema to go to based on what they feel like eating. When it comes to what to wear at the open-air cinema, it’s a free-for-all. It can get quite cool in the evenings so it is good to wear pants and bring a sweater or shawl.
Monasteries - In Greece, there are some beautiful Eastern Orthodox monasteries, most notably Meteora. It’s amazing to see monasteries sitting above steep cliffs and surrounded by beautiful olive groves. Most monasteries are open between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM depending on the season, and you will need to follow a strict dress code. No bare shoulders are allowed, women must wear a long skirt that goes past the knees, and men need to wear trousers. A wrap-around skirt will be provided if visitors are wearing shorts or skirts that are too short. Since the monasteries are located on steep cliffs, it’s also a good idea to wear enclosed shoes even though sandals are technically allowed.
