Major city · Greece
AmphipolisΑμφίπολη
Spend a half‑day at the Amphipolis museum and excavation site, then drive 30 km (19 mi) to the Orfrinio beach for a quick swim.Spend a half‑day at the Amphipolis museum and excavation site, then drive 19 mi (30 km) to the Orfrinio beach for a quick swim.
Amphipolis is a small archaeological town in Macedonia, Greece. The main attractions – the Amphipolis Museum and the acropolis ruins – are within a kilometre of each other and can be seen in a few hours. The surrounding area offers a beach at Orfrinio and hiking in the Pangaion Hills, reachable by car.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–June, September–October
- avoid July–August (heat, occasional thunderstorms)
- Airports
- KVA · SKG
- Nights
- 0
Rules in force · 10Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
- Balkans ↗Serbia refuses onward entry to travellers who reached Kosovo from a third country and then try to cross straight into Serbia; route Kosovo–Serbia legs through North Macedonia or Montenegro, or start the loop in Serbia.
- Balkans ↗Hire cars need written permission from the rental company and valid insurance for every country on the line; Kosovo sells its own border insurance and some contracts exclude Albania, Kosovo or Bosnia outright.
- Greece ↗Greece is in the EU and the Schengen area: check entry rules, the EU Entry/Exit System and any travel authorisation requirement for your passport on official sources.
- Greece ↗Taking stones, pottery or other objects from archaeological sites is illegal; so is exporting antiquities without a permit.
- Greece ↗Do not photograph military sites or border zones; signs mark them.
- Greece ↗Acropolis tickets are sold for one-hour entry slots on the official Hellenic Heritage site (hhticket.gr); in peak season slots sell out days ahead, and you cannot enter outside your hour.
- Greece ↗Businesses must give a receipt (apodeixi) for every sale; ask for one, and do not accept a handwritten note in place of it.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Amphipolis112 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Amphipolis, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Greece-wide
- SIM or eSIMCosmote, Vodafone and Nova sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at the airport; a passport is needed to register.Greece-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland.Greece-wide
- TippingTaverna or restaurant: 5–10% in cash on the table; not expected at gyros shops.Greece-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Greece-wide
- SafetyAmphipolis is low‑risk; main concerns are traffic on rural roads and summer heat; keep water and sun protection.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 166 ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysArchaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 08:00–15:00 or 17:00) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Archaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 8:00 AM–3:00 PM or 5:00 PM) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Greece-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportKVA Kavala Airport (about 45 min by car).
- Getting aroundA rental car or taxi is needed for the museum, site and coastal beaches; the attractions are within 1 km (0.6 mi) of each other, walkable if you prefer.A rental car or taxi is needed for the museum, site and coastal beaches; the attractions are within 0.6 mi (1 km) of each other, walkable if you prefer.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in village café€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Taxi, about 5 km (3 mi)Taxi, about 3 mi (5 km)Taxi (5 km (3.1 mi))Taxi (3.1 mi (5 km))€12–18 (≈ US$14–25)
- Budget bedGuesthouse double room, a night, per room€40 (≈ US$50)
- Mid-range bedGuesthouse double room, a night, per room€55 (≈ US$65)
- High-end bedGuesthouse double room, a night, per room€80 (≈ US$95)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €70 (≈ US$85) · High €120 (≈ US$140)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- KVA Kavala Airport (about 45 min by car) · SKG Thessaloniki Airport (about 1 h 15 min by car)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Feb
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
May
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jun
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Jul
Avoid
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Aug
Avoid
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Sep
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Dec
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)), coolest Jan (−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C) low), wettest Dec (13 rain days), driest Jul (3). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Amphipolis: next 7 days
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Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
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Feb
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
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Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Apr
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
May
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5 rd
Jun
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
4 rd
Jul
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
3 rd
Aug
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
4 rd
Sep
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
9 rd
Nov
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
11 rd
Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
13 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
A rental car or taxi is needed for the museum, site and coastal beaches; the attractions are within 1 km of each other, walkable if you prefer.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Pangaion Hills
goDoor to door: ≈1 h total
Drive 30 km (19 mi) north via Egnatia highway, about 40 minDrive 19 mi (30 km) north via Egnatia highway, about 40 min
Popular for hiking; trailheads near Orfrinio
Kavala
goDoor to door: ≈1 h
Drive east 35 km (22 mi) on Egnatia, about 45 minDrive east 22 mi (35 km) on Egnatia, about 45 min
Historic port city with more museums and restaurants
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Orfrinio beach hotels
Coastal options, 5–10 min walk to sea
Asprovalta guesthouses
Village stays, near shops and restaurants
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–120 (≈ US$85–140) excl. bed
- High
- €120 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Guesthouse double room1 × 1 night × €55 | €55 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €70 | €140 |
| Car rental (compact, full day)2 × €45 · check | €90 |
| Museum entry2 × €7 · check | €14 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €30 |
| Trip total≈ €165 per person per day, bed included | €329≈ US$400 |
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Prices of common things
| Coffee in village café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Meal at a local taverna | €8–15 (≈ US$10–18) |
| Bottle of wine (local) | €5–9 (≈ US$6–11) |
| Taxi (5 km) | €12–18 (≈ US$14–25) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The port of Amphipolis is silted; boat access is not possible (check anchorage at Karyani or Stavros).
- Site opening hours vary seasonally; verify museum times before arrival.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Ambulance
- 166
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Emergency
- Police112
- Ambulance166
Embassy
US consulate in Thessaloniki; other embassies in Athens.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Car rental (full day, compact): ≈ €30–45, 1 h from Thessaloniki airport (check)
- Museum entry: ≈ €5–7 per adult (check)
Say or show
- Συγγνώμη — Excuse me / Sorry (see-gnó-mee)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (ef-ha-ree-STO)
- Πόσο κοστίζει; — How much is this? (PO-so ko-STEE-zee)
- Πού είναι η τουαλέτα; — Where is the bathroom? (POO EE-neh ee tee-va-LE-ta)
- Μπορώ να πληρώ με κάρτα; — Can I pay by card? (bo-RO na plee-RO me KAR-ta)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Amphipolis. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–June, September–October · avoid July–August (heat, occasional thunderstorms) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Car‑rental contract from Thessaloniki or Kavala airports.
- Combine museum visit with coastal beach stay for a full day.
Sources
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