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DelphiΔελφοί
One day covers the main ruins and museum; add a night if you want a relaxed pace or to catch sunset on Mount Parnassus.
Delphi sits on Mount Parnassus’s southwestern slope, hosting the UNESCO‑listed Temple of Apollo, its museum and the ancient theatre. The site fits a half‑day visit, but a night lets you avoid the summer crowds and enjoy evening light on the ruins.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (hot, crowded)
- Airport
- ATH
- Nights
- 1 (optional second night)
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
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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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 Delphi100 ▾
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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 Delphi, 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
- SafetyDelphi is safe; main risk is summer heat and occasional traffic on narrow mountain roads.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 199 fire/ambulance · 166 Medical (tourist) (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.
- AirportATH Athens International Airport (Buses to Delphi depart from the central bus station, about 45 min by car.).
- Getting aroundThe modern village is compact; walk to the museum and archaeological site.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee in a 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 bedHostel dorm bed, a night, per person€15 (≈ US$18)
- Mid-range bedDouble room (mid‑range hotel), a night, per room€60 (≈ US$70)
- High-end bedDouble room (mid‑range hotel), a night, per room€80 (≈ US$95)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €55 (≈ US$65) · High €85 (≈ US$100)
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
- ATH Athens International Airport (Buses to Delphi depart from the central bus station, about 45 min by car.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Feb
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Mar
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Apr
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
May
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Avoid
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Nov
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Dec
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Best: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C) low), wettest Jan (9 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Delphi: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
9 rd
Feb
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
8 rd
Mar
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
7 rd
Apr
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
5 rd
May
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
4 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
2 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
1 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
4 rd
Oct
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Nov
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
8 rd
Dec
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 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
The modern village is compact; walk to the museum and archaeological site. Taxis are available for short trips.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
- Athens full guide120 km (75 mi)75 mi (120 km) south-east of Delphi
From Athens: Tour bus or car, about 2.5–3 h each way · Full day
- Tirana full guide390 km (242 mi)242 mi (390 km) north-west of Delphi
- Skopje full guide400 km (249 mi)249 mi (400 km) north of Delphi
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Thermopylae
goDoor to door: ≈1 h 30 min total
Bus from Delphi to Thermopylae (via Itea), ~1 h
Narrow coastal pass, famous battle site.
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.
Orfeas Hotel
Budget rooms from €20, 5‑minute walk to the site.
Fedriades Hotel
Views of the Gulf, rooms €45‑55.
Hotel Leto
Modern, 800 m from the ruins, mid‑range pricing.
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
- €30–45 (≈ US$35–55) excl. bed
- Mid
- €45–70 (≈ US$55–85) excl. bed
- High
- €70 (≈ US$85)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Double room (mid‑range hotel)1 × 1 night × €60 | €60 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €55 | €110 |
| Athens‑Delphi bus (return)2 × €30 · check | €60 |
| Museum entry2 × €6 · adult €6, child €3 | €12 |
| eSIM (1 week)2 × €15 · check | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €27 |
| Trip total≈ €150 per person per day, bed included | €299≈ US$350 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and long‑distance train not included.
Prices of common things
| Coffee in a café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Greek salad | €5–8 (≈ US$6–10) |
| Bottle of wine (local) | €6–12 (≈ US$7–14) |
| Taxi (5 km) | €12–18 (≈ US$14–25) |
| Bus ticket Athens→Delphi (one‑way)check | €15.10 (≈ US$18) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Buses from Athens run 3 h; check the latest schedule (prices €15 (≈ US$18)‑100).
- Summer can be very hot; bring water and sun protection.
- The site has no restrooms; use the museum facilities.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Fire/ambulance
- 199
- Medical (tourist)
- 166
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Emergency
- Police100
- Fire/ambulance199
- Medical (tourist)166
Embassy
US consulate in Athens; other embassies in Athens.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Athens → Delphi (bus, return): ≈ €30, 3 h each way (check)
- Taxi Delphi → Arachova (≈5 km): ≈ €12–15
Say or show
- Συγγνώμη — Excuse me / Sorry (signómi)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (efharistó)
- Πόσο κοστίζει; — How much is it? (póso kostízei?)
- Που είναι η τουαλέτα; — Where is the toilet? (pou íne i toualéta?)
- Μπορώ να δω το μενού; — Can I have the menu? (boró na do to menú?)
- Θα ήθελα έναν καφέ, παρακαλώ — I would like a coffee, please (tha íthela énan kafé, parakaló)
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 Delphi. 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: Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (hot, crowded) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a night in Arachova for mountain‑view lodging.
- Combine with a hike on Mount Parnassus trails.
Sources
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