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SpataΣπάτα
Visit Attica Zoo for a few hours, then travel to Athens; no overnight stay needed unless you need airport proximity.
Spata is a suburb of Athens hosting the international airport and Attica Zoological Park. A half‑day covers the zoo and outlet shopping; most travellers continue to Athens or the nearby seaside town of Artemida.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, airport crowds)
- Airport
- ATH
- Nights
- 0–1 (most stay in Athens)
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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 ▾
In this 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
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Spata100 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Spata, 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
- SafetySpata is safe; standard city precautions apply.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 166 ambulance · 199 fire (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 (Located on Spata grounds; metro and bus connections to town.).
- Getting aroundTake the E94 (Attiki Odos) exit 18 for car access.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee€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))€12–15 (≈ US$14–18)
- Metro or bus rideMetro ticket€1.40 (≈ US$2) (check)
- Museum or sight ticketAttica Zoo entry€15 (≈ US$18) adult€11 (≈ US$13) child
- Budget bedCapsule or hostel bed, a night, per person€20 (≈ US$25)
- Mid-range bedStandard double room, a night, per room€120 (≈ US$140)
- High-end bedStandard double room, a night, per room€200 (≈ US$250)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €60 (≈ US$70) · 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
- ATH Athens International Airport (Located on Spata grounds; metro and bus connections to town.)
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
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Mar
not flagged
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Apr
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
May
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
Best
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
Jul
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Aug
Avoid
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
Sep
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Oct
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Nov
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Dec
not flagged
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)), coolest Jan (7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C) low), wettest Jan (6 rain days), driest Jun (2). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Spata: 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
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
Feb
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
5 rd
Mar
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
5 rd
Apr
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
3 rd
Jun
31°C (88°F)88°F (31°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Jul
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
2 rd
Aug
34°C (93°F)93°F (34°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
2 rd
Sep
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
3 rd
Oct
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
5 rd
Nov
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
6 rd
Dec
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
6 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
Take the E94 (Attiki Odos) exit 18 for car access. Metro to Doukisis Plakentias then bus 319 (every 35 min) reaches the zoo and outlet centre.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Athens
goDoor to door: ≈45 min
Metro line 3 to Athens Airport, then train or metro to city centre (≈30 min total)
Main attractions within walking distance; ideal after zoo.
Artemida
goDoor to door: ≈30 min
Car or bus east along the coast (≈20 min drive)
Seaside town with a small harbour; good for a quick lunch.
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.
Holiday Inn Athens Airport
Stylish rooms, free airport shuttle; good for early flights.
Sofitel Athens Airport
Only hotel on airport grounds; upscale, airport‑direct.
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
- €30–50 (≈ US$35–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- €60–90 (≈ US$70–110) excl. bed
- High
- €120 (≈ US$140)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Capsule or hostel bed2 × 3 nights × €30 | €180 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 3 days × €60 | €360 |
| Trip total≈ €90 per person per day, bed included | €540≈ US$650 |
2026 estimate; flights excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Taxi (5 km) | €12–15 (≈ US$14–18) |
| Attica Zoo entry | €15 (≈ US$18) adult / €11 (≈ US$13) child |
| Metro ticket | €1.40 (≈ US$2) (check) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Zoo entry €15 (≈ US$18) for adults; children under 3 free.
- Bus 319 runs every 35 minutes; plan around its schedule.
- Airport traffic can delay transfers during peak summer.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Ambulance
- 166
- Fire
- 199
- Tourist police
- 1571
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Emergency
- Police100
- Ambulance166
- Fire199
- Tourist police1571
Embassy
US consulate in Athens; other embassies also in Athens.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Athens Airport → Spata (metro + bus 319): about €4 (≈ US$5) total, 45 min (check)
- Taxi Airport → Spata centre (5 km): ≈ €12–15
Say or show
- Συγγνώμη — Excuse me / Sorry (signómi)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (efharistó)
- Πόσο κοστίζει; — How much is it? (póso kostízei?)
- Πού είναι η τουαλέτα; — Where is the toilet? (poú eínai i toualéta?)
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 Spata. 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: Apr–Jun, Sep–Nov · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, airport crowds) · month by month →
- 1 airport 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
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a short guide to public‑transport tickets (metro + bus 319).
- Include a map of outlet centre and zoo entrances.
- Link to airport‑hotel shuttle schedules.
Sources
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