Level of crime | 58.42 | Moderate | |
Crime increasing in the past 3 years | 76.81 | High | |
Worries home broken and things stolen | 57.44 | Moderate | |
Worries being mugged or robbed | 53.72 | Moderate | |
Worries car stolen | 47.32 | Moderate | |
Worries things from car stolen | 59.37 | Moderate | |
Worries attacked | 47.77 | Moderate | |
Worries being insulted | 44.72 | Moderate | |
Worries being subject to a physical attack because of your skin color, ethnic origin, gender or religion | 37.81 | Low | |
Problem people using or dealing drugs | 63.55 | High | |
Problem property crimes such as vandalism and theft | 63.88 | High | |
Problem violent crimes such as assault and armed robbery | 50.04 | Moderate | |
Problem corruption and bribery | 79.08 | High |
Safety walking alone during daylight | 66.66 | High | |
Safety walking alone during night | 38.22 | Low |
Contributors: 880
Last update: September 2023
These data are based on perceptions of visitors of this website in the past 3 years.
If the value is 0, it means it is perceived as very low, and if the value is 100, it means it is perceived as very high.
Crime in Aegiali | 2.19 miles |
Crime in Peristeri | 3.77 miles |
Crime in Aspropyrgos | 10.84 miles |
Crime in Corinth | 50.63 miles |
Crime in Patras | 130.40 miles |
Crime in Kalamata | 152.46 miles |
Crime in Agrinio | 171.88 miles |
Crime in Pyrgos | 174.09 miles |
Crime in Farsala | 174.33 miles |
Crime in Larissa | 220.12 miles |
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While crime isn't uncommon, I think these estimates exaggerate the level for most areas & if you take the necessary precautions nothing will happen to you. Omonoia, Acharnes/Menidi & Zefyri are the most affected areas that you should avoid but if you're careful you should be safe outside these parts.
I give crime index a 35, safety during daylight 75 & safety during night 60
Guns in Peristeri, Korydallos and Nikaia.
I live in Athens and i want leave from Country, Mexico is safety if compare Athens.
My english is bad! But man really that city is gross and dangerous! I never recommend!
Crime statistics point toward the fact that it’s actually quite a safe city for travelers—Athens is not included on lengthy lists of the world’s most dangerous cities.
Heavy crimes like murder, rape etc its pretty low, probably Athens in that aspect is one of the safest cities in the world.
Still, there are certain things that travelers to Athens should keep in mind to ensure the safest possible visit.
Stay vigilant for pickpockets and other petty thieves, scammers, these are the most common crimes targeting travelers in Athens. Be especially cautious at crowded attractions, on public transportation, and in taxis, where drivers sometimes scam their passengers for higher fees. Generally though they're very helpful and safe. Plus you can use an app (taxi beat or uber) to get a taxi this way you always get the right rate.
The most prominent form of crime in Athens is, as you might guess, pickpocketing. By all accounts, pickpocketing, purse snatching, and other forms of petty theft are common, especially at crowded tourist attractions, nightlife destinations, and on buses and trains, where you should take extra care to guard your belongings. Be particularly vigilant if someone seems like they’re trying to distract you; meanwhile, someone else may be reaching into your purse.
The rest of Greece is Very safe especially the Islands.
Enjoy your stay and the food! :)
To avoid an unpleasant situation, I would suggest you follow some basic rules.
Before you get in a taxi, always ask for the price. The daily fixed-rate from the airport to the city is 38-40€, the nightly about €60. If a driver force you to pay more, then you should call the police (tel.100)
Don't hold a lot of money on you; much better use your credit card.
Avoid a luxurious appearance. Expensive items (jewelry, watches, smartphones, etc.) attract criminals.
NEVER leave your mobile on the table of a restaurant or a coffee shop, bar, club, etc
Leave your passport at the hotel!
Don't trust street people that unexpectedly approach you. Leave them behind, and don't talk. Sometimes they are working as a team, so one person is keeping you busy, while the other is removing your valuable items. It's ok for someone to be rude in Greece, don't worry!
Women avoid taking a handbag if you don't need it.
In a restaurant, pub, bar, whatever, ask for the menu...so you can check the prices.
Women solely, who are planning to visit the Greek islands, must be aware of rapists when they are costuming alcohol. Don't trust every dude who is talking to you in a bar.
During the night, please avoid visiting Philopappos hill and generally don't walk in sketchy neighborhoods alone in the dark.
That's all. I hope that I didn't shock you; otherwise, Athens is a bitcheerful city. Enjoy