

don't walk alone in isolated areas at night, especially in the Athens suburb of Omonia and at the railway and bus stations of Larissa and Peloponissos.Racially motivated and homophobic attacks have occurred. There's also a risk of drink spiking for the purpose of sexual assault. Tourists have been the victims of serious physical and sexual assaults, including in Athens and on the major Greek islands such as Mykonos, Santorini and Ios. If you have been the victim of a scam, report your claims to the nearest Police station and be prepared to support your claim with evidence. Tourist scams exist in Greece, including taxis, hotels, restaurants, and vehicle hire services. be alert at tourist spots in central Athens and on the islands.

look after your belongings, particularly on public transport and on buses and trains to and from the airport.This includes pickpocketing, bag snatching and slashing luggage to steal belongings. Theft is common on buses and trains to and from the Athens airport. Petty crime is a serious issue in tourist areas, including Monastiraki and Syntagma Square in central Athens.
