Forget the saying traveling by foot is the best way to see the country. When in Greece, traveling by wheels is the best. Ancient Greek warrior used to the ancient city offers a wide variety of interesting things that it would be hard to get around just on foot. Driving around would let you make a short stop if ever something in the street catches your eye.

If you don’t have a car you could always rent from the many car rentals in Greece and in Athens, specifically Syngrou Avenue. However, be forewarned, rental rates change with the season. People opting to rent a car should be prepared to pay higher rates during peak seasons.

The legal driving age in Greece is 18. However, most car rental shops only allow their vehicle to be leased to drivers with at least 23 years of age. Drivers who are under 23 could look for other shops but these are rare.

Recent years saw the development in most of the roads to Athens. Access has become easier with wider lanes. And getting lost won’t be a problem. Road signs are everywhere, guiding you wherever you want go, from the Peloponnese to the Thessaloniki. However, not all roads in Greece are developed. Drivers new to the country should expect varied road conditions. Also, driving around Athens could sometimes prove to be frustrating wit the traffic jams and everything. The traffic police are also vigilant over proper seatbelt use so you might want to slip on those belts properly.