Open event menu
Travel & Venue Information
Everything you need to plan your trip to Athens for the Sex Education Symposium 2026 — venue, transport, visas and local tips.
About Greece
Greece combines a rich history with modern hospitality. December is mild and uncrowded, ideal for conference travel.
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Time Zone
EET (UTC+2)
Plug Type
Type C / F, 230V
Official Language
Greek (English widely spoken)
Emergency Number
112
SIM Card Options
eSIM and prepaid SIMs from Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova available at the airport.
About Athens
Athens is a vibrant capital with world-class museums, the Acropolis and an efficient metro connecting the airport to the city centre.
Acropolis & Parthenon
Plaka Old Town
Riviera Coastline
Local Essentials
Getting Around
Metro Line 3 runs from the airport to Syntagma and Megaro Moussikis stations.
Tipping
Tipping 5–10% in restaurants is appreciated but not mandatory.
Safety
Athens is generally safe; watch for pickpockets in crowded areas.
Visa Requirements
What to Pack?
Pack layers and a light rain jacket. December days are mild but evenings can be cool.
15°C
(59°F)
Day Avg
8°C
(46°F)
Night Avg
Our Venue
Megaron Athens International Conference Centre
Vasilissis Sofias Ave & Kokkali 1, Athens 115 21, Greece
Step-free Access
Free Wi-Fi
Cloakroom
Prayer Room
How to get here?
Athens International Airport (ATH)
33 km / approx. 40 min
Recommended Transport
Line 3 (blue) from the airport to Megaro Moussikis station, 2 minutes walk to the venue.
Official taxi rank outside Arrivals, flat day fare to the city centre.
X95 bus from the airport to Syntagma Square, then a short metro ride.
Metro
EUR 9
40 min
Taxi
EUR 40-55
35 min
Express Bus
EUR 6
60 min