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Destination wedding in Greece: a guide for your guests

Greek island weddings mean whitewashed chapels, sunset views and long taverna dinners. Most guests connect through Athens and finish with a short flight or ferry, so travel days need some planning.

2 destinations covered · 24 activities · 24 restaurants

Where to get married in Greece, from your guests' point of view

Santorini

Oia, Fira & Imerovigli · best May to June, September to October

Whitewashed villages on the caldera cliffs, volcanic beaches and famous sunsets. Distances are short, but roads and paths get busy in summer.

  • Getting there: Santorini airport (JTR) is 15 minutes from Fira. Ferries from Athens (Piraeus) take 5 to 8 hours.
  • Car needed: Not usually
  • Activity prices: Mid-range
  • Group favorites: sunset catamaran cruise with BBQ dinner; santorini wine tasting at three wineries; volcano and hot springs boat trip

Things to do · Weekend itinerary · Where to stay · Welcome dinner

Mykonos

Mykonos Town & the south coast · best May to June, September to early October

Windmills, Little Venice sunsets, beach clubs and whitewashed lanes. Many places close from November to March.

  • Getting there: Mykonos airport (JMK) is 10 minutes from town. Ferries arrive from Athens in 2.5 to 5 hours.
  • Car needed: Not usually
  • Activity prices: Mid-range
  • Group favorites: delos island guided tour; sunset cruise with drinks; south coast beaches cruise with lunch

Things to do · Weekend itinerary · Where to stay · Welcome dinner

At a glance

SantoriniMykonos
Best seasonMay to June, September to OctoberMay to June, September to early October
Car needed?Not usuallyNot usually
Activity pricesMid-rangeMid-range
Relaxed activities56
Foodie activities33
Adventure activities53
Full-day trips12

Good to know for guests in Greece

  • Currency: Euro (EUR)
  • Tipping: Around 5 to 10% in restaurants is customary for good service. Round up taxi fares.
  • Dinner time: Dinner starts late, often 9 to 10 pm in summer.
  • Group dinners: Tavernas are happy to serve family-style meze for groups. Book caldera-view tables weeks ahead in summer.
  • Power plugs: Type C and F plugs, 230 V.
  • Entry rules: Passport and visa rules depend on nationality. Ask guests to check their own government's travel advice early.

Questions couples ask

Where is the best place for a destination wedding in Greece?

It depends on your guests. Best for relaxed guests: Mykonos (6 relaxed activities on our list). Best for foodie guests: Santorini (3 foodie activities on our list). Best for adventure guests: Santorini (5 adventure activities on our list). Easiest on guest budgets: Santorini (activities skew cheaper than elsewhere in the country). Best for guests staying longer: Mykonos (2 full-day trips nearby).

When is the best time for a wedding in Greece?

Santorini: May to June, September to October. Mykonos: May to June, September to early October.

Do wedding guests need to tip in Greece?

Around 5 to 10% in restaurants is customary for good service. Round up taxi fares.

What time is dinner in Greece?

Dinner starts late, often 9 to 10 pm in summer.

What currency and plugs do guests need in Greece?

Euro (EUR) Type C and F plugs, 230 V.

What should guests budget for a wedding in Greece?

Flights and accommodation are usually the biggest costs, followed by meals and activities. Our free destination wedding guest budget calculator adds it all up per person and per day.

Plan the costs: guest budget calculator · how to set up a room block · guest etiquette

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