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Greece

Island hopping made smarter

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Heads up

Uber exists in Greece but operates only via licensed taxis and has limited coverage . FreeNow is the dominant ride app used by locals. Ferry travel between islands is common; always book ahead in peak summer season as boats fill up fast.

9 apps5 essentialEurope

Last updated: March 2026

FreeNow

Essential

The leading taxi-hailing app in Greece, operating in Athens, Thessaloniki, and Heraklion. Connects riders to licensed taxi drivers.

Pro tip: You can pay by card in the app or with cash to the driver . handy when connectivity is uncertain.

Uber

Nice to have

Available in Athens, Thessaloniki, Santorini, Corfu, and Mykonos, but operates only via licensed taxi drivers to comply with Greek law.

Pro tip: Useful as a backup if FreeNow has no nearby drivers.
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efood

Essential

Greece's #1 food and grocery delivery platform, available in over 100 cities. Dominates the local market by a wide margin.

Pro tip: efood Pro subscription gives free unlimited delivery and 10% off selected stores . worth it for stays over a week.

Wolt

Nice to have

Second most popular delivery app in Greece, offering food and grocery delivery in Athens and major cities.

Pro tip: Sometimes has better restaurant selection in certain Athens neighbourhoods than efood.
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Google Maps

Essential

The go-to navigation app for Greece, covering mainland, islands, and ferry terminals. Offline maps highly recommended for smaller islands.

Pro tip: Download offline maps for each island you plan to visit before leaving the mainland . island data coverage can be unreliable.

Ferryhopper

Essential

Essential app for planning and booking ferry travel between Greek islands. Shows real-time ferry locations, schedules, and allows direct ticket booking.

Pro tip: Use real-time tracking to see where your ferry is . Greek ferries can run late, saving dock-side waiting.
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