Athens is a city, shorts are for the islands or a beach. Wear a cotton skirt, or dress, which can double as evening wear as well. This way you will be cool, even more as your skin is not exposed to the sun so much.
Can you wear shorts to Acropolis?
The Acropolis is not a religious venue, and men wear shorts at all the archaeological sites and most other places. Churches and monasteries are the only places where nobody can wear shorts. And women shouldn't have exposed shoulders, so take a lightweight shawl and knee+ length wrap skirt.
How should I dress in Athens Greece?
Avoid anything too smart – Greece really is very casual. Wear plenty of sunscreen (we love the Riemann P20 range for 10 hour protection), a sunhat and sunglasses. If you take a boat trip you may find there's a cool breeze out on the water. The sun will be extra strong too and you may not have much cover.
Is it OK to wear shorts in Athens Greece?
Can you wear shorts to the Acropolis of Athens?
The Acropolis is not a religious venue, and men wear shorts at all the archaeological sites and most other places. Churches and monasteries are the only places where nobody can wear shorts. And women shouldn't have exposed shoulders, so take a lightweight shawl and knee+ length wrap skirt.
Can men wear shorts at night in Greece?
For warm-weather activities shorts are fine. Leave the Hawaiian prints at home. For evening, a collared shirt and nice trousers or dress jeans are appropriate. A lightweight rain jacket is ideal, especially in the cooler seasons.
Can you wear shorts to the Acropolis Museum?
There is no dress code for the Acropolis like it is in the Greek Monasteries such as Meteora Monasteries. If it is summer, you definitely need a hat, comfortable clothes, good walking shoes, sunscreen, and plenty of water with you.