Greece is far more than just a vacation destination. It is a vast mosaic of ancient history, breathtaking beaches, hidden mountain villages, and unparalleled culinary experiences. Whether you are planning an in-depth family trip to the mountainous north, a pampering beach vacation on the islands, or a cultural journey through the alleys of Athens – the difference between “just another trip” and an unforgettable experience begins with proper planning.
In an era where we are used to relying on smartphones, experienced travelers know: there is no real substitute for a high-quality travel guide or a reliable physical map. A good guide will provide you with historical context, authentic local recommendations, and hidden routes that algorithms might miss. A professional road map (with a detailed scale) will give you full confidence on winding roads, even when cellular reception disappears between the mountains.
We have compiled the ultimate “traveler’s toolkit” for Greece on this page. The list includes 28 selected items from the world’s leading publishers (such as Lonely Planet, Michelin, National Geographic, and Freytag & Berndt) alongside specialized local guides.
What Will You Find Here?
- Guides in Hebrew: For travelers who prefer information accessible, clear, and tailored to Hebrew speakers.
- Detailed Road and Hiking Maps: Varying scales (from 1:50,000 to 1:700,000) for precise route planning and orientation in the field.
- Up-to-Date International Guides (in English): New editions (2024-2025) for those seeking the deepest and most current information.
Choose the guide that suits your travel style, secure a high-quality map, and set out to discover the magic of Greece with peace of mind.
Guides in Hebrew
- Greece, Athens & The Mainland Guide – Eyewitness, Haolam Publishing
- Northern Greece for Families Guide, Haolam Publishing
- Rhodes Guide, Haolam Publishing
- Crete Guide, Haolam Publishing
- Rhodes Guide – Spiral, Haolam Publishing
Maps
- Greece Map, MairDumont (Marco Polo), Scale: 1:350,000
- Greece Map, Michelin, Scale: 1:700,000
- Greece Map, World Mapping Project, Scale: 1:650,000
- Greece Map, Freytag & Berndt, Scale: 1:500,000
- Halkidiki-Thasos-Olympus Map, Freytag & Berndt, Scale: 1:150,000
- Zakynthos Map, Freytag & Berndt, Scale: 1:50,000
- Greece Map, National Geographic, Scale: 1:710,000
- Kos Map, Freytag & Berndt, Scale: 1:65,000
Guides in English
- Greece Guide (English), Michelin
- Greece Guide (English, 2025), Lonely Planet
- Greek Phrasebook (English), Lonely Planet
- Greek Islands Guide (English, 2025), Lonely Planet
- Greece Guide (English), Rough Guides
- Greece, Athens & The Mainland Guide (English, 2024), DK Eyewitness
- Greece, The Islands Guide (English, 2024), DK Eyewitness
- Greece, The Islands Guide (English, 2025), DK Eyewitness
- Greece Guide (English), Culture Smart!
- Greece: The Peloponnese Guide (English), Bradt
- Mediterranean Europe Guide (English), Lonely Planet
- Greek Phrasebook (English), Rough Guides
- European Phrasebook (English), DK Eyewitness
- Greece Guide (English), Cicerone
- Greece Guide (English, 2023), Lonely Planet
