Capital city in Attica, Greece
Internet in Athens: speed, SIM cards and coworking
Is the internet good in Athens?
Median fixed broadband in Greece is 91 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most cafés offer free wifi, speeds vary; coworking spaces are more reliable for calls.
Getting online in Athens
| Details | |
|---|---|
| Home fibre | Fibre from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova is common in newer buildings; about 25–40 EUR a month. Older flats may still have VDSL. |
| Cafés and coworking | Most cafés offer free wifi, speeds vary; coworking spaces are more reliable for calls. |
| Tourist SIM | Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates. |
| eSIM | Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors. |
| Carriers | Telekom (formerly Cosmote), Vodafone, Nova |
| Monthly data plan | €15–30 ($17–34) |
Coworking spaces in Athens
Spaces we checked are open in 2026. Prices change; confirm on their sites.
| Space | Area | Day pass |
|---|---|---|
| Impact Hub Athens | Kerameikos–Metaxourgeio | — |
| Mindspace | Central Athens | — |
Internet speeds in Europe
National medians, Speedtest Global Index.
| Country | Fixed | Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| France | 332 Mbps | 133 Mbps |
| Iceland | 283 Mbps | — |
| Switzerland | 281 Mbps | 120 Mbps |
| Denmark | 278 Mbps | 161 Mbps |
| Romania | 276 Mbps | 83 Mbps |
| Hungary | 271 Mbps | 94 Mbps |
| Spain | 263 Mbps | 84 Mbps |
| Portugal | 252 Mbps | 128 Mbps |
| Andorra | 244 Mbps | — |
| Netherlands | 226 Mbps | 158 Mbps |
| Luxembourg | 221 Mbps | 173 Mbps |
| Poland | 215 Mbps | 109 Mbps |
Quick answers
Is the internet fast in Athens?
Median fixed broadband in Greece is 91 Mbps and mobile is 133 Mbps (Speedtest Global Index, 2026-08). Most cafés offer free wifi, speeds vary; coworking spaces are more reliable for calls.
Which SIM card should I get in Athens?
Prepaid SIMs from Telekom, Vodafone and Nova at Athens airport and phone shops; passport needed. EU SIMs roam at home rates.
Can I use an eSIM in Greece?
Yes. Local carriers sell eSIMs to visitors, and travel eSIMs work too.
Are there coworking spaces in Athens?
Yes: Impact Hub Athens, Mindspace.
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Sources
- Speedtest Global Index: Greece
- Telekom (formerly Cosmote)
- Vodafone
- Nova
- Athens Urban Transport Organisation (OASA)
- Athens International Airport
- Visit Greece
- Hygeia Hospital
Speeds are medians from Ookla's Speedtest Global Index, cited for reference. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.