Embassy of Greece in Helsinki, Finland; address Maneesikatu 2A, 00170, Helsinki; phone +3589622979. Head of mission: Mrs. Natalia-M Karageorgou. Plus 4…
Head of mission: Mrs. Natalia-M Karageorgou, Ambassador (as listed in the diplomatic list of Greece, 30 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Matti Kuosmanen, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Weikko Kotila, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Greece, 30 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Markus Aarto, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr Fredrik-Mikael Sunde, Honorary Consul (as of 2010)
Greece stands out as an appealing destination for Finnish travelers, thanks to its captivating mix of sun-soaked islands, rich cultural heritage, and diverse landscapes, from tranquil beaches to rugged mountains. With 1.8 million Finns traveling abroad annually, a notable portion may find Greece an attractive option for their travels.
Greece is generally considered safe for tourists, including those from Finland, but there are some differences in safety rankings. According to safety statistics, Greece ranks 32nd out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, compared to Finland's 8th place. However, the Global Peace Index ranks Greece 40th out of 160 countries, indicating it is relatively safe, though still behind Finland, which ranks 13th. In terms of crime rates, Greece has a lower murder rate (0.9 per 100,000 people) compared to Finland (1.6). Female murder rates also reflect this trend, with Greece at 0.6 and Finland at 1.1. When looking at organized crime, both countries have a mafia group index of 3.0, but Greece has higher scores for crime networks (6.5), state crime (7.5), and human trafficking (5.5), indicating more challenges in these areas compared to Finland. Overall, while Greece is safe for Finnish tourists, they may want to remain aware of their surroundings, particularly at night, and understand the local crime dynamics.