Embassy of Romania in Athens, Greece; address Emmanouil Benaki 7, 106 78, Athina; phone +2106728879. Plus 4 other missions.
Head of mission: Ms. Carmen-Ileana Mihălcescu, Consul General (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Greece, 4 Nov 2024)
Head of mission: Mr. Alexandros Gardikiotis, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Mr. Konstantinos Kourkounakis, Honorary Consul (as of 2015)
Head of mission: Ms. Mariana-Valeria Crăciun, Honorary Consul (confirmed in the diplomatic list of Greece, 4 Nov 2024)
Romania has emerged as an appealing destination for tourists, featuring a unique mix of cultural heritage, historical significance, and natural beauty. With around 6.8 million international visitors annually, it ranks highly in regional tourism, drawing attention to its medieval towns, gothic castles, and the scenic Carpathian Mountains. Given that 2 million Greeks travel abroad each year, a portion of them may find Romania an attractive option for their travels.
Romania is generally considered a safe destination for tourists, including those coming from Greece. It ranks 19th out of 40 countries for safety while walking alone at night, making it safer than Greece, which ranks 32nd. According to the Global Peace Index, Romania is ranked 36th out of 160 countries, similar to Greece's rank of 40th. In terms of crime statistics, Romania has a murder rate of 1.3 per 100,000 people, compared to Greece's lower rate of 0.9. However, both countries have relatively low murder rates overall. When examining organized crime, Romania scores slightly worse than Greece in some areas, but both countries face challenges. For example, Romania has a mafia group index of 4.0 compared to Greece's 3.0, indicating a higher presence of organized crime. Overall, while Romania has some crime concerns, it remains a safe choice for tourists, especially when compared to many other countries.