Several banks are along the waterfront. National Bank, on Ethniki Antistaseos, has extended hours in summer. A portable post office opposite the Aegina ferry pier offers currency exchange; it's open Monday through Saturday from 8am to 8pm and Sunday from 8am to 6pm. The main post office is on Tsamadoy; it's usually open daily from 8am to 4pm. There is also a substation in the Metro office on Akti Poseidonos. The telephone office (OTE) is a block away from the post office and is open 24 hours. There is another branch by the water, on Akti Miaouli at Merarchias, open daily from 7am to 9:30pm. You'll find secure luggage storage in the Metro station at the Central Travel Agency (tel. 210/411-5611; www.athensferries.gr); hours are from 6am to 8pm. The website has all its info regarding departing and returning ferries to and from most major islands.
Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.
