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Athens Foodie's Dream: Authentic Greek Culinary Walk

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A good way to experience Greek culture is through food in a culinary tasting with freshly made traditional Greek salad and Greek wine at Pantopolion tis Mesogiakis Diatrofis.

Varvakeios, the Central Municipal Athens Market, is one of the most famous markets in Athens and offers fresh fruits and vegetables from local produce.

Traditionally brewed Greek coffee during a stop at Mokka, a traditional Greek coffee shop on Athinas street in central Athens.

Legends say Loukoumades were offered to the winners of the first Olympic Games, and at Krinos the typical Greek street food is still prepared in a traditional way with honey syrup and cinnamon.

Meliartos is a contemporary Athenian bakery in the popular Monastiraki neighborhood and offers culinary delights and delicious desserts.

Established in 1922, the Miran deli is specialized in cured meats and visitors find themselves surrounded by hanging pastourma and soutzokakia (Greek sausages).

At the seated tasting area inside the shop, visitors get a lesson in deli meats and learn more about the prestigious history of Miran.

Renowned for their cold cuts, at Miran special cold cuts and cheese selections are prepared for visitors to sample their products.

Along with its famous cold cuts and smoked cheeses, Miran serves another traditional food speciality during its tastings: so-called dolmadakia, grape leaves filled with rice and onions.

The meats section during a stop at the Central Municipal Athens Market (Varvakios Agora) on Athinas street in central Athens.

The fish section during a stop at the Central Municipal Athens Market (Varvakios Agora) on Athinas street in central Athens.

ouvlaki served at the traditional Souvlaki restaurant "Savvas" on Ermou street in central Athens.

Evripidou street is lined with spice shops and at the Miran deli travelers will be immersed in the colors and smells of local spices.

The exterior of the traditional "Krinos" sweets and pastries shop on Eolou street in central Athens.

Greek goods such as honey, olive oil, Ouzo and dairy products, at the "Pantopolion tis Mesogiakis Diatrofis" in central Athens.

The view on Monastiraki square in the Monastiraki area in central Athens.

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Step off the beaten track and awaken your senses on a 4-hour food walking tour in Athens, taken at a time that suits your schedule. Walk through Monastiraki Square and the central city market, Varvakios Agora, to spend a half-day. Your tour leader will explain the stories and the origins of the local food while you will taste and drinks at some of the best local foodies places.

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Adam_F, 10/27/2025 4:47:29 PM

We had an incredible time on our tour! Tonia was our tour guide and she took us to so many local spots that we would never have known to go to ourselves. We tried so many amazing foods and she told us all about the importance of each kind to Greek culture and history. We would wholeheartedly recommend this experience to anyone!!

Michael_S, 10/27/2025 2:57:27 PM

An excellent walking food tour with a very knowledgeable tour guide. The food, pastries, and drink were all excellent. I encourage all looking for an all encompassing walking food tour experience to book this one. You will not be disappointed!

Andrew F, 10/27/2025 11:38:52 AM

We’ve just finished our food and drink tour with Nikoleta and it was fantastic! Nikoleta is very friendly, has great stories and is very knowledgeable. She took us to several places we’d have normally walked past and everything (a wide variety) we tasted was delicious. And there was plenty of it. Definitely go for this tour when you’re hungry! Thank you, Nikoleta- the tour was a highlight of our trip.

aklcone, 10/27/2025 2:43:03 AM

Silvia was a wonderful guide. She was very knowledgeable and very patient with my slow walking. The foods she presented were delicious and quite a variety. She seemed to be well known in the area and everyone loved her. We enjoyed hearing about her culture, family and the traditions of her family. I rate her very high (10 out of 10) and would book her again.

Jo_H, 10/26/2025 9:54:20 AM

Really great experience but so much food!! Don’t eat before you go. It was great to explore areas and try different places and foods. Anna was a great guide

Terrie_U, 10/26/2025 9:37:21 AM

We did a walking tour in Athens with Anastasia and she was the best! The places she took us were awesome. Large portions and so much food!!! We got a lot of knowledge behind all the places we visited…I got to know Athens….she was amazing. Highly recommend this tour!

Barbara_C, 10/25/2025 7:36:51 PM

Nicolletta was a wonderful tour guide. She was very funny, knowledgeable, and had great stories. I’d highly recommend this tour and make sure you go hungry.

abbyroseh2015, 10/25/2025 5:32:44 PM

Excellent tour, we were guided by ana, she was brilliant, warm, friendly and really knowledgeable. Thank you for a fantastic afternoon!

Frank_P, 10/25/2025 11:45:20 AM

I loved the food, the people in the group were outstanding and the tour guide was OUTSTANDING. THANK YOU

Nicole_F, 10/25/2025 11:22:05 AM

All the reviews are absolutely spot on, come hungry! There’s plenty of food along the way. We loved Nicoletta “Barbie”!! She was so much fun and really made the experience even better. You’ll get to try a wide variety of traditional Greek dishes while stopping at spots you’d probably never discover on your own. It’s also a great way to meet other travelers. My only wish? A little more alcohol! Overall it’s everything you could ask for.

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
The tour is not suitable for vegans or gluten free intolerance participants
Please make sure you will not eat anything in advance cause the amount of food is plenty.
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
This tour is suitable for vegetarians, you can inform about your diet preference or alergies your tour leader on spot
Voted as best experience of South Europe this tour is a unique experience of the culinary present and past of Athens
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Not recommended for gluten free intolerance

Food and drink

Visit to the fish and meat market

6 food stops (12 tastings)

Local food leader

Tasting of high quality local products

Groups no larger than 12 people maximum

Gratuities

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Departure point

Monastiraki square in front of the little church on the square

Return details

Redemption

MEETING POINT Monastiraki square in front of the little chapel on the square. In case of a problem you can What’s app +306936905004

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

24 hours before travel date - 100% refund

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