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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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Christopher_L, 10/20/2025 1:50:05 AM

This is an amazing food tour! Our guide Anna was wonderful and went above and beyond to explain everything to us and give us additional recommendations for food. There is so much food you will need to take some home.

David_P, 10/19/2025 11:03:57 AM

Not so small group turned into 14. Too many for conversation over food. Challenging for group to stay together in narrow markets.

ILoveBergenTours, 10/19/2025 9:58:02 AM

Excellent tour! Well-paced with the food selections, and all very local and interesting. Out guide Kathrine did a fantastic job. We really enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it to anyone looking to get a good overview of Greek food traditions + what to order when you go out on your own :)

Gayle_N, 10/19/2025 6:05:06 AM

Argyros was an exceptional tour guide. She was very knowledgeable about all of the foods and places we visited. She was able to keep our group together and informed us of some of her personal history behind the foods and beverages we tried. We had so much food, that the majority of us were not able to eat our last food tasting. She was able to have it packed up so we could eat it later. This was a fun tour to walk through the meat, fish and vegetable markets. Then to also try all of the Greek dishes, and beverages was a nice way to experience Greece. I would recommend this tour, but just note, there is a lot of walking involved.

saynapatel, 10/19/2025 12:36:52 AM

Loved this experience so much! Was a great amount of time, balanced well with walking and food tastings. We tried everything but didn’t feel too stuffed or lethargic at the end. Definitely go hungry and pace yourself! Had an amazing time on this tour!

Julie_W, 10/18/2025 2:41:18 PM

Our tour guide Adele was super and introduced us to a range of Greek foods and drinks, all of which were delicious. A fun afternoon spent wandering the streets of Athens.

Jpellie7, 10/18/2025 1:52:51 PM

We enjoyed all the of foods. The variety was of dishes was amazing. The tour guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I recommend this tour for all the foodies.

B1295TOannae, 10/18/2025 12:54:47 PM

Dorella was a fantastic tour guide! She was so knowledgeable and taught us so much about Athens and Greek food! You definitely want to be hungry when you start this tour, because there is so much food and drink and it is all fantastic. Loved the opportunity to experience authentic Greek food at all the locals’ favorite spots.

Vickie_O, 10/18/2025 7:30:05 AM

Excellent food tour. Adele was very informative about the tour foods. Choices for our food experiences were varied and provided a wonderful selection of sweet and savory food options as well as wines and olive oils and vinegars. Our tour group was varied in ages from 2 to much older. Adele was considerate and conscientious for everyone in the group. When they tell you not to eat before you go - they really mean it. Lots of food!

Christina_C, 10/18/2025 6:19:23 AM

We had a wonderful time. Fun guide, great recommendations and delicious food. So glad I did this early in our visit to Athens

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

Less than 24 hours before travel date - 0% refund