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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

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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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Donna_B, 7/15/2025 10:01:58 AM

Katarina was a fabulous tour guide. She brought us to wonderful restaurants and cafes and was so knowledgeable about everything. We learned about authentic Greek food and the history behind them. Her restaurant choices were top notch. I would highly recommend this tour and Katarina!!

sookysheriberi, 7/15/2025 9:45:29 AM

Maro was a great guide, she was informative and passionate about Athens and the different places we tried. We had 8 stops, and were very full at the conclusion of the trip. Do not eat beforehand!!!

Coryn_C, 7/15/2025 7:57:26 AM

Dimitra was a great guide! She shared a lot about traditional Greek and Cretan foods! The tour itself is A LOT of food, they do not joke when they say not to eat beforehand. Maybe stretching it over a bit more time would help? Otherwise it really was a great taste of the popular Greek dishes. It was a lot to take in and remember, so maybe a handout with the names of the food would be helpful for non native speakers.

William_F, 7/13/2025 3:40:04 PM

The only small hitch, was my fault and my US cellular international plan. We hit the ground in Athens 11:00AM, 30 minutes later than expected, but no problem getting to the hotel and in the meeting place 5 minutes ahead of schedule, however our cell plan took a while to connect and download the latest messages which told us to meet by a little church in the Flea Market square. So we did, 15 minutes late of our scheduled time located our guide. After meeting our guide we proceeded to have the most wonderful walking tour and food/coffee/ wine, beer, and orzo experience. We were traveling with two 17 year old grandchildren and we all tried everything and came away with some new food likes. This tour helped us hit the ground running, got us food, knowledge, and kept us up to then get to bed and beat the jet lag.

19amna72, 7/13/2025 1:55:01 PM

So glad I went on this tour. So much good food & the guide was wonderful. Went on the 9:30 tour. Didn't bother with having breakfast. You get more than enough food.

lbach78, 7/13/2025 11:39:47 AM

Our guide Mora was excellent, very knowledgeable about Athens, Greek culture, the foods that we tried and generally very enjoyable! She helped our group feel at home with each other and I think we all had a great time!

Christine_D, 7/13/2025 9:07:40 AM

Guide, Maro, was extremely knowledgeable and engaging. She was able to tell a lot about Athens as we walked through different areas. Food was unique and delicious with a variety of food and no-food stops.

Joe_D, 7/13/2025 5:07:55 AM

Maria was the best. She knew everything and was a lot of fun. She made the food tour so memorable and even gave us great recommendations afterwards. You eat so much food along the way!

patrickkU1058GD, 7/13/2025 12:55:46 AM

Adele was excellent!! 5 stars! Super knowledgeable and friendly. We learned so much and had a great time—highly recommend her!

Cheryl_T, 7/12/2025 10:22:43 AM

Was a fun, informative, yummy tour of central Athens. Our guide Dora was fun and a pleasure to spend the tour with. We went to a local coffee shop, a pie place, then a restaurant, a gyro restaurant and a local bakery. Lots of local food and drinks.

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.

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