Food & drink in Athens
In a nutshell
Souvlaki, spanakopita, cheese, olives and Greek wine around the central market and the streets of Psyrri and Monastiraki.
Rating & popularity
#3 of 7
in our Athens guide
Visit duration
3 h
Usually no booking needed
Tourist load through the year
Best months: Mar, Apr, Oct
Souvlaki, spanakopita, cheese, olives and Greek wine around the central market and the streets of Psyrri and Monastiraki.
Lunch is the main meal, and dinner starts late. Greek coffee is strong and served with the grounds.
A small-group food and market tour is a good first-day activity because it teaches you what to order for the rest of the trip.
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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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During our Evening Food Tour, you'll feel the real pulse of the city and see how Athens transforms at night! You'll stroll around the center of the city exploring authentic eateries and hidden gems under the guidance of a local food expert. Together, we'll explore the Greek culture and food in the vibrant districts of Monastiraki and Psirri while we mingle with locals. You'll enjoy Greek authentic flavors, taste the most delicious authentic Greek food including Souvlaki or Gyros/Greek traditional pies, a Greek-style pizza, a delicious dinner in a local taverna, dessert and much more. Explore Athens' best spots, taste some of the best Greek food and discover the secrets that make the Greek cuisine so special! IMPORTANT NOTES • Food market doesn't operate. • Alcohol served at dinner only. • Please inform for food restrictions/allergies. • Not recommended for gluten free/vegan/lactose-free/low carb diet. • Please check where the meeting point is located and come on time.
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Discover authentic, fresh, traditional food in non tourist, hidden spots of the City! Food and places you may not find alone! Visit local streets where we see, taste and shop for cheese, cured meat, fruits, sweets and spices in markets of colour, scents and noise. Taste olives, oil and honey from a farmer and local wine made on site. 4.00pm tours will see SOME of the market as it is closing. On Sundays the markets ARE SHUT so we visit a taverna and eat traditional food with ouzo and local wine. Visit a delicatessean and a spice shop and a producer of olive oil and honey. You will also enjoy Greek coffee and yogurt from a local producer. 20+ tastings offered including sit down meals of meat and fish on all tours. Learn about Greek culture and meet with the locals. Vegetarian, vegan, GF options available. Vegan not available on Sundays. Discounted childrens rate offered. If you want a particular host then please message before booking to find out which tours they are running!
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**Small group size: 12 people maximum** Taste your way through Athens on an award-winning small group tour! Let your guide lead you through the twisting streets of the city to 10 carefully selected specialty food shops, and sample the finest olive oil, cheese, cured meats, sweets, spices, tapas and Greek souvlaki. All 15 tastings are included. Discover the flavors of Athens, one bite at a time!
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