Let us introduce you to Athens through the beauty of our Ancient Acropolis and the mouth-watering delights of Athenian cuisine. In the company of our expert guide embark on a unique tour which blends mythology and gastronomy in a way that will leave you utterly enchanted with our mythic city of Athens!
Tour Options
Private Tour
Itinerary
Admission not included120 min
Beginning on the slopes of the Acropolis, enter the sacred hill through the Propylaea, an imposing marble-gate surrounding the hill. Marvel at the magnificent and inspired construction of the Parthenon and learn about the eras of worship and destruction it has faced in stony resilience. Set your eyes upon the ethereal Erechtheion and its iconic Caryatids, the fair maidens that support the beautiful structure. With your deeply knowledgeable and passionate guide, learn about the history, legends, and myths that envelop this ancient site and enjoy breath-taking views across Athens and out to the Aegean Sea. Join us on this journey through time that will show you the very origins of democracy and political philosophy as we know it today.
110 min
Next, it’s time to turn your journey through antiquity into one of gastronomy! Discover the very best of Athens’ foodie scene by tasting delights such as home-made dishes, 'koulouri', 'loukoumades' and many more local favorites.
Get to know the locals at the vibrant Athens Central Market and see the huge variety of fresh meat, fish, vegetables, and fruits on display. Discover specialist stalls, bursting with colorful and aromatic herbs, spices and condiments; meet with true artisans, who will show you how much time, dedication and love goes into producing their treasured delicacies.
There, you'll also have the opportunity to try some of the most traditional and authentically Greek dishes you could possibly find. The menu varies, but some of the most popular choices are 'gemista' -the famous oven-baked stuffed vegetables-, slow-cooked meat with a side of mashed potatoes or pasta, 'fava' -a split pea dip- and okra casserole, among others.
Let your taste buds sore as you sample cheeses from across Greece, irresistible cold cuts and perfectly prepared Greek coffee. In Greece, we know how to feed people - fresh, delicious food and plenty of it (no morsel bites here), so be sure to come hungry!
10 min
Your tour will come to an end at the famous area of Monastiraki, the place where Athens' past and present meet. Learn about the famed Monastiraki square, with its flea market and important historical monuments, and bid your tour goodbye among the vibrant vibe of the region.
Highlights
Private Acropolis Tour & food tour with visit to Central Market
All food & drink tastings (enough for lunch)
Services of an exceptional licensed guide
We CAN provide food substitutions for vegetarians.
What's included
Included
Private Acropolis Tour & food tour with visit to Central Market
All food & drink tastings (enough for lunch)
Services of an exceptional licensed guide
We CAN provide food substitutions for vegetarians.
Not included
Acropolis entrance fees (we can pre-purchase skip the line tickets for you)
Private transportation
Traveller Ratings
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Important Information
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Frequently asked questions
How long does Acropolis Delights: Private Acropolis & Food Tour take?
Acropolis Delights: Private Acropolis & Food Tour lasts about 4 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Acropolis Delights: Private Acropolis & Food Tour cost?
Prices start at $337 per person for this Athens experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Acropolis Delights: Private Acropolis & Food Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Entrance of Acropolis Metro Station Entrance, on Makrygianni Street. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Acropolis Delights: Private Acropolis & Food Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 10 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Acropolis Delights: Private Acropolis & Food Tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 9 verified reviews; it is run by Greeking.me. Most-mentioned highlights: Private Acropolis Tour & food tour with visit to Central Market; All food & drink tastings (enough for lunch); Services of an exceptional licensed guide.
Reviews(9)
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BradleBy G
September 6, 2021
Acropolis tour and Day sail on Naxos
Katerina
Both tours were fantastic.
Marielena is a very special guide and knew everything about the Acropolis..
The Lady K was fantastic as well. The captain was a good host and we had a great day.
Thank you for your help.
Operator response
Hello Bradley,
Thank you for the positive feedback regarding our Acropolis tour and Naxos sailing tour. We take pride in having the best team and we couldn’t be happier that you enjoyed the services of your guides on both occasions.
Hopefully, you’ll be back in our country soon enough to join us in more of our tours and trips around Greece!
M
Michelle R
December 28, 2019
Wonderful experience, highly recommend
We thoroughly enjoyed our tour with Maria-Elena - she is an archeologist by training, spoke fluent English and was a fun to spend time with and learn from. As an added plus, she was very comfortable and enjoyable for our teenage daughters too. Perfect experience for our family of 4 to learn about the Acropolis and see the museum. Thank you Maria-Elena and GreekingMe Tours!!!
Operator response
Dear Michelle,
Thank you so much for your feedback and your polite words! We couldn't be happier that you enjoyed yourselves at the tour with Maria-Elena. She is an excellent guide, great with both adults and children and always does her best to engage and involve everyone, by sharing her expertise! She will be grateful to hear your kind words!
We are definitely looking forward to meeting you again in the future!
Best :)
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PassionForTravel42
September 14, 2019
Multiple Tours in Both Athens & Crete....All First Rate!
We used greekingme to book many transfers and tours for our family of four (2 adults and 2 teens). We had a truly outstanding experience with every one of them. Our tours included: Private Acropolis Delights Tour (Acropolis & Food), Private Evening Tour with Meze Dinner, and Private Knossos & Food Tour. We also booked our transfers to/from the airport with greekingme as well as some more challenging logistics in Crete where we requested they hold our luggage while taking tours then transfer us to Elounda.
Every single driver and guide that we had was outstanding. They were all passionate about sharing their country. They were all also very well educated and spoken outstanding English. The guides were highlights of our trip. I really can't say enough positive things about them. We also felt the vehicles were very nice and the drivers were always where they were supposed to be and on time. Each of our tours involved a food component and all of them were outstanding.
I will give special note to our Heraklion food tour. I thought this one might be a bit questionable as Heraklion seemed to be more of an airport/port town. This food tour ended up being one of our teens' favorite activities (they rated it equal to the day we chartered a sailboat in Santorini!). We really enjoyed meeting the various merchants. And, the food was outstanding. It was my daughter's favorite meal of the trip!
Really, truly an outstanding experience booking with greekingme!
2 people found this helpful
Operator response
Hi there! It is now our turn to say a big thank you for taking the time to share your experience in such detail with other travelers that may wish to join the same tours as you! Hearing that our tours were a success, not just with you but also with our little guests, is of particular importance to us because we value the opinion of all our guests and love to see them leave with a big smile on their face! We honestly hope to see you back in the near future !
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Venture285177
May 19, 2019
Do not miss this tour!
Ava was an amazing guide...knowledgeable, fun, and delightful! We loved the Acropolis tour and the local food tasting!!! Do not miss this wonderful tour!
Operator response
Hello and thank so much for your review about our Acropolis Delights tour! I am very pleased to hear that you had a good time with us in May and we sincerely hope to see you again in the future !!
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Emilie Z
November 26, 2018
Best Way to Do Athens in One Day with Family
Our guide, Eva, was the perfect person to show my family around Athens. She was smart, kind, and extremely knowledgable about the history and mythology. Combining the acropolis and a small food tour is a great way to squeeze in what Athens is really known for in one day. Thanks for giving my family a great day they will never forget!
Operator response
Dear Emilie,
Thank you so much for your amazing review! I am absolutely thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing time with Eva, she will be delighted to hear that she made it such a memorable experience for you and your family. We would love to hear from you again next time you are in Greece - please do reach out!
Kindest regards,
M
MonyMonyLondon
July 21, 2018
Excellent food tour and Acropolis sightseeing tour for a family
This tour was recommended to us by friends and I am so glad we booked! Our tour guide was Vera and she is absolutely amazing. She is so knowledgeable and really patience with our boys, 8 and 9. We started off with the Acropolis tour which she really made it so interesting for them, especially all the stories of the Gods. I highly recommend booking the private if you have younger children like us. Following the Acropolis tour we started our food tour which again Vera made extremely interesting and we loved the selection of foods from the traditional breads, the meat and fish markets, our lunch finished with delicious pastries. Thanks Vera, you made our first taste of Greece very special.
Operator response
Thank you so much for your review!
We are extremely glad that we were able to create an enjoyable experience for you and your family during your stay in Athens! Vera will be especially excited to hear that your boys found their Acropolis tour and as well the variety of delicacies you tried were to your liking.
We would absolutely love to hear from you again during your next visit to the country!
Best wishes,
T
Trevor Carl N
June 29, 2018
Excellent Tour/Food Guide Option
We travelled to Athens for a family Spring Break trip and couldn't be happier with our experience booking this tour. Our group of 5 included our two children (ages 3 and 5) and the guide did a great job keeping them interested and engaged throughout.
The food tour stops were excellent, the history and mythology lessons were interesting and our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. She brought a binder with images and renderings of the historical sights we were seeing and notecards with the Greek gods for the kids. It was great and we highly recommend it.
1 people found this helpful
Operator response
Dear Trevor,
Our team is thrilled to hear that you and your family were so happy with your delicious and educational tour! It is so pleasing to hear that your kids also enjoyed it to the fullest as we strive to create family-friendly experiences!
We would love to hear from you if you return to Greece!
Best,
L
Lori B
June 21, 2018
A wonderful cruise excursion
We were in the port of Piraeus on a cruise and greeking me arranged for a taxi to be waiting for us at the pier. Due to traffic it was about an hour drive to the Acropolis where our tour guide was waiting for us. We were so blessed to have a guide who majored in archeology and was very knowledgeable. The food tour was interesting as well. I especially loved the market and seeing all the fish/meat for sale. They then had a driver ready to take us back to the ship. The communication by email was great and the whole tour ran seamlessly and on time. I highly recommend
Operator response
Dear Lori,
It is great to hear that you enjoyed all the wonderful sights and that your tour went without any problems. Our company aims to deliver the best service, from the transfer between locations to the guide.
We would absolutely love to hear from you again the next time that you’re in Greece!
Best wishes,
K
Katarina S
January 31, 2018
Perfect choice for the big groups
Our company were so satisfied with the Acropolis tour and then with the dinner, all organised by Greeking.me. All communication beforehand was easily and fast. The transportation from the airport was on time, buses clean.
Acropolis tour guides were excellent and friendly. The restaurant was a fantastic choice. Walking distance from the Acropolis, tasty food and great music! Almost 80 of our colleagues ended dancing. I am grateful to Greeking.me for helping me to make my colleagues so impressed with our business trip.
Operator response
Dear Katarina,
Thank you so much for your kind and positive review! We are thrilled that you and your company were well taken care of and that you enjoyed our services! We specialize in customizing experiences for all group sizes and all preferences and do our best to ensure that our clients have the best possible time. How nice to hear that you were all dancing the night away!
Please do join us again in the future if you are every to come back to Greece!
Kindest Regards,