Classic Athens Food Tour with Local Drink & Market Visit
Description
Discover the historic center of Athens through its rich culinary culture and gain insight into the everyday eating habits of locals. Join a small-group walking tour led by a knowledgeable and welcoming local guide and explore authentic food spots beyond the typical tourist routes. Enjoy a carefully curated selection of Greek flavors, including traditional savory pies, regional olives, seasonal market products, premium nuts, classic Greek coffee with a sweet treat, a traditional spirit such as tsipouro or ouzo, and a beloved grilled pita specialty, souvlaki, paired with a refreshing drink or beer. Each stop highlights the diversity of Athens’ culinary heritage and its connection to daily life. You’ll also visit the vibrant central market and learn about Greek gastronomy, traditions, and history in a relaxed and engaging setting. With personalized attention in a small group, this experience blends food, culture, and local insight into a memorable and authentic Athens adventure.
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Syntagma is the central square of Athens. The square is named after the Constitution that Otto, the first King of Greece, was obliged to grant after a popular and military uprising on 3 September 1843. It is located in front of the 19th century Old Royal Palace, housing the Greek Parliament since 1934. Syntagma Square is the most important square of modern Athens from both a historical and social point of view, at the heart of commercial activity and Greek politics.
The Central Market (also called Varvakios Agora) is located between Monastiraki and Omonoia Square and is a must see if you like to explore the Greek culture and food The structure was built at the end of the 19th century and is open daily from early in the morning till late.The traditional food market in center of Athens, fresh fish, meet and vegetables full of local taste , colors and smell
Evripidou Street, full of secret treasures and distinctive scents that come from the mix of foods and spices wafting from the open-fronted stores, closely linked to the Greek culinary tradition. Evripidou Street runs through an area of central Athens where clocks and calendars seem to stand still, where different races and cultures mix with old Athens.
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- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We are doing our tours only to small groups with a maximum capacity of 10 people.
- Some of the markets and vendors that we visit close after lunchtime, so the walk can only occur in the morning
- Please advise in advance if vegetarian options are required. The tour is vegetarian-friendly as vegetarians have options in every spot. However, there are limited choices for other dietary restrictions such as gluten-free or dairy-free. Severe allergies cannot, unfortunately, be catered for on this tour.
- There will be plenty of food on the tour, so you only need a light breakfast
- In an effort to ensure that you will avoid any kind of discomfort and most importantly that you will feel comfortable, our guides may change order of the sites you may visit.
Reviews(65)
Started off with meeting our guide, Tassos. Meeting point was a little confusing at first but a quick message with the provider and they told me exactly where to be at. The wife and I were lucky to be the only ones, so it may have just been a private tour. Tassos took us to many places to try the “must haves” while in Greece. The pace was perfect, it made it more personal with our conversations. I would highly recommend this tour.
Dear Traveller, Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful experience with us! We’re delighted to hear that you and your wife enjoyed the tour with Tasos and appreciated the relaxed pace and personal atmosphere. It’s great to know that he introduced you to some of the must-try Greek specialties and helped make the experience memorable. We’re also pleased that our team was able to assist you quickly when you had some initial difficulty finding the meeting point. We understand that meeting locations in a busy city like Athens can sometimes be a little confusing, and we’re always happy to help make things easier for our travellers. Thank you again for your kind recommendation. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope you take home some wonderful memories—and delicious tastes—of Greece! Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team
Tasso made the entire tour absolutely epic, his knowledge of Athens stories and his gift of relating to everyone is exceptional. The tour was very informative. He explained so much with the food took us to so many good places was the highlight of Athens.
Dear Sylvia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for sharing your experience with us! We are absolutely delighted to hear that Tasso made your time in Athens so memorable. His passion for sharing the city's fascinating history, culture, and local traditions, combined with his engaging personality, is something our guests truly appreciate. It is especially rewarding to know that you enjoyed not only the stories and insights he shared, but also the carefully selected food stops that made the experience even more authentic. Knowing that this tour became the highlight of your visit to Athens is the greatest compliment we could receive. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience on your next trip to Greece. Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team
Great experience with an exceptional guide who listens to every participant. The tour is in English, but the guide spoke slowly and checked that we understood. Highly recommended tour
Dear Traveller, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are delighted to hear that you had a great experience with our guide and appreciated the attentive approach throughout the tour. We always aim to create an enjoyable and accessible experience for all our guests, ensuring that everyone can follow along and fully appreciate the history of the Acropolis. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we hope to welcome you again in Athens. Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team
Tassman, best guide ever! I'm a travel agent and I have travelled the world. You can't go wrong if you request him. Made our day in Athens!
Dear Βonnief, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are truly delighted to hear that Tassos made your experience in Athens so special. Having your appreciation, especially as a travel professional with extensive experience around the world, means a great deal to our team. Our guides are passionate about sharing the history, culture, and unique stories of Athens, and it is wonderful to know that this passion came through during your tour. We will be sure to share your kind words with Tassman, as recognition from our guests is always greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing Athenian Tours, and we hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again on another memorable journey through Athens. Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team
excellent guide i recommanded
Dear Traveller, Thank you for your kind words! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your tour and found your guide excellent. Your recommendation is truly appreciated and means a lot to our team. We hope to welcome you back to Athens for another memorable experience soon. Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team
We enjoyed our walking tour with Tassos. Interesting stories loved the hole in the wall places be took us and got to feel the vibe of being a local in a place I’d never been! I’m still full ! Great Greek pastries, olives and gyros ! Plus recipes for later !
Dear Wendy, Thank you for your wonderful review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your walking tour with Tassos and discovered some of the hidden gems of Athens. It is great to know that the local stories, flavors, and experiences made you feel part of the city. We will be happy to share your kind words with him. We hope to welcome you back for more Greek adventures in the future. Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team
This was a superb tour! Our guide, Tassos was so funny, knowledgeable and kind. The pace was perfect and we chatted all the way around. The food was delicious and plentiful with us tasting things and seeing streets and markets we’d never have ventured into or tried. This has been a wonderful four hours! Highly recommend
Dear Traveler, Thank you so much for your fantastic review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such a wonderful time on the tour. It’s great to know that Tassos made your experience so enjoyable with his humor, knowledge, and kindness, and that the pace felt just right. We're also thrilled that you discovered delicious local flavors, explored hidden streets and markets, and enjoyed experiences you might not have found on your own. Creating authentic and memorable moments like these is exactly what we strive for. Thank you for your kind recommendation. We hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience in Greece! Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team The Essence of Greece
Tassos, our guide for the day, is extraordinary; he took the time to tell us the history of the city of Athens and took us on a journey through culinary history in an exceptional conviviality. He took the time to offer us several small gifts to thank us (something we had never seen before) 😍 Moreover, he accompanied us to the Acropolis site, which he was absolutely not obliged to do. We recommend this guide more than ever.
Dear Traveler, Thank you for your kind review! We’re truly delighted to hear about your wonderful experience with Tasos. It means a lot to us to know that his passion, kindness, and storytelling made your visit to Athens so special. We are happy that he was able to share not only the history and culture of the city but also create a warm and memorable experience for you. Your lovely words and recommendation mean a great deal to our team, and we will be very happy to share your feedback with Tasos. Thank you for choosing us, and we hope to welcome you again in Athens for another unforgettable journey! 😊🏛️ Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team, The Essence of Athens
Tasting products that we would never have tried alone. In unlikely places.
Dear Traveler, Thank you for your kind review! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tasting experience and that it introduced you to local products you might not have tried on your own. Discovering authentic flavors in unique and unexpected places is exactly what we aim to offer, and we’re glad it made your experience so memorable. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you again soon for more delicious discoveries in Athens. Warm regards, The Athenian Tours Team Experience the Essence of Athens
Tassos is such a wonderful guide! Made us so welcome from the outset. Really knowledgeable & full of insight about Athens took us to some great places to eat & drink. We had a great day definitely recommend!!!!
Dear Richie, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear that you felt so welcome with Tassos and enjoyed his knowledge and insights into Athens. It’s great that you also got to experience some of his favorite food and drink spots. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you again in Athens soon! Waarm regards, The Athenian Tours Team
