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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.
Additional Info
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.
What To Expect
Syntagma
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
Options
Street Food Tour 7 tastings
What‘s Included
English-speaking local gastronomy expert
Guided food and culinary walking experience
Complimentary digital recipes of selected tastings, sent after the tour
One traditional local beverage
Intimate small-group setting
Comfortable, leisurely-paced city walk
A rich selection of Greek sweet and savory specialties
Opportunities for photos along the way
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Gratuities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
55 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Excellent walking food tour.
Stay764522,Jun 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tassos was a fantastic guide, whilst described as a food tour it was so much more. I learnt a lot about Athens and Greece and enjoyed some great food as well.
Eat like a local
Patti M,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful small group tour, with lots of food tasting, from popular Greek restaurants. Only 4 of us, lucked out that day!Guide was so friendly and knowledgeable. Loved it!
A highlight of our visit to Athens.
crigi 08,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tassos was very accommodating and introduced us to the city of Athens and its culinary specialties in an interesting and entertaining way with his charming demeanor. An all-around successful tour that we are happy to recommend.
Athens food tour
lisapX1218EP,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tassos was fantastic! He did a great job explaining the places, history, and the food. The value was also great, the food portions were much larger than other food tours we have done and we left the tour with bags of fruit, nuts, and olives. Would highly recommend!
Highly recommended
N716OMjuliat,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very friendly and truly a lot of food!
Outstanding tour and an even better guide!
Ann L,May 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This tour was wonderful and unexpected and the best tour we ever had! Visalia was a local who grew up in the city and has great knowledge of the area and all the places to eat. She knows Althean culture and traditions and how the Greeks do everything! Plus the history of the foods we tried, which were all so good! Her enthusiasm for the food and the people was infectious and our questions and conversations led us to other foods and fun off her usual script. We all had a lot of fun!
Exceptional. Highly recommend and definitely don’t eat much before you go
Travel24053102790,May 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide Tassie made it a great experience. He was extremely friendly,knowledgeable and made the tour exciting
Tassos provided the best food tour in Athens!
Excursion67343,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tassos, our food tour guide, was excellent! He was kind, funny, informative and took us to the best, authentic places with little surprises along the way - we loved every minute! His tour was definitely a highlight of our visit to Athens!
Tassos was fantastic guide
Michael S,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great food Too much but it was all good Great history and anecdotes as well Highly recommend
Great experience
stephanie92,Apr 29, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Tassos accompanied us in this culinary discovery through the streets of Athens , it was great and delicious. My children aged 11 and 16 also loved the experience and enjoyed it (special mention in slouvaki) Tassos is a super nice guide with impeccable English and lots of anecdotes to tell. Recommend without hesitation +++
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