Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers
Overview
Exarchia is one of Athens’ most complex neighborhoods, shaped by students, artists, writers and generations of political activism. On this tour, we’ll dive into its backstreets and trace that evolution through the places and dishes that define its food culture.
We’ll visit a century-old pastry shop and a classic delicatessen for olives, artisanal products and rare Greek cheeses from Mani and Kalamata. We’ll taste rustic savory pies and stop at a beloved neighborhood diner serving slow-cooked home-style dishes, including one of the city’s standout moussakas and house sourdough.
Along the way, we’ll pass Exarchia’s iconic political street art and community-run spaces while learning about the neighborhood’s fiercely independent spirit. We’ll finish with an epic souvlaki tasting and a final bite at a Cretan canteen deeply rooted in local life — just as Exarchia begins to come alive for the evening.
What's included
Bottled water
Lunch
Snacks
What to expect
Academy of Athens
30m
We will learn some of the history of this building and area as we move to our next bite
Omonia Square
30m
Here we will take in the sites on the way to the next great bite
30m
The oldest publisher in Athens and they publish our Culinary Backstreets Guide!
30m
On the wat to the next best bite we will pass by this technical college
Mount Lycabettus
30m
We will take in the limestone on the way to another great bite
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
In front of the Panepistimio (University) Metro station; Academy Exit
End point
In front of the Panepistimio (University) Metro station; Academy Exit
Additional information
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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
