Thessaloniki Food Tour: A Feast of Local Delicacies

5.0 (66 reviews) Thessaloniki, Greece
Duration3h
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LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers

Overview

Inviting all food lovers to theultimate gastronomic experience in Thessaloniki. Roam through the lively streets, soaking in the daily rhythms of the city.

Make sure you come hungry, this tour replaces your lunch!

Get started with a visit to the Local Market and let yourself get lost in the smells and colours. There you will taste fresh Greek olives followed by the best Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Traditional Raki, Cretan Barley Rusks, Tomato Chutney & Aged Graviera Cheese with Thyme Honey.

Our special menu includes Greek ouzo paired with traditional meze plates. Don’t miss the must-try soutzoukaki with pita and a glass of Greek wine. Save room for the most delicious Bougatsa and Isli in the city, followed by a Greek coffee at a historic café. And before you go, grab a traditional Trigono sweet—just like the locals do.

Leading you through this food journey is a knowledgeable and friendly guide, ensuring you have everything you need to relax and make the most of these special moments.

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Only for peope over 18 years, alternatives available for kids
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. 5m
    We meet our guests in front of the Hotel. After a short 5 minute briefing we start our tour.
  2. The Kapani (Vlali) Market
    5m
    We will walk through the oldest and most historical open air market in Thessaloniki. Quick taste of Chalkidiki's famous green olives.
  3. Chrimatistiriou Square
    20m
    In our first stop we start with the most typical breakfast dish in Greece. "Bougatsa" a filo dough creation that can be either sweet or savory.
    Walk to the stop 10 minutes.
  4. 20m
    Time to start with our savory dishes. There is no better way to do that than trying one of the most traditional dishes of the city, the Soutzoukaki accompanied with some wine or a refreshment.
    Walk to this stop 5 minutes.
  5. Modiano Market
    10m
    We will enter the newly renovated gem of the city where we 'll taste different varieties of local Greek cheese. The oldest indoor marketplace of the city that after many years got completely transform and nowadays is the meeting place of all locals.
    Walk to this stop 10 minutes
  6. 25m
    Of course the well know Ouzo could not be missing from this tour. On our next stop we will visit one of the best preserved "kafeneios" (cafe) in town and sip some ouzo the traditional way. Nearby we 'll get the chance to taste the most famous dessert of the city ''Trigono Panormatos'' a triangle shaped baklava pastry filled with delicious cream!
    Walk to this stop 10 minutes.
  7. Church of Panagia Acheiropoietos
    20m
    In the opossite side of one of the oldest Byzantine churches of the city you will find our last stop hidden. A family pastry shop run by the same family for 3 generation where we will have the chance to taste the traditional ''Isli'' , the recipe of which came along with the Greek refugees from Minor Asia more than a century ago!

    Walk to this stop 5 minutes

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

We meet in front of the Electra Palace Hotel. More specific instructions will be given after booking.

End point

We meet in front of the Electra Palace Hotel. More specific instructions will be given after booking.

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
  • infant seats in restaurants are available
  • Please inform us in case you have any dietary restrictions so that we can try to offer you alternatives.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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