Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour

5.0 (704 reviews) Athens, Greece
Duration3h 30m
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 12 travelers

Overview

Taste traditional and modern Greek dishes at restaurants beloved by locals while seeing the best of two neighborhoods in the heart of the city.

Walk through the center of Athens and savor all the best food. Make your own gyro, taste a uniquely Greek charcuterie board, an even indulge in greek donuts, all in one unforgettable afternoon!

Καλή όρεξη– Enjoy your food!

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Small-group Food Tour (12 pax)

Roll your own souvlaki, read your fortune in Greek coffee grounds, and taste pies and meze through Monastiraki and Psiri.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Upgrade to a Private Food Tour

Make your own souvlaki and read Greek coffee grounds at your own pace, with a guide dedicated entirely to your group.
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Includes an extra tasting

What's included

  • Experience the contrast of the historic Monastiraki ️and the colorful Psiri neighborhoods.
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Make your own Souvlaki, sample sweet and savory pies, and enjoy legendary Greek donuts
  • 6 food tastings and 3 drink tastings, from sweet and savory phyllo pies to Greek wine and spirits
  • Experience a Greek coffee demonstration, and discover how to read your fortune from the cup
  • ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks

What to expect

  1. 30m
    Hidden inside a small gallery that houses the city’s oldest record store, this charming spot is owned by a mother and her two daughters and feels like a Greek café from the 1990s. Enjoy a traditional coffee demonstration and taste a delicate spoon sweet made from rose petals.
  2. Iroon Square
    Pass by
    A small neighborhood square marked by a striking mural. Learn about the area’s history and Athens’ graffiti scene in one of the city’s oldest districts, once home to craftsmen selling furniture, leather goods, construction materials, and metalwork.
  3. 20m
    Stop at one of the few bakeries in the city still making handmade pies from scratch, baked on the spot. Taste sweet and savory pies made with crispy phyllo and bougatsa dough, with fillings like spinach, cheese, meat, and custard.
  4. Pass by
    Stroll along one of Athens’ oldest pedestrian streets, lined with cafés, eateries, fabric shops, and historic churches. Learn how Orthodox traditions, fasting practices, and olive-oil–based “lenten” foods have shaped Greek cuisine and daily life.
  5. 30m
    Let's savor the delights of a classic Greek dish, and make your own Souvlaki with pork or chicken, served on warm pita bread. This mouthwatering treat is complemented by a medley of flavors, including tzatziki sauce, along with a greek beer.
  6. Pass by
    Visit a 24-hour shop by Athens’ Central Market, opened in 1886, selling dried nuts, figs, raisins, and other local products with ancient roots.
  7. 20m
    Visit a 24-hour shop in Athens’ Central Market, opened in 1886, selling dried nuts, figs, raisins, and other local products with ancient roots.
  8. 30m
    Step into this adorable family-owned market where a dynamic duo pours their passion into the business! Dive into a charcuterie board with three types of Greek cheese and cured meats! Pair your tasting with white and red wine, plus traditional Greek spirits for a full introduction to local flavors and culinary history.
  9. 20m
    Stop at one of the few spots in Athens making authentic Greek donuts, crispy on the outside, soft inside. Enjoy them with honey and cinnamon or chocolate in a vibrant, friendly, and welcoming environment.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Your guide will be waiting for you in front of Holy Church of the Virgin Mary Pantanassa, and wearing our purple Eating Europe bag!

End point

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
  • Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
  • Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
  • Have dietary requirements? Simply email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarians, gluten-free guests or other dietary needs where we can. For guest safety, this experience isn’t suitable for those with severe or life-threatening food allergies to ingredients found on the tour, and the company cannot take responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances.

Cancellation policy

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

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