Greek Private Food Walking Tour - Taste (Y)Our Way

5.0 (20 reviews) 4 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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Greek salty and sweet finger food! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Our unique ouzo! — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

In this 4 hour private tour, you will visit some of the oldest traditional markets of the capital, taste typical salty and sweet Greek delicacies like the loukoumas and the cheese pie, explore all kinds of herbs and spices, and the world-famous Greek olives, olive oil, and, obviously, the souvlaki. You will also experience some of our most cherished everyday habits, like enjoying a Greek coffee or a glass of ouzo accompanied by a selection of small dishes (meze) in some of the oldest establishments of the historical center of Athens.

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At a glance

Duration: 4 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–8
Guide: English
Operated by: Be a Greek

Ages: Infants (0–4 years) · Children (5–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: A great variety of salty and sweet finger food delicacies
Included: Bottled water
Included: Alcoholic Beverages
Included: All taxes and fees
Included: A Greek coffee or other traditional refreshment per person
Included: Be accompanied by a Gastronomy Expert of the Be a Greek Team
Included: An assortment of typical Greek plates to accompany our unique ouzo

Not included

Not included: Entrance fees to any point of interest
Not included: Personal expenses (i.e. souvenirs etc.

Itinerary

Monastiraki

Passing by

Begins the 4 hour walking culinary journey through the tastes and smells of Greece.
Psirri

30 min

Taste the traditional sweets and finger-food like the koulouri (a circular bread, typically encrusted with sesame seeds) and the famous bougatsa (which is probably the most beloved Greek breakfast pastry, consisting of either semolina custard, cheese or even minced meat filling between layers of phyllo).
Athens Street

30 min

The colorful Athens Agora (also referred to as the Varvakios Market), the highlight of the vibrant Athinás market district. An extraordinary sensory and gastronomic delight, the market offers an amazing range of spices, cheeses, olives and deli treats. The most impressive part of it being the historic meat, fish and fruit market, offering an incredible variety of fresh products from all over Greece and the world.
Kotzia Square

30 min

In the beautiful Kotzia Square (situated just outside the ancient Acharnian Gate of Classical Athens), you will enjoy a cup of traditional Greek coffee in one of the oldest coffee shops in Greece.
Ermou Street

30 min

The busiest commercial street of Athens is ideal for walking after having tasted the traditional souvlaki!
Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

10 min

The cathedral church of the Archbishopric of Athens and all Greece.
Hadrian's Library

Passing by

After walking by this wonderful monument, enjoy a wonderful selection of famous Greek dishes while admiring the astonishing Acropolis in one of the most genuine restaurants!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Outside Monastiraki Metro Station (by the kiosk)

End point

Outside Monastiraki Metro Station (by the kiosk)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Our tour can be customized to meet all different dietary preferences and restrictions (i.e. food allergies, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegans etc.).