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Athens Food Tour with Local storyteller - Hidden Gems & Tastings

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Athens Food Tour with Local storyteller - Hidden Gems & Tastings

About this activity

Discover Athens through its flavors, stories, and traditions on an authentic food and cultural experience led by Eleni, a PhD researcher in Cultural and Gastronomic Tourism. More than a food tour, this immersive journey reveals the culinary heritage, history, and everyday life of Athens through local eyes.

Stroll through historic neighborhoods, lively markets, and hidden gems while meeting passionate vendors, artisan producers, and family-run businesses. Enjoy 10–12 carefully selected Greek tastings, including traditional specialties, seasonal products, local wines, and regional flavors that showcase the richness of Greek cuisine.

Learn the stories behind every dish, explore centuries-old traditions, and discover how food has shaped Greek culture and identity.

Includes: 12–15 food tastings, Greek coffee or beverage, local wines, market visits, hidden neighborhoods, expert local guidance, and all taxes and fees.

Dining Experiences Olive Oil Tasting Restaurants Small Group Excellent Quality New Product Short term availability Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof

At a glance

Duration
4 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 10 people
People per booking
1–10
Guide
English
Operated by
Athens FoodSteps

Ages: Youth (6–16 years) · Adults (17–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Alcoholic Beverages
  • Included: Snacks
  • Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea
  • Included: Meals

Not included

  • Not included: Private transportation

Itinerary

Join us for a 4-hour food journey through the heart of Athens and taste your way through Greece’s rich culinary heritage. Start with koulouri and Greek pies like spanakopita, tiropita, and kotopita, all made with traditional recipes. Enjoy authentic Greek yogurt topped with honey and nuts, explore the art of Greek coffee, and taste both classic and modern iced coffee drinks. At a traditional deli table, enjoy more than 8 different meze dishes—paired with ouzo—including Greek salad with extra virgin olive oil, olives, cheeses, dips, and seasonal specialties. Indulge in two delicious Greek desserts, and discover the magic of fresh honey straight from the honeycomb. A feast for food lovers and culture seekers!

  1. Stop 1

  2. Plateia Syntagmatos

  3. Monument to the Unknown Soldier

  4. Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

  5. Monastiraki

zucchini fritters with tzatziki — Crispy zucchini fritters with feta and fresh herbs, served with creamy homemade tzatziki. A delicious taste of authentic Greek cuisine. · Dolmadakia traditional greek dish — Traditional Greek vine leaves stuffed with rice, herbs, and aromatic spices, delicately rolled and served as a classic Mediterranean appetizer. · country-style sausage (loukaniko) — Traditional Greek country-style sausage, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, grilled to perfection for a rich and authentic flavor. · classic Greek salad (horiatiki) — Fresh tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, capers,onion and feta cheese · saganaki — Traditional Greek saganaki: pan-fried cheese with a golden crust, crispy outside and soft inside, finished with fresh lemon juice classic appetizer. · moussaka — Greek dish with layers of potatoes, eggplants, minced meat and becamell · chicken with vegetables · handmade pies spanakopita, tyropita, chicken pie · loukoumades with thyme honey or yogurt with honey and nuts or galaktoboureko · Many greek dishes — we have a big variety of greek dishes like meat or seafoods and veggies

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • Is opposite Syntagma Square (arriving by Metro, get off at the Syntagma station) at 1 Mitropoleos Street and Phillelinon. The tour leader will be holding the company's logo Athens FoodSteps

End point

  • Is opposite Syntagma Square (arriving by Metro, get off at the Syntagma station) at 1 Mitropoleos Street and Phillelinon. The tour leader will be holding the company's logo Athens FoodSteps

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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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

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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