Tastes of Athens: Your Private Greek Feast Tour

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About this activity

Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this Lonely Planet Experience powered by Urban Adventures. Savor delicious Greek foods that will tantalize your taste buds during this 2.5-hour food tasting tour of Athens. You’ll voyage on foot and discover the 'big five' of Greek cuisine, including licorice-flavored ouzo, classic feta and olives, smooth olive oil and sesame seed–crusted rings of 'koulouri' (bread). Plus, your guide will take you to a local delicatessen, where you’ll meet the owner and uncover the hidden secrets of Athenian eats.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Intrepid Urban Adventures - Greece

Ages: Infants (0–5 years) · Children (6–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Meet a friendly, local English-speaking food and wine expert
Included: Explore markets and lively squares like Monastiraki and Kotzia
Included: Enjoy traditional meze dishes full of local flavour
Included: Sip Greek wine and ouzo while learning their cultural roots
Included: Taste koulouri, sweets, cheeses, olives, olive oil, and more
Included: Discover top local bars and eateries with expert tips

Not included

Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Additional Food and Drink

Itinerary

Kotzia Square

15 min Admission included

You’ll meet your local guide and begin this Athens tour by exploring Kotzia Square, located in the heart of Athens. The square is surrounded by gorgeous neoclassical buildings, which were constructed in the early 18th century, and also some ancient ruins of old houses that you will have a peek at on your way to the market.
Central Market

50 min Admission included

Your local guide will show you around the best of the Central Market, taking you to places few tourists venture and helping you discover a variety of delicious Greek specialties. From the simple koulouri (a round-shaped bread with sesame seeds) and delicate local pastries, to the Greek staples of feta and olives, the Central Market is a feast for the senses.
Agia Irini Church

40 min Admission included

We also try either an invigorating Greek coffee (in the winter) or a cold frappe in warmer days, which are popular local beverages. Athens food is a rich mix of old and new, traditional and modern, and this tour is the perfect way to discover all these aspects.
Athens Street

30 min Admission included

Next on this culinary tour of Athens, we drop by a Greek deli that sells traditional produce and is a popular shopping place for locals. Here you can chat to the shop owner and ask him about all of his produce — and taste some of course! This spot sells the best seasonal food available, perfect for a picnic in the city if you’d like to return another time during your stay in Athens.
Stop 5

15 min Admission included

Finally on this Athens tour, you’ll make your way to Monastiraki Square where your adventure will end. Your guide will be happy to recommend other places to see in this ancient city and where some of the best local restaurants are located, if you can stomach even more Greek deliciousness!

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

In Kotzia Square in front of the Mayor building.

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End point

Monastiraki Square and metro station

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Dress Code

Comfortable shoes for walking are recommended.

Local Impact: How you will help the local community by joining this tour:

All of the stores you visit on your tour are 100% locally owned and run. Supporting small-scale, locally-run businesses helps to preserve the traditional character of old Athens.
At least one store on your itinerary is dedicated to the preservation of locally-produced crafts.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

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Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult
All of the stores you visit on your tour are 100% locally owned and run. Supporting small-scale, locally-run businesses helps to preserve the traditional character of old Athens.
At least one store on your itinerary is dedicated to the preservation of locally-produced crafts.
This tour is operated by a Certified B Corp™