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| Highlights | Embark on a gastronomic exploration of one of the most delectable food quarters of Athens Discover the cafes and delicatessens on Monastiraki Square Enjoy authentic local cuisine well away from the tourist drag Explore authentic Greek foods gain an insight into rich, local flavours Yield to the sizzle and smells of street food in Plaka’s backstreets Sample delicious Greek produce such as cheese, yoghurt, Galaktoboureko and koulóuria Discover the bustle and barter at the market, Varvakios Agora of Athens Enjoy the punchy flavour of homegrown Grecian coffee |
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| Summary | Grains, vegetables, breads, olives, legumes, grapes, figs, goat’s milk and cheese await you on your private food tour of Athens |
| Description | Greeks, it is said, approach food with a mix of passion and nostalgia, inevitably reminiscing about the dishes on which they were raised. With a foodie guide, you will explore some of Greece’s finest traditional dishes as well as mouth-watering local specialities. You will taste crumbly greek cheeses, buttery olive oils and succulent pastries and gain an insight into Greece’s unique culinary customs.
Visit Greek kitchens, meet chefs, spend time in speciality food stores that tourists rarely discover. Gain cooking tips, learn closely guarded food secrets and enjoy a homegrown Grecian coffee during a visit to the city’s finest seafood, meat and poultry market, the Varvakios Agora of Athens. |
| Included | 5 authentic tastings and a Grecian coffee A friendly, professional tour guide for your own private group Plenty of time to take photos of your favourite places |
| Excluded | Cost of transportation on the day. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport Additional food and drink, although your guide will be happy to recommend local favourites along the way Gratuities (optional) |
| Know before you book | This is a walking tour Cost of transportation on the day is not included. Your guide will accompany you in a taxi or by public transport |
| Know before you go | Please bring comfortable walking shoes Please bring any medical requirements you need throughout the day In summer, please remember to bring a hat, sunscreen and plenty of water |
| Additional Information | Not wheelchair accessible |
| Health Items | Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff, Social distancing enforced throughout experience, Gear/equipment sanitized between use, Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized, Guides required to regularly wash hands |
Operating Info
| Booking Cut-off | 48 hours |
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| Minimum | 1 guests per booking |
| Maximum | 10 guests per booking |
| Valid | Only on date on reservation |
Operating Type:
Fixed TimesSeason:
Season: From 01-06-2020 To 01-04-2021| Sunday | |
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| Monday | 09:00, 13:30 |
| Tuesday | 09:00, 13:30 |
| Wednesday | 09:00, 13:30 |
| Thursday | 09:00, 13:30 |
| Friday | 09:00, 13:30 |
| Saturday | 09:00, 13:30 |
Locations
| Type: | Starts location |
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| Lat & Long: | 37.976485, 23.726125 |
| Address: | Monastiraki Church, Pl. Monastirakiou, Athens, 105 55, GR |
| Notes: | Outside the entrance to the Monastiraki Church (Church of Virgin Mary Gorgoepekoos and Saint Eleutherius ), in the centre of the square. |
| Start Location Notes | Monastiraki Church, Pl. Monastirakiou, Athens, 105 55, GR |
| Start Location Notes | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
| Type: | Starts location |
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| Lat & Long: | 40.7025714, -73.99056 |
| Address: | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
| Notes: | |
| Start Location Notes | Monastiraki Church, Pl. Monastirakiou, Athens, 105 55, GR |
| Start Location Notes | 123 Main St, Main St, Kings County, New York, 11217, United States |
Cancellation
| Cancellation Policy: | standard |
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| Cancellation Cut-off: | 24 hours |
| Cancellation Notes: | Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund |
Pricing
Other Information
| FAQ |
Will there be other people on the tour or is it just us?
All of our tours are 100% private and exclusive, which means that it will just be you, your group and your guide on the tour.Your tour will be completely tailored to your needs and we will make sure to find a guide that best suits your group., Are entrance tickets and transport included in the cost of the tour?In the ‘Things to Know’ section at the top of this page you will find details of whatever entrance tickets and transport are included in the tour. If you have any questions about this, then you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., What is your cancellation policy?On tours cancelled more than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are happy to offer our customers a full refund - minus a 5% credit card fee and the cost of any tickets that have been purchased.For tours cancelled less than 48 hours before the scheduled departure time, we are unfortunately unable to offer refunds. If you would like to reschedule a tour, this is usually possible if we are given enough notice, but we cannot guarantee the same guide.Changes made to bookings may be subject to rebooking fees to cover the cost of tickets purchased, transport, guide rescheduling and administration.To cancel or change your booking, please contact us at or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., Who do I contact if I have any questions about this tour or if I want to make changes to my tour?At Touriocity, we provide a free concierge service to help you plan your time abroad and they will be able to answer any questions you may have about this tour or any other tours. We are normally able to customise or personalise tours to suit your needs.Please do get in touch by either using the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, sending an email to or calling 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., Am I able to book more than one tour?Absolutely, you can book as many tours as you like! You can add them to your cart by clicking the ‘Book Now’ button or you can get in touch and we can put together an itinerary for you. To get in touch, you can either use the chat button in the bottom right hand corner, send an email to or call 1-212-710-1322 (US) or +44 20 3009 2392 (UK)., false, , |
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| Confirmation necessary? | No |