Athens: Authentic Evening Food & Wine Tour

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Highlights

  • Enjoy a full dinner and dessert at 4 eateries in Koukaki.

  • Join a local at the authentic gems most visitors miss.

  • Dig into homemade Greek classics at a family-run taverna.

  • Sip a regional spritz made with a rare ancient liqueur.

  • Spend time in a small group of just 10 guests maximum.

Summary

Discover the heart and soul of Athens' culinary scene as you eat your way through Koukaki at the bars and tavernas locals visit time and time again for meals out.  

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
10
Pricing (From)
Adult (15+): (15-99 years)
€79.00
Child (2-14): (2-14 years)
€69.00
Infant: (0-1 years)
€0.00
Commentary
English

Why take this tour?

Koukaki is Athens' best-kept secret, a colorful neighborhood beneath the Acropolis where locals flock for delectable food and drinks. On this fun food tour, you’ll become an honorary Athenian for the evening as your guide leads you to the cozy bars, charming tavernas, and lively street food vendors that local residents know and love. As you experience an authentic slice of life in the Greek capital, you’ll pick up plenty of insider tips for making the most of every meal throughout the rest of your stay, from how to pick a perfect spot to what to order when you get there.  

Start your food tour at Athens’ oldest bakery, nestled down a quaint street in Koukaki. As evening falls, the space transforms into a cozy wine and spritz bar and the perfect spot to savor a Greek-style aperitif: a pairing of spritz and bruschetta. 

Next up is a quaint restaurant that’s been a neighborhood staple for over half a century. Take a seat and get ready to discover the building blocks of traditional Greek cuisine as you sample exquisite olive oil and enjoy a glass of wine. 

After that, you’ll sit down to an extraordinary homemade dinner of authentic Greek dishes at one of Athens' most inviting tavernas. Get to know the friendly siblings who proudly uphold their family's culinary heritage as you savor exceptional homemade moussaka, flavorful gigantes, tzatziki, and other traditional favorites. 

Lastly, hopefully you've left room for something sweet! Your tour wraps up with a visit to the most beloved ice cream stand in the neighborhood, offering a delicious array of homemade flavors. Get a cup or cone of your favorite and finish your evening with a walk beneath the illuminated Parthenon. 

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What’s included?

  • Full dinner with drinks and dessert

  • Local English-speaking guide

  • Hotel Pick-up/Drop-off

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair or stroller accessible (infants should be carried in baby carrier).

  • This tour is adaptable for: Vegetarians, Pescatarians, Non-alcoholic options & Pregnant women, however, please note that you may not have a replacement food option at every stop.

  • This tour is not recommended for Vegans, Dairy Free or Gluten Free Diets.

  • Those with dietary restrictions need to contact us before joining the tour so we can arrange your food, or we may not be able to accommodate you.

  • Guests with serious food allergies will need to sign an allergy waiver at the start of the tour. Please note that many of our tour partners use nuts and seeds in their kitchens.

  • Walks / Devour complies with all local government regulations. Please refer to local government guidelines for the most up-to-date information.

Before you go

  • Please arrive 15 minutes before your tour start time for check-in. Out of courtesy to other guests, we’re unable to wait for latecomers. No refunds can be provided for late arrivals or no-shows.

  • This tour covers a full meal.

  • We recommend you bring a water bottle (to protect the environment we don't provide plastic bottles). You'll be able to fill your bottle on tour.

  • Tips/gratuities (for your guide) are always appreciated.

Cancellation Policy

    Cancellations received greater than 24 hours prior to tour commencement are fully refundable. Cancellations received within 24 hours of tour commencement are nonrefundable. Amendment requests are subject to availability and price changes. Late arrivals and no-shows are non-refundable. This is applicable to any tour participant that fails to arrive or arrives after tour departure.

Redemption information

    Mobile tickets will be accepted.
    Your voucher will be collected or scanned on redemption
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About operator:

Walks (takewalks.com, walksofitaly.com) began over a decade ago (2008, to be exact) in Rome, Italy. We quickly became the premier walking tour company in 7 countries - Italy, Spain, France, the UK, Greece, and Portugal. Our US cities include San Francisco, NYC, Boston, Chicago, and New Orleans.

In 2021, we joined The Hornblower Group (cityexperiences.com) expanding our reach and working alongside this powerhouse travel brand.

Our tour products vary but predominantly we #takewalks, exploring the world by foot - we believe, the best way to get into the heart of a city and its incredible people. From introductory strolls to food tours, day trips, cooking classes, and below the surface, in-depth tours, we have our hand in everything a traveler could want. Oh, and we also like to give our clients exclusive access to the biggest attractions in the world...

Despite the big changes in our brand over the years, our focus has remained simple - to relentlessly create tours with the client experience at the forefront and anchored upon the dedicated, intelligent, and above all, passionate local guides who want to share their cities with you.

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