Enjoying Greek food is about the smells, the tastes, and the flavors. In a central neighborhood, frequented by locals for its markets and restaurants, discover the diversity and the deliciousness of Greek food in a matter of hours.
Athens Small-Group Food Tour
Summary Description
Highlights
- Learn about the Mediterranean diet
- Visit Athens Central Market
- Vegetarian-friendly tour
Description
Make your way to a central meeting point, below the Acropolis, to meet your guide and a small group of no more than 14. Head into the surrounding neighborhoods on foot to experience local culture through culinary traditions. Listen as your guide offers an orientation to the area and Greek cooking. Stop at specialty shops you might never find without your guide. You’ll sample traditional foods such as koulouri (bread made with sesame seeds); loukoumades (Greek honey dumplings); bougatsa (a sweet or savory pastry); and olives. Duck inside restaurants, dairies, delicatessens, and spice merchants. Learn more about Greek food and culture with each bite, asking questions of your guide and talking to shop owners. The tour’s last stop is bustling Varvakeios market, filled with stalls selling spices, meat, seafood, and fruit; it’s where neighborhood residents shop. Your tour ends in Psyri, where you can explore on your own using your guide’s recommendations.
Included / Excluded
- Food specialist local guide
- Food and beverages sampling
- Athens guide magazine
- Athens map
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)
- Lunch or Dinner
Start / End Locations
Start Location: Πλατεία Κοραή, Κοραή, Athens, Greece
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Mobile tickets accepted
- Instant confirmation
- Dress according to weather
- Wear sunscreen
- Bring a hat
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
Cancellation
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Options and Pricing
| Athens Food Tour | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (18 - 64 years) | €49.00 |
| Child (5 - 11 years) | €35.00 |
| Youth (12 - 17 years) | €45.00 |
| Infant (0 - 4 years) | N/A |
Points of interest
Additional Information
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Near public transportation
• Please inform us of any food allergies
• Most travelers can participate
• This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
FAQ
What is the Athens Small-Group Food Tour cancellation policy?
Athens Small-Group Food Tour cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Which attractions will I visit with Athens Small-Group Food Tour?
During this experience, places you will visit include:
How much is Athens Small-Group Food Tour?
Athens Small-Group Food Tour price starts from $58.64.
What time does Athens Small-Group Food Tour start?
Athens Small-Group Food Tour will start at 9:30 AM.
About operator:
We offer walking tours that are unique, entertaining and insightful. Each tour offers one-of-a-kind insight from our licensed guides who are locals passionate about Athens. Explore top sights, gain new perspectives and have fun with our experienced guides that know every corner of Athens and know exactly how to bring that one-of-a-kind urban insight to life for you. Our historical skip-the-line tours are conducted in small groups of maximum 18 people per group, and our delightful Food & Drink tours will let you explore the delicious Greek cuisine.
Basic Information
- Duration: 3.5 hours
- Trip difficulty: Moderate
- Max Group Size: 14
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