The meeting point is Monastiraki Square at 10:30 am, where the Athens adventure will commence. Participants will be introduced to this magnificent city by exploring the authentic areas of Athens, steering clear of typical tourist spots, and savoring traditional Greek cuisine along the way.

Explore the neighborhoods where locals shop weekly and engage with Athenians who cherish their vibrant city.

Enjoy tasting 11 different foods while gaining insights into Greek culture and lifestyle.

The tour spans approximately 4 hours, meandering through markets and streets. It concludes at a charming, traditional taverna with a delightful meze meal accompanied by Greek wine. Please note, markets are closed on Sundays, so the itinerary will include witnessing the changing of the guards at the Houses of Parliament, indulging in sweets, and relishing a Greek coffee instead.

While the food tours may vary daily, participants can anticipate sampling the following traditional Greek foods and beverages:

• Koulouri

• Spinach pie

• Dolmades

• Giant beans

• Stuffed peppers

• Bougatsa (warm cream pie)

• Souvlaki (meat or vegetarian)

• Greek (red) Wine

• Nuts

• Olives, Fresh fruits, Local breads

All tours can be customized to accommodate vegetarian diets, but please inform us in advance of any specific dietary needs.

Points of Interest

• Central Market Athens

• Varvakios Central Municipal Market

• Fruit Market

• Psirri

• Athens Street

• Evripidou

• Snacks
• Lunch
• Ouzo, raki, and locally made barrel wine

• Private transportation

Discover authentic, fresh, traditional food in non-touristy, hidden spots of the city! Explore food and places you might not find on your own! Visit local streets where we see, taste, and shop for cheese, cured meat, fruits, sweets, and spices in vibrant markets full of color, scents, and noise. Sample olives, oil, and honey from a farmer, and enjoy local wine made on site.

4:00 PM tours will catch most of the market as it starts to close. On Sundays, the markets are closed, so we visit a taverna to enjoy traditional food with ouzo and local wine. Visit a delicatessen, a spice shop, and a producer of olive oil and honey. You’ll also savor Greek coffee and yogurt from a local producer.

Over 20 tastings are offered, including sit-down meals of meat and fish on all tours. Learn about Greek culture and meet the locals. Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options are available. Note: Vegan options are not available on Sundays. Discounted rates are offered for children.

If you prefer a specific host, please message us before booking to find out which tours they are leading!

• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• Child rate applies only when sharing with 1 paying adult
• Minimum drinking age is 18 years
• When booking the tour starting at 4pm or later the market will be closed
• On Sunday the markets are shut so we do not visit them. We have a honey and olive oil tasting instead
• Most dietery requirements can be accommodated including vegetarian, vegan and GF
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• Vegan options not available on Sundays

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