Athens Food Tour
For this 3.5 hour tour you will meet your guide at the Panepistimio metro station and visit the Athens Central Market for Olive-oil, rusks, yogurt, honey, olives, tzatziki, feta, different kinds of cheese, pies, souvlaki and many more samplings. In between each bite, you’ll gain insight into Greece’s fascinating food culture, the evolution of the country’s cuisine and the healthy nature of locally produced, organic ingredients.
- Discover where Athenians shop and eat in a lively neighbourhood.
- Visit the Athens Central Market.
- Sample Greek savouries and sweets.
AVAILABILITY
Daily
DURATION
3.5 hours
START LOCATION
Panepistimio metro station
END LOCATION
Panepistimio metro station
TOUR LANGUAGE
English
Detailed Description
You will meet your guide at the Panepistimio metro station at the "Korai" pedestrian walkway which is in front of the Zara department store. From there, you will begin your 3.5 hour tasting experience.
You will begin by sampling a sweet, cream filled, crunchy filo layered pie called bougatsa. Then, fork into perfectly fried doughnut balls drenched in honey called loukoumades and savour a satisfying meld of flavours from warm pita bread filled with seasoned grilled meat, fresh veggies and traditional sauce called gyros. In between, you’ll taste Feta cheese, Greek olives, and sip Greek wines.
This tour will lead you through the bustling Athens Central Market, a historic food market unlike any other in Europe. You’ll also walk the city’s quaint spice street, browse through mom-and-pop specialty shops selling local wine, olive oil, cheese or olives, and sample what’s behind the glass counters at family-run delicatessens.
Tour Tickets (may vary by date)
| Ticket | Price (EUR) |
|---|---|
| Adults (P/P) | 49.00 (EUR) |
| Student (w/ID) | 44.00 (EUR) |
| Children (6 to 11 years old) | 34.00 (EUR) |
Included
- Athens Guide magazine.
- Athens map.
- food specialist guide.
- Food and beverages sampling.
Not Included
- Hotel pick-up and drop-off service.
- Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost).
Recommended
- Please be at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start time of the tour.
Cancellation Policy
The Special Terms and Conditions of AWT provide for the possibility of changing or cancelling an agreed product or service. In case of a need for a refund, please note that Athens Walking Tours do all refunds 4 weeks after the cancellation date.
3% commission is kept for credit card refunds if you cancel the tour.
If the tour is cancelled by us, no commission is kept.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I shop during the food tour?
During our Food Tour you will visit deli shops, restaurants and the bustling Athens Central Market. Please note that you DO NOT HAVE to shop in any of the stores we visit. No purchase is required. But if you do like to buy something, you can do so during the tour and at the end of the tour. You will be given a map with all the stores you visited so you can go back if you like.
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Do we only walk around and sample food during the Food Tour?
During our wonderful Food Tour, you walk in a non-touristy part of Athens where you will make many delicious stops. You will visit deli shops, restaurants and the bustling Athens Central Market. You will taste original Greek delicacies that will satisfy all your senses!
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Should I eat anything before coming to the Food Tour?
We recommend that you eat a light breakfast before joining us for the tour. We sample food during this tour we don’t have a full meal served.
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What types of food are served?
You will taste typical Greek foods and beverages that will give you an insight on the Greek gastronomy. Olive-oil, rusks, yogurt, honey, olives, tzatziki, feta, different kinds of cheese, pies, souvlaki and many more.
