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The 15 Best Food Experiences in Greece

45 tours  ·  from $53

The 15 best food experiences you can book today, with the price, the running time and who each one suits. The first is first for a reason.

Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens - Inside Varvakios Agora, Athens’ working market
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Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

1.Greek Food Walking Tour in Athens

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,740 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $87Our pick

Walk central Athens with a local food leader, stopping six times for 12 tastings, from koulouri and Greek coffee to souvlaki, wine, olive oil, and loukoumades. You’ll visit Varvakios Agora and the spice street in a private group of up to 12. Guides include Adele, Ana, Tonia, and Maria.

“Fun, very informative of the Greek cuisine and all the food tasting were delicious. Our tour guide, Dorela, was excellent. We enjoyed all the food. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens. Come hungry since you will get a lot of food!!”

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Athens: Street Food Tasting Tour - Meeting at Syntagma Square
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Athens: Street Food Tasting Tour

2.Street Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,557 reviews · from $67

Start at Syntagma Square and follow an English-speaking guide through Athens’ shopping streets and Psyrri. Taste cheese pie, souvlaki, Greek pizza, loukoumades, and other local sweets with beer or wine. Expect a generous three-hour walk, regular food stops, and a group of about 10 to 12 people.

“Highly highly highly recommend! Not only did we learn about the story of the delicious food we tasted, we were shown the best (cheap) local spots and our tour guide was wonderful.”

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Athens: Greek Foodie Tour with Tastings - Koulóuria, coffee, and the Greek morning table
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Athens: Greek Foodie Tour with Tastings

3.Greek Foodie Tour with Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,177 reviews · from $62Best value

Follow an English-speaking guide through Monastiraki, Varvakios Agora, Evripidou Street, bakeries, food shops, and tavernas. Expect koulóuria, loukoumades, pies, cheese, wine, olive oil, yogurt, mezze, and a final pork or chicken gyro. Guides may include Maro, Maria, Tonya, or Dmitra.

“I recently had the pleasure of participating in the Greek Foodie Tour in Athens, and it was an unforgettable experience, thanks to our amazing tour guide, Kathryn. Kathryn's passion for Greek cuisine and culture was evident throughout the tour. She guided us through the local markets, coffee shops, eateries and pastry shops, sharing fascinating insights and stories about each stop. Her recommendations were spot-on, and every tasting was fun, easy and felt like eating with friends. Having no idea where to start with the local Greek food scene, Kathryn ensured we experienced the best of Greek food. Her warmth and friendliness made everyone feel welcome and comfortable, and her authenticity…”

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Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings - Meeting at Athinas 41
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Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings

4.Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,759 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Walk from Athens Central Market through Psirri with a local English-speaking guide, tasting 20+ Greek foods, meze, gyros, sweets, coffee, ouzo, raki, and barrel wine. Guides have included Rachel, Arela, Sofia, Mike, and Katerina. Vegetarian and gluten-free options are available by request.

“Knowledge guide . Rachel was great. Took us to cool local places to learn about the food. Also got to try a lot of different things as well as learn about olive oil and honey”

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Athens: Food Market Visit and Cooking Class with Wine - A short walk through Varvakios Agora
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Athens: Food Market Visit and Cooking Class with Wine

5.Food Market Visit and Cooking Class with Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,087 reviews · 4 hours · from $81

Meet at The Greek Kitchen on Athinas Street, walk with your cook through Varvakios Agora, then prepare dishes such as spanakopita, dolmades, imam baildi, tzatziki, and portokalopita. English-speaking instructors including Vasia and Thanasis keep the four-hour class relaxed, social, and practical.

“We loved how this class catered to a few different levels of comfort in the kitchen. The chef/teacher was so charming, knowledgeable, and very welcoming. At a few points he was literally pointing to a big map on the wall to show us where certain ingredients come from, and he even showed us a photo of his sweet grandmother holding her stick for rolling out phyllo dough. Just so much pride in the culture and food. I usually don't like my cooking. But, I was impressed to be eating something that I made that was delicious. My favorite part was meeting people from all over the world, getting their point…”

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Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) - Plaka: pretty lanes with a food stop in sight
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Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)

6.Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 809 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Walk from Syntagma through Plaka, Monastiraki, Psiri, and Varvakios Market while tasting 15 Greek foods that add up to lunch. A local guide such as Andreas, Elizabeth, Elena, or Joseph explains the city, ingredients, and food traditions in English. Groups are limited to 12 people.

“This food tour was the perfect start to my trip andhelped me figure out what to order for my next meals. Andreas was very informative and helpful”

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Athens Greek Food Tour Small-Group Experience - Ermou Street and the daily Athens scene
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Athens Greek Food Tour Small-Group Experience

7.Athens Greek Food Tour Small-Group Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 802 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Walk from Syntagma to Monastiraki with a local English-speaking guide, stopping for Greek cheeses, olive oil, street food, meze, drinks, and dessert. Groups stay at 10 to 12 people, and guides such as Emi, Yota, Fotis, and Jenny add food, culture, and neighborhood insight along the way.

“Our tour guide was Fotis was incredible! Very knowledgeable, high energy, and made the experience effortless. Food was fantastic!”

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Athens Evening Food Tour - Starting in Monastiraki with souvlaki and Acropolis views
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Athens Evening Food Tour

8.Athens Evening Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 766 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $96

Spend three hours tasting Athens with a local guide such as Katerina, Clea, Dimitri, or Orestis. Start near Monastiraki with souvlaki or gyros, sample pies in Psirri, then enjoy cheeses, cold cuts, wine, meze, and loukoumades at a seated dinner. Come hungry.

“I love Sonny food tours when i travel and this was a lovely way to spend my first night in Athens. Great guide, valued her choices of places and food and met some great people from all over the world. I would absolutely recommend”

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Get a Taste of Athens Food Tour - Athinas Street and the everyday food of Athens
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Get a Taste of Athens Food Tour

9.Get a Taste of Athens Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 624 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $89

Walk from Monastiraki through Athinas, Psirri, Evripidou, and Aiolou while sampling Greek pies, souvlaki, cheeses, olives, cured meats, meze, wine, tsipouro, and loukoumades. Guides such as Orestis, Viktor, Lucas, and Constantina add food knowledge and neighborhood stories. Evening routes may miss the market.

“Be prepared for a GOOD time. The tasty food and accompanying explanations (wine was offered as well) combined for an unforgettable experience. The range of offerings will please everyone's palate. Our guide, Viktor, was especially kind, addressing everyone by their first names and addressing all questions in a prompt and respectful manner.”

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Athens, Greek food tour including market visit - Koulouri, pies, cheese, and the first tastings
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Athens, Greek food tour including market visit

10.Athens, Greek food tour including market visit

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 618 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $83

Join an English-speaking local food specialist for 3.5 hours of Greek tastings, small food shops, Aiolou Street, and Varvakeios Market. Guides such as Stella, Marina, and Vasilis mix food with local stories. Finish in Psyri with pork, chicken, or vegetarian souvlaki.

“Wonderful tour! The tour of the market - meat, fish and produce was very visually interesting. Your was perfect length.”

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Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour - Psiri’s mural and the story behind the streets
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Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour

11.Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 570 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $101

Spend 3.5 hours walking Athens with an English-speaking local guide such as Sophia, Christina, Zoi, or Blossom. Learn Greek food traditions, read coffee grounds, make a gyro, taste handmade pies, sample cheese and wine, and finish with honey-soaked loukoumades.

“This tour is great to get you off on the right foot. It helps to understanding what is what when eating and drinking in Athens. From coffee to wine, snacks to desserts, and quick food to hearty meals, it’s all there. Our guide, Kristina was well educated, full of information and a lovely soul.”

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Athens: Ultimate Food Walking Tour with 15 Tastings - Starting with phyllo pies near Syntagma Square
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Athens: Ultimate Food Walking Tour with 15 Tastings

12.Ultimate Food Walking Tour with 15 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 567 reviews · 4 hours · from $93

Start at Syntagma Square with guides such as Gari, Niki, Eleni, or Eugenia, then eat your way through pies, cheeses, olives, cured meats, market dishes, coffee, and cake. Expect eight stops, generous portions, local stories, and a Monastiraki finish.

“Our guide was superb, we had a great experience and thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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Athens: Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour - Monastiraki begins with familiar Greek flavors
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Athens: Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour

13.Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 549 reviews · 3 hours · from $87

Meet your English-speaking guide at Athinas 7 for a three-hour food walk through Monastiraki, Athens Central Market, Psyri, and Evripidou. Expect Greek pies or souvlaki, cheeses, olives, honey, mezes, wine, and loukoumades, with guides such as Katerina, Dimitri, Lucas, and Clea adding local history and food tips.

“Our guide was wonderful and it was the perfect first activity to get us oriented to Athens and eat delicious food!”

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Best Seller: Semi-Private Athens Morning Food Tour (15+ tastings) - Greek cheeses and yogurt at a local deli
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Best Seller: Semi-Private Athens Morning Food Tour (15+ tastings)

14.Best Seller: Semi-Private Athens Morning Food Tour (15+ tastings)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 548 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $107

Start at Syntagma Square for pies, cheeses, olives, cured meats, sweets, coffee, and a generous Greek lunch. In a group of up to 10, you’ll visit a bakery dating to the 1920s, Athens Central Market, local eateries, and Psiri. Guides such as Niki, Eugenia, Gari, and Manos add food history and local tips.

“Knowledgeable and friendly guide! A variety of stops to try many different dishes, meats, cheeses, sweets, coffee and wine. Great introduction to Greek cuisine- would highly recommend.”

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Private Food Tour of Athens: 6 or 10 Tastings - Athens and the first hour of tasting
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Private Food Tour of Athens: 6 or 10 Tastings

15.Private Food Tour of Athens: 6 or 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 526 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $97

Walk central Athens with a private local foodie guide such as Voula, Yorgos, Makram, or Dimitris. Choose six or ten tastings, from market bites and Greek classics to desserts, drinks, and small eateries. Expect food, neighborhood history, and a flexible pace, but note that some stops are retail shops.

“Food tasting was great and Voula, our tour guide, was the best. She walked us to various places around the center of Athen were we had the opportunity to taste typical dishes, desserts and liquor. We also had the opportunity to bust a local honey producer (3rd generation) that was amazing.”

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