Athens Central Market Tours and Tickets

Discover the flavors of Athens on this 3-hour food tour led by a local. Head off the beaten tourist trail to stroll through the lively neighborhoods of Monastiraki and Psirri, and explore the city’s bustling central market. Sample delicious filo pies, local snacks, cheeses, cold cuts, and traditional sweets. Wrap up your tour with a relaxed lunch or dinner at a cozy Greek taverna. Upgrade to a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 travelers.

Experience the flavorful cuisine of Greece on a half-day tasting tour through Athens. Walk through the heart of the city and stop at eateries to sample a variety of dishes such as koulouri, bougatsa, meze, and loukoumades. You'll stop at the Central Market to discover local ingredients like olives, cheese, and cured meats. Tantalize your tastebuds and see a few major landmarks during this small-group tour.

This isn’t just cooking—it’s a sensory journey that connects you to the heart of Athens through taste, tradition, and genuine connection. If you'd like to book the experience with the market tour included please choose the option: Athens Market Tour and Cooking Class in a Beautiful Garden!

Explore Athens at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that provides easy transportation to key attractions like the Panathenaic Stadium and the Parthenon, part of the Acropolis. Travel across two interchanging lines—the Blue and the Orange—plus enjoy access to/from the port in Piraeus for cruise passengers.

Indulge your inner foodie on this half-day gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

Avoid overpriced tavernas and mediocre food by exploring downtown Athens with a food-loving local guide and a small group. Your guide leads you through the back streets of Monastiraki and Plaka to spots you’re unlikely to encounter on your own. Sample Greek dishes, find out the stories behind them, and learn about life in Athens from a local’s perspective.

Immerse yourself in the culinary history and practices of Greece during this half-day traditional cooking class in Athens. Tour Athens' Central Food Market to purchase produce, then head back to the home kitchen with your instructor to prepare dishes using the fresh local ingredients. Menus are adaptable to most dietary requirements so everyone can participate.

Join us and discover Athens through its food, like a true local. Embark on an unforgettable food tour where authenticity and real Greek flavors take center stage. This carefully curated experience takes you to true hidden gems, offering a true taste of Athens. We focus on local establishments where guests will taste and enjoy traditional Greek dishes, prepared following local recipes and culinary traditions. Along the way, you’ll learn about Greek food culture and everyday life while enjoying classic Greek drinks. From delicious souvlaki to homemade specialties such as moussaka and dolmades, along with tastings of olive oil, honey, bougatsa, and loukoumades, paired with local drinks such as wine, beer, or ouzo, this tour engages all the senses. Across six delicious stops, travelers will try a variety of Greek foods and drinks that showcase the diversity of Athens’ culinary scene. Get ready to taste, explore, and enjoy Athens in the most authentic way—one bite at a time.

Embark on a foodie adventure in Athens—and discover spots you might miss on your own—on this private walking tour. Join your guide around the city, trying things like Greek mezze, fresh seafood, and souvlaki—you’ll decide, since this tour is fully customizable according to your desires. Visit markets, restaurants and cafes in various neighborhoods, seeing the non-touristy parts of the city with a local.

Explore local flavors and creative neighborhoods on an Athens food tour through the heart of the Old City. Morning and afternoon departures are timed so your tasting stops combine for a hearty meal; a series of 8 or more tastings go from traditional street foods to home-style dishes, whether you’re nibbling souvlaki, sampling cheese pie, tasting real Greek yogurt, or checking out the local meze scene.

Discover Athens through its food culture—and bring the whole family along—on this small-group walking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon departure times, and come hungry: you’ll visit a number of local businesses, food producers, markets, and more, and will sample everything from yogurt and olive oil to cured meats and other Greek classics. In between, learn more about daily life in Athens, and admire the scenery in areas like Plaka and Anafiotika.

Explore Athens at your own pace with our self-guided tour app, immersing yourself in the city's ancient wonders and vibrant culture. Begin at the iconic Acropolis, home to the majestic Parthenon, then descend to the ancient Agora, once the heart of Athenian public life. Admire the stunning architecture of the Temple of Olympian Zeus and wander through the charming Plaka neighborhood. Experience local flavors at the bustling Central Market (Varvakios Agora) before venturing to the National Archaeological Museum for its unparalleled collection of Greek antiquities. Visit Syntagma Square in the city center to witness the changing of the guard at the Parliament building, then explore the Benaki Museum's comprehensive look at Greek history and art. Continue to the picturesque Anafiotika for a taste of island life in the heart of Athens, and end your tour with a relaxing walk through the National Garden, taking in the serene atmosphere of this green oasis in the bustling city center.

Enjoy the perfect introduction to Greek cuisine on this leisurely Athens food walking tour, with a small group and a foodie facilitator. Enjoy several dishes that may include traditional Greek meze, souvlaki in pita, greek beer, ouzo, and baklava. Dishes are subject to change but you are always guaranteed the best Greek flavors.

Discover the culinary treasures of Athens on a delightful 3-hour walking food tour that takes you through the vibrant neighborhoods of Omonia, Monastiraki and Psirri. Led by a local food expert, explore 5 to 6 stops that highlight traditional Greek flavors, artisanal products, and the cultural significance of each dish. Morning tastings: Enjoy creamy Greek yogurt with honey, crispy loukoumades, rich olive oil and olives, freshly baked koulouri, a savory pita paired with local wine or beer, and authentic Greek coffee. Evening tastings: Savor a curated set of local delicacies, including sweet and savory bougatsa, crunchy koulouri, a classic pita with wine or beer, and irresistible loukoumades. Throughout the tour, learn from a local expert about Greek food culture, ingredients, and culinary traditions. - Taste 5 to 6 authentic Greek dishes - Learn about Greek food culture and culinary rituals from a local expert - Explore vibrant neighborhoods while enjoying communal tastings

Go behind the scenes in Athens to taste authentic Greek cuisine on a food and walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Experience daily life in the city as you visit a variety of eateries and discover culinary gems that are favorites of the locals. Enjoy enough tastings to make up a generous meal and understand why Greece is famous for its delicious cuisine. Visit the Athens Central market, bakeries, traditional taverns and restaurants, and explore historical sites that few tourists see.

Enhance your understanding of Athens culinary scene on a walking tour casts a wider, deeper light on the city’s tastes and culinary customs. Watch residents shop at the Central Market, chat to vendors, and visit traditional food spots for 15 tastings of treats such as moussaka and desserts, all accompanied by food stories and tips you’d otherwise miss. You can customize the menu to make it vegetarian.

Discover the many flavors of Greece in an authentic atmosphere on a half-day food tour with a small group. Taste your way through Monastiraki and the Varvakios Central Market, while your guide explains the history and traditions behind the various dishes. Culinary highlights include *koulouri* (Greek round bread), Kretian cheeses, and *gemista* (stuffed peppers).

Tour in Athens with the bikes and photos with a semi professional camera (dslr) (Nikon D3300). We will stop in many places for sightseeing and some water drinks and snacks. The routes will be easy without much height differencial and always in pedestrian areas without having to deal with traffic from cars and motorcycles. In particular there will be used the bike lane and the pedestrian areas around acropolis and the historical center. Also there is space to leave your language if needed during the tour.

Greek food has traveled the world. Learn how it tastes on its home turf—without the hassle of research or making reservations—on this private walking tour with two passionate locals to help you dine like a Greek. Soak up the atmosphere in Psiri and Monastiraki, capture a selfie at photogenic Little Kook, explore Athens Central Market and the city’s spice street, and taste specialties in a traditional tavern.

Embark on a treasure hunt through Athens to rescue "Magas the Greek" and uncover the city's ancient and modern secrets. Join forces with Princess Flame and solve riddles to help the princess find her imprisoned partner. Discover hidden gems and famous landmarks of Athens, indulge in delicious traditional Greek treats like local cheese and pastries, and explore the Varvakios and Monastiraki neighborhoods. Get ready to explore, win, and satisfy your taste buds.

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Enjoy a deep dive into Greek culinary culture and Athens' fascinating food scene on this small-group breakfast tour of the local food markets. Feast on Greek yogurt, coffee, spanakopita pies, and koulouri bread rings as you learn how to shop spices, olives, oils, and other Greek specialties at the local price.

Consider this your ticket to DIY day exploring everything Athens has to offer. This ticket combines a full day on the hop on/hop off bus with a cruise around the Saronic islands. Stop and swim or sunbathe on Agistri and Aegina islands. Your hop on/hop off ticket grants access to four bus lines which stop at popular sites like the Acropolis, Old Parliament, and Temple of Olympian Zeus.

See a side of Greek cuisine that is often overlooked at you embark on a private vegetarian tasting tour through Athens. While many people thinking Greek food relies heavily on meat and fish, there are actually a number of tasty dishes that are vegetarian-friendly. Explore local eateries and the Central Market to discover meat-free dishes that are sure to tempt your palette.