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Athens Food Tour with Local storyteller - Hidden Gems & Tastings

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Athens, Greece
  • 4 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Many food tours in Athens merely skim the surface—for anyone interested in a deeper dive in the Greek capital’s culinary history and heritage, this small-group walking tour is for you. Listen to detailed commentary from a a Ph.D. researcher as you stroll through historic neighborhoods and bustling marketplaces, visiting local vendors and businesses to sample anywhere from 12 to 15 authentic dishes.
  • A small-group (10 people max) is ideal for those who prefer a personalized experience
  • Ditch the tourist traps—see where locals enjoy pan-fried cheese and stuffed grape leaves
  • All food tastings are included for a seamless experience, plus Greek coffee and local wines
  • At four hours long, this tour is longer and more in-depth than run-of-the-mill food tours

Sample Menu

Starter

zucchini fritters with tzatziki

Crispy zucchini fritters with feta and fresh herbs, served with creamy homemade tzatziki. A delicious taste of authentic Greek cuisine.

Starter

Dolmadakia traditional greek dish

Traditional Greek vine leaves stuffed with rice, herbs, and aromatic spices, delicately rolled and served as a classic Mediterranean appetizer.

Main

country-style sausage (loukaniko)

Traditional Greek country-style sausage, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices, grilled to perfection for a rich and authentic flavor.

Starter

classic Greek salad (horiatiki)

Fresh tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, capers,onion and feta cheese

Starter

saganaki

Traditional Greek saganaki: pan-fried cheese with a golden crust, crispy outside and soft inside, finished with fresh lemon juice classic appetizer.

Main

moussaka

Greek dish with layers of potatoes, eggplants, minced meat and becamell

Main

chicken with vegetables

Starter

handmade pies spanakopita, tyropita, chicken pie

Dessert

loukoumades with thyme honey or yogurt with honey and nuts or galaktoboureko

Main

Many greek dishes

we have a big variety of greek dishes like meat or seafoods and veggies

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Meals
  • Private transportation

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Mitropoleos 1, Athina 105 57, Greece

    Is opposite Syntagma Square (arriving by Metro, get off at the Syntagma station) at 1 Mitropoleos Street and Phillelinon. The tour leader will be holding the company's logo Athens FoodSteps

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1

Plateia Syntagmatos

2

Monument to the Unknown Soldier

3

Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens

4

Monastiraki

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

5.0
based on 18 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Spend a wonderful...

Vanhyftej, Apr 2026
Spend a wonderful afternoon with Eleni our guide. Eileni was so much fun and had so much knowledge of Athens. We tasted incredible food where the locals go. The afternoon went by so quickly. Would highly recommend this tour with Eleni. Thanks Eleni for making our time in Athens so fun and very tasteful.

Response from Host, May 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted you enjoyed one of the best food tours in Athens with Athens FoodSteps. It was a pleasure guiding you through authentic, non-touristic spots and sharing traditional Greek food that locals truly love. At Athens FoodSteps, we focus on fresh ingredients, cultural storytelling, and personalized experiences, so it means a lot to know you had such a memorable afternoon. Thank you for recommending our Athens food tour—we hope to welcome you again for more authentic culinary experiences in Greece! Eleni, Athens FoodSteps

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