Athens Insider Food Tour: Private & 100% Personalized

Athens, Greece

3 hours (approx.)
Group discounts
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

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.

Go off the tourist trail when you explore Athens with a local guide
Enjoy enough bites and drinks to add up a hearty lunch
Visit neighborhoods like Psirri, Monastiraki, and the Central Market
A private, customized tour lets you enjoy a personal experience

What's Included

6-8 food tastings from 2-3 eateries
1 alcoholic beverage, soft drink or coffee
Private and personalized walking tour with a passionate local
3 hour walking tour, exploring highlights and hidden gems
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

Additional food and drinks
Transportation (primarily a walking experience; however, public transport may be used)
Tickets to any attractions
Gratuities (optional)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Monastiraki, Athina 105 55, Greece
After booking, you can adjust the meeting point to fit your preferences with the help of our Experience Planners.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Central Market Athens (Pass By)

Psirri (Pass By)

Flea Market (Pass By)

Athinas (Pass By)

Monastiraki (Pass By)

Agiou Dimitriou (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
This is a walking tour, so please wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for some walking. Let us know in advance if you have any mobility concerns.
If you need a private vehicle, please contact us for details and costs.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.8

based on 5 reviews

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Great tour and guide!

Sara_G, Aug 2025

Michael was a great tour guide and took us to off the beaten path restaurants, took us through great neighborhoods and selected great dishes. He also shared some nice stories about local culture.

Response from Host, Aug 2025

So glad to hear Michael made your tour such a memorable one — it sounds like the perfect mix of hidden restaurants, vibrant neighborhoods, and cultural stories that brought the city to life!

Delicious and Memorable Private Food Tour Through Athens

Christopher_C, Jul 2025

Our private food tour through Athens was a perfect way to experience the city through its flavors, traditions, and hospitality. We started off with a stop at a fun and casual spot called Elvis, where we enjoyed some souvlaki — perfectly grilled, flavorful, and served with a side of local charm. Next, we visited a traditional taverna where we were treated to a classic Greek salad made with fresh, vibrant ingredients and topped with a generous slice of feta. But the real star of that stop was the deep-fried feta cheese, drizzled with honey and sesame — a heavenly combination of crispy, creamy, salty, and sweet. To end the tour on a high note, we were taken to a charming café for traditional Greek coffee and a delicious dessert that perfectly captured the essence of Greek sweets. It was the perfect way to slow down and savor the moment. Throughout the tour, our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Greek food and culture. He shared local insights, explained the origins of each dish, and made sure we were having a fantastic time every step of the way. We left full, happy, and with a deeper appreciation for Greek cuisine!

Response from Host, Jul 2025

What a beautiful way to experience Athens — we’re so glad the flavors, stories, and warm hospitality made the tour unforgettable, and that your host brought the city's culinary magic to life with every stop! Thanks for choosing us and we look forward to welcoming you back.

100 percent personalized food tour

Chantal_P, Oct 2024

Our tour guide George was fantastic! The food was delicious! And we had a beautiful first night in Athens!

Response from Host, Oct 2024

Thank you for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear that George made your tour fantastic and that you enjoyed the delicious food. We're glad you had a beautiful first night in Athens! Hope to see you again soon!

A Wonderfully Delicious Tour!

Peggy_L, May 2024

Our flight was delayed coming into Athens by over three hours but our guide Natasha was so understanding and patient and adjusted our tour time accordingly. She met us right on schedule at our hotel and we set off on a wondrous journey on foot. We went inside the Panaghia Kapnikarea Church, a gem right in the middle of a bustling center. Next was a walk through Monastiraki to Tetraconch Church to the Roman Agora. Then a little delicious break for a treat at a hilltop restaurant with a great view. We walked through Jacqueline de Romilly Square to Ano Petralona and had a veritable feast at a charming restaurant there. Natasha kept us entertained with lively conversation and the time just flew by! What a great tour to kick off our trip to Greece with Natasha, our lovely guide.

Response from Host, May 2024

It's fantastic to hear that Natasha was understanding and patient, and that she adjusted the tour to accommodate your schedule. We're glad you had the opportunity to explore some of Athens' hidden gems and enjoy delicious treats along the way. Thanks for choosing City Unscripted and here's to more great adventures!