Traditional Food Tour in Rethymno

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Crete, Greece

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

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Overview

Ditch the guesswork of picking a dinner spot in Rethymno and join this foodie-focused walking tour of the old town. Stop at three local taverns, two bakeries, and a phyllo pastry workshop to sample traditional Cretan dishes and end the night with Greek lokma donuts. Share the experience with a small group of 12 likeminded travelers for a more intimate evening.

Swap tourist menus for foodie spots loved by the locals in Rethymno old town
Save the cost of dinner—six tasting stops amount to a full meal
Try traditional dishes alongside local street-food staples for a full culinary experience
Drinks and bottled water included throughout the evening

What's Included

Traditional dishes
Alcoholic Beverages
Bottled water
Dinner

The amount of the tastings can substitute dinner

Tips
Any additional food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Former Customs House
Rethimno 741 31, Greece
We will meet in front of this information centre.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.6:00 pm

Itinerary

Old Venetian Harbour of Rethymno

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Rethymnon Old Town

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Handmade Traditional Philo Workshop

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Iroon Politechniou Square

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Mikrasiaton Square

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Rethymnon

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps

Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
For wheelchair users please be reminded that the roads and streets are not smooth, but still accessible.
The 20 - 60 minutes remaining time of the total duration, will be spent for walking duration, visiting the previous location to the next.
Please mention any food allergies or special dietary requirements in advance
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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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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Featured review

RisaMeisner

It is a very well planned event. Virginia is very passionate about the area, the food and her guest. She was engaging, caring and fun. I recommend this to anybody who wants to get a nice perspective on Rethymno.

Reviews

5.0

based on 28 reviews

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Fab tour with excellent guide

Isabella_R, Oct 2025

Absolutely fantastic tour, the range of food was phenomenal and our tour guide Virginia was brilliant! Would highly recommend this trip to anyone that loves food and culture.

Fantastic Food Tour of Rethymno.

RisaMeisner, Sep 2025

Food and drink tour.

Michelle_B, Sep 2025

This experience was exactly what we needed, met new people, tried amazing food. The restaurants we visited were off the Main Street and I doubt we would have found them and they were lovely. Our guide Virginia, was wonderful a font of knowledge.

Great evening

Ashley_L, Jun 2025

Charming well informed host Varied and interesting venues Excellent food choices Lovely to go off the main and obvious streets

Response from Host, Jun 2025

I’m so glad you enjoyed our unique food adventure! Thank you for spending the evening with me!

Sumptuous Food

Irene_B, Oct 2024

Our guide was fantastic and went above and beyond to make a memorable evening. Virginia was knowledgeable about all the different dishes we tasted. I would highly recommend this trip to others.

It was a great experience

ntanafrag, Aug 2024

Wonderful food, charming locations, and a great guide! Virginia is incredibly welcoming. We enjoyed every moment, from tasting traditional dishes to learning about the local culture. The relaxed pace and friendly atmosphere make it perfect for people of any age.