Athens
Eat like a local in Athens: A tailored culinary experience
Local Food & Drink Tastings • 3 hours
5.0
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Eat like a local in Athens: A tailored culinary experience
Indulge in local favorite dishes on a culinary journey tailored to your tastes around Athens' vibrant neighborhoods for an authentic food experience
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Experience a personalized culinary adventure tailored to your tastes with a food-loving host.
- No predetermined locations, our food-loving host takes you to their personal favorite spots for a unique and authentic experience.
- Taste 6-8 delicious local favorites, from creamy Kefalotyri and Feta cheese to nutty Kouloúria.
- Visit the Central Market, where you'll explore the vibrant stalls and taste a variety of fresh produce, spices, and herbs.
- Seafood lovers can try traditional Greek delicacies paired with a shot of Ouzo.
- Enjoy mouth-watering Mezze dishes, juicy Souvlaki, and other local favorites.
- Refresh your palate with Greek lemonade, homemade syrups, or traditional Greek alcoholic beverages.
- Savor hot Greek coffee and indulge in the sweetness of a traditional doughy dessert.
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
3 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
Private and personalized experience
3 hours with a host
6-8 food tastings
1 alcoholic beverage or soft drink
1 coffee
Walking experience
Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)
What’s not included
Tickets to any attractions
Food and drinks other than the ones included in the experience
Transport costs
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
Why settle for a generic food tour that takes you to the same places as every other tourist when you can join our personalized culinary experience? Instead, get paired with a food-loving host who will take you through the Central Market and vibrant neighborhoods of Psirri and Monastiraki, hitting up all the best spots they know and love.
You'll try 6-8 delicious local favorites, from the creamy goodness of Kefalotyri and Feta cheese to the nutty flavors of Kouloúria. And seafood lovers, prepare to have your taste buds blown away by traditional Greek delicacies paired with a shot of Ouzo.
Savor mouth-watering Mezze dishes, juicy Souvlaki, and local favorites like spanakopita, dolmades, or moussaka. Feeling thirsty? Quench your thirst with a refreshing glass of Greek lemonade or homemade syrups, or add a little kick to your experience with traditional Greek alcoholic beverages.
Sip on a hot cup of traditional Greek coffee and indulge in the sweetness of Loukoumades. With our super-friendly guides leading the way, you'll explore hidden gems and cultural customs that make Athens unique.
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Mikha,
Nov 2024
Wonderful food journey of Greek food with Michael! We enjoyed it so much.
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Mikha,
Nov 2024
Wonderful food journey!
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Chantal,
Oct 2024
Our tour guide George was fantastic! The food was delicious! And we had a beautiful first night in Athens!
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Paul,
Jul 2024
Natasa was very knowledgeable, her laughter infectious and her interest in our family genuine and sincere. The restaurants and commentary across Athens were very enjoyable. Some of the restaurants in particular we would never have come across and were chic and those the local Athenians go to. There was never an awkward moment and it was very much chatting to a knowledgeable friend.
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Peggy,
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.
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Kirtsy,
Aug 2023
Loved that it was totally tailored. We ended up eating a late lunch that day so we weren't that hungry for our food tour at 5.30pm so our guide worked around that and showed and spoke about lots of other places in Athens. We didn't go to all the food stops he had planned but that didn't phase him. He made it very special for us. Thanks Sotirios
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