Athens Street Food Tour: Explore City's Iconic Eateries
Description
Try some of the best of Greek Street food in Athens and explore some of the best eateries known to locals! Taste a variety of snacks/street food like the famous Koulouri, a favorite Greek bread sesame ring. Sample a traditional Greek pie with crispy filo pastry while exploring the Central food market area (closed on weekdays/Saturdays after 4pm and Sundays) where local sellers offer the best Greek ingredients and Athenians do their daily shopping. Savor Souvlaki in pita bread, the quintessential Greek street food and you will find out what the famous Peinirli looks and tastes like. A delicious, fluffy Greek style pizza boat with a special cheese mix and crispy dough! For those with a sweet tooth, it's time for some Greek dessert! Try loukoumades, the Greek version of donuts, crisp and golden on the outside and soft on the inside! All in all, you will experience the best Street food of Athens will you explore one of the city's most vivid and artistic neighborhoods.
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We kick off our culinary walking journey in Monastiraki—Athens’ buzzing heart—where ancient landmarks meet lively food spots. Surrounded by history, this area is home to some of the city's most iconic eateries.
Next, we head into the vibrant Psirri neighborhood, a creative hub full of character. Known for its eclectic mix of street art, tavernas, and hidden gems, it's a favorite hangout for locals and visitors alike.
We stroll along Athinas Street, the lively artery connecting Monastiraki to the Central Market. This historic thoroughfare is packed with authentic shops and traditional food stalls.
Known for its fragrant spice shops and specialty delis, Evripidou Street is a must for food lovers. (Please note: most deli shops are closed in the evening.)
Athens’ bustling Central Market is where locals source the freshest ingredients—from seafood and meats to spices and cheeses. (Please note: the market is closed during evening hours.)
We wrap up our tour along Aiolou Street, named after the Greek god of winds. This lively stretch is lined with eateries and offers fantastic views of the Roman Agora and glimpses of the Acropolis.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you wish to be included with another party that has also booked this tour, please mention this in the notes field during booking.
- While the tour is wheelchair and stroller accessible, the city’s historic district features narrow streets and pavements, thus presenting challenges.
- Vegetarian friendly. Limited options for gluten free/vegan/lactose-free/low carb diet.
- The pace is relaxed and there are regular stops along the walking tour. Please let us know in case of mobility issues.
Reviews(178)
Walking tour was a great way to get acquainted with the city centre, meet people from other parts of the world, and eat some local foods.
This was an amazing food tour. We were able to try many different kinds of food that felt authentic and were delicious. Our guide, Orestis, was extremely talkative and friendly, and answered questions about both the food and the city itself in our tour. We were also able to explore a marketplace, which I thoroughly enjoyed. Overall, this tour was amazing, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking to try Greek street food with a friendly, helpful guide.
A very informative tour that sampled different street food fare including breakfast, lunch, and dinner items.
Athens was our last stop on our honeymoon trip around Europe and we booked the food tour last minute the night before. Our tour guide was amazing and the food was delicious. We learned so much about Greek cuisine and found several new favorite foods. Would recommend to anyone visiting Athens!
Our guide Dimitri was very knowledgeable about the local cuisine and took us to some iconic local food spots. It was fun, tasty and enjoyable.
Fun food tour with Orestis. Our family enjoyed seeing different areas of Athens and of course tasting Greek foods! The tour was a small group of people from all over. It was also a fun time meeting others. Orestis did a great job telling us about the food, restaurants, and areas we visited. Would recommend for all.
We were very warmly welcomed by our guide, Orestes, who showed complete expertise and confidence while explaining every detail of the food. We had the opportunity to try several dishes of Greek cuisine. The time we spent together was a delicious and extremely pleasant experience.
Tour guide was fantastic, great way to see the sights and taste the food from the hidden gems. Worth it!
Brilliant guide Zefi and a lovely group of people made this fantastic experience. We had just arrived in Athens and this was a brilliant way to discover the city. There was plenty of delicious authentic food, with choices. Zefi was so knowledgeable and friendly.
They let you taste delicious dishes and by the end of the ride you have eaten just enough for a full dinner. The guide Konstantina did a fantastic job! In passing, she talked about the background of the food and about the city of Athens.
