Greek Private Food Walking Tour - Taste (Y)Our Way
Description
In this 4 hour private tour, you will visit some of the oldest traditional markets of the capital, taste typical salty and sweet Greek delicacies like the loukoumas and the cheese pie, explore all kinds of herbs and spices, and the world-famous Greek olives, olive oil, and, obviously, the souvlaki. You will also experience some of our most cherished everyday habits, like enjoying a Greek coffee or a glass of ouzo accompanied by a selection of small dishes (meze) in some of the oldest establishments of the historical center of Athens.
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Begins the 4 hour walking culinary journey through the tastes and smells of Greece.
Taste the traditional sweets and finger-food like the koulouri (a circular bread, typically encrusted with sesame seeds) and the famous bougatsa (which is probably the most beloved Greek breakfast pastry, consisting of either semolina custard, cheese or even minced meat filling between layers of phyllo).
The colorful Athens Agora (also referred to as the Varvakios Market), the highlight of the vibrant Athinás market district. An extraordinary sensory and gastronomic delight, the market offers an amazing range of spices, cheeses, olives and deli treats. The most impressive part of it being the historic meat, fish and fruit market, offering an incredible variety of fresh products from all over Greece and the world.
In the beautiful Kotzia Square (situated just outside the ancient Acharnian Gate of Classical Athens), you will enjoy a cup of traditional Greek coffee in one of the oldest coffee shops in Greece.
The busiest commercial street of Athens is ideal for walking after having tasted the traditional souvlaki!
The cathedral church of the Archbishopric of Athens and all Greece.
After walking by this wonderful monument, enjoy a wonderful selection of famous Greek dishes while admiring the astonishing Acropolis in one of the most genuine restaurants!
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Our tour can be customized to meet all different dietary preferences and restrictions (i.e. food allergies, gluten-free, vegetarian, vegans etc.).