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Best Seller: Semi-Private Athens Morning Food Tour (15+ tastings)
About This Tour
Discover the Greek culinary culture on a 4-hour walking tour around Athens' food scene. Let your local guide lead you through the best food spots the historical city has to offer and indulge in 15 different tastings of local flavors. Browse through the vibrant Athens Central Market, visit local shops, bakeries, traditional taverns, and restaurants and taste your way through Athens like a local!
What's Included
✓ Included
- We CAN provide food substitutions for vegetarians
- Group up to 10 people only: Enjoy personal attention & care from your foodie expert guide
- 15+ tastings of traditional Greek food; more than enough for lunch!
- An exploration of Athens Central Market
- Loads of culinary, cultural and historical anecdotes
✗ Not Included
Itinerary
1
Begin your morning with the delightful tastes of traditional Greek pies. Meet at Syntagma Square, where you'll be introduced to a variety of pies, including the beloved spanakopita, filled with spinach and feta cheese. This will be a perfect start to your day, giving you a taste of the local breakfast fare.
2
Just a short walk from the pie shop, we'll visit a local deli known for its wide selection of Greek cheeses and creamy Greek yogurt. Here, you'll learn about the cheese-making process in Greece and taste different types of feta, along with other regional cheeses, accompanied by rich, authentic Greek yogurt.
3
As we make our way to the vibrant Monastiraki area, prepare your palate for an assortment of pastourma and traditional Greek cold cuts. You'll experience the robust flavors and spices that make these meats a staple in Greek cuisine.
4
No Greek food tour would be complete without olives. We'll stop at a specialty shop where you'll taste different varieties of Greek olives, each with its unique flavor profile, ranging from the famous Kalamata to the lesser-known but equally delicious local varieties.
5
Next, we'll indulge in Greece's sweet side with a visit to a local eatery for some loukoumades. These honey-soaked doughnuts are a Greek favorite and will provide a delightful contrast to the savory tastes of the morning.
6
Before heading to your next food stop, we'll dive into the bustling atmosphere of the Athens Central Market. Here, you'll witness the lively trade of fresh produce, meats, and fish, and get a sense of the daily life of Athenian shoppers and traders.
7
For lunch, we'll enjoy homemade Greek recipes at a traditional eatery. Savor a selection of dishes prepared with fresh, local ingredients, giving you a true taste of Greek home cooking.
8
To conclude our tour, we'll stroll to the bohemian neighborhood of Psiri. Here, we'll relax in a cozy café and enjoy typical Greek desserts that perfectly accompany the famous Greek coffee. It's a sweet and aromatic end to your morning food adventure in Athens.
With hearts full and appetites satisfied, our Athens Morning Food Tour comes to a close. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for Greek cuisine and memories of a delightful morning spent exploring Athens through its flavors.
With hearts full and appetites satisfied, our Athens Morning Food Tour comes to a close. You'll leave with a deeper appreciation for Greek cuisine and memories of a delightful morning spent exploring Athens through its flavors.
Good to Know
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking.