
Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)
Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 1,025 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) worth booking?
Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) is a 3.5-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from €55 per person. It scores 92 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 1,025 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 92 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (1,025)
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- From
- €55 per person
**Small group size: 12 people maximum** Taste your way through Athens on an award-winning small group tour! Let your guide lead you through the twisting streets of the city to 10 carefully selected specialty food shops, and sample the finest olive oil, cheese, cured meats, sweets, spices, tapas and Greek souvlaki. All 15 tastings are included. Discover the flavors of Athens, one bite at a time!
What you get
About this experience
**Small group size: 12 people maximum** Taste your way through Athens on an award-winning small group tour! Let your guide lead you through the twisting streets of the city to 10 carefully selected specialty food shops, and sample the finest olive oil, cheese, cured meats, sweets, spices, tapas and Greek souvlaki. All 15 tastings are included. Discover the flavors of Athens, one bite at a time!
What's included
Included
- Local Food Expert guide
- All tastings during the tour (15 tastings that equal lunch)
Not included
- Any extra food or drinks participants may get on their own
- Transfers from/to the meeting point
What you'll see and do
Syntagma
The central square of Athens is dominated by the Greek Parliament (formerly the Royal Palace) and characterized by the high energy level created by the constant movement of people through the city’s busiest crossroads.
40 minutes here
Plaka
Souvenir shops, ancient monuments and the oldest area of the city attract the greatest concentration of tourists in Athens to this picturesque cluster of narrow alleys just below the towering stone sides of the Acropolis...
45 minutes here
Monastiraki
Hadrian’s library, great street food and an underground river hidden in a metro station await those who come to this antique and flea market area in search of a bargain or a look of one the city’s few surviving Ottoman mosques.
40 minutes here
Psiri
Long a neighbourhood where local craftsmen worked out of small shops, Psirri is now one of the city’s hottest new spots for evening food and drink. It’s also one of the best places to check out the city’s latest street art.
60 minutes here
Athens' food market, bustling with locals seeking fresh produce, meats, and fish. Despite its lively atmosphere, it remains a true reflection of daily life, offering a genuine experience of the city's culinary culture.
15 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
The tour starts at the MAIN entrance of PUBLIC store located at the lower part of Syntagma square, next to the Everest store (be careful, there is a side entrance on Karageorgis Servias street, this is NOT the main entrance)
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Options you can book
English Athens Food Tour
French Athens Food Tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, fr
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 12 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Alternative Athens
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour equals lunch. It visits 10 food places, has 15 tastings and goes through 4 different neighborhoods
- We recommend you have a light breakfast as there will be plenty to taste!
- Suitable for vegetarians
- Can accommodate special dietary requirements, please ask
- Not recommended for travelers with constraining dietary restrictions or severe food allergies
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 1,021 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
10 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
9 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
8 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Traveler reviews
1,021 verified traveler reviews for Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group). Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Amazing taste of Athens
We absolutely loved everything about this Athens food tour! Our guide, Andreas, was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and passionate about Greek food and culture. He made the entire experience fun, welcoming, and informative. Every stop was delicious, and we loved getting to try such a wonderful variety of authentic Greek foods. We left with very full stomachs and a much greater appreciation for Greek cuisine! This tour was the perfect way to experience the flavors of Athens and get a true taste of everything Greece has to offer. Andreas was fantastic, the food was amazing, and we would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens!
via Tripadvisor
Tour of Greek Food and some history of Athens too!
The Greek food waling tour with Alternative Athens was fantastic. The variety and quality of greek food we had was superb, and the amount of food we had over the course was enough for dinner. Loved our guide Andreas, he was so excited about the different Greek foods we had and told us so much about each, he also gave us a wonderful overview of the historical areas of Athens that were on our tour as we walked around. I highly recommend this tour and guide.
via Tripadvisor
Greek fare and wisdom
Thank you to our wonderful Guide Katerina, who not only related a most interesting history of the fabulous Greek food provided on the tour, but also helped us with our booking that I had made on the wrong day. Thank you, Katerina, for your patience and wisdom on the tour which had such delicious food including filo cheese pie, baklava, coffee, souvlaki, loukoumades, olive oil tasting with special sour dough bread to accompany, and a taverana meal of moussaka, dolmades, meatballs, tzatziki and greek salad.
via Tripadvisor
Loved it
Elizabeth (I know that's not right) was phenomenal. Not only did she know a lot about the food but the history of Greece. She was warm and friendly. Best tour guide ever!
via Viator
Great Experience
Had a great time! Lots of great food and our guide Elizabeth was awesome and knowledgeable! Would Recommend!
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 3.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- €55 to €69
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 359
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Who runs this experience
Operated by Alternative Athens, who run 12 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 66.0.
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Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group): questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) cost?
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Prices start at €55 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Athens usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) take?
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Plan for about 3.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Athens is not rushed.
Is Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 92 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 1,025 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 3.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)?
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Around 359 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Athens can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Athens and add a light layer if any part of the 3.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Athens within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Athens?
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On Outty we rank every Athens experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis, Athens Small Group E-Bike Tour, Acropolis E-bike Tour With Entrance Tickets. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Athens?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Athens?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)?
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Included: Local Food Expert guide; and All tastings during the tour (15 tastings that equal lunch). Not included: Any extra food or drinks participants may get on their own; and Transfers from/to the meeting point. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Where is the meeting point for Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)?
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The tour starts at the MAIN entrance of PUBLIC store located at the lower part of Syntagma square, next to the Everest store (be careful, there is a side entrance on Karageorgis Servias street. Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.
What languages is Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) offered in?
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It is offered in English and French. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group) if the weather is bad?
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It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Athens. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.
What do travelers say about Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)?
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Across 1,025 reviews averaging 4.9 out of 5, recurring themes include food and drink, knowledge and storytelling, the guide. The tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
What booking options are available for Athens Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour (Small Group)?
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There are 2 options to choose from, including English Athens Food Tour, French Athens Food Tour. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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