Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine
Traveler rating
3.0/5
Based on 2 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine worth booking?
Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine is a 4-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $269 per person. It scores 49 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3/5 rating across 2 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 49 / 100
- Rating
- 3/5 (2)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $269 per person
Let you eat your way through the Athens' culinary heritage and fall in love with the flavorful Greek cuisine on this 4-hour food tour. Step on the ancient cobbled alleys, gaze at the majestic Acropolis of Athens, and plunge into the buzzing and enchanting atmosphere of Monastiraki. Treat yourself with traditional delicacies such as domestic cheese, crunchy bread, sweet donuts, and refuel your energy with a cup of roasted coffee. · Explore the rich and healthy world of Greek cuisine with your food-expert guide; · Try authentic traditional treats such as koulóuria (sesame bread rings) and loukoumades (Greek donuts); · Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Varvakios Agora market; · Sample emerald-green olive oils and domestic wine; - Visit specialty food stores and markets; - Explore Varvakios Agora and learn about the city’s rich culinary history; - Savor local Greek specialties: sweet donuts, bread, regional cheeses, Greek wine and artisan coffee.
What you get
About this experience
Let you eat your way through the Athens' culinary heritage and fall in love with the flavorful Greek cuisine on this 4-hour food tour. Step on the ancient cobbled alleys, gaze at the majestic Acropolis of Athens, and plunge into the buzzing and enchanting atmosphere of Monastiraki. Treat yourself with traditional delicacies such as domestic cheese, crunchy bread, sweet donuts, and refuel your energy with a cup of roasted coffee. · Explore the rich and healthy world of Greek cuisine with your food-expert guide; · Try authentic traditional treats such as koulóuria (sesame bread rings) and loukoumades (Greek donuts); · Dive into the vibrant atmosphere of Varvakios Agora market; · Sample emerald-green olive oils and domestic wine; - Visit specialty food stores and markets; - Explore Varvakios Agora and learn about the city’s rich culinary history; - Savor local Greek specialties: sweet donuts, bread, regional cheeses, Greek wine and artisan coffee.
What's included
Included
- Iconic places for photoshoot
- Must see and off the beaten path
- Food and drink samples
- All Fees and Taxes
- Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour
- Local Greek specialties: sweet donuts, bread, regional cheeses, Greek wine and artisan coffee
- Friendly local guide
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities (optional)
What you'll see and do
Athens
You will meet your private guide in Monastiraki Square and kickstart your tour with a walk through the vibrant and buzzing Varvakios Segura neighborhood. Your first stop will be a centuries-old cafe, where you will have traditional Greek breakfast and savor your first specialty of the day, koulóuria (sesame bread rings). Then, you will pop into a tiny but charming bakery to enjoy loukoumades. Unlike usual donuts, loukoumades are doused with syrup and sprinkled with cinnamon and walnuts. You will tread the beautiful cobbled alleys and admire the stunning view on the majestic Acropolis of Athens, while your guide will reveal to you the secrets of Greek culture and cuisine that you won't find in a guidebook.
30 minutes here
Athens
After promenade, you will head to the meat and fish market, browse different shops, buy memorable gifts, and enjoy traditional Greek coffee brewed in front of you. And of course, you will discover the flavors of Greece, which is the mix of wine, fresh cheese, organic olive oil, and honey. Finish your culinary exploration with a final treat from food stores that have been serving their delicacies since the early 20th century.
30 minutes here
Monastiraki
..Monastiraki is one of the central districts of Athens, located near the old historical sites Plaka and the Athenian agora. It is a vibrant square known for its cobbled alleys, traditional taverns, small shops, and stalls. It is always crowded with tourists and passionate traders who sell nuts, lottery tickets, fruits, artisanal soaps, handmade sandals, and souvenirs.
60 minutes here
Athens
Varvakios Segura is one of the largest and most popular covered markets in Greece. It is located between Omonia and Monastiraki squares. You can walk around the market for days on end, and every time you will find something unusual and surprising.
120 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- el, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Friendly Local Guides
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Traveler reviews
2 verified traveler reviews for Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Great experience - but come with an empty stomach!
We had a great time on this tour. While we had originally booked it as a private experience, it ended up becoming a group one (we were informed ahead of time and were given the chance to cancel if we wanted to). It was actually a lot of fun to do this with others. We would STRONGLY recommend you skip breakfast before this experience... you aren't going to get a few small food samples. They provide an extraordinary amount of food over 4 hours - delicious and diverse. But a lot. Our tour guide, Adele, was very informative and a great guide.
via Viator
Our Guide Never Showed! We lost half a day!
We booked the private, guided food tour because my husband and I only had two days in Athens and despite it being much more costly (over $130 each) we wanted it to be an awesome and unique experience. Sometimes the group tour dynamic gets too big feeling, so we upgraded to this private and expensive option with high expectations. After booking, I got a text via WhatsApp a few weeks later and I was told that our meeting place had changed, which now meant a 40 minute walk from our hotel vs a 15 minute walk. But I responded fine and confirmed. The message author introduced herself as my Viator agent and gave me my guide’s name and phone number for emergencies. We arrived at 11:30am-which was thirty minutes early to our meeting place. Another couple was also there and their private guide picked them up a few minutes early. We waited and waited. I called our guide’s phone number that viator had a provided - No answer. We waited. I called. No answer I messaged my Viator customer service contact. No response. We waited. It was the hottest day on record in Athens and we waited 45 minutes outside in a busy and noisy square with no guide showing. More than $350 for this tour and we were entirely blown off! We finally left and had basically lost our entire day from morning (didn’t eat breakfast because of the food that was coming) walking across town to the new meeting location, in the heat, and then still had to walk back to our hotel. Our customer service contact responded about an hour later and apologized for the guide not showing. I asked for a full refund which I received later that night. What a disappointment. We have enjoyed food tours all over the world (Paris, Italy, NYC and more) and were so looking forward to our Athens experience. I have booked many tours with Viator and although appreciate that things can happen, don’t feel that a refund was adequate. We wasted half a day and no alternative was offered and no additional customer credit or future offering was made to secure me as a future customer. Although our agent was apologetic and said that they won’t use that guide again - it still leaves a poor impression. My many other Viator tour experiences have been solid but I don’t know that I’ll be able to trust booking with confidence again.
Response from the operator: Hello Jennifer, We are sorry about the issue with your tour. The guide had a personal emergency and for some reason couldn't get through to you to let you know about the incident and that he can't do the tour. Your tour was fully refunded the same day. Please let us know if there's anything else we can do for you.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
- Price range
- $269 to $455
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Friendly Local Guides, who run 172 experiences we rank across 20 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 49.2.
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Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine cost?
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Prices start at $269 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 Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine take?
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Plan for about 4 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 Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 49 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3/5 across 2 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Athens, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine?
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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 Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine?
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Around 1 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 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine 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 Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine?
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Included: Iconic places for photoshoot; Must see and off the beaten path; Food and drink samples; All Fees and Taxes; and Expert advice where to go and what to do after the tour. Not included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; and Gratuities (optional). Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
What languages is Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine offered in?
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It is offered in Greek and English. 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 Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine?
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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 Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine 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 Gourmet Food Walking Tour in Athens with Donuts and Greek Wine 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.
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