Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love
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Is Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love worth booking?
Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love is a 2.5-hour experience in Athens, Greece, from $30 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.2/5 rating across 13 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.2/5 (13)
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- From
- $30 per person
From eye to hand to mouth, we are taking you into the Athenian kitchens of the streets, markets and alleyways hiding the best street food. Sample the food the locals love while exploring Athens. Learn the history of th
What you get
- Local guide
- Coffee, Koulouri local with sesame seeds, Loukoumades (Greek doughnuts) Greek pie or Souvlaki
About this experience
From eye to hand to mouth, we are taking you into the Athenian kitchens of the streets, markets and alleyways hiding the best street food. Sample the food the locals love while exploring Athens. Learn the history of the Greek street food. The great Greek culinary tradition of tasty street food just waiting to be discovered, from Koulouri(pretzel with sesame seeds) and loukoumades ( Greek doughnuts) Souvlaki and Kebab, Greek pies and desserts. Get into the city's most popular food market and experience the street food locals love to eat!
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Coffee, Koulouri local with sesame seeds, Loukoumades (Greek doughnuts) Greek pie or Souvlaki
Not included
- Additional food or drink not mentioned above
- Tips for your guide
What you'll see and do
Monastiraki
We start our experience from Monastiraki square Οur guide will be waiting for you, at Monastiraki square, in front of the little medieval church with the tower bell. We discover few the Romam, medieval, Ottoman past of the city, and how life goes on now. We start our tour with a coffee, Greeks are heavy coffee drinkers and like to socialize in cafes, and a fresh koulouri, from one of the oldest bakery which is the source of all peddlers in Athens, for those who have sweet tooth hot loukoumades with honey and cinnamon is a must. We stroll around the central Market and the old commercial center in Athens, and we taste the best Greek pies in Athens, in one of the most old and famous and pastry shop in Athens, no worries the are choices for vegans and vegetarians also, our tour is ending with fresh soups or souvlaki. We are heading trough Monastiraki square to Psirri, passing form the Flea Market of Athens
20 minutes here
Psirri
We are heading to the former working class district of Psirri, that now is one of the most alternative neighborhoods of Athens, making a stop for Koulouri, in one of the oldest Bakeries of Athens
30 minutes here
From Psirri, we are heading to the Public Market of Athens, we taste Greek Olives, discover Greek Herbs, honey and fresh fruits and vegetables.
30 minutes here
Roman Agora
As we heading to Roman Agora, we taste the Greek Souvlaki, drnk Greek coffee and eat Lukumades with honey and cinammon. We end the tours in the famous Roman Agora, the roman market, which is used with the same way since the middle of 19th century
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Athens
Our meeting point is at Monastiraki square, in front of the old small church with the tower bell
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Our meeting point is at Monastiraki square, in front of the old small church with the tower bell
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Urban Athens Collective
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Wear comfortable clothes and shoes
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 13 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Food and drink
8 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Knowledge and storytelling
5 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
The guide
4 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
13 verified traveler reviews for Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Athens locals’ favorite street foods don’t disappoint
The tour feeds you a lot of food so come hungry…don’t eat two meals before the tour. Wear comfortable shoes because you will do a lot of walking.
via Viator
Highly recommended
Excellent tour. I learned a lot of history of the area in addition to trying some great food. Helen was the perfect guide
via Viator
Educational Visit/Sites & Culture
Dionysius was very knowledgeable and educated re: Athens & ancient history. I most enjoyed our conversations as he cleared up many historical questions related to the sites & cultural areas we visited.
via Viator
Not worth the money
No earphones provided so couldn’t hear the guide despite being a group of 5 in total. The guide was a lovely person but most of the experience was awkward. Food was nice but to be honest nothing special or different, we would have easily found it ourselves!
Response from the operator: We are sorry that we didn't meet your expectations. This tour is a walking tour that visitors taste street food in Athens in small private tours, no need for earphones for so small groups. As we cannot directly get in touch with you from here, please email us at info@urbanathenscollective.org and we will make sure to follow up on this issue. We are looking forward to your email. Thank you in advance. Have a great day
via Viator
Nice evening. Didn’t know it was private.
A bit pricey I thought but an enjoyable evening after a transatlantic flight. Good for our first evening when we were tired and didn’t want to figure out dinner plans. Ate any things we may not have tried otherwise. Got off the beaten track and away from tourists.
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2.5 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $30 to $81
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Athens.
How much does Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love cost?
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Prices start at $30 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 Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love take?
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Plan for about 2.5 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 Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.2/5 across 13 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 Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love?
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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 Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love?
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Around 5 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 2.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Street Food Tour - Sample the Food the Locals Love 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 Small Group E-Bike Tour, Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 20+ Tastings, Athens Scenic Bike Tour with Regular or Electric Bike + Acropolis. 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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