Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs
Thessaloniki, Greece

Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs

Outty Ranking 60 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews4 hoursFrom $171
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Outty Ranking

60/100

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Traveler rating

5.0/5

Based on 3 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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Is Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs worth booking?

Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs is a 4-hour experience in Thessaloniki, Greece, from $171 per person. It scores 60 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
60 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
4 hours
From
$171 per person

My city is nominated as the only UNESCO Gastronomy City of Greece and all Greeks know why! There’s no complete visit of Thessaloniki, if you haven’t tasted the local delicacies and visited the traditional food markets in the city center. This walking tour lasts 4 hours with many tastings and photos stops. Take your time to enjoy it! It gives you a sample of the city’s famous snacks, coffee, sweets, meze, tsipouro. Everything is carefully planned for your own degustation, to see, visit, and shop in places the locals do. The stops and delicacies we try can be adjusted to your own taste and food preferences into a tailor-made tour for you. This food tour is better to be started not too early so that participants have some time after breakfast to get hungry! If you prefer to skip breakfast where you stay and have some during the tour, then earlier time can be privately arranged after the tour booking. This tour does not run on Sundays or public holidays, when the food market is closed.

What you get

    About this experience

    My city is nominated as the only UNESCO Gastronomy City of Greece and all Greeks know why! There’s no complete visit of Thessaloniki, if you haven’t tasted the local delicacies and visited the traditional food markets in the city center. This walking tour lasts 4 hours with many tastings and photos stops. Take your time to enjoy it! It gives you a sample of the city’s famous snacks, coffee, sweets, meze, tsipouro. Everything is carefully planned for your own degustation, to see, visit, and shop in places the locals do. The stops and delicacies we try can be adjusted to your own taste and food preferences into a tailor-made tour for you. This food tour is better to be started not too early so that participants have some time after breakfast to get hungry! If you prefer to skip breakfast where you stay and have some during the tour, then earlier time can be privately arranged after the tour booking. This tour does not run on Sundays or public holidays, when the food market is closed.

    What's included

    Included

    • Snacks
    • Lunch
    • Private certified guide for this half-day tour
    • Tea and coffee

    Not included

    • In-vehicle air conditioning
    • Private transportation

    What you'll see and do

    1. Thessaloniki Tourist Information Center

      This is the starting point of the walking food tour, on the most central square of my city. In between the food markets there will be many stops for tasting and shopping local products, as well as seeing cultural monuments en route.

      5 minutes here · Admission not included

    2. The Kapani (Vlali) Market

      The main food open market of the city, where all tastes and flavours are to be found

      Pass by without stopping

    3. Modiano Market

      Just refurbished and recently opened its doors, this historical covered food market of 1930 in the heart of the city, is not to be missed!

      10 minutes here

    4. Greek coffee at a traditional cafe

      30 minutes here · Admission included

    5. Ladadika District

      Lunch with traditional Greek meze dishes

      45 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Thessaloniki

    Meeting point in front of thye Venizelos statue, on Egnatia Street, at the upper part of Aristotle square

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    Meeting point in front of thye Venizelos statue, on Egnatia Street, at the upper part of Aristotle square

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    de, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat
    Group size
    Up to 8 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Greece Guided Tours​ by Efi Kalampoukidou

    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

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    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    h2fwgsmfmt · May 2023

    An Amazing Food Tour and So Much More

    We loved our day with Efi! We learned so much about Thessaloniki. This tour is more than just a good food tour, you will learn about the city, the traditions, and history. The food stops were excellent, and places we wouldn’t have found on our own. The food was fantastic and the shop owners were wonderful. I highly recommend this tour, you get so much more than just food tasting.

    Response from the operator: Glad you enjoyed my food & city tour combination and tastings. I hope you also enjoyd the rest of your stay in my city, Thessaloniki, the UNESCO Gastronomy city of Greece!

    via Viator

    Mona_G · October 2022

    We had a great experience...

    We had a great experience with Efi on our recent trip to Greece. She shared her knowledge and experience in showing us around the city of Thessaloniki and treated us to local foods throughout the tour. We visited an olive oil shop and sampled oils as well as honey and local cheeses. The high point , however, was the wonderful lunch at a local restaurant where we tasted many local foods and needed a nap when we were finished! Thank you Efi for the cookbook and info on Samothrace.

    Response from the operator: Thank you, Mona! My pleasure to show you around the UNESCO Gastronomy city of Thessaloniki with its tastes, smells, flavours!

    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
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Solid Choice

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Greece Guided Tours​ by Efi Kalampoukidou, who run 6 experiences we rank across 1 city, with an average Outty Ranking of 59.0.

    See everything Greece Guided Tours​ by Efi Kalampoukidou runs

    Why this scores 60

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)85
    Review evidence (18% weight)26
    Booking momentum (14% weight)16
    Value for money (12% weight)59
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)54
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Thessaloniki.

    How much does Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs cost?

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    Prices start at $171 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Thessaloniki usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs 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 Thessaloniki is not rushed.

    Is Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 60 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Thessaloniki, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs?

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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 Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs 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 Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs?

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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 Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs 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 Thessaloniki 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 Thessaloniki?

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    On Outty we rank every Thessaloniki experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Gastronomic Food Tour in Thessaloniki with a Chef, Discover Vergina and Pella: Day Trip to Macedonian Kingdom, Thessaloniki : Half-Day Sailing Cruise to Shipwreck Bay !. 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 Thessaloniki?

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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 Thessaloniki?

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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 Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs?

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    Included: Snacks; Lunch; Private certified guide for this half-day tour; and Tea and coffee. Not included: In-vehicle air conditioning; and Private transportation. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Where is the meeting point for Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs?

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    Meeting point in front of thye Venizelos statue, on Egnatia Street, at the upper part of Aristotle square Hotel pickup is not included, so plan your own transport and arrive 15 minutes early.

    What languages is Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs offered in?

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    It is offered in German 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 Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs?

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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 Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs 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 Thessaloniki Food Tour - Gastronomy Experience - 4 hrs if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Thessaloniki. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

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