Discover the soul & culture of Athens through food.
More than just a food tour, Athens Bites is travelling in a mindful way through food, storytelling & genuine conversation. Inspired by our love for the city, good food and meeting new people, Athens Bites captures the spirit & vibe of Athens in a half-day travel experience. Join us and you will find out why we love Athens so much.
On this most delicious tour, you will have the chance to try the BEST local food from the BEST vendors. Enjoy mouthwatering souvlaki, tasty & fresh homemade pies, delectable olives, PDO (Protected Designations of Origin) cheeses, Greek yoghurt, local cold meats, unique desserts and much more… but let’s not spoil all of the fun!
We will stroll through the streets of Athens City Center while visiting traditional Greek street food vendors, delis & cafes; true Athenian icons, multi-generational family businesses, and new commendable food entrepreneurs.
We truly believe that our curated experience is one of the best things to do on your first day in Athens. It’s a fantastic way to get your bearings, learn fun facts and stories about Greece & Athens and its culture, and to get recommendations and tips for your stay.
Highlights
- A carefully curated and comprehensive experience, venue by venue, bite by bite. We will visit the highest quality vendors, everything we try will be fresh, taste great, and made with the best ingredients. When we say the BEST bites of each kind, we MEAN IT!
- Souvlaki, our national street food. There are hundreds of Souvlaki places, but a handful of really good ones. We will take you for one of the most delicious, authentic and acclaimed!
- PDO (Protected Destination of Origin) Greek cheeses and unique meats.
- Sweet & Savory pies that you will never forget (i.e. Cheese Pie, Spinach Pie), and even a unique pie from one of our most famous islands!
- Honey tasting (3 delicious varieties), Olive Oil tasting & Greek Olives varieties.
- The ultimate Greek street food dessert: Loukoumades, aka “honey puffs” in the best place for 100 years.
- A traditionally brewed Greek coffee.
- And more… but let’s not spoil all the excitement and fun!
- You will get an orientation of the city of Athens, and plenty of tips from our local guide.
- Visit the vibrant open fish and meat market of the city!
- Visit excellent, authentic, iconic and sometimes hidden places, difficult to find without a local guide.
- Well-balanced between savoury and sweet flavors.
- This tour is suitable for vegetarians, but not for vegans or those who follow a gluten free diet. There is only one stop where there is no alternative to meat.
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Who
Food lovers of all ages.
When & Where
Monday to Saturday at 10:00, lasting around 4 hours, starting location: Athens Center. Details will be sent with confirmation email
What’s included
- All food & drink tastings (more than enough for lunch – we will visit about 10 locations and taste many different specialties)
- The kind & knowledgeable local guide sharing culinary & cultural stories & anecdotes
- A friendly bunch of travelers from around the world
What’s not included
Gratuities / Tips for our amazing tour guides, which is always greatly appreciated
Language
English, Greek
What to wear/bring
- Comfortable shoes & weather-appropriate clothing
- A bottle of water, your appetite, wanderlust and curiosity
Price
€ 89,- per person, (children < 6 years join for free, no booking is required but please add to comments when booking)
Cancellation policy
A cancellation fee of 100% applies for cancellations made less than 48h in advance, or in case of no-show
8% credit card processing fee will be deducted from the refund
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*Please note: the itinerary and menu are subject to change, based on the locations’ availability, weather, and other circumstances.
