The 10 Tastings of Athens With Locals: Private Food Tour

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Stop At: Omonia Square, Athens Greece

Historical Square: Meet your host at one of Athen’s historical gems and get the perfect introduction to your food tour as you explore the old neighborhoods of Psirri and Monastiraki

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Areopagus, Athens 105 55, Greece

City Hall: Kickstart your experience and admire Kotzia Square and its 19th-century neoclassical beauty, while you hear more about the history of the Town Hall in the city



Stop At: Central Market, Athinas 42, Athens 999-20 Greece

Financial District: Before your tastings begin, learn about the Athens Stock Exchange while you make your way to a colorful food market

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Central Market, Athinas 42, Athens 999-20 Greece

Greek Olives: Be amazed by the differences between different types of olives and learn more about their origins, as you give them a try



Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Central Market, Athinas 42, Athens 999-20 Greece

Cheesy Delights: Get lost in a true authentic deli-house and enjoy some of the Greek classic cheeses, the kefalotyri, and feta

Local Drink: Sip on an anise drink that dates all the way back to ancient times and discover why it means so much to the locals

Special Dolmadakia: Hear how the popular delicate rice wraps stuffed with minced lamb, a bit of rice and other ingredients were used as a link to encourage and give hope to the enslaved Greeks

Spicy Meat: Enjoy a bite of the wind-dried meat and learn how it made its way into the Greek cuisine

Duration: 30 minutes

Pass By: Central Market, Athinas 42, Athens 999-20 Greece

Fragrant Market: Follow your nose, smell the different herbs and spices and find out why this is one of the most popular streets for the locals

Breakfast Pie: Get more acquainted with the local culture as you taste and hear about the popular Bougatsa, made with phyllo pastry, that requires a great deal of skill to prepare



Stop At: Psirri, Athens Greece

Breakfast Pie: Get more acquainted with the local culture as you taste and hear about the popular Bougatsa, made with phyllo pastry, that requires a great deal of skill to prepare

Duration: 15 minutes

Pass By: Central Market, Athinas 42, Athens 999-20 Greece

Street Art: Take in the creativity from the local artists at Evripidou and hear about how it’s connected to Greece’s recent history

Stop At: Ermou Street, Athens Greece

Snack Time: Taste the classic Koulouri, a sesame bread crown, that’s loved by busy workers on-the-go

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Temple of Hephaestus, 24 Adrianou St. Ancient Agora of Athens, Athens 105 55 Greece

Ancient Temple: Admire from outside the historical landmark dedicated to the god of fire and the goddess of poverty and crafts

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Monastiraki, Athens Greece

Greek Coffee: Go for a frappe or a Freddo Espresso, the latest craze in Greece’s coffee scene, and hear more about the locals’ favorite type of coffee


Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Church of Kapnikarea, Kapnikarea Platz, Athens Greece

Locals’ Favorite: Hear the fascinating story of the popular Souvlaki, the greek version of the Middle Eastern Kebab, and discover why this tasty treat is a must-eat while in Athens!

Goodbye & Recommendations: Say goodbye to your local host but not before receiving more recommendations of things to do and what to eat in Athens

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Plaka, Athens 10556 Greece

Sweet Treat: Go crazy with the Greek donuts, the Loukumades, considered one of the oldest recorded pastries in the world

Goodbye & Recommendations: Say goodbye to your local host but not before receiving more recommendations of things to do and what to eat in Athens

Duration: 15 minutes