Athens Local Food Tour in Monastiraki

Discover the real taste of Greece with a fun foodie guide and explore amazing Varvakios Agora Market

4.96 (141) ·

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· 4.00h · Athens, Greece

Join this small-group culinary experience and discover where locals eat in Athens. This guided Athens food tour takes you to multiple authentic stops—including Varvakios Agora Market—to sample traditional Greek flavors like koulóuria, loukoumades, spanakopita, souvlaki, coffee, cheeses, and wines. Enjoy a Greek food tour in Athens that goes beyond the tourist traps and dives into the authentic heart of local cuisine for an unforgettable experience.

What You Get With This Tour

Passionate English-speaking guide
Monastiraki neighborhood
Varvakios Agora Market
Group size of 12
Koulóuria, Loukoumades, Spanakopita, Souvlaki and more!
Coffee, pastries, local specialties, wine and olive oil tasting

Tour Itinerary

1

Meeting point in Monastiraki Square
Exact meeting point can be found on your voucher
2

Spanakopita
Your first stop will be a local cafe that sells the spinach pie known as spanakopita
3

Filo pastry and loukoumades
Follow your guide to a much-loved pastry shop for some of Greece's best sweet treats
4

Varvakios Agora Market
Your guide will lead you to sample some of the finest local produce at the market's top stalls. Try the best local treats, including wine, aged vinegar, honey, and much more!
5

Meat and fish market
Spend time with your guide exploring the beating heart of Athens
6

Greek Coffee Tasting
Visit a historic roastery to learn how Greek coffee is made, from bean to brew. Taste both the classic "ellinikos" coffee and a refreshing frappé, two staples of Athenian life.
7

Evripidou Street
Stroll down one of Athens' hippest roads and sample Greek charcuterie and can take the opportunity to stock up your kitchen for when you get home.
8

End in Monastiraki Square
Your guide will bring you back to your original meeting point before saying goodbye!

Additional Information

Good to know:

Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible.
Dietary Restrictions: Please contact us with any special dietary restrictions or allergies, so we can do our best to accommodate you.
Tour Changes: The stops may change depending on closures or circumstances beyond our control. Don't worry, if one is closed, we'll substitute it with a similar or better alternative.
Alcohol Consumption: This tour includes local wine; participants engaging in alcohol should be of legal drinking age in Greece (18). Please bring a government-issued ID if you plan to partake.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can depart on time.

Your 4-hour tour includes:

Expert English-speaking guide
Guided walking tour of the Monastiraki neighborhood
Visit the vibrant Varvakios Agora market
Various food stops with coffee, pastries, wine, and local specialties
Try koulóuria, loukoumades, spanakopita, and more
Food and drinks included
Maximum group size of 12

What to bring:

Comfortable shoes
Government-issued ID (for those partaking in alcohol)

Customer Reviews

4.96 (141)

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There was so much to see and eat

Sanjay Mohan Ram, 11 November 2025

I had a great tour guide on this tour. There was so much to see and eat! Our guide was so passionate and she ensured we had the best experience. The food choices were excellent and she even convinced me to try coffee for the very first time in my life. We had some private spaces at some locations to enjoy the food away from the crowds, and that made it extra special.

Athens local food tour

William Willoughby, 10 November 2025

Excellent tour, in vibrant area with interesting food. Marvellous and enthusiastic guide.

Couldn’t have been better

John Rottersman, 23 October 2025

Our guide, Adele, was fantastic. She explained all the different foods (and ouzo). This was an excellent way to explore Greek foods and cooking. As promised, there was more food than we could eat. Our final stop was for gyros street food. Adele provided to-go bags so we could eat it later. We had it for lunch the next day! Highly recommend this tour.

Entertaining and Informative introduction to Athens and Greek food

Max Courtney, 18 October 2025

A fabulous way to explore Athens back alleys and markets on foot. We sampled plenty of great food at little local places you would never find on your own. This included mezze style eating in a little local Taverna which was delicious. Our guide Dimitria was fun, knowledgeable and gave great explanations about both the city and food. Highly recommended.

Sweet Memories

Nikhil Collins, 23 September 2025

I still think of the loukoumades with lemon and honey topping. Simply unforgettable! The stories, the market buzz, and laughter with our group made this tour very special.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What to bring?

Some comfortable shoes and a healthy appetite!

What to bring?

Some comfortable shoes and a healthy appetite!

What if I'm vegetarian, vegan, or have special dietary requirements?

Please contact us after booking to let us know your requirements. We’ll work with our partners to accommodate your needs.

Can I bring my kids on this tour?

Sure, kids are welcome on this tour, especially if they like trying weird and wonderful foods! They'll have to skip the wine though, of course.

Is this tour run by The Tour Guy?

No, it's run by one of our trusted and vetted partners in Athens. They're a specialist local tour company who we know uphold our high standards.

How much walking is involved in this tour?

This is a walking tour but an easy one, with plenty of stops and a gentle pace.

Do the stops on this tour ever change?

Yes, the stops may change depending on closures or circumstances beyond our control. Don't worry, if one is closed, we'll substitute it with a similar or better alternative.