View on ViatorThe Greek Food Experience (Max 8 persons)
More than just a food tour, rather travelling in a mindful way through food, storytelling & genuine conversation. Inspired by our love for the city, good food and meeting new people. 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… 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; 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.
Duration
4 hours
+ 2h airport buffer
Layover fit
Good for 4–6 hour layovers
Needs 6h total
Admission
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What you'll see
Attraction stop (1h)
We will stroll through the streets of Athens City Center while visiting traditional Greek street food vendors; true Athenian icons, multi-generational family businesses, and new commendable food entrepreneurs. Sample menu Sweet & Savory pies that you will never forget (i.e. Cheese Pie, Spinach Pie) Koulouri (toasted sesame bread ring) - Greece’s favourite breakfast on the run. this round-shaped bread is packed with good carbohydrates and proteins. Organic olive oil tasting. A traditionally brewed Greek coffee
Attraction stop (15 mins)
Mitropoleos Square is one of the most charming squares in the historic center of Athens, located just a few minutes' walk from Syntagma Square and the Plaka district. The square is dominated by the impressive Metropolitan Cathedral of Athens (also known as the Cathedral of the Annunciation), the largest church in Athens and the seat of the Archbishop of Greece. Right next to the cathedral stands the much smaller but equally fascinating Little Metropolis (Church of Agios Eleftherios), a 12th-century Byzantine church renowned for its intricate stone carvings and architectural details. The contrast between the grandeur of the Metropolitan Cathedral and the intimate scale of the Little Metropolis beautifully illustrates the layers of Athenian history, from the Byzantine era to modern Greece. Today, Mitropoleos Square is a lively meeting point surrounded by cafés, shops, and pedestrian streets, making it an ideal place to pause while exploring central Athens.
Attraction stop (15 mins)
This beautiful and vibrant square used to be the home of the city’s flower market. Only a couple flower vendors remain, as the rest have been replaced by café bars & eateries, becoming one of the hottest spots in town. Easy to reach no matter where you’re coming from, self-contained and peaceful, with no bothersome thru-traffic, the thriving square is teeming with life most hours of the day. We will enjoy a special delicacy from Crete, a pie like no other. It's called Sfakiani and is thin like crepe with soft cheese inside and honey on top! Sample Menu: Rakomelo: This famous alcoholic mixed drink is made by combining Raki (a grape flavoured brandy), with honey and warm spices like cardamom, cinnamon and local herbs.
Attraction stop (30 mins)
Sample Menu: The ultimate Greek street food dessert: Loukoumades, aka “honey puffs” in the best place for 100 years. Aiolou street is a historical central paved road connecting Omonia square with Ermou street. Its name derives from the ancient Greek god of the winds, Aeolus. Constructed in 1833, Aiolou street is one of the oldest streets in Athens.
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