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Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour

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Overview

Taste traditional and modern Greek dishes at restaurants beloved by locals while seeing the best of two neighborhoods in the heart of the city.

Walk through the center of Athens and savor all the best food. Make your own gyro, taste a uniquely Greek charcuterie board, an even indulge in greek donuts, all in one unforgettable afternoon!

Καλή όρεξη– Enjoy your food!

What's Included

  • Experience the contrast of the historic Monastiraki ️and the colorful Psiri neighborhoods.
  • Make your own Souvlaki, sample sweet and savory pies, and enjoy legendary Greek donuts
  • 6 food tastings and 3 drink tastings, from sweet and savory phyllo pies to Greek wine and spirits
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Platia Monastirakiou
Athina 105 55, Greece

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End point

Eolou 21
& Aghias Irinis Str, Athina 105 51, Greece

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Ifestou 20

Hidden inside a small gallery that houses the city’s oldest record store, this charming spot is owned by a mother and her two daughters and feels like a Greek café from the 1990s. Enjoy a traditional coffee demonstration and taste a delicate spoon sweet made from rose petals.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Iroon Square (pass by)

A small neighborhood square marked by a striking mural. Learn about the area’s history and Athens’ graffiti scene in one of the city’s oldest districts, once home to craftsmen selling furniture, leather goods, construction materials, and metalwork.
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Psirri Square

Stop at one of the few bakeries in the city still making handmade pies from scratch, baked on the spot. Taste sweet and savory pies made with crispy phyllo and bougatsa dough, with fillings like spinach, cheese, meat, and custard.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Aiolou (pass by)

Stroll along one of Athens’ oldest pedestrian streets, lined with cafés, eateries, fabric shops, and historic churches. Learn how Orthodox traditions, fasting practices, and olive-oil–based “lenten” foods have shaped Greek cuisine and daily life.
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Aiolou 65

Let's savor the delights of a classic Greek dish, and make your own Souvlaki with pork or chicken, served on warm pita bread. This mouthwatering treat is complemented by a medley of flavors, including tzatziki sauce, along with a greek beer.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Central Athens "Varvakios" Markets (pass by)

Visit a 24-hour shop by Athens’ Central Market, opened in 1886, selling dried nuts, figs, raisins, and other local products with ancient roots.
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Athinas 10

Visit a 24-hour shop in Athens’ Central Market, opened in 1886, selling dried nuts, figs, raisins, and other local products with ancient roots.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Evripidou

Step into this adorable family-owned market where a dynamic duo pours their passion into the business! Dive into a charcuterie board with three types of Greek cheese and cured meats! Pair your tasting with white and red wine, plus traditional Greek spirits for a full introduction to local flavors and culinary history.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Aiolou 21

Stop at one of the few spots in Athens making authentic Greek donuts, crispy on the outside, soft inside. Enjoy them with honey and cinnamon or chocolate in a vibrant, friendly, and welcoming environment.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
  • Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
  • Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Experience the contrast of the historic Monastiraki ️and the colorful Psiri neighborhoods.
  • Make your own Souvlaki, sample sweet and savory pies, and enjoy legendary Greek donuts.
  • 6 food tastings and 3 drink tastings, from sweet and savory phyllo pies to Greek wine and spirits.
  • Experience a Greek coffee demonstration, and discover how to read your fortune from the cup.
  • ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips.
  • Local English-speaking guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off.
  • Extra drinks.
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

The minimum age to participate is 4. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Have dietary requirements? Email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs. For safety, our tours are not suitable for guests with a severe or life-threatening (anaphylactic) allergy to nuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish or gluten (coeliac disease), where trace amounts or cross-contamination pose a risk. Guests with any other severe allergy must contact us.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

Mar 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
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Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.

Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.

If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.

Oct 2026

What's Included

Activity name

  • Experience the contrast of the historic Monastiraki ️and the colorful Psiri neighborhoods.
  • Make your own Souvlaki, sample sweet and savory pies, and enjoy legendary Greek donuts
  • 6 food tastings and 3 drink tastings, from sweet and savory phyllo pies to Greek wine and spirits
  • Experience a Greek coffee demonstration, and discover how to read your fortune from the cup
  • ‘Food & the City’ Insider Tips
  • Local English-speaking guide
  • Hotel pick-up and drop-off
  • Extra drinks
  • Gratuities / Tips for the guide

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Have dietary requirements? Email us or add a note at booking, and we’ll do our best to accommodate vegetarian, gluten-free and other dietary needs. For safety, our tours are not suitable for guests with a severe or life-threatening (anaphylactic) allergy to nuts, tree nuts, fish, shellfish or gluten (coeliac disease), where trace amounts or cross-contamination pose a risk. Guests with any other severe allergy must contact us.
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This activity requires a minimum of 2 guests. Should this not be met, we will contact you directly to help you get rescheduled or reimbursed.
  • Children under 4 years old do not need a ticket and can join the tour for free. However, food is not included. Paid tickets with food included are available for ages 4 and up.
  • Please note that the tastings mentioned are a selection of the delicious foods we often feature. Both offerings and tour stops may vary by day or season, but you're sure to enjoy a delightful array of local flavors!
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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