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title: Athens, Greek food tour including market visit
lang: en
type: tour
city: Athens
country: Greece
price: 69
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.87
reviews: 636
duration_minutes: 210
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 62 of 66 (Food & Wine Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
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# Athens, Greek food tour including market visit

In our comparison: #62 of 66 in Food & Wine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Sample the best, locally produced traditional Greek dishes on this food and walking tour through Athens. Led by a local guide, stroll through the city’s historic streets, tasting ‘bougatsa’ (a sweet or savory pastry), ‘loukoumades’ (Greek honey dumplings), olives and other Greek specialties. Then, take a trip to the Varvakeios market to peruse regional spices and herbs. To keep this small-group tour as intimate as possible, numbers are limited to 16 people. 
•The Original Food walking tour of Athens 
•Taste locally produced traditional Greek delicacies 
•Learn the heritage of Greek cuisine 
•Experience the vibrant Varvakeios food market 
•Visit various specialty food shops in Athens offering an array of fruit, spices and meats 
•Small group limited to 16 people for a more personalized experience 
•Fully guided tour with local English-speaking guide

PLEASE NOTE: For afternoon tours and Sunday tours, we do not visit the Central Market as it is not open.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: The meeting point is at Syntagma Square,
- Max 16 people: shared group
- Starts 09:30, 17:30: 2 departures a day
- Food included: see what is included

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €69 per person
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Rating: 4.87/5 from 636 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Athens Walking Tours
- Group: Shared, up to 16 travellers
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 09:30, 17:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.87 from 636 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 622 of 636.

- 5 stars: 581 (91%)
- 4 stars: 41 (6%)
- 3 stars: 7 (1%)
- 2 stars: 3 (0%)
- 1 star: 4 (1%)

## What's included

- Exclusive tastings featuring premium Greek products such as olive oil, honey, and cheeses
- Sustainable activity
- Finish with a Souvlaki (pork or chicken or vegetarian)
- Your dedicated local Food specialist
- Valuable tips on dining and must-try experiences throughout your Athens stay
- Visits to carefully selected 100% local establishments

## Not included

- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Gratuities (gratuity rates in Greece are around 10% of service cost)

## Itinerary

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2. **Welcome to the heart of Athens' culinary scene - the Varvakeios Market** (pass by, no stop) - As the main hub for meat, fish, and vegetable trade, this bustling market is a vibrant, lively haven teeming with people and filled with the intoxicating sounds of merchants calling out to showcase their products and competitive prices. It's a sensory experience that truly...
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## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:30, 17:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

## Meeting point

The meeting point is at Syntagma Square, in front of the central fountain. 
If you're arriving by Metro, get off at Syntagma Station and follow the signs for the Syntagma Square exit. We will be waiting for you at the fountain, holding an orange-colored Athens Walking Tours sign.

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress according to weather
- Comfortable walking shoes, sun-screen and a hat are recommended
- Inform us of any food allergies
- Vegetarian options available (Limited choices for Glutten Free)
- We do not visit the Varvakeios Market on Sundays and afternoon Tours

## Compared with other Food & Wine Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #62 of 66** | €69 | 3h 30m | 4.87 (636) | shared, max 16 |
| [Small Group Greek Traditional Food Tour in Athens 26+ Tastings](/greece/athens/tours/small-group-greek-traditional-food-tour-in-athens-26-tastings/?format=md) | €73 | 3h 30m | 4.98 (2151) | shared |
| [Athens Food Tour with 10+ Tastings of Greek Traditional Dishes](/greece/athens/tours/athens-food-tour-with-10-tastings-of-greek-traditional-dishes/?format=md) | €69 | 3h | 4.98 (740) | shared |
| [Explore the hidden food gems of Athens](/greece/athens/tours/explore-the-hidden-food-gems-of-athens/?format=md) | €80 | 3h 30m | 4.99 (356) | shared |

Ranked #62 of 66 in Food & Wine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €48 to €250, median €89; typical length 4h. 20 of 66 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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