Athens Food Tours

Athens is one of Europe’s best food tour cities: souvlaki and koulouri, the Central Market, meze and Greek wine, with guides who know the old tavernas. These are the best-rated food tours in Athens.

Top-rated food tours in Athens

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The top food tours in Athens by rating and number of reviews. Almost all are rated 4.9.

Experience Length Rating (reviews) Best for Book
Street Food Tasting Tour 3 hours 4.9 (4,181) The most booked Check availability
Greek Foodie Small-Group Tour 4 hours 4.9 (3,655) A small group Check availability
Greek Food Discovery Walking Tour 3.5 hours 4.9 (711) A first day Check availability
Half-Day Ultimate Food Walking Tour 4 hours 4.9 (648) The most tastings Check availability
Organic Food Tasting and Market Visit 3 hours 4.9 (623) The market Check availability
Authentic Greek Food Walking Tour 3 hours 4.9 (620) Classic dishes Check availability

Our pick: the Street Food Tasting Tour, rated 4.9 from 4,181 reviews on GetYourGuide.

Ratings and review counts as shown on GetYourGuide in October 2026. Check the listing for live prices and availability.

Which tour to choose

  • The most booked: the street food tasting tour.
  • Small group: the Greek foodie small-group tour.
  • The market: the organic food tasting with a market visit.
  • Most tastings: the half-day ultimate food walk.

What you will taste

Souvlaki or gyros, koulouri bread rings, loukoumades, olives and cheeses at the Central Market (Varvakios), meze, Greek coffee and often a glass of Greek wine or ouzo.

Tips

  • Book a day or more ahead at weekends and in high season: the most booked options sell out.
  • Check exactly what your ticket includes (dinner, drinks, transfers), as the same experience often has several options.
  • Arrive early where seating is first come, first served.

More in Athens: cooking classes, wine tours and where to eat in Athens.

How we choose

We list experiences with strong, recent reviews on GetYourGuide and a clear food or drink element. Ratings and review counts were checked in October 2026.

FAQ about Athens Food Tours

Frequently asked questions

What is the best food tour in Athens?

The street food tasting tour is the most reviewed (4.9 from 4,181), followed by the Greek foodie small-group tour (4.9 from 3,655).

How long is a food tour in Athens?

Three to four hours.

Do Athens food tours visit the Central Market?

Several do, including the organic food and market tour.

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