Top Experiences in Kotzia Square (Plateia Kotzia)

Unearth the essence of Greek cuisine on a culinary odyssey through Athens' vibrant central market!

Handpick the finest ingredients—ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic herbs.

️ Then, immerse yourself in the art of Greek cooking, choosing between succulent Yemista or comforting Moussaka/Pastitsio.

‍ Under expert guidance, craft these timeless dishes, ensuring each bite is steeped in Greek heritage.

Elevate your skills with rustic, aromatic bread and authentic Greek salad or hearty Ntakos.

No feast is complete without creamy Tzatziki and fiery Spicy Feta Spread.

And to sweeten the experience, indulge in a decadent Greek dessert.

Join us for an unforgettable culinary adventure, where every dish tells a story and every flavor sings of Greece's rich culinary heritage! ️

Greek gastronomy is heavily based on a vegetarian diet and now you have the opportunity to see it yourself on our private vegetarian food tour across Athens! Let your local foodie guide you around Athens' city center, introducing you to the best veggie spots of the city! See where local veggies enjoy meat-free meals and learn about the local produce of the Greek land that has bee nurturing the people of Greece since ancient times!

In this walking food tour we are going to taste a variety of greek snacks, food and drinks. Food we eat in our everyday life. Also we 'll talk about our food traditions and customs. How our food culture started, what was our basic diet through the years and why.

In this 4 hour private tour you will visit some of the oldest traditional markets of the capital, taste typical salty and sweet Greek delicacieslike the loukoumas and the cheese pie, explore all kinds of herbs and spices and the worldwide famous Greek olives, olive oil and, obviously, the souvlaki. You will also experience some of our most cherished everyday habits, like enjoying a Greek coffee or a glass of ouzo accompanied by a selection of small dishes (meze) in some of the oldest establishments of the historical center of Athens.

Discover the very best of Athens with a 48 hour or 72 hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. Athens is an incredibly ancient city, and on this double-decker bus tour you'll see all of the key sights, including the Temple of Zeus, the Acropolis & Parthenon, the National Library, the Ancient Olympic Stadium, the National Gardens and much more! Learn all about ancient Greek mythology and philosophy, thanks to the informative on-board audio commentary. Hop on and off as many times as you please within the chosen time period, getting a closer look at the Athenian history on show. This sightseeing tour provides access to up to 3 bus routes depending on the ticket chosen, giving you the chance to properly immerse yourself in this city's culture!

No matter what cruise ship you arrive on, discover the very best of Athens with a 48 hour or 72 hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. Athens is an incredibly ancient city, and on this double-decker bus tour you'll see all of the key sights, including the Temple of Zeus, the Acropolis & Parthenon, the National Library, the Ancient Olympic Stadium, the National Gardens and much more! Learn all about ancient Greek mythology and philosophy, thanks to the informative on-board audio commentary. Hop on and off as many times as you please within the chosen time period, getting a closer look at the Athenian history on show. This sightseeing tour provides access to up to 3 bus routes depending on the ticket chosen.

This tour will take you to Athens in all possible ways. We will find Ancient Athens everywhere on this route.Our first stop will be the most beautiful, the most ancient and the most imposing monument in the world. The Acropolis. Then we proceed to visit the most beautiful Neoclassical building in Europe. The Academy's main building is one of the major landmarks of Athens and part of the so-called Trilogy. The organization of the Academy of Athens, whose title harks back to the ancient Academy of Plato, was first established on 18 March 1926.
After this visit we head to the heart of Modern Athens and try our 'Tastings' to get to know it better. We will see Varvakio .... Varvakios Agora (Athens Central Market).Finally we will stop at the well-known " Miran ", a taste of" tsipouro "or" ouzo "with pastrami, delicious sausages and smoked pork from the north or south of Greece.

Embark on a journey through one of the world's oldest cities alongside a knowledgeable local guide. Together, we'll uncover the most picturesque spots, perfect for your Instagram feed, while I share valuable tips to enhance your experience in Greece. Prepare for an immersive exploration of Athens' iconic landmarks, delving into the rich tapestry of history, culture, and legends that define this ancient metropolis. Leave your map behind and join me as we navigate through over 35 captivating sights, each offering a glimpse into the soul of Athens.

On this Old Districts Athens tour, discover the treasures of Athens with a local by your side, by exploring the streets filled with cultural, historic, and culinary icons.
Follow the footsteps of the locals with your guide and experience the heart of Athens with its ruins, temples, markets, mosques, retail hot spots, and fresh produce. These are the same places and roads where the ancient Greeks more than 2000 years ago followed in their daily life!

- Immerse in the history of the ancient city of Athens, with a local by your side
- Get lost inside the numerous markets and learn about their legendary traditions while exploring them
- Admire some of the city’s famous landmarks without entering the sites and get insider knowledge about them
- Stroll around the picture-pretty neighbourhood of Plaka and enjoy a coffee and a sweet at a local favorite coffee shop
- Discover Athens’ modern architecture and its recent history

Foodie Walk Tour is a fun walking tour designed for foodies and anyone curious enough to explore downtown Athens and indulge in its culinary delicacies.
A “fun-tastic” way to acquaint yourself with the buzzing part of the city.
A foody walking tour ideal for locals as well as out-of-city visitors!
Get to try different local delicacies, otherwise intricate to find

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.

Ready to experience a side of Athens like a local, with a local? This is a tour, unlike any other! If you want to take a step away from the touristy path, there's no better way than by diving into the city's alternative side. Welcome to Akadimia!

If you're done with the main highlights, why not step away and take a less-traveled path that will show you an unexpected side of Athens? Follow a local guide on a private tour full of surprises and check out Strefi Hill, Psiri District, and more that let the true form of the city shine!

We offer one of the signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local produce and prevent over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

We love Greek cuisine and we will meet this, on this delicious unique off the beaten food tour in Athens. Enjoy a multi-selection of tastings by your foodie local host, just for you. When in Athens, try Souvlaki and unique small bites of Greek traditional food, "Meze" like Tzatziki, Tyrokafteri, Meatballs, Beans, Sardines etc. Also taste Lukumades.

During this culinary tour in Athens, you will enjoy authentic local bites and traditional drinks while also discovering the city and its highlights. Wander around one of the most fragrant streets in Athens and visit a locals’ favorite spice shop.

Taste the popular, on-the-go- snack, Koulouri and Raisinbread. Enjoy the best Souvlaki in the city, try out the sweet Lukumades and cheer with the traditional Raki.

Taste Greek Yogurt.

Taste Baklava and Kataifi, the famous sweets.

On this Athens food and wine tour, you will be introduced to the Greek cuisine and local wines and our culinary traditions that date back to ancient times and have influenced not only the European cuisine but also many others!
Don’t expect to visit highly ranked shops but less known traditional vendors and we will demonstrate why the Greek cuisine is the most delicious in the world.
Taste the best authentic local gastronomy including feta, olives, olive oil, local tapas, and 3 different wines and spirits like ouzo, on a food tour that is more than enough to skip lunch!

- Learn about Athens’ culinary culture and discover the traditional tastes and fresh flavours of the city.
- Explore the Central Market and captivate your senses by sampling different tastes and flavors.
- Enjoy a “meze” platter (local tapas) in a local deli and chat with the owner about his specialties.
- Sip local wines at a rooftop bar with amazing views over Athens.

Our amazing private and personalized walking food tour promises to cast light on the city’s tastes and culinary customs. Watch locals shop at the Central Market, chat to vendors, and visit traditional food spots for 15 tastings of treats such as pies, loukoumades, home-cooked main dishes and desserts, all accompanied by food stories and tips you’d otherwise miss. Entirely customizable and definitely fun, this food tour will leave you full of food and fond memories!

After your pick up from your location we head to Syntagma / Constitution square, which is fundamentally connected with the first official Greek Constitution and political developments in the 19th and 20th centuries.We return to Syntagma square to tell the story of the luxurious Grande Bretagne Hotel. . Palia Vouli / Old Parliament building at Kolokotroni square, where stands the imposing statute of Theodoros Kolokotronis, one of the most distinguished leaders of the Greek Revolution against the Ottomans We cross Athinas street getting to the Varvakios Agora (Athens Central Market). This is literally the Grand Central Station of food, where people from all walks of life converge to discover the freshest and most delicious ways to satiate their hunger. .Further down on Evripidou street we will stop at the well-known “Miran”charcuterie, to taste “tsipouro“ or “ouzo” with delicious Greek specialties when our tour will finish, your guide will accompany you to your location.

Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this Lonely Planet Experience powered by Urban Adventures. Savor delicious Greek foods that will tantalize your taste buds during this 2.5-hour food tasting tour of Athens. You’ll voyage on foot and discover the 'big five' of Greek cuisine, including licorice-flavored ouzo, classic feta and olives, smooth olive oil and sesame seed–crusted rings of 'koulouri' (bread). Plus, your guide will take you to a local delicatessen, where you’ll meet the owner and uncover the hidden secrets of Athenian eats.

Get an insider’s look into the best Athens has to offer on this 2.5-hour a private tour of the ancient city. Explore the city with a private guide who can share insights into the local history and culture. You’ll visit the culturally rich squares of Ktozia and Monastiraki. Avoid the hassle of a big group with this private tour.