4-Hour Athens Walking Food Tour with Monastiraki and Central Market

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Savor iconic Greek delicacies in Monastiraki Square and the lively Psiri neighborhood
• 02 Explore Varvakios Agora, Athens' vibrant Central Market
• 03 Taste traditional pastries, local cheeses, olives, and Greek souvlaki
• 04 Enjoy free time to discover shops, cafés, and hidden gems in central Athens

Embark on a gastronomic adventure through Athens as you explore Monastiraki Square, the lively Psiri neighborhood, and the bustling Central Market while tasting some of the city's iconic delicacies. Savor traditional Greek pastries such as Bougatsa and cheese or spinach pies, browse stalls filled with fresh produce, spices, meats, seafood, cheeses, sweets, olives, yogurt, Loukoumi, Baklava, and dried fruits, and enjoy traditional souvlaki served with pita and fresh ingredients. The experience ends with free time in the center of Athens, giving you the chance to soak in the local atmosphere and discover shops, cafés, or hidden gems at your own pace.

The experience ends with free time in the center of Athens, giving you the chance to soak in the local atmosphere and discover shops, cafés, or hidden gems at your own pace.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access No

City Athens

Languages English, Greek, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Athens Walk and Taste Experience

Transfer to the city center.

Stop 1: Monastiraki Square & Psiri Neighborhood

Walk through Monastiraki Square and the lively Psiri area. Taste traditional Greek pastries such as Bougatsa, along with cheese or spinach pies.

Stop 2: The Central Market (Varvakios Agora)

Explore the vibrant market and discover its fresh produce, spices, meats, seafood, cheeses, sweets, olives, yogurt, Loukoumi, Baklava, and dried fruits.

Stop 3: Traditional Souvlaki Spot

Enjoy traditional Greek souvlaki with pita and fresh ingredients.

Free Time in Athens Center

Discover local shops, cafés, or hidden gems at your own pace.

End of tour.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Pick-up and drop-off transfers from Port Piraeus Cruise Terminals
• English-speaking guide
• Local food tasting

What's Not Included

• Gratuities (optional)

What to bring

• Passport or ID card
• Sunscreen
• Cash or credit card
• Hat
• Sunglasses
• Comfortable walking shoes

Know before you go

• This tour involves an extensive amount of walking - approximately 2.5 miles over uneven terrain.
• The tour sequence may vary.
• This tour is not recommended for guests with mobility conditions affecting walking.
• At the time of booking, please provide the full name, date of birth, and ID or passport number of each participant, as required by port regulations, together with the name of the cruise ship you will be travelling on.
• Pickup time: 40 minutes before the tour starts. Exact details will be notified 48 hours prior to the tour.
• Meeting location (for those who do not need pick-up): Monastiraki Square.
• Meeting time: 15 minutes before the tour starts. Exact meeting details will be notified 24 hours prior to the tour.
• Identification: The tour representative will hold a sign with the guest's name and the Greek Travel Advisors logo.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Monastiraki Square 21 Apollonos, Athina, Greece, Platia Monastirakiou, Athens, Greece

Tour start

Apollonos 21, Athina 105 57, Greece

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.