Monastiraki Tours and Activities

Indulge your inner foodie on this 4-hour gourmet tasting tour and sample the edible delights of Athens. Take to the streets for a walking tour of Athens’ cafés, markets, delicatessens and street food haunts. Enjoy the undivided attention of your private food-expert guide as you uncover the secrets of Greek cuisine and learn more about the city’s culinary heritage. Stop along the way to sample local treats like sweet donuts, Greek bread and regional cheeses, washed down with Greek wine and freshly brewed coffee.

Explore the highlights of Athens in a private vehicle on this full-day tour. Depart from your hotel and make your way the the Acropolis, where you can stroll through the Odeon of Herodes Atticus, the Temple of the Athena Nike, the Propylaea, the Erechtheum, and the Parthenon. Take in views from Lycabettus Hill and explore the neighborhoods of Plaka and Monastiraki.

Join us on a delicious journey around Athens through four of the city’s most foodie neighbourhoods to experience Greek gastronomy. During our food walk: - We will visit a deli to taste amazing Greek olives, spreads and premium extra virgin olive oil. - We will taste the beloved street food of the locals, the souvlaki or gyro, wrapped in warm pita bread with tzatziki sauce. - We will watch how the locals unwind inside stylish bars and cafes around the hip St. Irene’s square. - We will taste peinirli (a traditional pizza style crunchy dough topped with melting cheese and delicious cold cuts) baked on hot stone oven. - We will visit a well-hidden a mom-and-pop restaurant to savour tapas style food in bohemian Psyrri area. - Time for hard choices: to pick our favourite dessert: baklava, galaktoboureko (phyllo custard pie) or a unique-flavoured ice-cream! Vegetarians rejoice! There are options for you in every spot.

If you’re short on time and energy, cruise through Athens on an electric bike in just 3 hours.  After being fitted with your bike, your private guide takes you past the city’s historic and modern sights. Stop whenever you like to ask questions or take photos. With the aid of your electric motor, cover several important areas of the city without getting worn out. Enjoy refreshing water or a bottle of beer at the end of your ride.

Appease your appetite for traditional Greek food during this half-day small-group culinary tour in Athens. Follow your guide to 10 carefully curated specialty food shops, located off the beaten path in residential neighborhoods, to taste Athenian delicacies such as honey, spices, sweets, cured meat, cheese and olive oil. Finish your tour with a taste of the much-celebrated Greek souvlaki. This tour is limited to 12 people or fewer to ensure an intimate atmosphere; all tastings are included.

On this skip-the-line tour, you'll save time visiting the Athens sight you’re most excited to see: the Acropolis. You’ll whiz past the crowds, and hear fascinating commentary about the UNESCO-listed site. Your itinerary also leaves time for highlights including Hadrian’s Library and the Roman Agora, as well as hidden gems such as the tiny village of Anafiotika and Greek Orthodox churches. Please note the admission to the sites is not included in the price of the tour.

This foodie extravaganza is the ultimate way to get a taste of Greece. By traveling with a private guide, you’ll get a more personalized experience, and you’ll have your guide’s undivided attention for questions. Your guide will lead the way, which takes the stress out of navigating, and you’ll visit multiple local Athens food hotspots, such as markets, food counters, and more. Highlights include trying Greek olive oil, souvlaki, and doughnuts.

Get an on-the-ground lesson in Greek history on this private walking tour. Explore the atmospheric streets of Athens while learning about the myths and legends of ancient Greece from an informative guide. Visit the Trilogy of Athens, learn about neoclassical architecture, explore the Central Market and hear about Hermes, the God of Commerce, explore the colorful local spice market and more on this affordable half-day outing.

Go behind the scenes in Athens to taste authentic Greek cuisine on a food and walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Experience daily life in the city as you visit a variety of eateries and discover culinary gems that are favorites of the locals. Enjoy enough tastings to make up a generous meal and understand why Greece is famous for its delicious cuisine. Visit the Athens Central market, bakeries, traditional taverns and restaurants, and explore historical sites that few tourists see.

Discover Athens in the best way possible with this delicious foodie tour. Explore different areas of the city on foot and learn about contemporary life and culture. Avoid tourist traps and head to beloved local markets, delis, and family-owned tavernas to sample souvlaki, dolmades, spanakopita, koulouri, olives, and more. Your tour concludes with a meze lunch and wine at a traditional taverna.

Discover a side of Athens beyond the ancient monuments and crowded tourist spots with a private guide well-versed in the Greek capital’s counterculture. Check out hip cafes, art galleries, bookshops, and public spaces tucked into lively neighborhoods that most tourists miss. Learn about the social and political movements that inspired vibrant street art, enjoy the views from a secret lookout point, and taste a treat from a favorite local bakery.

Be taught how to make real Greek food and enjoy dinner with a view on this 3.5-hour cooking class in Athens. Head to a much-loved bakery in vibrant Monastiraki and learn how to make traditional Greek dishes, from tzatziki to spinach pie, with hands-on guidance from an experienced chef. Then, when the food is ready, head up to the roof to enjoy the fruits of your labor while you take in unbeatable views of the Acropolis of Athens, the UNESCO-listed jewel in Athens’ crown. This small-group tour is limited to just eight participants.

Uncover Athens’ long history and explore the Greek capital on foot with this half-day walking tour. Feel like you’ve stepped into a real-life history book as you get up close to world-famous landmarks, UNESCO-listed ruins and opulent royal palaces. Then, step off the beaten path to discover busy markets, modern sights and much-loved local spots. Numbers limited to 12 people on this small-group tour, ensuring personalized commentary from the guide.

Discover the top sights of Athens with ease on an electric bike tour, led by a local guide. Hop on your electric-powered bike, and make light work of Athens’ attractions following a route that’s mostly traffic-free. Ride around the Acropolis rock and ancient agora, delve into historical Plaka, see the Bath House of the Winds, and more. Stop to savor a traditional Greek coffee, and learn about the sights via the crystal-clear headset commentary from your guide. Numbers are limited on this small-group tour for a more personalized experience.

Enjoy a sightseeing adventure in Athens on the world’s most intuitive electric vehicle. After a quick training session, strap on a helmet—it’s included in the tour price—and cruise to must-see sites like the Acropolis, the Ancient Angora, Panathinaikon stadium, and Mars Hill. Cover more ground than you could on two feet and stop by hidden corners of the city that you won’t read about in a guidebook.

Experience the city of Athens in a different and fun way: go by Segway. Beat the traffic and take a break from walking as you explore many incredible highlights gliding through the city. Your guide will take you on a journey to discover a city rich in history, mythical stories, philosophy, art, and drama. See the New Acropolis Museum, Ancient Agora, Hadrian’s Library and many more spots. With less time spent walking, you’ll have more time to visit incredible places in just half a day.

Delve into Athens’ character and cuisine on this small-group walking tour. The Greek capital mixes ancient, Ottoman, neoclassical, and modern influences, and this tour lets you explore its different neighborhoods and culinary styles. Stroll through Syntagma Square, the city's heart; explore hip and old-school neighborhoods; visit markets, and stop to taste local specialities such as ‘koulouri’ bread, meze, olive oil, cheese, and authentic Greek coffee. Food tastings and central hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Athens is known for both its ancient sites and its modern masterpieces. Explore the best of Athens on a private day tour. You’ll save time researching highlights by having a guide to shortlist and take you to the best bits. Your day will be enhanced with commentary along the way. Interesting attractions you’ll pass include Monastiraki Square, the Roman Agora, Hadrian’s Library, the Temple of Zeus, and Zappeion Hall.

Cover lots of ground in Athens without being stuck on a tour bus thanks to a smooth-moving Segway that let's you zip around the Greek capital’s famous hills and top sights with ease. The electric scooter and semi-private group size offer the flexibility to stop often and hear live commentary about the Acropolis, Hadrian’s Library, the Ancient Agora, Monastiraki Square, and other must-see landmarks.

Join a delightful tour around Athens’ food market and savour local delicacies that fill you up for the rest of the day (20 tastings!) Enjoy a delicious experience together with your loved ones and discover the most entertaining way to see Athens. Our small-group size (~6 ppl) ensures ultimate personalisation, flexibility and safety. - Start your day with tasty Greek pies: spanakopita and bougatsa with cream. - Sample 6 different local cheeses and cold-cuts. - Enjoy original Greek yogurt with wild cherries. - Try from a selection of top-quality olives and extra virgin olive oil. - Taste different types of honey, eg from thyme, pine and fir tree. - Traditional Greek coffee made on hot sand! - Have lunch with an array of different meze (tapas) made with fresh vegetable, meat and fish straight from the market. - Finish your day with heavenly desserts, eg baklava and a unique flavoured ice-cream. Vegetarians rejoice! We have food options for you in every spot.

Get an insider’s look into the best Athens has to offer on this small-group 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 and get an up-close look at the UNESCO-listed Acropolis. Avoid the hassle of a big group with this small-group tour, designed for 12 people or less.

Discover Athens’ secrets from an insider on this private walking tour. Visit famous Syntagma Square, see the Church of Panaghia Kapnikarea, Hadrian’s Library, and the Old Town of Plaka—even stop by the neighborhood’s oldest distillery. Because it’s just you and a guide, you have plenty of time to ask questions about the fascinating sights you encounter.

Explore the best of Athens with very little effort on this electric bike tour. With a local guide, set off by electric-powered bike to discover the Greek capital’s ancient and modern highlights. Cruise by the Greek Parliament on Syntagma Square, see the Panathenaic Stadium, and explore historical Plaka and the ancient ruins beneath the Acropolis. Travel much of the way along traffic-free streets, stop to sample tasty Athenian delicacies, and hear about the sights from your informative guide, via the provided headsets. Numbers are limited for a small-group experience.

When your cruise ship pulls into Athens port, get a taste for classic Greek cuisine on a 4-hour walking shore excursion. Stroll down the historical streets and make several food stops to sample enticing local specialities such as delectable 'loukoumades' dough balls, moreish ‘koulouri’ bread, 'pastourma’ sausage and more. Dip into bakeries, dairies and sweet shops, and discover popular Greek fruits, herbs and spices on a wander through the buzzing central Varvakeios food market. Numbers are limited to 14 on this small-group shore excursion, ensuring personalized attention from your guide.