Top Athens Dining Experiences

Eat dinner in a revolving restaurant suspended in the sky during this thrilling experience in Athens. From a bird's eye view at 165 feet (50 meters) in the air, get views of the city of Athens lit up at night, including the illuminated Acropolis, as the table slowly rotates. With 22 dining companions, feast on a 6-course meal of modern and traditional Greek dishes with unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks. Choose between Sunset Dinner or City Lights Dinner.

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.

Learn the secrets behind your favorite Greek dishes during this hands-on cooking class in Athens. Led by an expert instructor, step inside a traditional tavern, sip on a glass of raki and try your hand at four starters and one main course, using fresh, local ingredients. Then sit down to savor the fruits of your labor with your fellow chefs. Numbers are limited to 16 to keep the experience as intimate as possible.

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.

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.

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.

Sample Greece’s tastiest 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 14 people.

Taste Greek wine in a setting beneath the UNESCO-listed Acropolis of Athens. In a small group that’s limited to just ten people, get the lowdown on the Greek wine regions and grapes, and hear tales of Dionysus, the Greek god of wine and fertility. Listen to your wine expert guide to learn more as you sip each wine, and pair them with Greek cheese and cold cuts.

Immerse yourself in the culinary history and practices of Greece during this half-day traditional cooking class in Athens. Tour Athens' Central Food Market to purchase produce, then head back to the kitchen with your guide to prepare dishes using the local, fresh ingredients. Learn along with a small group of just 15 people, which ensures an intimate atmosphere and dedicated attention from your guide.

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.

Enjoy a nice American burger while you take in a view of the Acropolis at Hard Rock Cafe Athens.  No matter how long the line is for the restaurant, you’ll breeze past it to your table. Choose from a variety of two or three-course meals, including a vegetarian option, with included soft drinks.  Take in famous music memorabilia, including Gene Simmons’ guitar and Lady Gaga's boots, while you dine.

Sample the cuisine of Athens with this evening food tour. You'll meet your guide at Syntagma Square and head out to a local deli to sample cheeses, meats and other delicacies. You'll also get to sample raki, a traditional Greek spirit, along with all sorts of local wine.

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.

Discover three beautiful Greek islands on this full-day cruise from Athens. Sail to Poros, Hydra, and Egina in the Saronic Gulf and enjoy free time at each island to stroll, sightsee, and shop as you wish. A delicious lunch and Greek folklore show aboard your ship are included, and a guided excursion to Egina's ancient Temple of Aphaia is also available at your own expense. Upgrade to the VIP experience for access to an exclusive lounge with a welcome drink, as well as transfer from your hotel to port and private check-in.

Dance and dine the evening away in irrepressible Greek style on this 4hour dance class and dining experience in Athens. Learn to dance like a local at a fun-filled 1.5-hour lesson, with an expert instructor showing you the steps to popular Greek folk dances, including the ‘syrtaki.’ Discover each dance’s history as you learn, and then visit a traditional downtown taverna for a delicious 3-course Greek dinner. Feast on classic local dishes, enjoy the convivial atmosphere, and then take to the floor to show off your nifty, newly learned footwork.

Immerse yourself in the flavors of traditional Greek cuisine with a 3-hour dining experience at a classic Athens restaurant. Enjoy the convenience of hotel and port transfer, so you can focus on the food, from familiar dishes like souvlaki or kebab to traditional sauces and sides. Learn to eat like a local as you relax over three generous courses of Greek and Arabic cuisine at a fun venue that feels like stepping back in time.

Experience the diverse flavors of Greece during this food and wine tasting experience in Athens. Head to a wine bar located in the center of the city and enjoy several tastings of local products from all over the country such as cheese, cured meats, produce, olives, jams, ice cream, and, of course, wine. This is a great introductory course to Greek cuisine, perfect for first-time visitors.

Drink in the beautiful sights and seas of the Athens Riviera from a catamaran on this half-day, small-group cruise. While an experienced skipper and crew do the work, relax and revel in the sunshine and scenery. Step aboard your luxurious craft, sip a welcome drink, and enjoy the warm breezes as you sail along the picturesque coastline. Enjoy stops to swim or snorkel, stay refreshed with unlimited complimentary drinks, and savor a delicious Greek meal, including barbecue dishes, served by the crew. Choose a morning or sunset cruise when you book.

The Greek islands are made for hopping, but visiting multiple islands in one day by ferry can be stressful. With this boat tour, set off from Piraeus on board an elegant wooden boat to explore the coastlines of Aegina and Agistri in one day. Land on both islands for free time to sightsee, dive into the crystalline waters of Aponisos and other pristine beaches, and enjoy a traditional Greek lunch at sea.

Get under the surface of Athens' vibrant food scene on this private tour. With an in-the-know guide leading the way, visit local foodie spots and explore some of the city's most vibrant neighborhoods. Learn about Greek culinary culture as you sample Athenian treats such as loukoumades (donuts), Greek coffee, and browse the stalls and stores of the bustling central market.

Treat your senses to a memorable night out in Athens on a private food and wine walking tour that will teach you how to eat like a real Athenian. Set off to discover the city’s most delectable cuisine and nocturnal energy. Steer clear of tourist traps as a guide takes you to wine bars, taverns, and quirky cafes for tastings of authentic Greek specialties and drinks.

Experience the flavorful cuisine of Greece on a half-day tasting tour through Athens. Walk through the heart of the city and stop at eateries to sample a variety of dishes such as spanokopita, koulouri, moussakka and stop at the central market to discover local ingredients like olives, cheese, and cured meats. Tantalize your tastebuds and see a few major landmarks during this small-group tour.

Discover Athens' food without having to guess your way around its markets and menus on this half-day walking tour. Find and taste treasures such as organic olive oils and pastries easy to pass over if alone, and discover artisanal stores and eateries mostly only known to locals. Plus, as you talk and taste, hear background and snippets you could only get from a guide. A choice of departures provides flexibility.

Discover the many flavors of Greece in an authentic atmosphere on a 3-hour food tour. The well-rounded gastronomic experience is perfect for first time visitors or travelers who don’t want to waste their time at tourist restaurants. Taste your way through Omonia Square and the Central Market, while your guide explains the history and traditions behind the various dishes. Culinary highlights include loukoumade (Greek donut), Kretian cheeses, and gemista (stuffed peppers).