The 15 Best Athens Drinks Tours

1.Street Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,343 reviews · 3 hours · from $69Our pick

Meet at Syntagma Square for three hours of Greek street food, drinks, sweets, and city walking. Guides such as Fotis, Giota, Jenny, and Emi explain the food, language, and Athens along the way. Expect generous portions, several savory and sweet stops, and a hearty introduction to local eating, with vegetarian choices available.

“Fotis was amazing! Could not recommend this tour more! There was so much food and so much knowledge imparted from this tour. Very inclusive of any dietary restrictions with different backgrounds.”

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2.Eating Athens: Our Big, Fat, Greek Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 570 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $101Top rated

Spend about three and a half hours eating through central Athens with an English-speaking guide such as Sophia, Christina, Zoi, or Blossom. You will learn Greek coffee fortune-telling, sample handmade pies, assemble a gyro, taste cheese and cured meats, and finish with honey-soaked loukoumades. The small group is capped at 12 people.

“What a fun evening! Christina took us to places the locals frequent, including the market and a small shop. The food was fantastic and she was a delight!”

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3.Best rated Acropolis Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 568 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $59

At Tournavitou 9, near the Acropolis, a sommelier guides you through five Greek wines, native grapes, regional traditions, and simple tasting skills. Pair the wines with Greek cheeses, Kalamata olives, and Cretan rusks in a small, air-conditioned atelier. Hosts may include Tonia, Evelyna, or Giannis.

“Great wines and lots of new knowledge! Really enjoyed! We tasted red and white Greek wines. Learnt how to analyse and describe them. Wines were paired up with food samples that emphesized the taste. One of the best moments and tours that I had in Athens❤️”

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4.Best Food Tasting Tour of Athens, taste 18+ iconic Greek foods!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 448 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $94

Walk central Athens with a local guide and taste 18 or more Greek specialties, from koulouri and bougatsa to olives, cheeses, mezze, Greek coffee, and loukoumades. The four-hour tour visits the Central Market when open, uses small groups of up to 12, and may be led by guides such as Lefteris, Kate, Maria, Elias, or Filippos.

“A great tour and so much good food! We sampled a wide variety of food all over the city and then sat down to even more delicious food. Our guide, Elilase, was fun and knowledgeable.”

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5.The Classic Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 374 reviews · 3 - 3.5 hours · from $80

Walk central Athens with a small group of up to 10, sampling more than 18 Greek foods in 3 to 3.5 hours. You will visit Omonia, Varvakios Market, traditional delis, and old food shops for bougatsa, Greek coffee, yogurt, Cretan products, koulouri, and mezze with tsipouro. English and German guides lead the route.

“We throughly enjoyed this tour. It took us into the more local part of Athens where the locals food shop & eat. Our guide Elias was fantastic and shared a lot not only about the foods & their origins but about local life. The food samples were generous and flavoursome and the included lunch was delicious. I would highly recommend this tour and suggest doing it at the beginning of your Athens stay.”

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6.PREMIUM Semi-Private Athens Afternoon Food Tour & Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 363 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $211

Meet your guide near Syntagma Square for a four-hour food walk through Monastiraki, Plaka, and central Athens. Expect souvlaki, Greek wines, cheese, charcuterie, olive oil, mastiha liqueur, a full taverna dinner, and gelato. Groups are capped at eight, and guides such as Eugenia, Constantina, Niki, and Maria bring local food and history to life.

“Eugenia was spectacular. This was our last day in Athens and what a fabulous way to end our trip. She shared her knowledge of Greece, mythology, and wine! We ate a lot and tried a variety of wines, oils, and liqueurs. The walking was easy. Communication was clear and the company was easy to work with. I would definitely use the company again on any return trips to Athens.”

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7.Acropolis Wine Tasting with Cheese and Olives

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 337 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $44Best value

Join a small tasting near the Acropolis for five Greek wines, five regional cheeses, olives, and rusks. An English or Greek wine expert explains Greek grapes, regions, ancient wine customs, and simple tasting skills through a virtual tour of Attica vineyards. Hosts may include Tonia, Theo, Anastasia, or Evalina.

“This was phenomenal. We initially booked just the white wine and upgraded to include red wine. It was so educational and Yammas was amazing. It was different from any wine tasting I've ever done and by far, one of the best.”

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8.Wine Tasting with a Sommelier under the Acropolis

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 311 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $68

Meet sommelier George Spirou at Hill Athens Rooftop Restaurant for a 90-minute tasting of Greek wines from small regional wineries. You will learn Greece’s wine map, sample grapes such as Roditis, Limnio, Kidonitsa, Muscat, Augoustiatis, and Mandilaras, and pair the pours with Greek tapas beneath the Acropolis.

“Loved this experience! The venue is beautiful, with a gorgeous view of the Acropolis. The Somm/manager was AMAZING, so knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. The wines were also fantastic, and we’ve both developed a new appreciation for Greek wine. Highly recommend!”

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9.Premium Food and Wine Tasting Tour in the evening

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 212 reviews · 4 hours · from $170

Spend four evening hours tasting Athens with a local English-speaking guide. You’ll try souvlaki, four Greek wines, cheeses, charcuterie, olive oils, liqueur, a full dinner, and gelato while walking through Syntagma, Plaka, and Agia Irini Square. Groups are limited to eight, with private options available.

“Our guide, Euginia, was so informative about the sites & areas we were in, as well as, the food & drinks. The small group made it so easy to meet & talk with the other participants. We had 3 sit down tastings & 2 additional tastings. Started out with pita bread wraps with a meat of our choice. We moved on to a tasting of Greek wines. 2 whites , 2 reds, & 1 dessert. Next was a tasting of olive oils, spreads, & a liqueur. Who knew there was a certain way olive oil should be tasted. Not me! As if we weren't full enough, next was a complete…”

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10.Mercedes Private Tour Nafplio, Corinth Canal, Nemea Wine Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $232

Travel from Athens in a private Mercedes with guides such as Eirini, Manos, or Giorgos. Stop at the Corinth Canal, visit a Nemea winery for a tutored tasting, then explore Nafplio and Palamidi Castle at your own pace. The flexible schedule suits couples, families, and small groups, though four adults may find the back seat tight.

“This was one of our favorite tours during our trip to Greece this September. Nafplio is about two hours away from Athens. As such, we weren't crushed by tourists as we were at the Acropolis, or in Santorini or Mykonos. We explored the beautiful old Greek capital at our own leisure and enjoyed a delicious authentic Greek lunch (that's not included in the price so you can choose what dishes you want). Afterwards, we explored the ruins of an old Venetian fortress that overlooks the city (entrance fee was 8 euros). Be warned, like most attractions in Greece, you'll need the sure-footedness of a mountain goat. But the climb was…”

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11.The Classic Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 106 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $81

Spend about three hours tasting Greek food around central Athens with a guide such as Anna, Ioanna, Christos, or Costas. Start near Monastiraki, visit Varvakios Market, and sample koulouri, spanakopita, loukoumades, cheeses, Greek coffee, raki, honey, nuts, olive oil, and a generous mezze lunch in a group of up to 12.

“Anna gave us a very memorable experience that was surprisingly more than just a food tour! Her familiarity with Athens, traditional foods and the people who make them was impressive. She introduced us to many parts of the City as well as the food, and we were able to return on our own. The very last thing we did before leaving for the airport was walk to the place where she introduced us to yogurt with honey & nuts, and we made it our last taste of Athens before we left! Highly recommend this wonderful experience with Anna!”

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12.Athens Morning Food & Drinks Tour: A Bite from the Acropolis

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 104 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend three hours walking through Plaka, Koukaki, and the Acropolis area with an English-speaking guide such as Christina or Maria. Visit six family-run food and drink spots for phyllo pies, pastries, charcuterie, gyros, loukoumades, wine, tsipouro, beer, and Mastiha. Groups are capped at 12, with a private option available.

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13.Private Athens By Night Food Tour & Wine Tasting of 5 Varieties

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 90 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $290

Spend about four hours eating your way through central Athens with a private English-speaking guide. You’ll taste souvlaki, Greek wines, cheeses, olive oil, mastiha, a full dinner, local spirits, and gelato while walking between Syntagma, Monastiraki, and Plaka. Guides such as Eugenia, Maria, Constantine, and Maritta are praised for local food and city tips.

“Marina, our tour guide, was excellent and made us feel like we have an old friend taking us out. Excellent way to try local cuisine and drinks. Plenty of food and great variety, lots of local alcoholic drinks as well. Highly recommended.”

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14.Athens evening food tasting tour-small group

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 74 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Meet near Acropoli for a 3.5-hour evening food walk with an English-speaking local guide. Expect Greek yogurt with honey, pies, koulouri, cheeses, cold cuts, meze, ouzo, a sit-down meal with wine, and dessert. Guides such as Katerina, Kostas, Kate, and Anna have led the tour, though the assigned guide can vary.

“We had a great time with Kostas. He is very knowledgeable and made us feel like family. We highly recommend the tour.”

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15.Athens Kids and Families Food Tasting Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $86

Start near the Acropolis with Greek yogurt, honey, and nuts, then walk through Athens’ Central Market, Plaka, and Anafiotika. Guides such as Elias, Joana, Maria, and Evangelia make the 3.5-hour food walk engaging for children, with enough tastings to replace lunch and perhaps dinner.

“It was really informative and fun. Morning tour was great to avoid the heat. Make sure you come hungry, there are so much food you won't be able to finish. My suggestion is that you save the koulouri (sesame bread ring) for later, as the big meal at the tavern is very close. Our guide Maria was fantastic, very knowledgeable and great with kids. Gave us many trousers hints and tricks. Also the walk around the "island" neighborhood was fantastic, just beware that there are many steps involved.”

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