Athens Evening Food & Wine Walking Tour

Walking Tour

3 hrs

Athens

Did you know that archaeologists have found the very first known historical taverna—what the ancients called a canteen or guesthouse with a bar—right in Athens' Ancient Agora, just a few steps from Plaka?

Experience firsthand the spirit of the Greek “Taverna” and roam around the picturesque streets of Plaka, one of the city's oldest neighborhoods.

Through the picturesque streets of Plaka, beneath the illuminated Parthenon and Acropolis, you will discover the cultural and historical importance of food in Greek civilization. Guided by an experienced food expert, this 3-hour tour will take you on a journey through Greek wine and culinary history and traditions while discovering hidden gems like local tavernas and cafés.

Starting at Syntagma Square, the heart of Athens' historic center, you'll be transported through Plaka's labyrinth of ancient ruins and neoclassical buildings, unraveling its rich tapestry of history. While savoring Greek wines paired with the finest local cheeses, you'll get fully immersed in this lively neighborhood's cultural significance.

Choose this tour if...

You are interested in an introduction to the city while taking a relaxing evening walk through Athens and learning more about Greek culinary traditions.
You're eager to indulge in the true flavors of Athens, tasting local specialties like Mezedes and Greek wines that can only be found in Plaka.
You want a private guide to take you where the locals go, and discover the hidden gems of Plaka's historic and vibrant streets.

Logistics

What You’ll Taste
- Ouzo, an anise-flavored aperitif, and Tsipouro, a strong after-meal liquor made from grape pomace: the national spirits of Greece.
- To accompany your drinks, you will sample some Greek cheese and local appetizers, or Mezedes. Not to be missed is a delicious sweet treat at the end.
- These tastings do replace a meal.
We are taking you to local establishments that are often family-run; hours and availability may vary.
Dietary restrictions should be shared in advance to possibly adapt the tour.

Additional Trip-Planning Resources

For more information on planning your travels to Athens, take a read through our Context Stories.
If you are looking to learn more about Greece prior to a visit, check out our online lectures at Context Learning.

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From iconic landmarks to tucked-away local favorites, these are the places you’ll explore and experience firsthand with your Expert.

Plaka Neighborhood
Historic streets, local shops, and everyday Athenian rhythm.
Local Wine bars and cafes
Taverna

Here’s a look at what your tour covers, plus anything you’ll want to consider arranging separately, so you can plan with confidence.

Included

English-speaking expert guide
Tours led in English, offering you unbroken understanding throughout.
Intentionally sized groups
A smaller group means more time for conversations and questions.
Tickets and entrance fees
All entry tickets included (unless clearly stated otherwise).
Headsets
Headsets are included on tours that need them, so every word can be heard.

Not Included

Gratuities

We encourage tipping as a way to thank your guide after your experience.
Food and drink

Refreshments are only included during a tour when clearly noted.
Transportation to and from the meeting point

Unless noted, pre- and post-tour transport isn’t included - this service can be added by request.
Hotel pickup or drop-off

Unless noted, travel to or from accommodation isn’t included - this service can be added by request.

Map of Athens Plaka Night Food Tour with Wine Tasting general meeting point area

Some helpful advice for getting the most from your experience, from practical prep to small on-the-day tips.

Dos:

Wear comfortable footwear
Check the weather and dress appropriately
Bring a bottle of water (no glass)
Feel free to ask your Expert anything

Don'ts:

Bring firearms or weapons
Bring sharp objects (e.g. knives, swiss army knives, switchblades, hiking sticks)
Dress inappropriately to enter religious sites or sacred monuments

Any questions? You can always contact us.

Yes, although this tour does not include access to any of the major monuments. Plaka is situated at the base of the Acropolis hill, and in the heart of the archaeological center of the city, so you will walk gazing up at the illuminated Acropolis and the Parthenon.

This food tour is designed to run in the evening and visit wine bars and restaurants that might not be open during the day. If you’d prefer a morning food tour, you can check out our other Athens food tour offering: Athens Food Tour with Varvakios Agora Market.

We will do our best to accommodate you if you are on a group tour by ordering appropriate items. Taking a private tour would allow us to tailor even more fully to your needs. Please note that if you have severe allergies, we cannot guarantee that the foods prepared in restaurant kitchens will not be subject to cross-contamination.

This tour does not include a sit-down dinner. However, a wide variety of tastings will be provided and will be plentiful enough to substitute for dinner.

No, the cost of this tour includes the tastings.

Book with confidence — see Context's flexible cancellation policy here.

We understand that some of our valued guests may have mobility concerns, and we want to ensure you have a comfortable and enjoyable experience throughout your tour. If there are any accessibility concerns that your tour guide will need to be aware of, please let our team know at the time of booking.

Is this tour wheelchair-friendly?

In general, yes, although there are some challenges. Athens, particularly the Plaka neighborhood, is not accessible to people with mobility issues. Wheelchair access is extremely difficult, and there are several steps along the way.

115 Reviews

Excellent tour around the Plaka and Monastiraki neighborhoods. Alexandros was so kind and patiently explained all the sites and provided historical context for everything we were seeing. The tasting stops were fabulous. Sophia explained the wine and provided an ample appetizer plate loaded with cheeses, meat, bread sticks and the freshest most flavorful tomatoes I’ve ever tasted. We walked off the appetizer with a stroll through the Plaka and had a wonderful dinner. Alexandros made some very tasy suggestions tailored to our tastes and everything was perfect. He also kindly helped us get an uber and made sure we got the pick up address correct which was very appreciated by two female travelers. Highly recommend this tour and Alexandros. He’s amazing!!

Eve May 13, 2026

Excellent night, we enjoyed the food and the company

Steve May 9, 2026

Melina was a fantastic tour guide. She was very educational about both the history of the city and also the wine/food pairings. Very easy to talk to. We had a wonderful evening and has been a highlight of our trip thus far.

Connor Apr 28, 2026

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