Getting To Know Athens With Friends

Rachel and Mike had a really unique background and a true love for the city that made our tour a lot of fun. We learned a lot of history of Athens as well as Greek culture that would have been... read moreRachel and Mike had a really unique background and a true love for the city that made our tour a lot of fun. We learned a lot of history of Athens as well as Greek culture that would have been hard to get from reading plaques or going on larger tours. Thank you Rachel and Mike for such a fun experience on our first trip to Greece! We’ll definitely be back! read less

Rachel and Maik were absolutely wonderful guides! They are so welcoming and eager to share their passion for and knowledge of Athens. We ate delicious food at carefully selected spots - we ended up going back to each of the... read moreRachel and Maik were absolutely wonderful guides! They are so welcoming and eager to share their passion for and knowledge of Athens. We ate delicious food at carefully selected spots - we ended up going back to each of the places on our own! Rachel and Maik were also full of recommendations that were super helpful to our trip. Our only regret is not doing their tour sooner during our time in Athens! read less

Rachel (and her sun Sam, who was subbing in for Michalis) were just great. They clearly knew not only the areas and the places we went, but a number of the local purveyors whom we visited. They were friendly and... read moreRachel (and her sun Sam, who was subbing in for Michalis) were just great. They clearly knew not only the areas and the places we went, but a number of the local purveyors whom we visited. They were friendly and knowledgeable, all the while making us feel as though we were a part of their family. We laughed and shared stories from our lives as we walked parts of the city that we never would have known about without them. Their insights on local and global culture were invaluable, and their sharing of the history and significance of the foods that we ate was very interesting. read less

What an amazing way to see the city!!! This is not just a good experience, this is a cultural experience. I think tourists always say they want to get off the beaten path away from fellow tourists and immerse themselves... read moreWhat an amazing way to see the city!!! This is not just a good experience, this is a cultural experience. I think tourists always say they want to get off the beaten path away from fellow tourists and immerse themselves in the culture. This is the best way to do it. If you truly want the best experience of Greek and Athenian culture select this experience! read less

Michalis and I met as soon as I got to the city and I am glad we did. Amazing time. I was lucky to have a solo experience and it was personal and I got to experience a really close... read moreMichalis and I met as soon as I got to the city and I am glad we did. Amazing time. I was lucky to have a solo experience and it was personal and I got to experience a really close look into the life here. Keep in mind this is not just a food tour but a tour of the culture of this city with the emphasis on food. There is so much to see and Michal did amazing giving me an idea of everything going on, and there is a lot. I felt thoroughly involved and learned a lot about this side of the world and had a great time. I truly felt like I have a friend here and welcome Michal anytime to my city. He even came and helped me get to my bags nearby. We had an awesome time and I would recommend anyone to join in on this if you’re visiting. Thanks Michal you are the man! read less

If you do a walking food tour in Athens, do THIS one!! The meeting spot was very easy to find, and we felt comfortable right away with both our hosts and our tour group. We walked through some beautiful and... read moreIf you do a walking food tour in Athens, do THIS one!! The meeting spot was very easy to find, and we felt comfortable right away with both our hosts and our tour group. We walked through some beautiful and vibrant sections of Athens, all the while learning the history and importance of the different areas. Rachel and Michalis know so much about their city and are very eager to share their knowledge. We felt as though we were friends by the time we sat down for our first meal! Both Rachel and Michalis are so personable and such warm, friendly people that it made the tour that much better. The food was incredible - be sure to start the tour hungry as I didn’t think I could possibly fit anything else by the end. Not only do you get to savor the food but you learn so much about the importance of the ingredients in Greek history and how foods are grown and enjoyed today. Rachel even went out of her way to help us with transportation issues after the tour, and we are so grateful to her and Michalis for all they did to present us with how beautiful Athens and Athenians are. We will highly recommend this tour to anyone traveling to Athens!! read less

Amazing tour! Get ready to experience many different markets and a lot of food! This tour was fun and engaging for my four children as well. Lots of interesting stops, more than just the regular restaurant experiences.... read moreAmazing tour! Get ready to experience many different markets and a lot of food! This tour was fun and engaging for my four children as well. Lots of interesting stops, more than just the regular restaurant experiences. There were stops at fruit markets, nut and candy markets, fish and meat markets and of course cheese!
We got to sample from most places we stopped with lots of local knowledge and history. Included in the tour is what I would consider two sit down meals with ouzo or wine ( or soda if you prefer). We waddled home. Thanks for an awesome day:) read less

If this is your first trip to Athens and you’re looking for a food/walking tour adventure, this is definitely a fun experience! We did the tour on a Sunday so markets were closed but we sampled lots of local eats... read moreIf this is your first trip to Athens and you’re looking for a food/walking tour adventure, this is definitely a fun experience! We did the tour on a Sunday so markets were closed but we sampled lots of local eats at a wide variety of (non-touristy) stops throughout the evening.

Great evening exploring and enjoying lots of traditional Greek eats! read less

Great food tour in Athens. Really loved getting to know a local Athenian who showed us how Greeks shop and dine. Would never have experienced some of the unique foods and local customs without the tour. To top it off,... read moreGreat food tour in Athens. Really loved getting to know a local Athenian who showed us how Greeks shop and dine. Would never have experienced some of the unique foods and local customs without the tour. To top it off, Michalis was extremely friendly, respectful and an overall great tour guide. Highly recommended read less

Had a great experience on this tour and highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about the culinary scene in Athens and eating delicious food! Rachel was knowledgeable, considerate, passionate and had some great recommendations in addition... read moreHad a great experience on this tour and highly recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about the culinary scene in Athens and eating delicious food! Rachel was knowledgeable, considerate, passionate and had some great recommendations in addition to the places we went! It was truly a pleasure! read less

Our food tour around Athens with Maik was fantastic! He was very personable, knowledgeable, and easy to understand. His ability to describe the food, culture, and history of both made the experience very enjoyable. I would recommend this tour to... read moreOur food tour around Athens with Maik was fantastic! He was very personable, knowledgeable, and easy to understand. His ability to describe the food, culture, and history of both made the experience very enjoyable. I would recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens for their first time and to do it early in your trip. read less

Highly recommend. Be sure to skip breakfast prior to attending.

The food was delicious even if you’re a picky eater like myself. I’d definitely recommend this tour to my friends and family.

A must do in Athens! We loved our time with Rachel and Maik. They are so passionate about the culture, food, and country and so eager to share with everyone. It was really clear they took time to pick out... read moreA must do in Athens! We loved our time with Rachel and Maik. They are so passionate about the culture, food, and country and so eager to share with everyone. It was really clear they took time to pick out special places and we ended up going back to each one for seconds after the tour! Book this in the beginning of your trip so you know where and what to eat for the rest of it. read less

One of the best things I did in Athens! I learned so much about the culture and history of Greece and ate amazing food the entire way - great local spots, away from tourists! Rachel was very kind and friendly... read moreOne of the best things I did in Athens! I learned so much about the culture and history of Greece and ate amazing food the entire way - great local spots, away from tourists! Rachel was very kind and friendly and I felt very comfortable around her. She was thoughtful and considerate to everyone in our group and made sure everyone was having a great time. I would love to do this again the next time I come back to Greece! Thank you Rachel!! read less

I signed up for this tour on a Thursday night - the same day I arrived in Athens. I wanted to have some sort of immersive experience in the city rather than sitting in my hotel. I was... read moreI signed up for this tour on a Thursday night - the same day I arrived in Athens. I wanted to have some sort of immersive experience in the city rather than sitting in my hotel. I was not disappointed at all. I met up with Michalis in Monastiraki and was easy to find him. What was really unique was since this was on a weekday night, it was just myself and Michalis. We had plenty of time to learn from each other and experience some incredible Greek food. I think in the 3.5 hours together, we went to 5 different cafes/tavernas and tried something different in each location. And, it was kind of designed to be like a multi-course meal, but in different locations. I had a great time walking around Athens in places I would have never found on my own or thought to access. Michalis opened my eyes to the great people and places of Athens and the food that comes with it all! I highly recommend this tour!!!! read less

Best experience in Athens!! This tour is exactly the kind of local experience we were looking for. Often, airbnb experiences are actually a company that has several tour guides and you never know which one you're going to get. Not... read moreBest experience in Athens!! This tour is exactly the kind of local experience we were looking for. Often, airbnb experiences are actually a company that has several tour guides and you never know which one you're going to get. Not this one! Rachel and Michalis are the ones who gave us the tour. They are both locals who love food, drinks, and people.

We started the day and they immediately handed us food! Then, they took us around Athens with a great mix of history, anecdotes, while making a few stops for delicious food and ouzo. They were also incredibly kind and happy to help us with anything we wanted.

We were a group of 3 and there were 2 others in our group. There was enough time in the experience for all of us to get to know each other a little bit and learn about Greek culture, past and present.

My wife is a vegetarian and they were very accommodating for that as well.

Highly recommend! Thank you, Rachel and Michalis! read less

Rachel and Michalis are extremely friendly and kind, This is a very good experience and we are very glad that we got to spend the time with them, eating delicious food and learning about Greece

If you are interested in eating a lot of delicious greek food while learning about the city, Greek culture, and sharing stories with others, book this tour now! We absolutely loved our time on this food tour. Rachel... read moreIf you are interested in eating a lot of delicious greek food while learning about the city, Greek culture, and sharing stories with others, book this tour now! We absolutely loved our time on this food tour. Rachel and Michalis gave us a very unique experience, as we learned the neighborhood, traditions, and history of Athens while making stops for delicious food, coffee, and wine. We felt like they were genuine friends as we swapped stories which really gave the tour a relaxed fun vibe. All of the stops we made were great, and they all were very authentic spots we would not have found otherwise. As we were leaving, they recommended some local places to hang out and one of which was a low key rooftop bar with the most magical view of the Acropolis. Thank you so much to Rachel and Michalis for making our first trip to Athens unforgettable and filled with knowledge! read less

Great tour. Was a solo traveler but was made to feel as part of the group. Learned new things and even had food to take home for dinner! Highly recommend.

We had a great experience and learnt the food and culture of Greece. It was a friendly flow of conversation giving insight of local foods. We could have never done this on our own. I highly recommend... read moreWe had a great experience and learnt the food and culture of Greece. It was a friendly flow of conversation giving insight of local foods. We could have never done this on our own. I highly recommend this tour! You will not regret the time and money spent on this experience. read less

This was a fantastic tour of a local neighborhood in Athens and really allowed my family and I the opportunity to see some of the fantastic food, markets, and culture that Athens has to offer. Michalis gave wonderful stories... read moreThis was a fantastic tour of a local neighborhood in Athens and really allowed my family and I the opportunity to see some of the fantastic food, markets, and culture that Athens has to offer. Michalis gave wonderful stories and explanations of the places we visited and connected well with us. We also, of course, had wonderful food to try. A wonderful experience and one that I would wholeheartedly recommend. read less

Rachel was so friendly and personable! She customized the tour to our group based on places we had already been and on food we had already eaten so that we could be sure to try new things. She also was... read moreRachel was so friendly and personable! She customized the tour to our group based on places we had already been and on food we had already eaten so that we could be sure to try new things. She also was full of excellent local recommendations — hole-in-the-wall type shops and restaurants to fill the rest of our trip to Athens. We will keep in touch! read less

Was a wonderful experience. Didn't feel rushed and Rachel was amazing. More than enough food and everything tasted amazing. I will definitely do this tour again. Best thing to book for your first thing to do in Athens

This was hands down the best tour we’ve done! If you want to see the real Athens and avoid expensive, touristy sites then this tour is for you. It’s so much more than a food tour. We got to know... read moreThis was hands down the best tour we’ve done! If you want to see the real Athens and avoid expensive, touristy sites then this tour is for you. It’s so much more than a food tour. We got to know locals who welcomed us back later in our trip! We learned about Greek history(ancient and modern). We feel like we made a life long friend and can’t wait until our next visit! read less

The Food around Athens experience was really awesome. Communication was very clear and prompt, and I was easily able to find the meeting spot.

We went with Michalis, and he made it very welcoming, giving background stories and personal anecdotes... read moreThe Food around Athens experience was really awesome. Communication was very clear and prompt, and I was easily able to find the meeting spot.

We went with Michalis, and he made it very welcoming, giving background stories and personal anecdotes about the different foods we were trying and the different neighborhoods we walked through.

The food was great and there was plenty of it. Overall, a great value for an incredible experience that I would definitely recommend to anyone visiting Athens and interested in a food tour. read less

A great tour with an enthusiastic guide to a never ending series of delicious meals.

This had everything you could want from a food tour. You felt that the hosts had picked the best places to go around the center of... read moreA great tour with an enthusiastic guide to a never ending series of delicious meals.

This had everything you could want from a food tour. You felt that the hosts had picked the best places to go around the center of Athens. Rachel was our host for this trip and she communicated constantly with us to make sure we were happy with each stop in the tour. We spent more time where we wanted to stay and left areas that were less appealing. She even gave us the true Greek experience of encouraging us to eat well after we had eaten at least twice as much as we expected!

Make sure you go hungry and bring a bag to carry the leftovers! If you don't want leftovers then the hosts have already thought ahead and donate the food to a series of great causes. (I mean they thought of everything) read less

This tour was great. I definitely left full of great food!

I had an amazing time on this tour, it was one of my favorite parts of my trip to Greece (my sister had recommended it to me). Rachel was my guide on a Sunday morning/afternoon tour. She is extremely... read moreI had an amazing time on this tour, it was one of my favorite parts of my trip to Greece (my sister had recommended it to me). Rachel was my guide on a Sunday morning/afternoon tour. She is extremely kind, personable, and knowledgable, and has a unique perspective on the city. She helped me understand Athens culturally in the short amount of time I had there. Do it first thing when you get there to get your bearings of the city! I was only in Athens for a day and Rachel helped me see, learn, and experience so much that I would have never been able to do on my own. She also helped me plan out the rest of my day that I had in Athens, giving me tips for the Acropolis, museums, shops, and bars. And of course the food on the tour!! It is amazing, I ate so much I was full for the entire day. My tour was on a Sunday, so unfortunately the food markets are closed, but there is still a ton to eat and experience on a Sunday so I did not feel like I was missing out (we went to about 4 places, and saw the changing on the guards at parliament). I am recommending this tour as a must to all family and friends visiting Athens! read less

Wonderful, fully recommend!

BEST Tour EVER!! This tour is a must if you come to Athens. Rachel and Sam are MARVELOUS! Felt like we were hanging out with dear friends. They were prompt and easy to meet up with. Excellent locations, great... read moreBEST Tour EVER!! This tour is a must if you come to Athens. Rachel and Sam are MARVELOUS! Felt like we were hanging out with dear friends. They were prompt and easy to meet up with. Excellent locations, great personalization and tons of fun. Tried more food than we could even handle.

Felt safe and comfortable with Sanm and Rachel and they know thier stuff. Everything was tasty and great variety. You will absolutely adore this tour. Such a great price. They are fun, funny, warm and welcoming and well know around the city. And they gave good personal tips for safety and great experience while in Greece and visiting other islands.

Definitely recommended! read less

We had a wonderful experience, guided by Michalis and his friend, Sam. We walked into interesting streets, saw unique shops, and ate fantastic food. We sampled many varieties of Greek food. Portions were huge and delicious. We highly recommend this tour.

Oh my goodness, what an amazing experience!
I was excited to book a food tour during our visit to Athens and am so glad we found Rachel and Michaelis' tour.
In total, we were a group of 7 and the... read moreOh my goodness, what an amazing experience!
I was excited to book a food tour during our visit to Athens and am so glad we found Rachel and Michaelis' tour.
In total, we were a group of 7 and the way they shared their love of this beautiful city and its amazing food it didn't take 5 minutes to feel like we were just out for the day with friends.
The food, OMG The Food! It was all fresh and delicious, shared with a passion that pulls you in and you are trying things you never thought you would. I won't spoil their surprise, but will tell you that I would try it all again. LOL!
The tour ended with hugs and offers of contacting them if you needed anything while here, we did and they were so quick to answer and send us exactly where we needed to go the next day.
Thank you so much for an amazing tour.
Terri & Andy read less

Not usual a tour type of guy because I lead tours myself, but has such a good time with Rachel and Michalis. You really can feel the love they have for their community and I can’t recommend it enough

Rachel was an amazing host. The tour was well planned and I learned so much. There was so much delicious food that I never would have discovered on my own. This is a not to be missed experience!

We had a really nice time getting introduced to Greek food and Athens with Rachel. It was a wonderful start to our vacation!

We loved the tour! Unlike some other AirBnB Experiences we have done in other cities, the hosts of this experience are the same people giving the tour. They don’t outsource guides, which means you are getting a really authentic and... read moreWe loved the tour! Unlike some other AirBnB Experiences we have done in other cities, the hosts of this experience are the same people giving the tour. They don’t outsource guides, which means you are getting a really authentic and high quality experience. Rachel’s son Sam also joined us and he gave a cool perspective on life in Athens for the younger generation.

The tour overall was really unique and worthwhile; we wouldn’t have been able to do it on our own, especially wandering through the bustling fish and meat markets.

We were glad we skipped breakfast, because there is a LOT of food to eat on this tour!

Highly recommended; it was a true highlight of our visit to Athens. read less

We loved our tour with Michalis! He was so knowledgeable and truly wanted to share his side of Athens with us. We got to try so many different things that we never would’ve known about otherwise. We did this on... read moreWe loved our tour with Michalis! He was so knowledgeable and truly wanted to share his side of Athens with us. We got to try so many different things that we never would’ve known about otherwise. We did this on our first full day in Athens and then got so many recommendations on where to go for the rest of our trip. We would 10/10 recommend this tour for anyone interested in eating delicious food! read less

My daughter and I went on the fabulous Food Around Athens tour with Rachel and Maik in September and I can't say enough about how awesome it was! They were tremendous hosts , very warm, welcoming and friendly and took... read moreMy daughter and I went on the fabulous Food Around Athens tour with Rachel and Maik in September and I can't say enough about how awesome it was! They were tremendous hosts , very warm, welcoming and friendly and took the time to speak with each of us individually. They were incredibly knowledgeable about Athens and Greece and the amazing history and explained everything that we were seeing and doing. And the food??? Wow!! I've never eaten so well in my life!! I would definitely recommend this tour to anyone going to Athens - in addition to tasting traditional Greek food, you will make wonderful new friends with Rachel and Maik. Thank you both for being so much fun!! read less

The food tour with Michalis was nothing short of amazing! It was extremely informative. There was no way I would have found all of these restaurants and ventured out to try most of the local foods. Explored the surrounding areas... read moreThe food tour with Michalis was nothing short of amazing! It was extremely informative. There was no way I would have found all of these restaurants and ventured out to try most of the local foods. Explored the surrounding areas of Psiri and Monastiraki. An amazing experience and very useful information for daily activities and restaurants in Athens. read less