Getting To Know Athens With Friends

If you want to see what living in Athens like a local is like, then definitely meet up with Rachel and Michalis! Our group was a good size -- small enough to not be blatantly "bus people", and the tour... read moreIf you want to see what living in Athens like a local is like, then definitely meet up with Rachel and Michalis! Our group was a good size -- small enough to not be blatantly "bus people", and the tour was like meeting up with buddies who are from Athens and want to show you around the neighborhood. Michalis is a life-long native and was able to lead us to markets for authentic Greek cuisine -- nothing fancy and no tourist traps -- just real good food and lovely people!

You're guaranteed to leave full of some of the best souvlaki, the most flavorful spiced meats and cheeses, the freshest village salad and white wine grapes and vanilla plums that will blow your mind! It's some of the best food that you'll ever find anywhere in the world -- all from local Greek farmers, butchers, bakers, and fishmongers coming directly from the point of production!

Important tips: Bring an extra stomach because you're going to want to try everything! Also, make sure to take a trip to visit the cats! read less

Great value and wonderful tasting experience!

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

The food tour is amazing and tasty, and Rachel is a wonderful host and guide. She told us stories and explained history and culture, and really was a fantastic person to meet and spend time with. We had an amazing... read moreThe food tour is amazing and tasty, and Rachel is a wonderful host and guide. She told us stories and explained history and culture, and really was a fantastic person to meet and spend time with. We had an amazing time. Look no further for the best food tour in Athens! read less

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

You can just quit reading reviews now and book this tour. We loved our time with Rachel and also had a chance to chat with Michalis. They have a wonderful tour planned for you and as all others... read moreYou can just quit reading reviews now and book this tour. We loved our time with Rachel and also had a chance to chat with Michalis. They have a wonderful tour planned for you and as all others mentioned, come hungry! We had two nice meals along with traditional and different snacks then we have encountered in our own exploration of Greek food elsewhere. One of the fascinating stops was a 100 year old coffee shop, the meat market, and some of the hidden Greek restaurants without even signs on their doors identifying them. Olives, desserts, and even a special sausage loaf of a surprising delicacy await you as well as great stories about traditions, interesting locations to go, and two new friends. 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

This experience is really nice and worthy. Rachel is considerate, knowledgeable, kind etc. I have experienced local Greek life including fish/meat market, spice shop, sand made coffee. I have tasted many wonderful and interesting food which I won’t have... read moreThis experience is really nice and worthy. Rachel is considerate, knowledgeable, kind etc. I have experienced local Greek life including fish/meat market, spice shop, sand made coffee. I have tasted many wonderful and interesting food which I won’t have found it by myself at all. Recommend strongly read less

Absolutely fantastic. You’ll eat a LOT of food, meet some really friendly people who are part of the local food scene and get a behind the scenes look into Athens. Highly recommend this - it was deeply personal and delicious!

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

Wow!! This experience was awesome! This was the very first thing we did in Athens and it was a great way to get to know the city and start our trip! Michalis and Rachel were so kind and made this... read moreWow!! This experience was awesome! This was the very first thing we did in Athens and it was a great way to get to know the city and start our trip! Michalis and Rachel were so kind and made this tour great! All of the food was so good and we even had some leftovers to bring back to the apartment with us. I would absolutely recommend this experience to anyone who visit Athens!! 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.

My wife, daughter and I had a wonderful afternoon walking and eating our way through several neighborhoods in Athens with Rachel And Michalis. It was without a doubt the highlight of our visit to the city -- an experience we... read moreMy wife, daughter and I had a wonderful afternoon walking and eating our way through several neighborhoods in Athens with Rachel And Michalis. It was without a doubt the highlight of our visit to the city -- an experience we couldn't have had without them. They gave us an accessible understanding of Athenian culture through food and friendship. Thank you, Rachel and Michalis! read less

Great tour, we were able to see alot of the local spots in a few hours and we had the best lamb dish of our trip!

What a great way to see and learn about the city! Michalis was an excellent guide, taking us to places we would never have found on our own, ordering food we wouldn’t have tried on our own, and showing us... read moreWhat a great way to see and learn about the city! Michalis was an excellent guide, taking us to places we would never have found on our own, ordering food we wouldn’t have tried on our own, and showing us just how friendly the people are. I highly recommend this experience. read less

Michaelis was an amazing host. Very engaging and really wants you to have a good time. He provides a ton of foods and drinks. Fairly easy walking.

Amazing!! Loved our tour with Michalis! This was so much more than a food tour. He has such a great understanding of Athens and it’s food. My favorite part was the produce markets where Michalis talked with the vendors and... read moreAmazing!! Loved our tour with Michalis! This was so much more than a food tour. He has such a great understanding of Athens and it’s food. My favorite part was the produce markets where Michalis talked with the vendors and we got to try many things. 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

Michaelis did a wonderful job giving us the background and the food to sample. I enjoyed the tour, definitely couldn't have found the food on my own.

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

Amazing value! Michalis was very generous with his time. Food was all delicious and we tried a large variety of items. Would definitely recommend as an intro to Greek food.

Thank you Rachel for our tour of Ancient Athens. We had a wonderful time learning all about Ancient Athens architecture, history and customs and of course the foods were amazing ...we were so fantastically full of authentic Greek food... read moreThank you Rachel for our tour of Ancient Athens. We had a wonderful time learning all about Ancient Athens architecture, history and customs and of course the foods were amazing ...we were so fantastically full of authentic Greek food at the end of the tour ...we could eat no more. Rachel was very personable and knowledgeable of the history and customs of Athens. We also had another couple in our group which made it more personable and intimate. We would recommend their tour to anyone that is looking for a walking tour of the Agora, Plaka and learned about some interesting info on the Cathedral, and some secret spots off of the beaten path to sit and have a glass or two of Ouzo. She also gave us some recommendations of places to visit which we will search for on the way back into Athens after our Greek Isle adventure
Thank you Rachel and congratulations to you and your fiancé on your upcoming marriage
Best Always
Rosalie & Kirk 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

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

Wonderful, fully recommend!

I absolutely fell in love with Athens during this tour. After a very busy week it was wonderful to leisurely stroll through the streets of Athens. Rachel’s energy about what she was showing us was simply endearing and contagious. She... read moreI absolutely fell in love with Athens during this tour. After a very busy week it was wonderful to leisurely stroll through the streets of Athens. Rachel’s energy about what she was showing us was simply endearing and contagious. She was very thoughtful while asking the guests about their lives and reasons for being in Athens. She also tailored the tour to support the things that our group was asking to see. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Athens. My advice is to take this tour early in your stay as Rachel had many wonderful recommendations for tavernas and other places to visit while you are in Athens. 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

Wow.

First of all, if you’re looking for a food tour of Athens, look no further. Seriously, I mean it.

This was 3.5 hours of pure enjoyment. From the delicious food to the streets, alleys, restaurants, and genuinely kind people we... read moreWow.

First of all, if you’re looking for a food tour of Athens, look no further. Seriously, I mean it.

This was 3.5 hours of pure enjoyment. From the delicious food to the streets, alleys, restaurants, and genuinely kind people we visited it was nonstop entertainment, happiness and culture immersion.

When looking for something unique to do while traveling, I always look for food. This is perfect and will make you want to come back for more! We visited places we wouldn’t have on our own, learned about the culture, and left feeling appreciated...

AND, Maik remembers and knows everyone. What more could you ask for? 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

Wonderful experience! Rachel was a delight. We got to try so many foods we never would have discovered on our own. We are so glad we did this our first day in Athens and felt well equiped for the rest... read moreWonderful experience! Rachel was a delight. We got to try so many foods we never would have discovered on our own. We are so glad we did this our first day in Athens and felt well equiped for the rest of our stay. read less

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

I loved the tour. I recommend to do this tour immediately upon arriving in Athens so you get the lay of the land, and where to go to eat authentic Greek food.
Michalis was amazing, he’s... read moreI loved the tour. I recommend to do this tour immediately upon arriving in Athens so you get the lay of the land, and where to go to eat authentic Greek food.
Michalis was amazing, he’s a wealth of knowledge. He took us through a bunch of different markets, cafes, tavernas, narrow streets, and alley ways. The pace of the tour was perfect, all in terms of walking, stopping, and food intake. There is a mix of tastings and actual meals. On our tour, there was some leftover to bring back to our room, most excellent!
My favorite was the taverna in the meat market (although it’s hard to pick a favorite)
Not only do I highly recommend this tour, I’ll do it again next time I come to Athens, OPA! read less

Would do this again! Thank you!

This food tour was awesome! Michalis was very knowledgeable and got us to try some really great food.

Rachel was a truly wonderful host and our tour felt like hanging out with a family friend! The food was awesome, the conversation was even better, and the guidance on local activities and things to do was great and tailored... read moreRachel was a truly wonderful host and our tour felt like hanging out with a family friend! The food was awesome, the conversation was even better, and the guidance on local activities and things to do was great and tailored to our travel tastes. Rachel customized the tour based on our interests and food preferences and was such a pleasure to be around! read less

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

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 morning tour with Michalis was wonderful. He spend much time with us moving at a nice pace. He showed us many local places where to purchase traditional fresh food. We tasted many delicacies and also were given recommendations of... read moreThe morning tour with Michalis was wonderful. He spend much time with us moving at a nice pace. He showed us many local places where to purchase traditional fresh food. We tasted many delicacies and also were given recommendations of other places to dine while in Athens. He answered all our questions, and authentically seemed to enjoy the time he spent with us. You will be glad if you book the tour with Rachel and Michalis at the beginning of your stay in Athens. read less

My husband and I were very excited about Greek food much before we boarded our flight to Greece. We both love food and Rachel did a wonderful job introducing us to the cuisine. We thought it was especially helpful because... read moreMy husband and I were very excited about Greek food much before we boarded our flight to Greece. We both love food and Rachel did a wonderful job introducing us to the cuisine. We thought it was especially helpful because we did the food tour on our first day in Athens and we’d already learned enough to enjoy the food during the rest of our trip.

I let Rachel know that I’m vegetarian several days before the tour and she made sure I was comfortable and that we went to places that had vegetarian options. During the food tour, Rachel also took us around the the nice streets and other historic sites of Athens which was a great experience as well. We also made good friends with our fellow- tourists. Overall, it was a great experience and I highly recommend this tour to anyone traveling to Greece for the first time and is interested in eating authentic Greek food. read less

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