Street Art & Food Walk, Athens

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Discover Greece's "street art capital" on this guided stroll through the bohemian Psyri neighborhood.

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Maggie T.

Jul 31, 2023
The Street Art was amazing! The street food tour was repetitive. I am sorry this wasn't caught before the trip. We weren't able to change it... Read more

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Overview

Get a taste of contemporary Athenian culture with this small-group experience that combines street art with street food. Stroll through the vibrant neighborhood of Psyri to seek out powerful murals and playful graffiti, and listen as your guide explains the deeper sociopolitical themes expressed through masterpieces by renowned artists like INO, WD, and Taxis. In between admiring the city's best street art, you'll stop at favorite neighborhood food vendors to refuel with authentic Greek classics like souvlaki and loukoumades washed down with a popular freddo espresso.

Highlights

Explore the vibrant street art of Athens' Psyri neighborhood with a knowledgeable local guide
Gain insights into Greece's recent sociopolitical and financial reality through engaging art pieces
Savor delicious Greek street food and iced coffee from renowned local vendors

Know before you go

Duration
3 hours

Recommended for
All ages

Group
Small group, 12 people or less

Food & Drink
Tastings of a traditional pastries, Greek coffee, souvlaki, and loukoumades

What you'll do

Your three-hour excursion begins when you meet your knowledgeable local guide and the rest of your small group at Monastiraki Square, then set off into the lively streets of Psyri. Considered one of Athens' oldest neighborhoods, this bohemian area is filled with trendy bars, independent boutiques, and some of the city's best gastronomy. It's also a hub for street art, drawing artists from throughout Greece and abroad, and your guide will lead you to a series of colorful works that boldly reflect the city's contemporary social and political landscape.

In between delving into the stories of each piece and hearing about how each artwork offers commentary on the issues that resonate with Athenians today, you'll stop periodically to refuel with some of the neighborhood's best street food. Learn about the distinction between graffiti and street art as you sip a freddo espresso, Greece's favorite iced coffee, and discuss the hidden meanings of the towering "Superman" mural while snacking on a bugatsa, a popular sweet pastry made with custard and phyllo. Your walk wraps up with a classic souvlaki sandwich and a final sweet treat of loukoumades (honey doughnuts).

Start times

Daily

10:00 am, 5:00 pm

What's included

Local guide
Tasting stops for Greek pastries, iced coffee, souvlaki, and loukoumades

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Traveler reviews

Maggie T.

South Salt Lake, UT | Reviewed on Jul 31, 2023

The Street Art was amazing! The street food tour was repetitive. I am sorry this wasn't caught before the trip. We weren't able to change it without losing our money. Read more

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Street Art & Food Walk, Athens

Discover Greece's "street art capital" on this guided stroll through the bohemian Psyri neighborhood.

Overview

Highlights

Know before you go

What you'll do

Start times

What's included

Like what you see?

See alternatives

Gourmet Food Walk

Private Food Walk in Athens

Vegetarian Food Walk in Athens

Vegan Food Walk in Athens

Authentic Food Walk

Private Acropolis & Highlights Walk with Food Tastings

Self-Guided Food Walk

Private Evening Neighborhood Walk with Wine Tasting

Self-Guided Neighborhoods Walk

Private Stargazing in the Heart of Athens

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