Athens by Night Walking and Wine Tasting Experience
Overview
This experience uniquely combines flavor, culture, and relaxation at a gentle pace. You'll explore Athens by night like true locals, guided by a passionate Athenian who is also a certified sommelier. Away from the daytime crowds, you'll enjoy the city's charm under the stars and end your evening unwinding with premium Greek wines and traditional local delicacies in a cozy wine bar. It’s the perfect blend of storytelling, authentic discovery, and sensory delight.
What's Included
- All food tasting fees included
- Tasting of 4 premium Greek Wines
- Platter of Greek cheeses and cured meat
- Wine tasting guidance and introduction to Greek wine varieties
- Local tour leader- professional sommelier
- All wine tasting fees included
- Guided evening walk through Athens' historic neighborhoods
- Hotel pick up & drop off
Meeting Location
Mitropoleos 6-8
Athina 105 63, Greece
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Discover the magic of Athens on a leisurely evening walk through the city's most charming historic areas. Begin by seeing the Presidential Guards (Evzones) in front of the Greek Parliament, before continuing towards the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian's Arch, two impressive landmarks that reflect the city's rich ancient history.
Continue your walk through the enchanting streets of Plaka, Athens' oldest and one of its most picturesque neighborhoods, where neoclassical architecture, traditional alleyways, and a romantic evening atmosphere create the perfect setting for your Athenian experience.
The evening concludes at a stylish local wine bar in Plaka, where you'll enjoy a curated tasting of four premium Greek wines, accompanied by carefully selected cured meats and local Greek cheeses. Led by your local guide and experienced sommelier, you'll discover Greece's distinctive grape varieties, wine regions, and flavors in a relaxed and intimate setting, with a maximum of 8 guests.
It's the perfect combination of Athens' history, charming nighttime streets, and the rich flavors of Greek wine.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Athens by Night Walking and Wine Tasting Experience?
Cancellation Policy
Still have questions?
We're here to help.
Activity code: C-5582045P2
Traveler Photos
Reviews
Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 21 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
Additional Info
Similar Tours & Activities
This is a tour for the experienced traveler who can easily leave behind the easy solution of using the big noisy city (Athens) as a...
$2,760
In this tour we will to introduce you to the full spectrum of the Greek cuisine, from breakfast to dinner and everything else in between,...
$89
Culinary Secrets of Downtown Athens
Downtown Athens is a place where life is lived bite by bite, from old-school dairy bars and bustling souvlaki counters to historic markets and hidden...
$140
Exarchia: Taste of Utopia
Exarchia is one of Athens’ most complex neighborhoods, shaped by students, artists, writers and generations of political activism. On this tour, we’ll dive into its...
$140
This is a tour for the experienced traveler who can easily leave behind the easy solution of using the big noisy city (Athens) as a...
$2,760
In this tour we will to introduce you to the full spectrum of the Greek cuisine, from breakfast to dinner and everything else in between,...
$89
Downtown Athens is a place where life is lived bite by bite, from old-school dairy bars and bustling souvlaki counters to historic markets and hidden...
$140
Exarchia is one of Athens’ most complex neighborhoods, shaped by students, artists, writers and generations of political activism. On this tour, we’ll dive into its...
$140
Travelers Who Bought This Tour Also Bought
See the sights of Athens in this fun and easy 9km journey by regular or electric bike. During this 2.5 hour relaxed pace tour on...
$40
Athens Acropolis and Parthenon Walking Tour
Please note that there are several options available for this tour. You can upgrade your experience by selecting an option that includes the entrance fees,...
$39
Delve into the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. With an...
$53
Experience the beauty of Greece with our Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon tour, available in both morning and sunset options. Each tour offers a...
$40
See the sights of Athens in this fun and easy 9km journey by regular or electric bike. During this 2.5 hour relaxed pace tour on...
$40
Please note that there are several options available for this tour. You can upgrade your experience by selecting an option that includes the entrance fees,...
$39
Delve into the fascinating world of Ancient Greece on a 3-hour walking tour of the Acropolis of Athens and the New Acropolis Museum. With an...
$53
Experience the beauty of Greece with our Cape Sounion and Temple of Poseidon tour, available in both morning and sunset options. Each tour offers a...
$40
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
Filter by:
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET).
- All food tasting fees included.
- Tasting of 4 premium Greek Wines.
- Platter of Greek cheeses and cured meat.
- Wine tasting guidance and introduction to Greek wine varieties.
- Local tour leader- professional sommelier.
- All wine tasting fees included.
- Guided evening walk through Athens' historic neighborhoods.
- Hotel pick up & drop off.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Athens by Night Walking and Wine Tasting Experience is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Athens by Night Walking and Wine Tasting Experience will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All food tasting fees included
- Tasting of 4 premium Greek Wines
- Platter of Greek cheeses and cured meat
- Wine tasting guidance and introduction to Greek wine varieties
- Local tour leader- professional sommelier
- All wine tasting fees included
- Guided evening walk through Athens' historic neighborhoods
- Hotel pick up & drop off
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travelers 18 years old and above. Minor travelers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drinks.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
