Athens is known for its rich history and mythology, though it goes hand-in-hand with delicious, varied cuisine.

Of course, when you’re in Greece, it’s hard to find food that isn’t at least good – but if you really want to experience the extent of certain dishes, you’re best off learning how to make them, yourself.

Why not learn right from the source, whipping up a tasty moussaka or spanakopita right here in the middle of the city? I’ve got the answer with these 5 top Athens cooking classes that I’ve carefully selected and are definitely worth your time and money. Let’s jump right in!

Best Cooking Classes in Athens

	Athens Greek Cooking Class Pita Gyros from Scratch with a Local	Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis View	Athens 4-Hour Cooking Class with Central Market Visit
Location:	Panepistimiou 64, Athina 105 64	Melanthiou 4, Athina 105 54	Athinas 36, Athina 105 51
Start:	10:30 AM, 4:30 PM, 5:30 PM	4:00 PM	9:30 AM, 3:00 PM
Duration:	3 hours	4 hours	4 hours
Includes:	Transportation, alcoholic beverages, dinner or lunch, local instructor	Dinner, professional chef, tour host, recipes to take home	Market walk with cook, wine, local liquor, recipes to recreate dishes at home, cooking class workshop led by expert
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Quick Answer: The 5 Best Rated Athens Cooking Classes For 2024

1. Athens Greek Cooking Class Pita Gyros from Scratch with a Local
2. Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis View
3. Athens 4-Hour Cooking Class with Central Market Visit
4. Traditional Greek cooking class and lunch or dinner with an Acropolis view
5. Athens Cooking Class and Lunch in our beautiful garden in Greece

Athens Cooking Class Reviews

1. Athens Greek Cooking Class Pita Gyros from Scratch with a Local

If you’re looking to dive deep into the traditional flavors of Greece, the Athens Greek Cooking Class Pita Gyros from Scratch with a Local is right up your alley. I don’t know about you, but I personally could eat gyros at least once a week so the prospect of being able to make these at home whenever I want was quite enticing.

You’ll learn from a local chef who will not only teach you the art of the seemingly simple dish but also welcomes you into the kitchen as if you were a member of their family.

This 3-hour tour is great because you’re not confined to just the evening or afternoon like most cooking tours tend to be. You’ll be able to more easily fit this excursion into your itinerary, and opt for this instead of heading to a restaurant.

There are so many cooking tours I’ve taken that felt like we were just watching someone else cook while we waited for them to finish – with this tour it’s thankfully very hands-on.

With a small group, it felt like we had more attention from our chef and that we could ask more questions without vying for their attention amongst a large group of people. We had a great time learning how to make tzatziki, spicy feta spread, pita bread, and a delicious dessert to follow it up!

As we technically had 2 hosts, this only made it more interactive and I never felt like there was a time when I was questioning what I should be doing.

We had some great chats throughout, learning about Greek culture and history while laughing and having fun preparing our street food. After finishing everything, we all sat down to enjoy our dish together with some local wine, which was such a lovely experience.

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2. Greek Cooking Class in Athens Including Rooftop Dinner with Acropolis View

If you’re trying to figure out which restaurant you should go to for dinner, I have the perfect alternative for you. Why not instead learn how to make your delicious food with the Greek Cooking Class in Athens?

You’ll have a truly special culinary experience in a small-group setting, learning from a professional chef in a truly beautiful setting. Whether you’re a solo traveler, with friends, or looking for a cute date night activity, this tour checks all the boxes.

You’ll meet up with your chef instructor at 4:00 pm, who will welcome you right inside like you’ve known each other forever. Our group had around 8 people, so it was also a great way to meet other travelers from around the world and all have fun learning something new.

Located in the Monastiraki neighborhood and taking place on a beautiful rooftop patio, you can expect to cook and craft amongst one of the most charming parts of Athens.

If you feel like cooking at separate stations is too much pressure, you’ll enjoy the group setting where everyone contributes – no worries about being behind or getting confused as it’s all for one.

Our chef did a wonderful job of teaching us different cooking techniques while incorporating banter and a bit of Greek culture into the mix.

While the dishes may vary a bit, we prepared a delicious 3-course dinner consisting of classic Greek dishes, like spinach pie, tzatziki sauce, moussaka, and an AMAZING Greek milk pie!

After we finished, we all sat down to enjoy our creations on the bakery roof with amazing views of the Acropolis – you can’t beat that!

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3. Athens 4-Hour Cooking Class with Central Market Visit

This next tour is without a doubt one of the most authentic looks into Athens’ local lifestyle and cuisine, taking you beyond the workshop and into the real world.

The Athens 4-Hour Cooking Class with Central Market Visit is a 4-hour experience made for those who want to do more than just sample Greek food (though there’s nothing wrong with that!).

You’ll learn how to make plenty of different dishes, learning techniques passed down through generations with an expert there to share the culture behind them. There are multiple start times available in the afternoon and evening, making it much easier to fit into a busy schedule.

I’d recommend this tour for any age or background, making it a great option for couples, solo travelers, friend groups, or the entire family! Start out by actually going to Athens’ Central Food Market with your guide, who will share some tips on how to navigate this bustling spot as well as where to purchase the best produce.

After you’ve acquired everything you need for your fresh dishes, you and your small group will head back to your intimate cooking class location and receive a briefing on the dishes you’ll prepare.

We were led through the preparation from beginning to end through all kinds of dishes like the pretty Spanakotiropita, the delicious Dolmades, Imam Baildi for the main dish, and the unique orange Portokalopita pie!

Everything was very hands-on, which was great as I’m someone who learns by doing and along with the recipes they provided us, I know I’ll be able to recreate these anytime I want.

Once everything was ready, we all sat down together to enjoy our delicious meal complete with a glass of organic Greek wine and a shot of Greek digestif, which I loved and later bought a bottle of.

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4. Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Lunch or Dinner with an Acropolis View

Whether you’re looking to brush up on your cooking skills or simply want to understand Greek cuisine more in-depth, you’re in the right place. The Traditional Greek Cooking Class and Lunch or Dinner with an Acropolis View excursion is great for all ages, and those with diet restrictions.

If you really love Greek food but don’t feel like the places back home are quite as authentic, you never have to worry about that again as you can completely recreate these dishes from the comfort of your own home whenever you feel like it!

If you’re traveling with children, this tour should be at the top of your list, from how kid-friendly it was, along with the guide who did a fantastic job of teaching them and keeping them entertained throughout.

It’s not always intuitive to bring kids into the kitchen, but our guide clearly was very comfortable instructing them and making sure they were completely safe. If you’re vegetarian, this tour is also a nice option as we made plenty of veggie-friendly dishes.

There are both lunch and dinner tour options available so select which one works best for your schedule. After arriving to your cooking workshop location, your guide will tell you a bit about the dishes you’re going to make and set right into the first recipe.

In total, you’ll learn 5 traditional Greek recipes, such as tzatziki, cheesepie or spinachpie, peppers stuffed with cheese, greek salad, and moussaka (depends on the seasons and produce available).

Most of the dishes were super easy to make and we all had a ton of laughs coming together to learn something new, while our guide ensured we had all of our techniques perfected.

Afterward, we all sat down to enjoy the delicious meal while chatting about our time in Greece, culture, and more. When you get home, they even send you an email with all of the recipes you used, which was so helpful!

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5. Athens Cooking Class and Lunch in Our Beautiful Garden in Greece

Two things that Greece does really well (amongst so many others), are food and gardens. It’s something I admittedly didn’t know until I first visited the stunning country, but it seemed like everyone was whipping up delicious dishes and enjoying them out in their personal garden.

The Athens Cooking Class and Lunch in Our Beautiful Garden in Greece offers a serene escape from the tourist crowds, complete with a foodie experience that exemplifies why nothing compares the Greek home cooking.

This 3.5-hour excursion is one of the shorter ones, though I felt was just the right amount of time to learn, explore, taste, and take away a bit more of the local scene. There are various start times available as well, making it simple to fit into busy itineraries.

Upon arrival, we met with our guides, Gianna and Elena, who were so kind and welcoming, I instantly felt at home and was ready to start learning (the fresh lemonade and fruits helped!).

Their garden is certainly visually striking, but the good news is that they grow plenty of fresh herbs and vegetables, which we were able to incorporate into our recipes. Whether you consider yourself a seasoned cook or an absolute newbie, no one judges here and is always willing to help.

We all found the recipes easy to follow with our guides’ clear instructions, answering all of the questions we had in a patient manner.

After whipping up dinner, we all sat together to enjoy it over a nice conversation paired with local wine, which felt so wholesome. After, I highly recommend checking the neighborhood out – Kerameikos – which is super trendy and features tons of cool bars and cafes!

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