Top Crete Street Food Tours

Make your way to Chania and indulge in a gastronomic getaway featuring all that's special about this Mediterranean island. On this 2.5-hour walking tour, taste local delicacies like raki, tsikoudia, and bougatsa with plenty of cheese, olives, and sweets thrown into the mix. Plus, experience some unique gems too; explore an herb store known only by locals and marvel at renowned traditional knives crafted on-site.

Learn to cook authentic, rustic, and homely foods that aren’t on restaurant menus in this small, intimate-group cooking class in a local apartment. You will be shown recipes passed down from grandmas over the years, and learn all about the components of the Mediterranean diet. At the end of the class, you’ll all sit down to eat together, since sharing food together is a huge part of the Greek experience.

Eat to your heart - and stomach’s - content on a 4-hour culinary tour of Chania. Follow your private guide as they lead you to local eateries and shops where you’ll sample 15 different dishes.  Learn about the influence that the Arabs, Ottomans, and more had on Greek food on an intimate walking tour. In between bites, you’ll hear about local food culture and politics.

Experience this interactive, fully guided walking tour of Chania with a hospitable local Cretan host. Chania is known for its people, it’s hospitality and its local produce. Not only will you get to learn about the food that makes Crete so special but you will also sample many Cretan delicacies. You will learn what the Cretan culture is all about as a local, not a tourist. Savour the taste of Crete, sip on Greek coffee and enjoy every bite of the famous Cretan bougatsa. Enjoy a light lunch at an iconic Cretan eatery, learn about the different the cakes and biscuits on display as you browse the local bakery, sample loukoumades, experience a cheese tasting and view the regional and seasonal produce of the passionate traders who are so proud to share their knowledge. Walking through the backstreets and little-known pockets that only locals seem to know about, you will gain an invaluable insight into Cretan life. I

A great tour for those on shore excursions, this walking tour of Crete’s capital city Heraklion takes you through the city’s rich history. Visit major sites and monuments like the Archiepiscopal Church of Saint Titus, the Venetian Loggia, Saint Menas Cathedral, the Central Market of Heraklion, Morosini Fountain, and Saint Mark’s Basilica. Your guide can answer any questions you may have.

This is a guided, small-group walking tour of Chania, the beautiful port town on the northwest coast of Crete. Join this tour to learn about the Cretan food and culture as a local, not a tourist. Join Kelly on a 3-hour immersive, walking tour and explore all your senses while tasting delicious Greek food. Explore Kelly’s favorite spots in Chania while strolling leisurely through the backstreets and lesser-known pockets of the city, that only locals seem to know about. In between the exploring you will sample Cretan specialties and will also learn about the art of filo making. Your experience ends with a light lunch at the most iconic Cretan souvlaki shop. Please bring an appetite and a bottle of water! Casual and comfortable clothing is recommended, please dress according to weather on the day. Also, please note that this tour is only available from July-September. Unfortunately, Kelly cannot accommodate any dietary needs on this tour, other than a vegetarian alternative.

An off-the-beaten-track cultural tour that uses food and wine as a means of getting to know the local traditions, the authentic people, the history, and the modern lifestyle of Crete. You will be guided around Chania city and its old port and learn about the Cretan food culture by tasting Alatsoelies (salted olives) with various sheep cheeses, the famous Cretan yogurt with or without thyme honey, traditional sweets and pastries with Malotira beverage (the local mountain herb), and the famous Greek Souvlaki. In the end, you also have the option to book a wine-tasting tour, sampling some of the best wine labels in Greece and learning a lot about wine. This extra tour cannot be booked on-site nor can it be booked as a standalone service but needs to be booked in advance as an extra to your basic food tour.

Start your day with a local mouthwatering “bougatsa breakfast” at one of the oldest local family-run shops, passing from generation to generation. There, you’ll be tantalized by the aroma of freshly baked delicacies from wood-fired ovens, the sight of vendors skillfully crafting traditional Cretan pastries such as kalitsounia and bougatsa, served with a Greek coffee either a herbal “malotira” tea from the White Mountains! Alerted and repleted we are more than ready to explore the talked-about Old Town of Chania. Wander through the charming alleys where history and culinary delights await. Discover hidden gems nested within the Venetian, Turkish, and Jewish quarters, and find the most authentic shops if you like to buy local products! Engage with local artisans, and masters of their crafts, as they showcase traditional pottery, leather goods, and artisanal knives. Please note: If the experience is in the afternoon, we replace the breakfast with traditional Cretan ice cream!

Join Kelly from The Hellenic Odyssey for a guided walking tour of Chania. Chania is known for its people, its hospitality and its produce. Join this tour to learn about the Cretan food and culture as a local not a tourist. Explore all your senses while you experience this immersive tour on foot. Explore Chania with a local food lover on a 3 hour food walking tour, strolling leisurely through the backstreets and little-known pockets that only locals seem to know about. In between sampling Cretan specialties, you will also learn about the art of filo making and visit a traditional Kafeneio (coffee house). Savour the taste of Crete and sample Greek coffee & Cretan bougatsa, a light lunch at an iconic Cretan eatery, while you browse and learn about the differences among Greek cakes and biscuits on display, sampling a traditional Greek dessert and drink as well as other dairy products such as local cheese and seasonal produce from passionate traders who are proud to share their knowledge.

Small group !! up to 6 participants. Get your appetite ready and join your private guide for the most delicious tastings of Creta. Our Local Expert will walk you through the most beautiful streets of Heraklion, in a journey of Cretan Culture and Gastronomy! Meeting point: Eleftherias Square ( or Liberty Square; is the main square of Heraklion, near the Archaeological Museum & the Astoria Hotel). Your Guide will be holding a sign "WeGuide.gr - Meeting Point".

Welcome to our delightful walking food tour, where we embark on a culinary journey to explore the vibrant flavors and diverse culinary offerings of this charming city. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds as we traverse through the heart of Heraklion, discovering hidden gems and savoring mouthwatering bites that showcase the rich tapestry of local cuisine. Our expert guides will lead you through a carefully curated route, introducing you to iconic eateries, culinary artisans, and the stories behind each delectable dish. As we stroll through the bustling streets, you'll experience the city like a true food enthusiast, immersing yourself in its unique gastronomic culture. The walking food tour not only satisfies your taste buds but also provides insights into the cultural and historical aspects of the city's culinary scene. Enjoy your food tour, or as the locals say, "Kali Orexi!" (Good appetite!)