5Eat Like a Local

Greek cuisine is delicious and doesn’t have to be expensive if you know where to eat. Choosing tavernas over tourist restaurants ensures you get authentic Greek food at lower prices. Street food options like gyros, souvlaki, and koulouri (a sesame-covered bread ring) are delicious, filling, and cost only a few euros.

Many bakeries sell cheap and tasty pies such as spanakopita and tiropita, while fresh produce from markets can make for an inexpensive meal. Many tavernas offer house wine at low prices, and in most parts of Greece, tap water is safe to drink, saving you from buying bottled water.