Things to do in Corfu
Culture & History
Wander the Venetian alleyways of the UNESCO-listed Old Town and visit the twin fortresses, then venture south to the 19th-century Achilleion Palace for neoclassical grandeur and endless views of the Ionian Sea.
Boat Trips
From day cruises along the Corfu coastline and glass-bottomed boat trips in Paleokastritsa to full-day excursions to dreamy Paxos and Antipaxos.
Iconic beaches
- Paleokastritsa: A string of striking beaches with facilities that cater to families, friends and couples.
- Glyfada: A long stretch of golden sand ideal for sunbathing, watersports and eating by the sea.
- Agios Georgios Pagon: A horseshoe-shaped beach surrounded by rugged cliffs that descend to the sea, creating isolated coves.
Relaxing beaches
- Issos: A sandy strand in the south‑west, breezy yet blissfully uncrowded.
- Rovinia: A pebble cove reached by footpath or kayak, prized for clear, calm water.
- Almyros: A 7km beach north of Acharavi where shallow seas and fewer sunbeds mean room to breathe.
Viewpoints & sunsets
Head up to Kaiser’s Throne above Pelekas for full‑island panoramas, or watch the sun drop behind the clay cliffs at Loggas Beach near Cape Drastis.
Active Island Days
Tackle a scenic segment of the 220km Corfu Trail, mountain‑bike the pine slopes of Mount Pantokrator, or join a guided sea‑kayak along the Dassia coastline.
Family fun & water parks
A waterpark with slides, mini‑rivers and shaded kids’ zones make it a full‑day splash hit, while horse‑riding at Avlaki and easy pedal‑boat rentals in Dassia keep younger travellers smiling.
Traditional villages & scenic drives
Wind through stone‑built Lakones for panoramic coffee stops, explore pastel-coloured Kalami (of Gerald Durrell fame), or picnic in time‑stilled Palia Perithia on the slopes of Mount Pantokrator.
Farm & food Experiences
Olive‑grove tours in the island’s interior offer tastings of award‑winning oils, while kumquat orchards introduce Corfu’s signature liqueur alongside village cheeses and honey.
Tavernas and local cuisine
Beachfront and village tavernas serve Corfiot staples such as pastitsada and sofrito and gourmet kitchens raise the bar for special‑occasion dining.
Coffee, bars & evening vibe
Start your morning with a freddo espresso under the Liston arcades and end your sea day with sunset cocktails at a beach bars, then slip into Corfu Town’s bars and restaurants for after‑dark ambience.
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Getting to Corfu
Best places to stay in Corfu
Old Town
Have the landmarks and facilities of the Old Town on your doorstep. There are plenty of hotel options in original Old Town buildings, giving easy access to the waterfront as well as island-wide bus routes.
Gouvia / Dassia
Fifteen minutes north of the airport, Gouvia’s yacht marina and Dassia’s calm bay host family-friendly resorts with pools, kids’ clubs and water sports, while frequent buses or taxis whisk you into Corfu Town.
Paleokastritsa
Dramatic limestone headlands shelter emerald coves, monastery trails and sunset viewpoints. A choice of hotels and guesthouses is available, and boat hire gives access to hidden caves.
Sidari
On the north-west coast, Sidari combines sandy beaches and villas with the sculpted rocks of Canal d’Amour and an easy-going strip of bars, offering an affordable base close to a Corfu landmark.
Kassiopi
This north-east harbour village mixes pebble coves, stone-built villas and small hotels within walking reach of seafood tavernas and the ruins of a Byzantine castle – the perfect seaside escape.
Benitses
On the south coast, Benitses blends spa resorts with a traditional seafront village and small marina. Regular buses reach Corfu Town in 20 minutes, making it a quieter yet well-connected base.
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