Corfu Trip Guide
Αξιοθέατα
Paleo Frourio, "The Old Fortress" is located on the Eastern side of Corfu town.It was build by the Venetians and is a symbol of the power in the Ionian sea.Today it is a landmark of the island and the city and visitors are welcome to enter and discover the areas of the fortress.
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Vieille forteresse vénitienne
Paleo Frourio, "The Old Fortress" is located on the Eastern side of Corfu town.It was build by the Venetians and is a symbol of the power in the Ionian sea.Today it is a landmark of the island and the city and visitors are welcome to enter and discover the areas of the fortress.
The neo frourio, also known as New Fortress is an old military complex loaded with interesting tunnels, celars and dungeons. It provides exellent views of the Old town and the bay. Look out for the two lions of st. Mark and the Venetians inscriptions on the bastion walls above.
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Nouvelle forteresse vénitienne
13 El. VenizelouThe neo frourio, also known as New Fortress is an old military complex loaded with interesting tunnels, celars and dungeons. It provides exellent views of the Old town and the bay. Look out for the two lions of st. Mark and the Venetians inscriptions on the bastion walls above.
The old Perithia, located in the North East corner of the island, is a deserted village with roots in the 14th century. This pictures que village is a great place to explore. Here you take a step back in time or just sit and enjoy a drink in one of the pleasant local tavernas.
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Vieux Perithia
The old Perithia, located in the North East corner of the island, is a deserted village with roots in the 14th century. This pictures que village is a great place to explore. Here you take a step back in time or just sit and enjoy a drink in one of the pleasant local tavernas.
Impressive and noisy, Easter in Corfu brings to everyone's mind the famous custom with boots that takes place on Holy Saturday in the heart of the beautiful city. Nature is dressed in green, with the scents of flowers, and the city is preparing to host a major religious event.The name Corfu (Kèrkyra) names not only the island, but also with the signal of the first Resurrection at 11 in the morning, the inhabitants of Corfu throw huge jugs full of water - the boots - from their balconies. The boots are the clay jugs with a narrow mouth and two handles on the side for transporting them. The balconies are decorated and the residents tie red ribbons on the boots - red is the color of Corfu. its capital, which is a beautiful,
sophisticated and charming town. It is also one of the most elegant island capitals in the whole of Greece, as it was modernised for the 1994 EU summit The architecture in town is infuenced by the French, the Italians and the British, but it still
has a contemporary Greek feel to it, which makes it an amazing place to visit
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Corfu Taxi
70 Viktoros DousmaniImpressive and noisy, Easter in Corfu brings to everyone's mind the famous custom with boots that takes place on Holy Saturday in the heart of the beautiful city. Nature is dressed in green, with the scents of flowers, and the city is preparing to host a major religious event.The name Corfu (Kèrkyra) names not only the island, but also with the signal of the first Resurrection at 11 in the morning, the inhabitants of Corfu throw huge jugs full of water - the boots - from their balconies. The boots are the clay jugs with a narrow mouth and two handles on the side for transporting them. The balconies are decorated and the residents tie red ribbons on the boots - red is the color of Corfu. its capital, which is a beautiful,
sophisticated and charming town. It is also one of the most elegant island capitals in the whole of Greece, as it was modernised for the 1994 EU summit The architecture in town is infuenced by the French, the Italians and the British, but it still
has a contemporary Greek feel to it, which makes it an amazing place to visit
This spectacular building, which is located in the village of Gastouri, was originally built in 1890 as a summer retreat for the
Empress Elisabeth of Austria. It has several beautiful Greek sculptures and a wonderful garden, as well as spectacular
terrace views.
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Achilleion
This spectacular building, which is located in the village of Gastouri, was originally built in 1890 as a summer retreat for the
Empress Elisabeth of Austria. It has several beautiful Greek sculptures and a wonderful garden, as well as spectacular
terrace views.
The old traditional fishing village Kassiopi is located 36 kilometres North East of Corfu town, surrounded by lush green hills. Kassiopi offers a range of activities for visitors, not far away to the ancient fortress, picturesque harbours or one of the many easily accessible beaches
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Kassiopi
The old traditional fishing village Kassiopi is located 36 kilometres North East of Corfu town, surrounded by lush green hills. Kassiopi offers a range of activities for visitors, not far away to the ancient fortress, picturesque harbours or one of the many easily accessible beaches
Religion is a very important part of life in Corfu - in the Old Town alone you will find about twenty churches. Built in
1590, The Church of Saint Spiridon is a typical example of the
ecclesiastical architecture of the Ionian Islands in Greece. Saint Spiridon, the patron of Corfu, was born, lived and died in this city
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Église Saint-Spyridon
32 Αγίου ΣπυρίδωνοςReligion is a very important part of life in Corfu - in the Old Town alone you will find about twenty churches. Built in
1590, The Church of Saint Spiridon is a typical example of the
ecclesiastical architecture of the Ionian Islands in Greece. Saint Spiridon, the patron of Corfu, was born, lived and died in this city
Angelokastro is a Byzantine castle found on a rocky mountain hilltop, and is the perfect place from which to enjoy inspiring views of the island.
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Angelokastro
Angelokastro is a Byzantine castle found on a rocky mountain hilltop, and is the perfect place from which to enjoy inspiring views of the island.
Aqualand Corfu Water Park
The biggest waterpark in EE
Pontikonisi is a green and tree-lined rock, which is located at the entrance of the Halikiopoulos lagoon, opposite the airport of Corfu "Ioannis Kapodistrias".
This rock is one of the most popular and well-known tourist attractions of Corfu. It is under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Corfu and in recent years various infrastructures have been made, such as the construction of a pier, so that the various boats and boats run aground, which during the summer months carry out the transport with the rock from Kanoni, Perama and the monastery of the Blachernae in Kanoni.
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Kanóni
Pontikonisi is a green and tree-lined rock, which is located at the entrance of the Halikiopoulos lagoon, opposite the airport of Corfu "Ioannis Kapodistrias".
This rock is one of the most popular and well-known tourist attractions of Corfu. It is under the jurisdiction of the municipality of Corfu and in recent years various infrastructures have been made, such as the construction of a pier, so that the various boats and boats run aground, which during the summer months carry out the transport with the rock from Kanoni, Perama and the monastery of the Blachernae in Kanoni.
This luxurious marina is located on the impressive island of Corfu, which connects the Adriatic and the Mediterranean. The main entrane of marina is in Kontokali Village.
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Gouvia Marina
This luxurious marina is located on the impressive island of Corfu, which connects the Adriatic and the Mediterranean. The main entrane of marina is in Kontokali Village.
Liston is called the most central pedestrian street of Corfu, the most famous "walk" for the people of Corfu. It is located at the western end of Spianada, the large square and is bordered by mansions that form large arches, arches, on their top floor. These arches, which the people of Corfu call walks, today house a number of cafes and restaurants, which make Liston the center of Corfu life for locals and visitors.
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Liston
Liston is called the most central pedestrian street of Corfu, the most famous "walk" for the people of Corfu. It is located at the western end of Spianada, the large square and is bordered by mansions that form large arches, arches, on their top floor. These arches, which the people of Corfu call walks, today house a number of cafes and restaurants, which make Liston the center of Corfu life for locals and visitors.
The Palace of Saints Michael and George is a palace in the city of Corfu on the island of the same name. His second name is Old Palace.
The Palace was built for Sir Thomas Maitland, the British High Commissioner to the Ionian Islands. It was used as the residence of the High Commissioner but it was also used as the seat of the Ionian Senate and the order of Saints Michael and George. The foundation stone was laid on the ground on the day of Agios Georgios in 1819. The location where the Palace was built is between the old town hall of Corfu and the Venetian castle.
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Palais de Saint-Michel et Saint-Georges
114 KapodistriouThe Palace of Saints Michael and George is a palace in the city of Corfu on the island of the same name. His second name is Old Palace.
The Palace was built for Sir Thomas Maitland, the British High Commissioner to the Ionian Islands. It was used as the residence of the High Commissioner but it was also used as the seat of the Ionian Senate and the order of Saints Michael and George. The foundation stone was laid on the ground on the day of Agios Georgios in 1819. The location where the Palace was built is between the old town hall of Corfu and the Venetian castle.
Kaiser Throne was nothing more than an observatory where in the past William II loved to go away and meditate in relief on this tranquility and fantastic panorama that you only enjoy here.
Here in Pelekas, in addition to the famous sunsets typical of the west coast of Greece, you can also take wonderful photos of the plains below and disappear before your eyes.
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Pelekas
Kaiser Throne was nothing more than an observatory where in the past William II loved to go away and meditate in relief on this tranquility and fantastic panorama that you only enjoy here.
Here in Pelekas, in addition to the famous sunsets typical of the west coast of Greece, you can also take wonderful photos of the plains below and disappear before your eyes.
Beach
Paleokastritsa Beach is one of the island's most treasured beauty spots and a great place to enjoy the sunset. Enjoy the
view of the 17th-century monastery and make sure to have a look at the famous carving of the ‘tree of life’ inside it.
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Palaiokastritsa
Paleokastritsa Beach is one of the island's most treasured beauty spots and a great place to enjoy the sunset. Enjoy the
view of the 17th-century monastery and make sure to have a look at the famous carving of the ‘tree of life’ inside it.
Sidari represents the most developed tourist area of the north coast of Corfu and offers nice beaches. It is also known
for the channel of love, Canal D'Amour, a series of rock formations which create small bays and a kind of channel
with crystal clear water. According to the legend lovers who swim into the channel together, will love each other forever
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Canal D Amour
Sidari represents the most developed tourist area of the north coast of Corfu and offers nice beaches. It is also known
for the channel of love, Canal D'Amour, a series of rock formations which create small bays and a kind of channel
with crystal clear water. According to the legend lovers who swim into the channel together, will love each other forever
Barbati Beach is a pebbly beach with crystal clear water. It is very popular, but requires some hiking up and down hill to reach
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Plage de Barbati
Barbati Beach is a pebbly beach with crystal clear water. It is very popular, but requires some hiking up and down hill to reach
A village for young people who want to have fun at night and spend the day on the beach doing water sports.
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Dassia
A village for young people who want to have fun at night and spend the day on the beach doing water sports.
Ipsos is a destination for young people that Italians love because of the long beach and for the pubs, clubs that offer night entertainment.
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Ypsos
Ipsos is a destination for young people that Italians love because of the long beach and for the pubs, clubs that offer night entertainment.
Kontokali Beach
Kontokali is 6 Km from Corfu town with beautiful beach and view the Corfu town
Agios Gordios is a large beach in the southwest in relation to the city of Corfu.
The village, which is small in size, develops between the beach and the mountains and is quite developed touristically.
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Paralia Agios Gordios
Agios Gordios is a large beach in the southwest in relation to the city of Corfu.
The village, which is small in size, develops between the beach and the mountains and is quite developed touristically.
Φαγητό
At Mouragia you will be served big portions of Mezedes and sofrito, also excellent kebabs and some very good seafood
dishes. Very popular among the locals as well as with tourists
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Mouragia
15 ArseniouAt Mouragia you will be served big portions of Mezedes and sofrito, also excellent kebabs and some very good seafood
dishes. Very popular among the locals as well as with tourists
At one of Kassiopi's most beautiful locations you and Trilogia restaurant,In a romantic atmosphere, Greek and
Mediterranean dishes, made from the freshest ingredients, are served
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Trilogia Plous Restaurant
Μπαταρία ΠαραλίαAt one of Kassiopi's most beautiful locations you and Trilogia restaurant,In a romantic atmosphere, Greek and
Mediterranean dishes, made from the freshest ingredients, are served
Gerekos
An authentic traditional fish tavern with fresh delicacies
Zorba
Traditional Greek Tavern in Kontokali
Nautilus
Λεωφόρος ΔημοκρατίαςView to old Fortress with exellent Greek food
Argo Restaurant
In Gouvia marina with exellent Greek food
Olympia Mare Restaurant Corfu
In Gouvia marina with excellent food
One of the most famous and beatiful roads in the old city where you an enoy a qurmet meal and drink your coffee.
Gkilford
GkilfordOne of the most famous and beatiful roads in the old city where you an enoy a qurmet meal and drink your coffee.
You can enjoy Greek traditional food by the sea and the stunning view of the old forness.
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Garitsa Grove
37 Mitropolitou AthanasiouYou can enjoy Greek traditional food by the sea and the stunning view of the old forness.
Cafe
En Plo guarantees a fresh sea breeze and a lovely view. This place is less busy than the cafés at the centre of town and a good place to enjoy the waterfront
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En Plo
En Plo guarantees a fresh sea breeze and a lovely view. This place is less busy than the cafés at the centre of town and a good place to enjoy the waterfront
Maistro Cafe
In marina Gouvia with beautiful view
Γειτονιές
Spianada is the largest square in Corfu and in the whole Balkans, an impressive and historic square. In 1576 the inhabitants began to demolish buildings located around the Fortress to increase their visibility and defense. It is estimated that about 2,500 homes were demolished in 2.5 years. The area was later planted with trees by the French, creating the now historic Spianada in the center of Corfu town. The walk to the Spianada is enjoyable and necessary, as the view to the sea is wonderful.
Walking in the square one can see the Ionian Ring Stern built in honor of Sir Thomas Maitland, English Commissioner, while you can also buy prickly pears from the various wanderers in the square. In the square you will usually hear a group or the city philharmonic playing classical music or jazz. On Holy Saturday at 11 in the morning, the custom of Botides is revived in the city of Corfu. The inhabitants throw the famous clay jugs from the balconies of their houses, exorcising the evil spirits
Σπιανάδα
Spianada is the largest square in Corfu and in the whole Balkans, an impressive and historic square. In 1576 the inhabitants began to demolish buildings located around the Fortress to increase their visibility and defense. It is estimated that about 2,500 homes were demolished in 2.5 years. The area was later planted with trees by the French, creating the now historic Spianada in the center of Corfu town. The walk to the Spianada is enjoyable and necessary, as the view to the sea is wonderful.
Walking in the square one can see the Ionian Ring Stern built in honor of Sir Thomas Maitland, English Commissioner, while you can also buy prickly pears from the various wanderers in the square. In the square you will usually hear a group or the city philharmonic playing classical music or jazz. On Holy Saturday at 11 in the morning, the custom of Botides is revived in the city of Corfu. The inhabitants throw the famous clay jugs from the balconies of their houses, exorcising the evil spirits
Vrachliotis Square is a small paved square on Mich. Theotoki, where Sterna Vrachlioti is located, a copy of a corresponding Venetian. In this square also takes place the custom of "mastelo" (barrel or cylindrical washing tub), at Easter, after the first Resurrection, on the morning of Holy Saturday and after the custom of the famous "boots", with the jugs that thrown from all the windows of the houses on the street. After the "boots" the action continues in Vrachliotis square for the "mastelo". According to this custom, the Fakinis, the old porters of the city, placed a wooden barrel full of water on the paved road and asked the passers-by to throw coins for wishes. After the first Resurrection, the Fakins hunted to find someone and throw them in the barrel, which may have been raining, but in the end he took all the coins that were in the barrel.
Platia Vrachlioti
Vrachliotis Square is a small paved square on Mich. Theotoki, where Sterna Vrachlioti is located, a copy of a corresponding Venetian. In this square also takes place the custom of "mastelo" (barrel or cylindrical washing tub), at Easter, after the first Resurrection, on the morning of Holy Saturday and after the custom of the famous "boots", with the jugs that thrown from all the windows of the houses on the street. After the "boots" the action continues in Vrachliotis square for the "mastelo". According to this custom, the Fakinis, the old porters of the city, placed a wooden barrel full of water on the paved road and asked the passers-by to throw coins for wishes. After the first Resurrection, the Fakins hunted to find someone and throw them in the barrel, which may have been raining, but in the end he took all the coins that were in the barrel.
Built on a small, green peninsula, Kontokali Corfu is the closest tourist resort to the north of Corfu town, as it is only 5 km away from it. Kontokali Corfu has all kinds of tourist infrastructure, hotels, rooms to let, villas, shops, bars and restaurants. It also has a beautiful beach, awarded with a blue flag, overlooking the island of Lazaretto. Very close is the large, modern marina of the island.Kontokali Corfu, apart from being a tourist resort, has become a suburb of the city, as many main houses and the new Prefectural Hospital have been built here. Large supermarkets, gas stations and all kinds of businesses are located on the national road. Access to Kontokali, apart from car or taxi, can also be done by city buses that run to and from the city center every half hour.
Kontokali is connected to the city of Corfu by public transport, while to northern Corfu by intercity transport. Kontokali has two bus stops, the first in the AB supermarket and the second in the general hospital of Corfu. By public transport the city of Corfu is 15 minutes while Dasia and Ypsos in 20 minutes. Villa Elena is a 10-minute walking distancce from the AB Supermarket bus stop
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Kontokali
Built on a small, green peninsula, Kontokali Corfu is the closest tourist resort to the north of Corfu town, as it is only 5 km away from it. Kontokali Corfu has all kinds of tourist infrastructure, hotels, rooms to let, villas, shops, bars and restaurants. It also has a beautiful beach, awarded with a blue flag, overlooking the island of Lazaretto. Very close is the large, modern marina of the island.Kontokali Corfu, apart from being a tourist resort, has become a suburb of the city, as many main houses and the new Prefectural Hospital have been built here. Large supermarkets, gas stations and all kinds of businesses are located on the national road. Access to Kontokali, apart from car or taxi, can also be done by city buses that run to and from the city center every half hour.
Kontokali is connected to the city of Corfu by public transport, while to northern Corfu by intercity transport. Kontokali has two bus stops, the first in the AB supermarket and the second in the general hospital of Corfu. By public transport the city of Corfu is 15 minutes while Dasia and Ypsos in 20 minutes. Villa Elena is a 10-minute walking distancce from the AB Supermarket bus stop
Μουσεία
At the beginning of the 20th century, the archaeological collection of Corfu, as small, was housed in a High School of the city and later transferred to a building built to create an Archaeological Museum. Its original purpose was to host and exhibit antiquities from the Temple of Artemis Corfu. Excavations that were carried out later were the reason for which the expansion of the Museum was required, as a result of which additions and appropriate alterations were created in order to adequately house the now rich archaeological collection of Corfu. The Museum was inaugurated in March 2019 after its renovation and the re-exhibition of its collections.
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The Archaeological Museum of Corfu
1 Vrela ArmeniAt the beginning of the 20th century, the archaeological collection of Corfu, as small, was housed in a High School of the city and later transferred to a building built to create an Archaeological Museum. Its original purpose was to host and exhibit antiquities from the Temple of Artemis Corfu. Excavations that were carried out later were the reason for which the expansion of the Museum was required, as a result of which additions and appropriate alterations were created in order to adequately house the now rich archaeological collection of Corfu. The Museum was inaugurated in March 2019 after its renovation and the re-exhibition of its collections.
The Museum of Asian Art of Corfu was founded in 1928, as a Museum of Sino-Japanese Art, on the occasion of the donation of the Sino-Japanese collection of Grigorios Manos. Since then, the Museum has served as a pole of attraction, attracting many other donations, including approximately 15,000 items of Asian art from private collections and donations of individual items.
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Musée d'art asiatique de Corfou
120 KapodistriouThe Museum of Asian Art of Corfu was founded in 1928, as a Museum of Sino-Japanese Art, on the occasion of the donation of the Sino-Japanese collection of Grigorios Manos. Since then, the Museum has served as a pole of attraction, attracting many other donations, including approximately 15,000 items of Asian art from private collections and donations of individual items.