Resort, Coast, Pebble beach

The town of Paleokastritsa is situated on the western coast of the island, sandwiched between six promontories that form six picturesque bays. The hilly nature of the coastline, covered with cypress and olive trees, gives the place a unique atmosphere and it is not for nothing that many Corfu residents say that Paleokastritsa is the most beautiful place on earth. [btn "Paleokastritsa - top hotels by the beach" https://www.booking.com/city/gr…

Sandy beach

The most beautiful and wildest beaches among the high white cliffs and turquoise crystal waters can be found on the west coast in the Liapades area between Paleokastritsa and Ermones. The dramatic cliff coastline with its hills covered in dense green vegetation invites you to enjoy breathtaking views and swimming in the sea without the crowds of tourists. The beaches along this coastline are among the most beautiful in Greece. [btn "The 10…

Sandy beach

One of the most famous and longest sandy beaches on the island of Corfu is the one at Agios Georgios Pagon on the northwest coast. Nearby (about 3 km) is one of the most beautiful beaches in Corfu, Porto Timoni. [btn "The best last-minute tours to Corfu are here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu?gad=p-korfu-agios-georgios] Swimming and beach facilities The beach stretches along the entire wide bay, creating plenty of space…

Pebble beach, Sandy beach

Less than 20 km from Corfu Town on the wild west coast, you'll find one of the island's most beautiful classic beaches. Agios Gordios stretches for less than a kilometre along the densely wooded hilly coastline and is bordered by cliffs dominated by a narrow outcrop in the middle of the sea called the Dragon's Tooth. [btn "Book a hotel in Ag. Gordios" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/agios-gordios.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korfu-agios-gordios] …

Sandy beach, Cliff, Resort

The resort of Sidari is one of the most famous and popular holiday destinations on the island of Corfu. Located about 36 km north of Corfu Airport, it is surrounded by gentle hills covered with wild greenery and olive groves, beautiful beaches awarded with the Blue Flag for the cleanliness of the sea and above all the iconic rock formations and white cliffs. [btn "Compare Corfu tour prices" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu] …

Tourist town

Kerkyra, also known as Corfu, is the largest town on the island with 25,000 inhabitants and the centre of all the action. Here you will find the local international airport Corfu CFU, a central bus station for intercity green buses (see map), many sights and plenty of accommodation options. [btn "View Corfu hotels" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/corfu.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korfu-city] Stay directly in Kerkyra if you mainly want to…

Fortress, Pebble beach

The fishing port of Kassiopi is located in the north of the island directly opposite Albania. The town is dominated by a Roman fortress, which can be reached from the church of Kassopitra. Those who find a visit too tiring can head to one of the surrounding pebble beaches. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corfu" https://www.booking.com/region/gr/corfu.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korfu-kassiopi] Kassiopi is one of the quietest resorts with a…

Pebble beach, Coast

One of the most beautiful beaches on the island is located on the west coast of Corfu near the village of Afionas. At first glance, the path seems quite easy, but after a few steps you will find that you really can't get to the beach that easily. Plus, there are no snack shops. Timoni beach is surrounded by the sea on two sides, it is actually a narrow strip of land connecting the main island with a small peninsula, so you can swim on both…

Resort, Sandy beach

Kavos beach is located at the very southern tip of Corfu, about 50 km from the airport and the largest town. The adjacent resort of Kavos has been growing in recent years and offers all the facilities and nightly entertainment in the bars. Kavos is one of the liveliest resorts in Corfu, with many water sports options, but also never ending entertainment in the bars and clubs, which often run until late in the morning. [btn "The cheapest tours…

Resort, Sandy beach

Messonghi, located about 25 km south of Corfu Town, is one of the livelier resorts in Corfu, with nightlife options in the many local bars. The town is one of the most popular holiday locations in Corfu and has complete tourist facilities. [btn "Top beachfront hotels in Messonghi" https://www.booking.com/city/gr/mesongi.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korfu-messonghi] Beaches in Messonghi The resort especially attracts with its 3 km long pebble…

Resort, Pebble beach, Sandy beach

Moraitika is located on the east coast of Corfu and is one of the largest and liveliest resorts on the island. In fact, it forms one larger resort with the adjacent Messonghi. [btn "The best last-minute tours to Corfu here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu?gad=p-korfu-moraitika] Moraitika may be a really small town, but it's bursting with life in the summer. Here you'll find many restaurants, shops selling beach equipment and…

Castle

The ruins of Angelokastro (translated as Angel's Castle) offer one of the most beautiful views in all of Corfu. On a clear day you can see the Old Fortress of Kerkyra, which is no coincidence. The two fortresses were meant to communicate with each other in case of danger. Not much remains of the original fortress today. Only the water cistern and the cave chapel of Agia Kyriaki can be seen. The Byzantine-era fortress was probably built in the…

Pebble beach

In the shadow of Corfu's highest mountain, Pantokrator Hill, you'll find the long pebble beach of Barbati, which will especially please lovers of quieter resorts with nice views of the surrounding mountains. The entrance to the water is gradual and Barbati is very accessible. [btn "The best last-minute tours to Barbati" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu/barbati?gad=p-korfu-barbati] By car, you can get here from Corfu in 20…

Cliff, Sandy beach

Logas Beach (sometimes also Loggas) is located on the northwestern tip of the island near Cape Drastis and the town of Peroulades and is often ranked at the top of the list of the most beautiful beaches in Corfu. [btn "The best last-minute tours to Corfu here" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu?gad=p-korfu-logas] A narrow strip of beach with fine sand is surrounded by a white cliff about 20 metres high, which creates unrepeatable…

Stony Beach, Sandy beach, Resort

If you prefer long, flat beaches with full facilities and entertainment, head to the north of Corfu to the resort of Acharavi. [btn "The cheapest tours to Corfu on cestujlevne.com" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu?gad=p-korfu-acharavi] Resort facilities and beaches The more than 3 km long Acharavi beach is sand and shingle with a very gentle entrance to the sea and full facilities. Here you can rent sunbeds and umbrellas …

Pebble beach

The rugged north-eastern coast of Corfu, with its small coves and numerous rocky outcrops, attracts lovers of a quiet holiday. The resorts are small, each offering a few tavernas, small supermarkets and beautiful pebble beaches that are never overcrowded. Among the nicest are Kerasia beach near Agnitsini and, about 2.5 km to the south, Kalami beach in the village of the same name. On both beaches you will enjoy beautiful scenery with…

Mountain

The highest mountain of the island, Pantokrator, climbs to 917 m above sea level. A winding path leads to the top and at the end of it you will find a very nice church and a small café. Pantokrator is a must visit for all those who love 360° views of the whole wide surroundings. From Pantokrator you can see the whole of Corfu, you can easily see the Albanian mainland and enjoy beautiful sunsets and sunrises, of course. How to get there …

Sandy beach, Lake

Chalikounas Beach, more commonly spelled Halikounas or even Xalikounas, is one of the longest natural beaches on the island of Corfu. Over 4 km long and 70 meters wide, the strip of fine golden sand that separates the open sea from the semi-salty Lake Korission will captivate all enthusiasts of little organized and always free beaches with beautiful surroundings. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corfu" https://www.booking.com/region/gr/corfu.en-gb…

Sandy beach

Issos Beach is a long and wide sand dune that stretches between the brackish Lake Korission and the resort of Agios Georgios. Many people confuse this resort with the more famous beach of the same name , Agios Georgios, which you will find at the other end of Corfu. Issos is located on the other side of the lake from Chalikounas beach. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corfu" https://www.booking.com/region/gr/corfu.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p…

Sandy beach, Cliff

The resort of Glyfada (also spelled Glifada) is located in a picturesque part of the western coast of Corfu with steep wooded cliffs into which sandy beaches occasionally slip. Glyfada is one of the very small quiet resorts with a few apartments and guesthouses, one small grocery store, a few tavernas and sunbed and umbrella rentals. In Glyfada there is a place for all those who are looking for peace and quiet of the sea and are not too fond…

Sandy beach

The beaches of Gardenos and Megali Lakka form a single beach about 3 km long with fine sand and crystal clear water overlooking the open sea. Gardenos is one of the calmest large beaches in Corfu with perfect conditions for those seeking peace, quiet and plenty of open space. In addition, if you cross the small stone cliff at the northern end of the beach, you will find yourself on a smaller 150m long sandy beach, where even in summer you will…

Sandy beach

Both beaches with golden sand can be found in the southeast of the island. Although only a narrow pedestrian zone separates them, each offers a completely different atmosphere. Marathias is wide but short compared to Agia Varvara. The sea here is crystal clear and you can frolic in the waves. The beaches are covered with fine golden sand and their total length exceeds 3 km. Southeast Corfu is considerably emptier than the northern half of the…

Water Park

In the middle of the island, about 5 km from Corfu Town, you will find one of the largest water parks in Europe, Aqualand Corfu Water Park. Dozens of water slides and slides, various water attractions, rivers and artificial waves, swimming pools, restaurants and children's pools. [btn "Compare prices for Corfu tours" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu?gad=p-korfu-aqualand] All this is spread over an area of more than 75,000m2.…

Village

The village of Palea Perithia stands on the crest of the sacred mountain Pantokrator. Its picturesque streets and houses from the 15th to 17th century will charm many a tourist. During your visit, be sure to sample some of the local specialties, whether honey delicacies or ginger beer. Palea Perithia is a semi-orphaned village, many of the houses are abandoned, adding to the village's mysterious atmosphere. Today, Palea Perithia is a protected…

Castle

Probably the most popular excursion destination in Corfu is the three-storey Achilleion Castle, located just a few kilometres south of the capital. It was built at the end of the 19th century by Empress Elisabeth of Austria, better known as Sisi, and named after the popular mythical hero Achilles. Several statues of him still stand in the interior and in the castle's parapet. Several scenes of the twelfth James Bond film, "For Your Eyes Only"…

Monastery

Almost within walking distance of Corfu Town (Kerkyra) is a building that graces the front pages of most guidebooks. This small white church stands on a separate islet connected to the island of Corfu by an artificial causeway. The southern end of the runway of Corfu Airport is located in close proximity and the site is thus very popular for the purpose of watching air traffic. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corfu" https://www.booking.com/region…

Lookout

The viewpoint, which is also known in guidebooks as the Imperial Throne, was a favourite place of the German Emperor Wilhelm II, after whom it is also named. The highest point offers a view of the whole central part of the island and also of both coasts. Especially on summer evenings, there is an uncomfortably large number of tourists here to watch the sunset. The Imperial Throne can be found in the village of Pelekas near the resort of…

Island

To the south of Corfu are two smaller islands, Paxos and Antipaxos, which can be visited on your own or with local tour operators. Head to the islands for beautiful natural scenery and, above all, much more tranquillity than Corfu. [btn "The cheapest tours to Corfu on cestujlevne.com" https://www.cestujlevne.com/zajezdy/recko/korfu?gad=p-korfu-paxos] Paxos Larger Paxos has several hotels, beaches and pretty good connections to the island of…

Island

The islet of Erikousa (also Erikoussa or Ereikousa) is one of the three Diapontian islands and the northernmost Greek island in the Ionian Sea. The hilly landscape covered with greenery and the turquoise blue clear sea are similar to Corfu, but only 200 permanent inhabitants live on Erikousa and the island is roughly 1.5 km by 1 km. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corfu" https://www.booking.com/region/gr/corfu.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korfu…

Island

Othoni (also spelled Othonoi) is one of the three Diapontine Islands and is located north of Corfu. It covers an area of about 2 km2and has a permanent population of about 150 people. The islet is mainly known for its magnificent cliffs falling steeply into the sea and also for its sea caves. [btn "The 10 best hotels in Corfu" https://www.booking.com/region/gr/corfu.en-gb.html?aid=2380460;label=p-korfu-othoni] According to one of the Greek…