19 best beaches to visit in Corfu

Porto Timoni
Porto Timoni

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…

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Marathias beach
Marathias and Agia Varvara beaches

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…

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Chalikounas beach
Chalikounas beach

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…

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Gardenos beach
Gardenos and Megali Lakka beaches

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…

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Cape Drastis
Logas beach

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…

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Myrtiotissa
Resort Glyfada

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…

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Issa
Issos beach

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…

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Kassiopi
Kassiopi

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…

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Anchors
Sidari

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] …

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Paleokastritsa
Paleokastritsa

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…

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Agios Georgios
Agios Georgios beach

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…

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Agios Gordios
Agios Gordios beach

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] …

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Acharavi
Acharavi beach

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 …

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Kalami
Kalami and Kerasia beaches

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…

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Barbati
Barbati beach

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…

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Messonghi
Messonghi beach

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…

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Coffee
Kavos beach

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…

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Paradise Beach
Paradise Beach

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…

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Moraitika
Moraitika

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…

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