Marie's guide on what to do while in Corfu

Marie
Marie's guide on what to do while in Corfu

Αξιοθέατα

This was the residence of the ex king of Greece. The grounds are a great place for a walk.
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Mon Repos
16 Dairpfela
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This was the residence of the ex king of Greece. The grounds are a great place for a walk.
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Monastère de Vlacherna
163 Paleopolis
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This is the old Fortress of Corfu. One of the most famous tourist attractions on the island .
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Ancienne forteresse vénitienne
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This is the old Fortress of Corfu. One of the most famous tourist attractions on the island .
Princess Sissi's palace is well worth a visit. Watch out for some spectacular views from the gardens.
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Achilleion
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Princess Sissi's palace is well worth a visit. Watch out for some spectacular views from the gardens.
Visit Angelokastro near Palaiokastritsa and you wont regret it. The views from the top are breathtakingly beautiful.
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Angelokastro
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Visit Angelokastro near Palaiokastritsa and you wont regret it. The views from the top are breathtakingly beautiful.
The Liston in Corfu, with arcaded terraces and fashionable cafes, was built in 1807 by the French imperial commissioner Mathieu de Lesseps. It is an excellent example of architecture from the Napoleonic period, when Corfu was part of the First French Empire. The design was inspired by the Rue de Rivoli, Paris.
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Liston
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The Liston in Corfu, with arcaded terraces and fashionable cafes, was built in 1807 by the French imperial commissioner Mathieu de Lesseps. It is an excellent example of architecture from the Napoleonic period, when Corfu was part of the First French Empire. The design was inspired by the Rue de Rivoli, Paris.
The orthodox church of the patron saint ( St. Spiridon) of the island. In its lane you will find numerous souvenir shops.
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Église Saint-Spiridon
32 Αγίου Σπυρίδωνος
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The orthodox church of the patron saint ( St. Spiridon) of the island. In its lane you will find numerous souvenir shops.
A Greek islet near the island of Corfu. Its prominent feature is a Byzantine chapel of Pantokrator, dating from the 11th or 12th century.
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Pontikonisi
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A Greek islet near the island of Corfu. Its prominent feature is a Byzantine chapel of Pantokrator, dating from the 11th or 12th century.

Φαγητό

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Avli Restaurant Corfu
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This is a fish/sea food restaurant in the Garitsa bay area. Don't forget to try the Greek salad which includes lovely fresh tomatoes.
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TA PSARAKIA TSI GARITSAS (Fish Tavern)
7-9 Alkiviadou Dari
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This is a fish/sea food restaurant in the Garitsa bay area. Don't forget to try the Greek salad which includes lovely fresh tomatoes.
One of the best pizzas in Corfu town. Make sure to pre-book your table as it's quite busy.
Margherita Pizza Artigianale Corfu
19 Αγ. Πάντων
One of the best pizzas in Corfu town. Make sure to pre-book your table as it's quite busy.
Great place to sample some traditional tsipouro. Tsipouro is a pure grape distillate, similar to Italian Grappa. As the drink is quite strong containing 40-45% alcohol by volume, it is advisable to have a 'meze' with it.( Meze is a selection of small dishes served as appetizers)
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Alatopípero
16 Prosalendou
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Great place to sample some traditional tsipouro. Tsipouro is a pure grape distillate, similar to Italian Grappa. As the drink is quite strong containing 40-45% alcohol by volume, it is advisable to have a 'meze' with it.( Meze is a selection of small dishes served as appetizers)
Situated by the new fortress in Corfu town, this restaurant offers tasty Mexican food along with some great cocktails. Try and book your table in advance!
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La Tabernita Mexicana
31 Dionisiou Solomou
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Situated by the new fortress in Corfu town, this restaurant offers tasty Mexican food along with some great cocktails. Try and book your table in advance!
One of my personal favorites after I swim at Bataria beach mentioned in this guide. Try the platter of assorted seafood along with a Greek salad and you cant go wrong.
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Tavernaki, traditional taverna
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One of my personal favorites after I swim at Bataria beach mentioned in this guide. Try the platter of assorted seafood along with a Greek salad and you cant go wrong.
Another hidden gem in the north of the island with views of astrakeri's beach.
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Gregorys Fish Taverna
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Another hidden gem in the north of the island with views of astrakeri's beach.
Great restaurant which is familiar among locals for its generous portions and quality.
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Paxinos
Κερκυρα
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Great restaurant which is familiar among locals for its generous portions and quality.
If you are a seafood lover, this is the restaurant for you. Karidis restaurant is considered as on of the best on the island set in the traditional village of Boukari in the South of the island.
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Boukari spiros karidis fresh fish lobster alive
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If you are a seafood lover, this is the restaurant for you. Karidis restaurant is considered as on of the best on the island set in the traditional village of Boukari in the South of the island.
Gourmet restaurant with excellent wine and excellent service placed in the Campielo area of Corfu town.
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Venetian Well
1 Sofokleous Dousmani
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Gourmet restaurant with excellent wine and excellent service placed in the Campielo area of Corfu town.

Beaches worth visiting

Paleokastritsa is the most famous and probably most picturesque beach resort of the island. Huge, green cliffs surround the coast and many sea caves can be visited by boat around Paleokastritsa.
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Palaiokastritsa
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Paleokastritsa is the most famous and probably most picturesque beach resort of the island. Huge, green cliffs surround the coast and many sea caves can be visited by boat around Paleokastritsa.
A lovely sandy beach to visit.
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Paralia Kontogialos
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A lovely sandy beach to visit.
Lovely pebble beach with pretty colors. One of my personal favorites!
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Bataria Beach
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Lovely pebble beach with pretty colors. One of my personal favorites!
Arillas beach is the perfect spot to watch the sunset, has really clear water and is quite long compared to other beaches, so perfect for romantic walks on the shore.
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Arillas Beach
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Arillas beach is the perfect spot to watch the sunset, has really clear water and is quite long compared to other beaches, so perfect for romantic walks on the shore.
The beach is close to Analipsi and Garitsa. Great for those days you do not want to travel a long distance.
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Mon Repos Beach
Theotoki
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The beach is close to Analipsi and Garitsa. Great for those days you do not want to travel a long distance.
Fantastic theme water park for both children and adults. Open from 10 am until 6 pm.
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Parc aquatique Aqualand Corfu
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Fantastic theme water park for both children and adults. Open from 10 am until 6 pm.
Amazing long sandy beach. Ideal for sea sports especially for kite surfers and wind surfers.
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Halikounas Beach
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Amazing long sandy beach. Ideal for sea sports especially for kite surfers and wind surfers.
The beach owns its name to the beautiful Monastery of Virgin Mary Myrtiotissa which is located just above it. It is an unorganised beach, totally unspoiled and unofficially nudist.
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Paralia Mirtiotissa
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The beach owns its name to the beautiful Monastery of Virgin Mary Myrtiotissa which is located just above it. It is an unorganised beach, totally unspoiled and unofficially nudist.
The famous coves of Canal d'Amour are situated at the west of Sidari, on the northern side of the island. It is one of the most impressive and photographed spots of Corfu.
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Canal d'Amour Beach
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The famous coves of Canal d'Amour are situated at the west of Sidari, on the northern side of the island. It is one of the most impressive and photographed spots of Corfu.
Beautiful beach with white pebbles located on the East coast
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Plage de Barbati
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Beautiful beach with white pebbles located on the East coast

Bars and Cafes

A great place to enjoy your drink in the evening with spectacular views of the old fortress.
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NAOK Azur
1 Leof. Dimokratias
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A great place to enjoy your drink in the evening with spectacular views of the old fortress.
While up north, pay a visit to this bar where the sunset is breathtaking. Extra tip: try and get there in advance (prior to sunset) and sit on one of the swings the bar has while enjoying a cocktail.
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7th Heaven
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While up north, pay a visit to this bar where the sunset is breathtaking. Extra tip: try and get there in advance (prior to sunset) and sit on one of the swings the bar has while enjoying a cocktail.
This place combines it all. In Corfu town, have a swim, a drink in the evening, great views of the Old Fortress, have a snack...
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Imabari Seaside Lounge Bar and Restaurant
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This place combines it all. In Corfu town, have a swim, a drink in the evening, great views of the Old Fortress, have a snack...
The famous among locals bar, in the beautiful historical Liston.
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Kohlias Cafe
16 Eleftherias
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The famous among locals bar, in the beautiful historical Liston.
A good cafe/bar where all the fuss and buzz happens.
Dell'Acque - Music & more
42 Evgeniou Voulgareos
A good cafe/bar where all the fuss and buzz happens.

Nightlife in Corfu

Great club, with great vibes.
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54 Dreamy Nights
54 Eth. Antistaseos
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Great club, with great vibes.
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Elite Luxury Moments
48 Eth. Antistaseos
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This bar is open until late and is famous for its cocktails.
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WHY BAR
36 Eth. Antistaseos
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This bar is open until late and is famous for its cocktails.

Conseils sur la ville

Déplacements

Blue 🔵 and green 💚 busses to get around

The best way to get around Corfu when you haven't rented a car or motorbike is by bus. They are much cheaper than the taxis however require more time. Please note that the blue busses are for close to town destinations and the green busses are for longer destinations.
Phrases utiles

It all sounds Greek to me!

Here are a few phrases that will be useful to you while in Corfu. Kaliméra: Good morning Kalispéra: Good evening Kalinihta: Goodnight Efharistó: Thanks While in a restaurant: Can I have the menu please: Ton katálogo parakaló. Can I have the bill please:Ton logariasmó parakaló.
Réservez avant de partir

Trip to Paxos and Antipaxos

I highly recommend a day trip to the beautiful islands just south of Corfu, Paxos and Antipaxos. Check online the breathtaking Voutoumi beach of Antipaxos!!! One boat trip company is Joy cruises where you can book your tickets 🎟️ The trip starts from 9:00 am and ends at 19:00 pm where you will be back at Corfu.