Things To Do
Old Town of Corfu
Old Town Corfu is a UNESCO World Heritage site characterized by its narrow, winding streets, Venetian architecture, and vibrant atmosphere. The town offers a unique blend of historic charm and lively culture, with picturesque squares, ancient fortresses, and a bustling array of shops, cafes, and tavernas.
Corfu Old Fortress
The Old Fortress of Corfu is one of the most impressive fortification works in Greece. It stands on the eastern side of Corfu Old Town, on a rocky peninsula that gets into the sea. This fortress is called Old in contrast to the New Fortress (of Saint Mark), which was also built to protect the town from enemies and pirates.
Achilleion Palace
Achilleion Palace was built by the Empress of Austria Elisabeth in 1890. The palace features a number of Greek-inspired statues and structures. Located on the slopes of Mount Pantokrator, it offers beautiful views of the Ionian Sea and a number of surrounding islands.
Byzantine Museum of Antivouniotissa
Home to an outstanding collection of Byzantine and post-Byzantine icons and artifacts, the exquisite, timber-roofed Church of Our Lady of Antivouniotissa has a double role as church and museum. It stands atop a short, broad stairway that climbs from shore-front Arseniou, and frames views out towards wooded Vidos Island.
Archaeological Museum of Corfu
The Archaeological Museum of Corfu showcases fascinating artifacts from the island's ancient history, including the impressive Gorgon pediment from the Temple of Artemis. It's a must-visit for history lovers, offering a glimpse into Corfu's rich cultural past.
Corfu Beaches
Corfu has a number of beautiful beaches to enjoy. See the link below for a long list of some of the best beaches on the island.
Canal d'amour
This swimmable picturesque canal and its beach is one of the most romantic places on the island and is a great spot to catch the sunset.
Pontikonisi
The tiny islet’s name means ‘Mouse Island’ in Greek. Here you’ll find the seventeenth-century Venetian Monastery of Vlacherna – it’s a beacon of calm amongst a quiet landscape of trees.
Palaiokastritsas
Palaiokastritsa is a village in northwestern The bay of Palaiokastritsa is said to be the place where Odysseus disembarked and met Nausicaa for the first time. The monastery in Palaiokastritsa, which dates from 1225, houses a museum. It is especially known for its great cliffs and nearby beaches.
Mount Pantokrator
Mount Pantokrator, located in northeastern Corfu, is the highest mountain on the island. At the summit, the whole of Corfu can be seen, as well as Albania which lies a short distance from the island.
Theotoky Estate
The boutique winery produces its own cold-pressed olive oil from over 4,000 ecologically managed trees, as well as the famed Theotoky wine, made from the farm's own grapes- it's one of the oldest and most respected estate-bottled vintages in Greece. Visit for a guided tour and tasting in the beautiful Venetian building where the wine is made and stored.
Pontiglio Winery
Pontiglio, located in the south of the island, offers tours and tastings at the small, family-run vineyard and now provides wine for the island’s best restaurants.
Corfu Beer
Founded with the goal of crafting world-class real ale in Corfu, this microbrewery makes five exclusive beers that are now sold throughout Greece. The family-run brewery provides tours that showcase the work and vision of the small team and their sought-after products.
Take a boat trip to Paxos & Antipaxos
For a change of pace take a cruise boat or ferry (~1hr trip) over to the small island of Paxos for a day indulging in some of the best scenery in Greece. You can also take a water taxi from Paxos to Antipaxos. Activities on the islands include scuba diving, snorkeling and enjoying the warm waters off Voutomi Beach, one of the most beautiful spots in the Mediterranean.
Take a day trip to Parga
Parga is a maritime town nestled in a picturesque bay accessible via ferry from Corfu (1hr 30 min trip). Take a stroll up to the old town where you’ll enjoy some distinguished architecture, wander around its cobbled stone streets with beautiful arches, and discover flower-filled neighborhoods with picturesque little houses and colorful mansions.
Angelokastro Castle
Angelokastro Castle is a Byzantine castle located at the top of the highest peak of the island's shoreline in the northwest coast near Palaiokastritsa and built on particularly precipitous and rocky terrain.
Corfu Olive Oil Museum
Learn about the history and process of olive oil production at the Olive Oil Museum. Guided tours and tastings available.
Dr. Kavvadia's Organic Farm
Walk through the olive grove and see the vegetable garden, chicken coop, and see how a sustainable farm works. Visit the modern olive mill and our olive oil storage room. Learn how olive oil is made and have an olive oil tasting session in the traditional olive press room with vegetables from their garden.
