Corfu (Kerkyra) is the northernmost and evergreen Ionian island, separated from Albania by a strait less than two kilometers wide. The landscape on Corfu is very varied with a mountainous north for beautiful walks and full of beautiful bays and charming villages. The central part of the island of Corfu is hilly and in the south you will encounter a low plain with many olive trees, cypresses and the Korrision lake with water birds and beautiful nature.

Benitses – is a small seaside resort with about 25 shops, more than 10 bars, a disco and a disco bar, more than 25 eateries and money withdrawal options. The beaches around Benitses are short and narrow. The center is located along the main road and here you will find several restaurants and bars around the square.

Corfu is the second largest Ionian island after Kefalonia. The capital, port and undisputed center is Corfu Town (Kerkyra). The city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and consists of an atmospheric mix of fortresses, churches, museums and houses. The Venetian fortress and the old city walls with pedestrian promenades are definitely worth a visit. During the Orthodox Easter, Kerkyra is the center of Easter celebrations in Greece. The city then has a full daily program and attracts many visitors from Greece and abroad. Another annual event is the Corfu Festival. International musicians show their skills at various locations in Kerkyra in the summer month of July. It is best to park your car at the large paid parking lot at Liston (+/- 3.50 euros for a day) or at the old port (+/- 3.00 euros for a day). The center has many shops, more than 100 bars, seven large discotheques, more than 10 disco bars, countless eateries and money withdrawal options.

Corfu (Corfu) is also known for the palace of Empress Sissi (Achilleion). Sissi was empress of Austria and Hungary and known for the film of the same name. The palace can be visited daily for a fee. Furthermore, a part of the James Bond film “For Your Eyes Only” was shot on Corfu.

Excursions that can be made during your holiday include a river safari in mainland Greece, a day trip to Albania, a large island tour with a visit to the palace of Sissi (Achilleion), a boat trip along the caves at Paleokastritsa, a day of swimming in Aqualand water park and a boat trip to picturesque Parga and Paxos Island.

What you should not miss during your holiday on Corfu. The top 10 of Corfu:

Kerkyra – the capital with beautiful shopping streets and buildings, the two fortresses and the Liston.
Peroulades – great view from the high sand cliffs and great for the sunset.
Agios Georgios Pagon – whole bay with sandy beach and the roads from the south and north sides.
Paleokastritsa – beautiful coves, rocks, deserted stands and the monastery.
Achilleion – the palace of Empress Sissi of Austria.
Pelekas – the imperial throne and the beach of Kontogialos.
Kouloura and Kerasia – horseshoe-shaped harbor of Kouloura and beautiful bay of Kerasia.
Pantokrator – highest mountain of Corfu with a beautiful road to it and the view.
Kalamaki beach – sandy beach with gently sloping seawater ideal for small children.
Kassiopi – cozy fishing village with the old fortress and small beautiful bays.
Field trips

If you are on holiday on the Greek island of Corfu, you can plan many different days out. An organized excursion on the island itself or by boat to another island, the mainland or even Albania. We have listed 7 Corfu excursions for you that you can undertake from many holiday destinations on the green Ionian island.

1.Paxos and Anti Paxos. These two islands are located just south of Corfu and daily organized excursions to both islands depart from the ports of Kerkyra and Lefkimmi. On Paxos you in any case moor in the capital Gaios. A pleasant boulevard with many terraces and shops with a view of the sailing yachts in the harbor. You sail past the Blue Caves to one of the beautiful beaches on Anti-Paxos for a dip in the sea. Ferries also run to Gaios from Kerkyra and Lefkimmi. They leave several times a day, so you can organize your day trip to Paxos yourself.

2. Rent a boat. Rent a motorboat for a day in the north of Corfu. You can rent this boat in Kassiopi and Agios Stefanos on the northeast coast. You don't need a license and you can go on board with the whole family. It is also possible to arrange such a day at sea in Paleokastritsa and Liapades on the northwest coast. Sail to secluded coves and snorkel along the coast. In the summer it is wise to book a motorboat in advance.

3. Parga and Sivota. On the mainland of Greece in the Epirus region are the coastal towns of Parga and Sivota. Yes, departure from Kerkyra to both charming destinations in combination with a visit to the blue lagoon for a dip in the sea. Enjoy shopping in Parga and stroll along the boulevard of Sivota. A lovely day trip from Corfu.

4. Albania. You will depart from Corfu by hydrofoil to the city of Sarande in Albania. Please note that you need a visa and this will be charged extra with your excursion. Please ask in advance. In Albania, go to the archaeological site of Butrinth and see the black eye in a lake. You will also have time to discover part of the city of Sarande.

5. Jeep safari. Doing a Jeep Safari in a group during your holiday on Corfu is also possible. In the northwest, you can tour Cape Drastis, Afionas and Arillas with a stop at the local brewery. An alternative is a safari to the Pantokrator (highest mountain of Corfu) in the northeast. For sports enthusiasts there is the possibility to leave the car and do the tour on a mountain bike.

6. Corfu Town evening cruise. Several times a week in high season, a boat departs from the port of Kassiopi to the capital Kerkyra. You leave at the end of the afternoon (beginning of the evening) and you have the opportunity to discover the capital of Corfu for four in the evening. Don't feel like driving yourself with a rental car? Then this cruise is a possibility. Nice shopping, strolling and enjoying.

7. BBQ cruise. BBQ cruises are offered in both the northeast and northwest. From the port of Kassiopi boats leave for sandy beach (Kalamaki beach) and Sinies. An organized BBQ cruise to Paradise beach can be booked from Paleokatstritsa. It's all combinations of beach, snorkeling, swimming and some food.

Of course there are more day trips to book than these 7 excursions on Corfu. You can easily organize the Achilleion, Kerkyra or Aqualand yourself with a rental car during your holiday on Corfu.

 

source: https://griekenland.net/griekse-eilanden/corfu/