Corfu Travel Costs & Things to Do

Stay

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Relaxed

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OVERVIEW

Corfu is a green Ionian island of low mountains, olive groves and deeply indented shores. The main town contains Venetian fortifications, arcaded streets and pastel buildings, while villages and beaches are spread across the wider island. Northern areas are more mountainous, and the west coast has steeper cliffs and open-sea beaches.

Road trips reveal strong contrasts between the historic capital, resort bays and quiet inland settlements. Walking routes cross olive country and hill villages, while boat trips reach coves inaccessible by road. Development is substantial in some coastal areas, but quieter landscapes remain easy to find away from the main resorts.

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THINGS TO DO

Trace Corfu’s historic quarter

Use Corfu’s historic quarter to understand a specific part of Corfu’s past rather than viewing it without context. Allow time for interpretation, not only the most photographed exterior. Choose it only if it fits your base and route.

History

2–4 hours

Cruise Corfu’s main waterways

Choose a boat trip that gives a clear view of Corfu’s main waterways and the surrounding landscape. Routes and operating periods vary, so confirm the departure point and current schedule. Choose it only if it fits your base and route.

Cruises

1–4 hours

Admire Corfu’s landmark architecture

Look closely at Corfu’s landmark architecture for a concrete introduction to Corfu’s built character. Notice the materials, street setting and later changes as well as the main façade. Choose it only if it fits your base and route.

Architecture

1–3 hours

Find Corfu’s coastline

Spend time at Corfu’s coastline rather than treating every nearby beach as interchangeable. Swimming conditions, access and facilities can vary, so check locally before entering the water. Choose it only if it fits your base and route.

Beaches

2–5 hours

Drive Corfu’s coastal roads

Build a manageable drive through Corfu’s coastal roads, allowing for stops and slower roads. In a destination as spread out as Corfu, choose a route that works from your base.

Road Trips

Half or full day

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PRACTICAL INFORMATION

Languages

Greek

Currency

Euro · EUR

Payments

Cards accepted

Tipping