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Updated 20 March 2017 Photo: Balate Dorin / Shutterstock.com Corfu Paul Cowan/Shutterstock.com Galyna Andrushko/Shutterstock.com Michael Gleave Corfu is considered by many to be the most beautiful of all the Greek islands. It is the greenest of the Ionian Islands and probably also the best known. The island offers a beguiling landscape of wild flowers, cypress trees, olive trees and several seductively sandy beaches. Corfu also has a major vegetable garden which gives the fresh mountain air a pleasant scent. To the south of Corfu town is Moraitika and Messonghi which have beautiful scenery and beaches. However, the west coast of the island is the most attractive as that is the place where you will find some of the prettiest countryside around and it is also here that you will find the small coves with the sandy beaches surrounded by cliffs and trees. The north coast is more typical Greek with a rocky coastline where the crystal clear Top 5 Museum of Asian Art The Museum of Asian Art is housed in a former state room in the Palace of St. Michael and St. George. The museum is a ‘must-se... The Neo Frourio The Neo Frourio, also known as New Fortress, is an old military complex loaded with interesting tunnels, cellars and dungeons.... Old Perithia The Old Perithia, located in the North East corner of the Island, is a deserted village with roots in the 14th century. This p... Paleokastritsa Paleokastritsa Beach is one of the island's most treasured beauty spots and a great place to enjoy the sunset. You can also en... Achillion Palace This spectacular building, which is located in the village of Gastouri, was originally built in 1890 as a summer retreat for t...
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Updated 20 March 2017

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Corfu

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Michael Gleave

Corfu is considered by many to be the most beautiful of all the Greek islands. Itis the greenest of the Ionian Islands and probably also the best known. Theisland offers a beguiling landscape of wild flowers, cypress trees, olive trees andseveral seductively sandy beaches. Corfu also has a major vegetable gardenwhich gives the fresh mountain air a pleasant scent. To the south of Corfu townis Moraitika and Messonghi which have beautiful scenery and beaches. However,the west coast of the island is the most attractive as that is the place where youwill find some of the prettiest countryside around and it is also here that you willfind the small coves with the sandy beaches surrounded by cliffs and trees. Thenorth coast is more typical Greek with a rocky coastline where the crystal clearwater has chopped into pebbled bays and coves.

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Museum of Asian ArtThe Museum of Asian Art is housed in aformer state room in the Palace of St.Michael and St. George. The museum is a‘must-se...The Neo FrourioThe Neo Frourio, also known as NewFortress, is an old military complex loadedwith interesting tunnels, cellars anddungeons....Old PerithiaThe Old Perithia, located in the North Eastcorner of the Island, is a deserted villagewith roots in the 14th century. This p...PaleokastritsaPaleokastritsa Beach is one of the island'smost treasured beauty spots and a greatplace to enjoy the sunset. You can also en...Achillion PalaceThis spectacular building, which is located inthe village of Gastouri, was originally built in1890 as a summer retreat for t...

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THE CITY

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The name Corfu (Kèrkyra) names not only the

island, but also its capital, which is a beautiful,

sophisticated and charming town. It is also one

of the most elegant island capitals in the whole

of Greece, as it was modernised for the 1994 EU

summit.

The architecture in town is inuenced by the

French, the Italians and the British, but it still

has a contemporary Greek feel to it, which

makes it an amazing place to visit.

DO & SEE

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Corfu is considered by many to be the most

beautiful of all the Greek islands. It is a popular

destination for families and individual tourists,

but also oers interesting cultural opportunities.

The main season includes the summer months

until the beginning of October. It is the greenest

of the Ionian Islands and probably also the best

known. You will be fascinated by a beguiling

landscape of wild owers, cypress trees, olive

trees and several seductively sandy beaches.

Museum of Asian ArtThe Museum of Asian Art is housed in a former

state room in the Palace of St. Michael and St.

George. The museum is a ‘must-see’ for

acionados of art and antiquities from Far East

and India.

Address: Corfu Museum of Asian Art, Palaia Anaktora, Corfu

Opening hours: Tue-Sun 8 am-3 pm

Phone: +30 26610 30443

Internet: www.matk.gr

The Neo FrourioThe Neo Frourio, also known as New Fortress, is

an old military complex loaded with interesting

tunnels, cellars and dungeons. It provides

excellent views of the Old Town and the bay.

Look out for the two lions of St. Mark and the

Venetians inscriptions on the bastion walls

above.

Address: Kerkira, Corfu

Old PerithiaThe Old Perithia, located in the North East

corner of the Island, is a deserted village with

roots in the 14th century. This picturesque

village is a great place to explore. Here can you

take a step back in time or just sit and enjoy a

drink in one of the nice Tavernas afterwards.

Address: Old Perithia, Corfu

PaleokastritsaPaleokastritsa Beach is one of the island's most

treasured beauty spots and a great place to enjoy

the sunset. You can also enjoy the view of the

17th-century monastery and have a look at the

famous carving of the ‘tree of life’ inside it.

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Address: West Corfu, Paleokastritsa, Corfu

Achillion PalaceThis spectacular building, which is located in the

village of Gastouri, was originally built in 1890

as a summer retreat for the Empress Elisabeth of

Austria, known as Princess Sissy, therefore it is

also called Sissy´s Palace. It has several

beautiful Greek sculptures and a wonderful

garden. The view from the terrace is

outstanding, you will comprehend Sissy´s love to

this place.

Address: Achillion Palace, Gastouri, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 56245

Internet: www.achillion-corfu.gr

KassiopiThe old traditional shing village Kassiopi is

located 36 kilometres North East o Corfu town,

surrounded by lush green hills. Kassiopi oers a

range of activities for visitors and is a place

where you can really enjoy your holiday. Visit the

ancient fortress, picturesque harbours or one of

the many easily accessible beaches.

Address: Kassiopi, Corfu

Church of Saint SpiridonReligion is a very important part of life in Corfu

and there are many churches present

everywhere. In the Old Town alone you will nd

about twenty of them. The Church of Saint

Spiridon, located in the centre of the Old Town,

was built in 1590 and is a typical example of the

ecclesiastical architecture of the Ionian Islands

in Greece. Saint Spiridon, the patron of Corfu,

was born, lived and died in this city.

Address: Church of Saint Spiridon, Kerkyra, Corfu

Canal D'AmourSidari represents the most developed tourist

area of the north coast of Corfu and oers nice

beaches. It is also known for the channel of love,

Canal D'Amour, a series of rock formations

which create small bays and a kind of channel

with crystal clear water. According to the legend

lovers who swim into the channel together, will

love each other forever.

Address: Canal D'Amour, Sidari, Corfu

Mount PantokratorWith its 906 metres, Mount Pantokrator is the

highest mountain of the island and oers an

extraordinary and stunning view of Corfu. At the

top of the mountain you will nd a café and a

monastery. Take your chance and enjoy a drink

while absorbing this amazing sight.

Address: Mount Pantokrator, Corfu

Old Fortress - Paleo FrourioPaleo Frourio, 'The Old Fortress', is located on

the eastern side of Corfu Town. It was built by

the Venetians and is a symbol of their power in

the Ionian Sea. Today it is a landmark of the

island and the city and visitors are welcome to

enter and discover the areas of the fortress.

Address: The Esplanade, Corfu

More Info: Located opposite the Liston on the Esplanade.

The British CemeteryA former military cemetery from 1855 where you

can see several graves from both First and

Second World War. The burials are not the only

reason why you should make a visit here.

Between end of February and beginning of June

this is a garden of orchids.

Address: Kolokotroni Street, Corfu Town, Corfu

More Info: Located on Kolokotroni Street, about 300 metres

south of San Rocco Square.

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AqualandWith a location in the middle of Corfu this

attraction is easy to reach from all tourist

destinations on the island. This water land

features waterslides and rides for all ages, so

gather your family or group of friends and

prepare for a day of fun!

Address: Agios Ioannis, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 1058 351

Internet: www.aqualand-corfu.com

Corfu AquariumAt this small but welcoming aquarium you can

see dierent kind of reptiles and sh. Guides are

available to answer all your questions and if you

feel brave they allow you to hold some of the

species.

Address: Paleokastritsa, Corfu

Opening hours: Open every day from 10 am until 8 pm

Phone: +30 26630 41339

Internet: www.corfuaquarium.com

Pyramid Adventure ParkMini Golf, Go-karts, slides and swings are some

of the fun things you nd at Pyramid Adventure

Park. Both young and old can play here, but it is

also possible for adults to stay in the adjacent

restaurant area while the kids enjoy themselves.

Address: St. Spyridon, Perithia, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 3098 495

Internet: www.corfupyramid.com

Horse TrekkingSee the beautiful landscapes of Corfu from the

horse back. Trailriders Horse Trekking take you

on safe rides among the olive trees, vine yards

and meadows. The most comfortable is to wear

long trousers, t-shirt and full shoes but if

necessary the stable can provide it for you.

Address: Ano Korakiana, Corfu

Opening hours: Closed Sundays

Phone: +30 6946 653 317

Internet: www.trailriderscorfu.com

Email: [email protected]

Barbati BeachBarbati Beach is a pebbly beach with crystal

clear water. It is very popular, but requires some

hiking up and down hill to reach.

Address: Barbati Beach, Corfu

Angelokastro - Castle of AngelsThe Angelokastro castle can be found on a

mountain hill top along the shore. The views

from here are stunning.

Address: Angelokastro, Corfu

British CemeteryThe British Cemetery is located near Corfu

Town. If you are in need of peace and quiet, this

is a good place to go for a stroll.

Address: Kolokotroni 22, Corfu Town, Corfu

BEACH LIFE

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Nude bathing is only legal on a few beaches in

Greece and it is considered oensive to the

traditional Greeks. It is also very bad etiquette to

swim or sunbathe within sight of a church and

there are several churches around the Greek

coastline. Topless sunbathing is legal nationwide

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but there are several areas which have adopted

their own policy and opted out of this liberal

approach by posting signs which should not be

ignored.

The police rarely hand out nes but you can end

up with three days in jail if you ignore the rst

warning. The island is full of lovely beaches and

especially Myrtiotissa near Corfu, Glyfada and

Pelekas on the west coast are worth a visit.

There are also plenty of secluded beaches on the

west coast that can be reached by a water-taxi or

by one of the small day-tripper boats for a fee.

DINING

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Kѐrkyra town oers some great restaurants with

delicious food. The best restaurants are based

around Plateia Dimarchiou (Town Hall square)

and along Kapodistriou. The cuisine is inuenced

by many dierent cultures and Italian cuisine

seems to have had a big inuence. Some of the

specialities worth trying are the Sofrito, the

pastitsada and the bourdeto. The gelaterias are

not to be missed either.

MouragiaAt Mouragia you will be served big portions of

Mezedes and sofrito, also excellent kebabs and

some very good seafood dishes. Very popular

among the locals as well as with tourists.

Address: Arseniou 15, Corfu

Phone: +30 2661 033 815

RexRex is claimed to be one of the best restaurants

in town. The menu varies from typical Greek

cuisine to the more northern European. Among

the specialities of the house are several grill

cooked meals.

Address: Kapodistriou 66, Corfu

Phone: +30 2661 039 649

Internet: www.rexrestaurant.gr

Del SoleDel Sole oers fantastic Italian food such as

smoked salmon, antipasti, or seafood as well as

spaghetti and meat dishes. Try the delicious

risotto with a glass of wine and enjoy your

holiday.

Address: 17 Gilford str., Porta Remounda, Corfu

Opening hours: 7 pm-midnight

Phone: +30 26610 32411

Internet: www.delsole.gr

AvliThe gourmet lover will nd classical Greek and

Mediterranean inspired cuisine in this

restaurant, located in the middle of Garitsa Bay.

While overlooking the water from the outdoor

seating you can enjoy fabulous homemade food

and great service.

Address: Alkiviadou Dari 9, Corfu Town, Corfu

Opening hours: Closed Tuesdays

Phone: +30 26610 31291

Internet: www.avlicorfu.com

Telesilla Hotel RestaurantThe family-run Telesilla Hotel Restaurant oers

delightful Greek, Corot and international

dishes. The sta’s nightly Greek dancing gives a

real Greek atmosphere and completes your

vacation feeling.

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Address: Kontokali, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 91820

Internet: www.hoteltelesilla.com

More Info: Next to Gouvia Marina

Jimmy's RestaurantIn the village Pelekas with its sandy beaches you

will nd Jimmy´s Restaurant with local cuisine

on the menu. It is not diicult to forget time and

space in this friendly and comfortable

atmosphere while enjoying Mediterranean

healthy food accompanied by a glass of good

wine.

Address: Pelekas, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 94284

Internet: www.jimmyspelekas.com

Kima RestaurantThe Kima Restaurant is situated on the hill of the

north side of Kassiopi harbour and oers a

fantastic view of the sea. Whether you choose

Greek or international dishes, the prices are

reasonable. The restaurant is also very popular

because of its nice atmosphere and great service.

Address: Kassiopi Harbour, Corfu

More Info: Kassiopi Harbour

Trilogia RestaurantAt one of Kassiopi's most beautiful locations you

nd Trilogia restaurant. In a romantic

atmosphere, Greek and Mediterranean dishes,

made from the freshest ingredients, are served.

Address: Bataria, Kassiopi, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 308 1589

Internet: www.trilogiacorfu.com

Sapori e ViniIf you are longing for good Italian food, this is

the place to go. On the menu you will nd fresh

pasta dishes together with meat and salads. A

wide selection of wines and desserts are also

there to complete your meal.

Address: Solomou 1, Corfu Town, Corfu

Opening hours: Monday closed

Phone: +30 26610 81785

Internet: www.saporievini.gr

More Info: Located by the New Fortress

Sebastian's TavernaEnjoy the avours and authentic feeling of

Greece at this Taverna with over 35 years of

history. Olives and olive oil come from their own

local groves, wine is homemade and if you like

what you eat and want to try it at home you nd

the recipes on their website.

Address: Agios Gordios, Sinarades, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 53256

Internet: www.sebastians-taverna.gr

Taverna MalibuWith beautiful views of the beach and sea, at

Taverna Malibu Greek cuisine (including local

specialities and fresh sh and seafood) is served.

The resort is located at the end of the town road

but if you manage the walk, the sunset will be

an amazing drop scene for your dinner.

Address: Agios Georgios, Corfu

Internet: www.corfu-malibu.gr

Vitamins TavernaIf you want to try specialities from Corfu you

should visit this family run taverna in the town of

Nissaki. On the menu you can nd a wide array

of local wines to accompany your meal and you

will see that both food and drinks are reasonable

priced.

Address: Nissaki, Corfu

Phone: +30 26630 91278

Internet: www.vitaminstaverna.com

The Islands RestaurantRelax and enjoy your dinner in the lush garden

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or order a delicious cocktail from the bar built

around a huge olive tree. The menu oers both

traditional Greek and International dishes and

there is also a special menu for children.

Address: Moraitika, Corfu

Internet: www.theislandsrestaurant.com

Email: [email protected]

CAFES

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Corfu town has a plethora of cafés and most of

them are lined along the main pedestrian street

Listón. A true Corfu experience is to indulge in

people-watching while you are enjoying your

frappé (ice-coee drink).

The Big Bite Snack Bar & CreperieIn Northern Corfu, situated a short walk from

Sidari beach and Canal D’Amour beach, you can

nd this snack bar with a selection of crepes,

wraps, baguettes and breakfast. You can also

order a coee, homemade iced-tea or milkshake

to accompany your snack.

Address: Main road, Canal D’Amour, Sidari, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 172 509

Internet: www.spanglesh.com/thebigbite

En PloEn Plo guarantees a fresh sea breeze and a

lovely view. This place is less busy than the cafés

at the centre of town and a good place to enjoy

the waterfront.

Address: Gate of St. Nikolaos, Faliraki, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 81813

Internet: www.enplocorfu.com

Akrotiri CafeIn North-West Corfu lies this café/bar at the top

of the cape. With a stunning view of the ocean

this makes it a perfect place to enjoy coee,

cakes, ice cream or sandwiches. Or why not

enjoy a cocktail while watching the sunset?

Address: San Stefanos, Corfu

Phone: +30 693 752 2710

Internet: www.akrotiri-cafe.com

Pelekas CaféAt the Pelekas Café you can enjoy a nice

breakfast or lunch. When the evening falls, you

can re-boost with a nice cold beer.

Address: Pelekas Beach, Corfu

Phone: +30 69820 76730

Internet: www.pelekascafe.com

More Info: [email protected]

Jeni's Mediterranean Moments CafeJeni's Mediterranean Moments Cafe oers

amazing cookies, superb desserts and excellent

service. It is claimed that you should not miss the

milkshakes!

Address: Main Street, Sidari, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 309 9129

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BARS & NIGHTLIFE

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Kèrkyra town and the Island as such have plenty

to oer when it comes to nightlife. Some of the

nicest bars on the island are located in the town

centre and most of the nightlife action on the

island is on Corfu’s self-proclaimed disco strip

which lies only a couple of kilometres north of

town centre.

Cavalieri Roof TerraceLocated at the roof top of the Cavalieri hotel, this

stunning bar can be heaven at night and stays

open until the early hours of the morning. Here

you can expect a very good atmosphere and an

excellent drink selection.

Address: Capodistrisou Street 4, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 39041

Internet: www.cavalieri-hotel.com

More Info: Cavalieri hotel

Edem Beach NightclubEdem Beach Nightclub opened in 1988 and then

served as a beach bar daytime and as a rock club

night time. It is a popular hangout for all kind of

people and they play a mix of old goodies with

the latest on the charts.

Address: Dassia, Corfu

Phone: +30 2661 093 013

Internet: www.edemclub.com

Golden BeachIf you are you a fan of Elvis you should probably

not miss this bar. At Golden Beach every evening

has a dierent theme and Elvis night is one of

them. However, if you are not a fan of Elvis

maybe the Latin-American or Traditional Greek

dancing nights will suit you better.

Address: Moraitika, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 75564

Internet: www.goldenbeachbar.com

Cactus BarWhether you feel like just having a cup of

delicious coee in the afternoon or party all

night long, Cactus Bar is a good choice. The DJ

will play your favourite tunes until you leave the

dance oor.

Address: Paleokastritsa, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 304 1015

Madison Garden BarIn the heart of Agios Gordios village you can nd

the popular Madison Garden Bar. This is a great

place to enjoy a Frozen Strawberry Daiquiri or a

refreshing Mojito in a laidback atmosphere.

Address: Main Street, Agios Gordios, Corfu

Phone: +30 26610 53214

Internet: www.seabreeze-aghios-gordios.gr

Maria's Famous Karaoke Fun PubAs the name reveals, the Maria's Famous

Karaoke Fun Pub is the place to go for karaoke

and fun. Here everyone is welcome, young and

old.

Address: Kontiki, Kavos, Corfu

Kazzoos Cocktail BarThe Kazzoos Cocktail Bar is highly appreciated

by its guests. Here you can enjoy a couple of

drinks in the company of friends and family. If

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you enjoy quiz or karaoke nights make sure to

show up for one for those.

Address: Agios Georgios, Corfu

The Lemon TreeThe Lemon Tree is a quirky, cool bar located in

Agios Gordios. This is a good place to go if you

enjoy old classics and cocktails. The selection of

sprits here is large, how about a Mango

Daiquiri?

Address: Agios Gordios, Corfu

Phone: +30 698 676 0820

Easy Busy BarAt this laid-back waterfront bar you are always

greeted with a smile. Here you can play pool,

have a few drinks and watch sports. If you want,

you can give the Greek beer Mythos a try.

Address: St. George South, Agios Georgios, Corfu

O2You can nd O2 near the beach and marina in

Corfu Town. Here you can linger over a couple of

drinks in the afternoon and party hard until the

sun rises again.

Address: Gouvia Center, Corfu Town, Corfu

Unlimit Cocktail BarThe cool and cosy Unlimit Cocktail Bar is ideally

located in Corfu Town. Here you can mingle with

friends and enjoy colorful cocktails. Right next

to this cocktail bar you can nd a restaurant that

is claimed to serve the best carbonara ever.

Address: Kerkira, Corfu

Phone: +30 698 730 4196

Sharon's Pool BarSharon's Pool Bar is a great place to relax,

located only 30 seconds from the beach. Here

you can lay in lounges by the pool, have a swim

when it gets too hot and order something cooling

from the pool bar.

Address: Sea Front, Arillas, Corfu

Illusions BarIf you enjoy sports you can visit the Illusions Bar.

The three brothers who own the bar will make

you feel more than welcome. Here you can listen

to great DJ's, watch sports and buy inexpensive

drinks.

Address: Kassiopi, Corfu

Robin's Nest BarThe Robin's Nest Bar is both quirky and fun.

Here you can dress up in costumes and play dart,

the ideal place to meet new friends and enjoy

amazing drinks.

Address: Agios Gordios, Corfu

MojitosMojitos is a nice beach bar with a lovely view of

the water. This place is highly recommended by

its guests as they oer a great location, friendly

sta and great wine.

Address: The Main Strip, Sidari, Corfu

Europa BarAt Europa Bar you can choose between draft

beer, wine and mixed drinks. This is a good place

to watch sports, play pool and board games.

Here you can also enjoy live karaoke.

Address: Agios Georgios, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 205 1664

Internet: www.europa-bar.webs.com

The BoathouseThe Boathouse oers a relaxing setting right by

the beach. From here you get great views of the

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water.

Address: Roda, Corfu

Phone: +30 693 963 5000

Malibu SummerAt Malibu Summer you can sit on the padded

loungers and listen to relaxing music. This is an

ideal beach hang-out with great snacks and

drinks.

Address: Dassia Beach, Dassia, Corfu

SHOPPING

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Corfu oers a large variety of shops. Down the

cobbled streets and alleyways you can nd

everything from a small gift and souvenir shop to

a boutique with exclusive Italian designer

clothes. There are many interesting shops in

between, but the best deal can be made on

leather goods, jewellery, gold, silver and fur

coats. However, if you are going to buy jewellery

it is important that you use a reputable jeweller.

The area around Ionian Sea is famous for its

ceramic work and there are plenty of

opportunities to see just that on display in the

shop windows around town. Naturally, it is also

being sold in most of the souvenir shops around

town.

Probably the most unusual and the most

fascinating is the amount of hand-woven carpets,

tablecloths, napkins, skirts and blouses of lace

and cotton which are available in Corfu town.

Heavy white stitched sweaters, which are made

on the Aegean Island, are also very popular

among tourists. Other typical Greek things to

bring home could be the skewers for souvlaki,

and also the Greek pastries are very tasty. There

are usually bargains to be found if you are

willing to negotiate, and the prices tend to fall a

little when the tourist season is about to end.

Corfu SpiritThis guest friendly shop can be found in

Acharavi. Corfu Spirit is a great place to shop for

local products such as oils, gifts, sweets and

cosmetics.

Address: Main Street, Acharavi, Corfu

Ionian Sea AreaThe area around Ionian Sea is famous for its

ceramic work and there are plenty of

opportunities to see just that on display in the

shop windows around town. Naturally, it is also

being sold in most of the souvenir shops around

town.

Good buysProbably the most unusual and the most

fascinating is the amount of hand-woven carpets,

tablecloths, napkins, skirts and blouses of lace

and cotton which are available in Corfu town.

Heavy white stitched sweaters, which are made

on the Aegean Island, are also very popular

among tourists. Other typical Greek things to

bring home could be the skewers for souvlaki,

and also the Greek pastries are very tasty. There

are usually bargains to be found if you are

willing to negotiate, and the prices tend to fall a

little when the tourist season is about to end.

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Mezzo MezzoMezzo Mezzo is one of Greece's leading fashion

boutiques and one of their shops can be found in

Corfu Town. Here you can nd a unique selection

of designer clothes.

Address: 38 Nikiforou Theotoki St., Corfu

Internet: www.mezzomezzocorfu.gr

Corfu GalleryIf you enjoy art you should pay a visit to the

Corfu Gallery, a gallery ideally located in the city

centre of Corfu Town. Here you can enjoy

paintings, sculpture and much more.

Address: 72 Nikiforou Theotoki Str, Corfu Town, Corfu

Phone: +30 266 102 5796

Internet: www.corfugallery.com

Queens AccessoriesHandmade rings and earrings are just two

examples of accessories you can nd here.

Queens Accessories is located in Roda on the

north side of the island.

Address: Roda, Corfu

Opening hours: Mon-Sun 10 am-10.30 pm

Phone: +30 2663 064768

Paramythia Traditional CheesesWherever you turn in this shop you will see

cheese, cheese and more cheese. So if you like

this versatile delicacy, you have come to the

right place.

Address: Velissariou 12, Corfu Town, Corfu

Mundo Maya Ethnic ShopThe Mundo Maya Ethnic Shop is full of ethnic

clothes and accessories, a great choice if you

want to give more life and colour to your

wardrobe. You can also nd this shop in Sidari.

Address: Acharavi, Corfu

Art of Olive WoodThe beautiful Art of Olive Wood shop is exactly

what it sounds like, this is where you can nd

ne olive wood art made by Kostas Avlonitis. The

olive art has passed down from generation to

generation.

Address: Armenades, Corfu

Perdita’s Glass ArtPerdita’s Glass Art is located in San Stefanos

(Agios Stefanos). Perdita is a woman who has

lived and created art on Corfu for a very long

time. Here you can nd hand-made stained glass,

old pots and much more.

Address: Perdita Mouzakitis, Agios Stefanos, Avliotes, Corfu

Phone: +30 26630 99027

Internet: www.perditasglassart.com

Corfu MicrobreweryIf you like beer you can visit the Corfu

Microbrewery located on the north-western part

of the island. Here you can try four dierent

types of beer. You can visit the brewery on

Thursdays and Saturdays.

Address: Corfu Beer, Arillas, Corfu

Phone: +30 2663 0520 72

Email: [email protected]

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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION

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Tourist Traps

The most common tourist

trap on Corfu is

overly-expensive taxi

rides. Therefore it is a

good idea to insist that all

fares are shown on the

meter. Some restaurants overcharge on the bill

so it is generally a good idea to check your bill

before you just pay the amount requested.

However, most establishments are reasonably

honest.

Photo: Noah Mormino

Corfu International Airport

The oicial name of Corfu

International Airport is

Ioannis Kapodistrias

International Airport, but

it is often called Kerkyra

Corfu Airport or just

Corfu Airport. It is located three kilometres

south of Corfu City.

There is a bus station next to the Arrivals hall

where buses leave for destinations all over the

island. A trip into Corfu city takes approximately

10 minutes. You can also nd taxis outside the

terminal building.

Photo: Juan Garces

Address: Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport, Corfu

Phone: + 30 26610 89600 / +30 26610 45829

Internet: www.corfu-airport.com

Public Transport

From central Corfu there

are buses to take you to

dierent destinations on

the island and they are

reasonably reliable. The

long distance buses leave

from the bus station which is close to the New

Port in Corfu Town and the local bus station is on

Pleteia San Rocco. The green buses are the long

distance ones and the blue buses are local. If

you do not like the buses there is always the

possibility of hiring a car or a motorcycle to take

you around the island’s lovely and attractive

beaches.

Photo: Pierre-Luc Auclair

Internet: www.ktelkerkyras.gr

Post

The post boxes on Corfu

are yellow and stamps

can be bought in shops

and kiosks. You can nd

post oices in villages

throughout the

island.

Main Post Oice:

Photo: Andy Fuchs

Address: Alexandras Avenue, Corfu Town

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PharmacyPharmacies are open

during shop hours and

there is always one

pharmacy open in Corfu

town at night and at

weekends. Most resorts

have their own pharmacy.

Photo: Gemma Garner

Telephone

Country code: +30 Area

code: 2661

Photo: Jardson Almeida

Electricity

220 volt, two legged

round plugs.

Photo: Stirling Tschan

Population102,071

CurrencyEuro: € 1 = 100 cents

Opening hoursShops are open from 8 am to 2.30 pm, with closure for a siesta. The shops re-open again from 5.30 pm until 8.30 pmMonday to Saturday. Many shops are closed on Sunday,depending where on the island you are visiting. Exceptionsare noted in specific listings.

NewspapersKathimerini (National daily)Eleftherotypia (National daily)To Vima (National daily), Do not despair if you cannot read the Greek language as

day-old English newspapers are usually available fromvarious newsstands in Corfu.

Emergency numbersAmbulance: 166Police: 100Fire Brigade: 199

Tourist informationMunicipality of CorfuMichael Theotoki Square, Kèrkyra (Corfu town)+30 26610 [email protected]

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