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Corfu
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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...
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
Destination: CorfuPublishing date: 2017-03-20
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]
Destination: CorfuPublishing date: 2017-03-20
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