Many people consider Old Perithia to be a “ghost village” but travelers there have realized that it is one of the most wonderful places to visit on Corfu. The majority of residents of Old Perithia moved to coastal areas in the as and thus the village was abandonded. Nowadays, it features old stone houses and buildings of Venetian architecture along with picturesque pathways for great walking tours.
The Byzantine castle of Kassiopi was among the three castles, having contributed to the defense strategies of Corfu against enemies. Nowadays, visitors have the chance to visit the remains of this castle and learn about the history and architecture of this significant cultural place.
A significant religious place, the church of Virgin Mary of Kassiopi was built in the 16th century and still gains the attention of tourists, since it was a widely-known place of worship in the past, located away from the center of Corfu. This church is open to the public and is a place where visitors can find lots of holy icons.
One of the most cosmopolitan beaches in Corfu, located underneath mount Pantokrator, in a magnificent location. It has pebbles and sand, but mainly it is organized with lounge chairs, umbrellas, cafés, tavernas and bars. There is plethora of accommodation of every type in the surrounding area.
It is close to the city of Corfu and is therefore very popular. It has sand and pebbles and is very well organized with jetties, water sports and boat rental facilities. In the surrounding area you will find a plethora of restaurants, cafés, bars and accommodation of all types. The beach has been awarded the blue flag.
Cosmopolitan Paleokastritsa offers many small beaches with pebbles and sand as well as picturesque rocky coves. It is well known for its deep and especially cold waters. Paleokastritsa is a fully organized sea resort with luxury hotels, rooms to rent, apartments, studios as well as restaurants, cafés and bars right at the edge of the water, offering a gorgeous view.
Awarded the blue flag, this is long sandy beach is one of the most popular on the island. It is frequented by young people as the beach offers bars and cafés. It is a fully organized beach with beach lounge chairs, umbrellas and water sports. You will find waves here when there is wind in the area. There is a great variety of hotels close to the beach.
This is a long, crowded beach with sand and shallow waters, ideal for children. It is fully organized with umbrellas and lounge chairs; a great variety of tavernas and snack bars. Close to the beach you will find hotels and other accommodation.
A very popular beach, awarded the blue flag. It has shallow waters and the beach is sandy and pebbly; it is very close to the city of Corfu. The beach is equipped with jetties, water sports facilities and a great variety of tavernas, cafés, bars, restaurants and hotel complexes.
A crowded, long beach with beautiful sand. The beach is protected from the wind and has been awarded the blue flag. Access is from a downhill road since the beach is situated under mount Pantokrator. There are water sports and boat rental facilities as well as a variety of tavernas, cafés and accommodation facilities.
A long beach with sand and pebbles. It has been awarded the blue flag because of its crystal-clear water. This is a busy beach with water sports facilities, restaurants, snack bars and accommodation facilities in the surrounding area.
One of the most beautiful beaches in Corfu, with sand and pebbles. Situated to the south of the town of Corfu, it offers water sports facilities, a great variety of tavernas and snack bars as well as accommodation.
This is a 87km long sandy beach, one of largest on the island. The waters are shallow, ideal for children and you will find water sports facilities and a large variety of tavernas in the area. In Acharavi you will find a large variety of accommodation facilities, since this is a popular Corfu resort.
A crowded, long sandy beach organized with beach lounge chairs and umbrellas. There is a great variety of tavernas and snack bars here and you will find accommodation in the area.
This is a crowded, resort; the beaches have shallow, safe waters, are sandy or pebbly and surrounded by impressive rocks. They have been awarded the blue flag and are fully organized with water sports facilities, beach lounge chairs and umbrellas. In Sidari, visitors will find a great variety of accommodation facilities and many tavernas, cafés and bars.
To the northeast of Corfu, the shingle of Avlaki offers a perfect alternative for swimming and boat hire. You can have nice moments on the beach as well as you will be able to visit the existing sailing school of the area. Do not forget to savor the taste of the local cuisine in traditional taverns.
Kalamaki or Apraos constitutes a village, being located close to Kassiopi and the lovely beach of St. Spyridon to the northwest of Corfu. The crystalline waters and the sandy beach of this area are almost everything that you need for amazing holidays on the island of Corfu.
In the area of St. Spyridon you will find mostly sandy beaches with shallow sea waters for safe swimming. St. Spyridon offers some basic facilities such as local taverns and a supermarket; alternatively you can head to the adjacent area of Acharavi, one of the largest areas to the north of Corfu.
