Travel guide

Corfu

Ionian island of Italian flair

🗓️ Best time: May–June, September💰 Mid-Range · ~$100/day📍 Greece

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About Corfu

A green, mountainous Ionian island that feels more Italian than Greek — Venetian fortresses, Lawrence Durrell's old olive groves, and Paleokastritsa's turquoise coves.

⭐ Things to do in Corfu

Corfu Old Town walkOld FortressPaleokastritsa beachesAchilleion PalaceMt. Pantokrator hikeCanal d'AmourVidos Island swimAngelokastro fortress

🍽️ What to eat in Corfu

Signature local dishes worth seeking out.

Sofrito (garlic veal)PastitsadaBourdeto fish stewKumquat liqueur

✈️ Know before you go

🚕 Getting around

Rent a car or scooter; buses connect main towns.

💡 Local tip

Stay north Corfu — south is package-tourist heavy.

🛡️ Safety

Very safe.

🌙 Nightlife

Kavos for clubbing (avoid); Old Town for upscale bars.