What you will learn from this article
You are planning to visit Corfu Island and you don’t know where to stay? In this article you will get to know;
- Corfu cities and villages
- Adventrures you can book right away
- The best experiences in each area
- The facilities each place has to offer
Learn what are the best Corfu Towns!
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Keep reading to discover hidden treasures all over Corfu Island and you won’t regret it!
Key Takeaways?
- 1. Corfu is filled with a variety of villages each offering unique experiences. This variety ensures that every type of traveler can find a place that suits their preferences, from those seeking lively entertainment to those looking for a peaceful retreat.
- 2. Many villages like Lefkimmi are praised for their efforts in preserving traditional local life, despite the pressures of tourism. This gives visitors a chance to experience authentic Greek culture through local foods, traditional music and customary activities such as ouzo tasting and meze.
- 3. Corfu’s villages not only offer cultural experiences but also boast significant natural and historical attractions. We encourage you to explore these scenic and historic elements to fully appreciate the diverse offerings of the ilsand.
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The best towns in Corfu haven’t even been discovered but mass tourism yet. Visit them before it is too late…
Experience the traditional everyday life of the locals in the small Corfu villages. Be a part of another culture and live the life of Corfu Island. Let’s discover together what you shouldn’t miss.
The best Corfu Towns
Corfu Towns and Corfu villages are beyond beautiful and you have so many activities to try and things to do. Find the perfect Corfu village for you and pack your bags to visit it.
Picturesque villages in Corfu are waiting for you to discover them and spend your days there. In this list you are going to take a quick look at the best villages in Corfu. Are you ready?
Corfu Town
First on the list is no other than Corfu Town. It is the capital of the island. Its architecture stands out and it is highly influenced by the Italians, whilst it also has two fortresses, amazing museums, churches and many more! It has a wild nightlife, many bars and restaurants and of course cafes and brunch places for the day. If you have a car there are countless options on places you can visit.
Benitses
Benitses village is really close to Corfu Town and they offer a piece of mind to the ones that choose to stay there. There are many beaches in the village. The bigger one combines sand and peddles and it allows you to try watersports and rent boats to explore the sea. The others are smaller and more quiet.
Lefkimmi
The village is one of the biggest in Corfu. Over the years it has not changed for tourism and it keeps its traditions alive. If you want to experience the true locals of Corfu this is the destination for you! There are many places in which you can try ouzo and delicious “meze”.
There is also a river that crosses the town and a small beach just 2 kilometers away. You will also find many local stores to purchase what you need.
In the village there are tavernas with traditional Greek food but there are no bars, since the nights are quiet here.
The best Corfu Villages
Sidari
On the North West part of Corfu you come across Sidari. It is one of the most popular destinations on the island, mostly because of the Canal d’Amour. What is that?
It is a unique bay area with large cliffs all around it and clay formations on the coastline. In terms of food and nightlife you will find many restaurants and bars in the area.
Kassiopi
A once fisherman’s village is not a hot destination for tourists since it has everything you are looking for. Other than the beautiful view of the Albanian coast you can visit the Byzantine castle of the area and the Mountain Pantokratoras.
For your swim you have three options. One beach with pebbles that is large, has deck chairs and offers you the opportunity to try watersports, while the other two are smaller.
Stroll around the village in the morning and at night-time enjoy your cocktail in one of the bars at the old square.
Gouvia
Gouvia is one of the most loved destinations on the island. It is really close to Corfu Town, it gives you the option to rent the car you want, it has an amazing sandy beach with the opportunity to rent umbrellas, do watersports and boat tours and of course you have countless options regarding accommodation. What more to ask?
It has a very large and well-equipped Marina which is well known for.
Kavos
Kavos may be a one-hour drive away from Corfu Town, but it has the wildest nightlife. It has many activities both for day and night. Its large beach can be enjoyed all day long and you have a wide variety of watersports to choose from.
Acharavi
Acharavi is located between Kassiopi and Roda (which we will see right after) and it is far away from Corfu Town. It is near the Pantokratoras mountain (the mountain you can see from Kassiopi as well) and it is the ideal place for the ones looking for a big beach to relax and spend the day there.
The village is quite big and it has a lot of facilities you can take advantage of. From here there are a lot of walking tracks that lead to other villages or to ancient Roman Baths.
The beach of Acharavi is sandy and pretty wide and long. It connects the beaches of Roda and Almyros and it is perfect for little kids since it’s not deep.
Roda
Leading up to Roda you can find all kinds of facilities such as restaurants, bars, tavernas, clubs, guided tours, a water park nearby and a basketball and a beach volley court.
The beaches are sandy like the one in Acharavi and perfect for children. From here you can also visit Sidari.
Dassia
Dassia is between Gouvia and Ipsos and you can visit them both by car. There are many tourist facilities there and it is mostly preferred by young people who are craving a wild nightlife, watersports and beautiful beaches to relax there. There are also other activities such as golfing and horse riding.
The beach of the area has both sand and pebbles and it is equipped with deck chairs and umbrellas. It also has motor boats you can rent.
Ipsos
Corfu Town is one breath away from Ipsos. 14 kilometers to be exact. Especially if you have a car with you the drive would be really easy.
There is the part of the village that has nightclubs and it is very busy but there is a small area near the port which is calm and perfect for families. The beach of the village is very large and not deep at all. You can try many watersports if you want.
There are also boat tours with destinations such as Kassiopi, Corfu Town or beaches nearby.
Kontokali
Kontokali is a rather tourist destination that has a great view of Albania. Rent your apartment in the area and you can discover Corfu Town since it is only 8 kilometers away, search other villages nearby and even reach the Albanian coast to visit the country.
There are a lot of facilities in the area, many taverns and restaurants to try delicious Greek food, bars for the night and two beaches. One of them even has a blue flag! You can try Scuba diving in the area and explore the sea…
Pelekas
If you were looking for a mountain village then you found exactly what you wanted! It is a 25-minute drive from Corfu Town on the opposite side of the island. The mass tourism hasn’t touched the village to the slightest, so it presents its natural beauty as it is.
You can visit from there the rests of the ancient Kaiser’s Throne. The view from the village its unmatched!
Since it is on a mountain it doesn’t have a beach but you can access the beach of Kontogialos by car in just 6 minutes. The beach has white sand with shallow waters.
You can join activities such as horse riding, golf, walks through the forests and when it comes to the nightlife you can enjoy a traditional meal in a tavern that plays live Greek music. There is even a chance of an event being organized in the village square from time to time.
Conclusion
What village stood out for you?
Don’t wait anymore! Book now your accommodation there, rent a car to drive around the island and book your ticket. Corfu is waiting for you to cherish you with amazing memories and once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
You don’t want to miss it!
