Corfu

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 deliciously sandy beaches. Corfu is also known for the growth of vegetables 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 water has chopped into pebbled bays and coves.

Corfu has many lovely beaches especially Myrtiótissa near Corfu, and Glyfada and Pelekas on the west coast are worth a visit. There are also plenty of secluded beaches on the west coast with is easiest reached by a water-taxi or by one of the small day-tripper boats for a fee. Topless sunbathing is legal nationwide 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 fines, but it’s worth noting that you can end up with three days in jail if you ignore the first warning.

Kèrkyra town offers some great restaurants with delicious food. The best restaurants are based around Plateia Dimarchiou (Town Hall square) and along Kapodistriou. The cuisine is influenced by many different cultures and Italian cuisine seems to have had a big influence. Some of the specialities worth trying are the Sofrito, the pastitsada and the bourdeto. The gelaterias are not to be missed either. Corfu town has many cafés, most of which line the main pedestrian street, Listón. A true Corfu experience is to watch the world go by whilst enjoying a frapp (ice-coffee drink).

Corfu Airport information

Corfu International Airport I. Kapodistrias is located approximately 3 km south of Corfu city centre.

Corfu Airport by car
The airport is located near Route 25 which leads directly into the town of Corfu (locally known as Kerkyra).

Corfu Airport by coach
Local blue busses no.5 and no.6 stop outside the airport. A ride into Corfu city only takes about 10 minutes. From the bus station busses leave for destinations all over the island.

Corfu Airport by taxi
The taxi rank is located outside the terminal building. Taxis are available when the airport is operating.

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