Things to do in Corfu

There are many things to do in Corfu. From activities like hiking and horse-riding to sightseeing and road-trips, there’s something for every taste, budget, and age.

Corfu Old Town
Explore the cultural, artistic and culinary treasures of Corfu Old Town and discover why it is designated an UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Venetians, French and British all ruled over the island, resulting in a unique history that lives on through its churches, palaces and squares.

Achilleion Palace
The beautiful Achilleion Palace, built by Empress ‘Sisi’ is a classical homage to Achilles. About 10km from Corfu town it also offers a panoramic view of the city and across the whole southern part of the island.

Korission Lake
A must for those who love nature, this beautiful lake is 5km long and is home to a vast amount of both native and migrating birds including, seagulls, owls, and flamingos.

Pontikonisi
Take a trip to picturesque Mouse island or Pontikonisi – a tiny rocky islet close to Corfu town steeped in history and topped by an impressive 11th century Byzantine Church.

Thanks to its amazing beaches, Corfu is an ideal location for water sports. St. Peter’s beach in Corfu, where the Ekati Mare is located, has water-sports facilities for water ski, jet ski e.t.c.

Bike riding: Renting a bike is one of the best ways to explore the natural landscape of the Southern Corfu. If you are an adrenaline lover, you can opt for a quad motorcycle.
Family activities: If you are on a family vacation, you may visit Nautilus glass-bottom boat in Paleokastritsa to explore the fascinating sea world of Corfu and the Corfu Aquarium to discover the island’s sea life through underwater windows. Another fun family activity to do in Corfu is to visit Aqualand water park, one of the biggest waterparks in Greece with a wide variety of pools and waterslides. If your family loves animals, horse-riding on Asprokavos beach is another unique experience for both adults and kids.

Kavos has a vivid nightlife, so there are many bars that will entertain you from dusk till dawn.