I was on the Greek island of Corfu this September, and here I’d like to write a little about Corfu and share my 3 small tips with you, in case you ever travel to Corfu.
TL;DR:
- Tip: Party in the south, everything else in the north
- Tip: A car is a must for exploring the island.
- Tip: Park here if you drive to Corfu Town.
Tip 1
North vs. South
We spent our 10 days in Corfu on the southern part of the island, more precisely near the town of Kavos. You can hardly get any further south than that. The south is beautiful. There are long beaches, which are especially great on the west side, and you can definitely party in Kavos too. I’d almost say that’s the primary idea behind Kavos… party.
Because we stayed so far south, the trips to the north of the island were always a bit longer, but they were really worth it. There were beautiful bays, great towns, and lovely scenery.
To wrap up the first tip: I’d recommend looking for accommodation either in the middle of the island or in the north. Unless you want to party. Then go to Kavos.
Tip 2
Car and Bus
Be aware that if you don’t stay right in a town, or if you want to explore areas away from the main roads, you’ll need a vehicle. Even if you’re willing to walk the remaining 10–15 minutes from the bus stop to a secluded beach, there is very rarely a sidewalk, and you mostly end up walking on the road.
That’s why I recommend renting your own vehicle on site.
Nevertheless, it’s of course also possible to explore the island by bus. We took the Green Line bus, for example, which stops at a wide variety of places on the island.
A small bonus mini-tip: if possible, get a car with a bit more ground clearance. It can come in handy in some situations.
Tip 3
Parking in Corfu Town
Corfu Town (Kerkyra) is pretty much a must-see on Corfu. It’s by far the largest town on the island, and the Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
If you’re arriving by car, I’ll pass along the tip we got from our host.
There’s a large parking lot directly next to the Old Town that costs only 3 euros per day. When you head there, there’s usually a small line of cars at the entrance during peak times, but it moves relatively quickly. After that, you can park in peace.
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/S1rouy6SpViXgb6B7
Bonus Tip:
Paleokastritsa
Paleokastritsa is a small town northwest of Corfu Town. There you can park close to the beach for 6 euros.
Paleokastritsa offers a very beautiful bay with a beach, restaurants, boat trips, and, if you like, you can even rent a pedal boat. If you really want to snag a sun lounger on the beach, don’t arrive too late, as there aren’t many spots. Otherwise, there’s plenty of space further up, where it’s also a bit quieter than directly on the beach.
You can also snorkel really well there, which is why I was mainly there. So here’s my little personal recommendation: Agios Spiridon Beach in Paleokastritsa:
Maps: https://maps.app.goo.gl/yS96YHDP6Gxn5nC96
Have a great vacation!
