Corfu Town
Corfu Town is the capital of the Greek island of Corfu, known for narrow Venetian lanes, French-era arcades and two fortresses on the sea.
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Corfu Town, known in Greek as Kerkyra, is the capital of Corfu, an island in the Ionian Sea off Greece's western coast. Its old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Venetian rule shaped its streets, and French and British periods added later layers. The lanes are narrow and twist between stone houses, churches with bell towers and small squares, so walking is the easiest way to get around.
The main sights are the Liston, a row of arcades along the Spianada, the large open green space at the edge of the old town, and two fortresses: the Old Fortress on a rocky point by the sea, and the New Fortress. Climbing up to the Old Fortress rewards you with views over the water and the old roofs. One full day covers the old town and both fortresses; stay two nights if you want evenings on the Liston. Spring and autumn bring milder weather than summer, which is hot and busy.
Corfu Town in five
- Start at the Old Fortress and finish on the SpianadaThe fortress stands on a promontory with views over the old town and Albania's coast. Go early, then walk down to the Spianada's lawns and the Liston arcade for a coffee.Corfu travel guide
- Wander the kantounia, not the main streetsThe lanes behind the Liston run steeply, with laundry lines and shrines. The tall Venetian houses make the old town feel more Italian than Aegean.Where to stay in Corfu
- Reach Mon Repos and the Achilleion by bus or taxiMon Repos park, Prince Philip's birthplace, and the Achilleion palace in Gastouri are outside the center. Check opening hours on the official museum pages before you go.
- See Kanoni and Mouse Island for the airport viewAt Kanoni, planes land over a small causeway and the Vlacherna monastery. It is a short ride south of town and worth a stop on the way to the airport.
- Expect cruise crowds mid morningCorfu is a regular cruise stop, and the lanes are busiest from about 10am to 4pm. Eat late, or sleep in town to enjoy the evening and early morning.Best time to visit Corfu
Things to do in Corfu Town
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Need to know
- Airport
- Corfu (CFU), about 3 km south of the old town
- Getting there
- Flights to Corfu airport or ferry to the port beside the old town
- Getting around
- Walking in the old town; local buses and taxis to the coasts
- Best base
- Old town or the Garitsa seafront for sights on foot
- Time needed
- 1–2 days, plus beach days on a coast
Weather by month
- Rainy days
- Best
- Good
- Mixed
- Poor
- JanuaryRain15 rainy daysHigh13°Low9°Wet, quietJanuaryRain
Poor
- High
- 13°
- Low
- 9°
- Precipitation
- 211 mm
- Rainy days
- 15
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, quiet
- FebruaryPartly cloudy10 rainy daysHigh14°Low10°Wet, quietFebruaryPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 14°
- Low
- 10°
- Precipitation
- 135 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, quiet
- MarchPartly cloudy12 rainy daysHigh15°Low11°Green, showersMarchPartly cloudy
Mixed
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 141 mm
- Rainy days
- 12
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Green, showers
- AprilPartly cloudy9 rainy daysHigh18°Low13°Easter, prettyAprilPartly cloudy
Good
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 13°
- Precipitation
- 74 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Easter, pretty
- MayClear10 rainy daysHigh21°Low17°Warm, wildflowersMayClear
Best
- High
- 21°
- Low
- 17°
- Precipitation
- 81 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, wildflowers
- JuneClear4 rainy daysHigh26°Low21°Warm, long daysJuneClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 21°
- Precipitation
- 33 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, long days
- JulyClear2 rainy daysHigh29°Low24°Hot, busyJulyClear
Best
- High
- 29°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 10 mm
- Rainy days
- 2
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, busy
- AugustClear4 rainy daysHigh30°Low24°Hot, cruise peakAugustClear
Good
- High
- 30°
- Low
- 24°
- Precipitation
- 35 mm
- Rainy days
- 4
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Hot, cruise peak
- SeptemberClear9 rainy daysHigh26°Low22°Warm, calmerSeptemberClear
Best
- High
- 26°
- Low
- 22°
- Precipitation
- 95 mm
- Rainy days
- 9
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Warm, calmer
- OctoberRain10 rainy daysHigh22°Low18°Mild, fewer boatsOctoberRain
Good
- High
- 22°
- Low
- 18°
- Precipitation
- 175 mm
- Rainy days
- 10
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Mild, fewer boats
- NovemberRain16 rainy daysHigh18°Low15°Wet, closingNovemberRain
Poor
- High
- 18°
- Low
- 15°
- Precipitation
- 354 mm
- Rainy days
- 16
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, closing
- DecemberRain13 rainy daysHigh15°Low11°Wet, festiveDecemberRain
Poor
- High
- 15°
- Low
- 11°
- Precipitation
- 236 mm
- Rainy days
- 13
- Snowy days
- 0
- Days with storms
- 0
Wet, festive
Average daily high and low in Corfu Town, 2016–2025. Rainy day: 1 mm of rain or more.
Right now in Corfu Town
Local time, today's weather and the exchange rate, refreshed through the day.
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- Feels like
- 13°
- Humidity
- 60%
- Wind
- 32 km/h
- Chance of rain
- 100%
Corfu
10:47 PM
Monday, November 2
- Today20°15°100%Monday: Thunderstorms. High 20°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 100%.
- Tue17°14°93%Tuesday: Thunderstorms. High 17°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 93%.
- Wed19°14°0%Wednesday: Cloudy. High 19°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 0%.
- Thu20°13°2%Thursday: Partly cloudy. High 20°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 2%.
- Fri18°13°5%Friday: Cloudy. High 18°, Low 13°. Chance of rain 5%.
- Sat18°14°13%Saturday: Cloudy. High 18°, Low 14°. Chance of rain 13%.
- Sun17°15°19%Sunday: Rain. High 17°, Low 15°. Chance of rain 19%.
Updated 10:26 PM local time · Powered by WeatherAPI.com · Weather data by Open-Meteo.com
Day trips by train
- Paleokastritsaabout 45 minutes by carCliffs, coves and a hilltop monastery on the west coast.Read the guide
- Kassiopiabout 45–60 minutes by carA small harbor village on the northeast coast, facing Albania.Read the guide
- Pargaabout 1.5 hours by ferry to Igoumenitsa plus 1 hour by roadA colorful harbor town on the mainland; a long day trip.Read the guide
Before you go to Corfu Town
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Rules for Corfu Town, checked
- Greece is in the Schengen Area. Check entry rules on the Greek government portal (gov.gr) before you fly.Source
- Non-EU visitors are fingerprinted and photographed at the border under the EU Entry/Exit System. Check current EES guidance on the European Commission site.
- Cover shoulders and knees before you enter Orthodox churches and monasteries. Take off your hat inside.
- Tipping is not required. Rounding up the bill or leaving small change at a taverna is common.
Plan around Corfu Town
Athens, the islands and the mainland beyond Corfu
Read the guideCorfu island guideCoasts, bases and how many days to give the island
Read the guideWhere to stay in CorfuCorfu Town against Kassiopi, Paleokastritsa and Sidari
Read the guideCorfu in 5 daysHow the old town fits into a full island loop
Read the guidePargaA harbor town on the mainland coast opposite Corfu
Read the guideCorfu Town FAQ
How many days do you need in Corfu Town?
One full day covers the Old Fortress, the Spianada and the old lanes. Two days lets you add Mon Repos, the Achilleion or Kanoni without hurrying. Stay longer only for the island's beaches.
Is Corfu Town walkable?
Yes. The old town is compact, though the lanes are steep and paved with slippery stone. Wear shoes with grip, and use a taxi to reach the Achilleion and the beaches.
Is Corfu Town worth a night?
Yes if you like old towns, because the lanes are calmer in the evening and early morning after the cruise crowds leave. Skip it if you only want beaches, and use the coasts instead.
What is Corfu Town known for?
A UNESCO-listed old town with Venetian, French and British layers, two fortresses and the Liston arcade. It also has a cricket pitch on the Spianada, a leftover of British rule.
How far is Corfu airport from the old town?
About 3 km south, so a taxi takes roughly 10–15 minutes outside rush hour. Local buses also run from the city center, but check the timetable if you have an early flight.