Everything You Need to Plan the Perfect Trip
Welcome to Corfu Travel Co’s complete Corfu Travel Guide — your all-in-one planner for beaches, restaurants, hotels, transport, itineraries, and local tips.
If you’re visiting Corfu for the first time (or the fifth), this guide covers literally everything you need to plan the perfect holiday — without the overwhelm.
No fluff.
No outdated info.
Just real, practical advice from people who genuinely love this island.
👉 Use this page as your starting point, then dive into the detailed guides linked throughout.
✈️ Quick Facts About Corfu
📍 Location: Ionian Islands, Greece
⏱ Flight from UK: ~3 hours
💶 Currency: Euro
🚕 Airport: Corfu International (CFU)
🌞 Best time to visit: May–October
🚗 Do you need a car? Helpful, but not essential
🗺️ Where to Stay in Corfu
Corfu has totally different vibes depending on where you stay.
🌆 Corfu Old Town
Romantic, historic, walkable
Perfect for: couples, culture lovers, short breaks
👉 Read: Best hotels in Corfu Old Town
🍹 Sidari
Fun, affordable, lively
Perfect for: groups, nightlife, budget trips
👉 Read: Best restaurants & bars in Sidari
🌿 Paleokastritsa
Jaw-dropping scenery & turquoise bays
Perfect for: nature lovers, swimming, quiet stays
👉 Read: Top beaches in Paleokastritsa
👨👩👧👦 Messonghi & Moraitika
Family-friendly & relaxed
Perfect for: kids, chill holidays
👉 Read: Where to stay for families
🛥️ Kassiopi & Barbati
Upscale, stylish, boutique vibes
Perfect for: couples & luxury stays
👉 Read: Best boutique hotels in North Corfu
🏖️ Best Beaches in Corfu
Some of the most beautiful beaches in Greece are here.
Top picks:
Porto Timoni (iconic twin beach hike)
Paleokastritsa coves
Barbati Beach (clear + pebbled)
Glyfada (soft sand)
Canal d’Amour (unique rock formations)
👉 Full list: Best beaches in Corfu (local favourites included)
🍽️ Where to Eat (Local Favourites)
Corfu food is ridiculously good if you avoid tourist traps.
Must-try dishes:
Sofrito
Pastitsada
Fresh seafood
Greek meze
Gyros & souvlaki
Guides:
Best restaurants in Corfu Old Town
Best tavernas by the sea
Cheap eats & hidden gems
Best bars & nightlife spots
👉 Start here: Best restaurants in Corfu by area
🚕 Getting Around Corfu
From the airport
Taxi: 10–20 mins to town
Bus: cheap & reliable
Transfers: pre-book recommended
👉 Read: Corfu Airport Transfer Guide
Buses
Good coverage across the island
Cheap & easy
👉 Corfu bus timetables & routes
Car rental
Best for exploring hidden beaches & villages
👉 Should you rent a car in Corfu?
Ferries
You can also visit:
Paxos
Albania (Sarandë)
Italy (Bari)
🎉 Things To Do in Corfu
Beyond beaches…
Explore Old Fortress & New Fortress
Walk the Liston at sunset
Boat trips & cave tours
Paxos day trip
Achilleion Palace
Sunset at Loggas Beach
Cuban Nights at Cuba Linda 💃
Local festivals & events
🧳 Plan Your Trip (Free Tools)
We built these to make planning ridiculously easy:
✨ Corfu AI Travel Planner – create your itinerary in seconds
✨ Ferry route guides
✨ Transfer guides
✨ Restaurant maps
✨ Area comparisons
👉 Try the Free Corfu Trip Planner
💡 Local Tips Most Tourists Don’t Know
Book airport transfers early in summer
Old Town gets cruise crowds mid-day
West coast = best sunsets
Tap water safe for brushing teeth but bottled tastes better
Buses are reliable but slower at night
September is secretly the BEST month
❓ FAQs About Visiting Corfu
When is the best time to visit Corfu?
May–June and September are perfect for warm weather without peak crowds.
Do I need cash?
Cards are widely accepted, but small tavernas prefer cash.
Is Corfu expensive?
Cheaper than most Mediterranean islands — especially outside July/August.
Can you do Corfu without a car?
Yes! Stay near town or bus routes and you’ll be fine.
🌴 Why Trust Corfu Travel Co?
We’re not a giant travel corporation.
We’re real travellers obsessed with Corfu — sharing:
✔ honest advice
✔ local discoveries
✔ practical guides
✔ constantly updated info
Everything here is designed to help you spend less time researching and more time enjoying the island.
👉 Start planning:
Explore the guides above or use our free Corfu trip planner to build your perfect holiday.
See you in the sunshine ☀️
