Corfu Beaches
Agios Spiridon Beach in Paleokastritsa – Complete Guide
Agios Spiridon Beach in Paleokastritsa is one of the most iconic and picturesque beaches in Corfu. Known for its crystal-clear…
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The best beaches
in Corfu
Sandy bays, sheltered coves and wild west coast sunsets. A local guide to where to swim, with tips on access and facilities.
Which coast?
A beach for every kind of day
The west coast has long sandy beaches and the best sunsets, the northwest has the famous turquoise coves of Paleokastritsa and Afionas, the northeast has calm pebble bays close to the Albanian coast, and the north has shallow, family friendly water.
Start with our favourites below, then read the full guides for parking, sunbeds and the best time to arrive. Our 15 best beaches in Corfu guide covers the whole island.
Beach guide
Eight beaches we keep going back to
01
Northwest · Afionas
Twin bays on either side of a narrow strip of land, reached on foot from Afionas. Unique and worth the walk.
02
Paleokastritsa
One of the sheltered coves of Paleokastritsa, with calm, very clear water close to the monastery.
03
West Coast
Glyfada
A long sandy beach backed by green hills, with sunbeds, beach bars and great sunsets.
04
West Coast
Myrtiotissa
A secluded beach below steep cliffs, reached by a steep road on foot. Natural and quiet.
05
Southwest
Issos
Wide sandy beach with dunes next to Lake Korission, popular with windsurfers.
06
Sidari · North
Canal d'Amour
Small coves carved into sandstone cliffs, one of the island’s best known landmarks.
07
Northeast
Kalami
A pretty pebble bay with calm water, known for the White House where Lawrence Durrell once lived.
08
Northwest
Agios Georgios Pagon
A long, curved bay below the mountains, with space even in August.
Beach guides
Complete beach guides
Corfu Beaches
Pirate Beach in Afionas (Porto Timoni) – Complete Guide
Pirate Beach, also known as Porto Timoni, is one of the most breathtaking natural attractions in Corfu. Located near the…
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FAQ
Corfu beaches FAQ
What is the most famous beach in Corfu?
Paleokastritsa and Porto Timoni are the most photographed, along with Canal d’Amour in Sidari. Glyfada is one of the most popular sandy beaches on the west coast.
Which side of Corfu has the best beaches?
The west and northwest have the most impressive beaches and sunsets, while the northeast has calmer water and pebble coves that are ideal on windy days.
Are Corfu beaches sandy or pebbly?
Both. The west, north and south coasts have long sandy beaches, while the northeast and parts of Paleokastritsa have pebble or mixed beaches with very clear water.
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