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Towns and resorts
of Corfu
From the Venetian lanes of Corfu Town to harbour villages and family resorts. Find the base that fits your holiday.
Choosing a base
Where you stay shapes your trip
Corfu is bigger than it looks on the map, and every coast has a different feel. The east coast is calm and close to Corfu Town, the west is wilder with long sunsets, the north has easy sandy beaches and the south is quieter and more local.
Here are the towns and resorts our team recommends most, with a short note on who each one suits. For a full comparison read our best area to stay in Corfu guide.
Towns & resorts
Eight places to base yourself
01
East Coast · Kerkyra
The island’s capital and a UNESCO World Heritage old town, with the Liston arcades, the Spianada square and the Old and New Fortress.
02
Northwest
Paleokastritsa
Six small bays of clear water below a hilltop monastery, and one of the most photographed spots on the island.
03
Northeast
Kassiopi
A former fishing village with a lively harbour, castle ruins and pebble coves within walking distance.
04
North Coast
Sidari
Known for the sandstone formations of Canal d’Amour, sandy beaches and a busy family resort atmosphere.
05
North Coast
Acharavi & Roda
Long, easy beaches and a relaxed pace, popular with families looking for space.
06
East Coast
Benitses
A fishing village south of Corfu Town with a small harbour, seafront tavernas and the remains of Roman baths.
07
West Coast
Agios Gordios
A wide sandy bay surrounded by green hills, with some of the best sunsets on the west coast.
08
South
Lefkimmi
The largest settlement of the south, crossed by a river canal and far from the main tourist trail.
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FAQ
Corfu towns FAQ
Which is the best town to stay in Corfu?
Corfu Town is best for culture, restaurants and getting around by bus. Paleokastritsa suits travellers looking for scenery, Kassiopi for a quieter harbour village, and Sidari or Acharavi for families who want sandy beaches.
Is Corfu Town worth visiting?
Yes. The old town is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its fortresses, arcades and narrow lanes are easy to explore on foot in one or two days.
Which part of Corfu is quietest?
The south of the island, around Lefkimmi and the villages near Lake Korission, is the most relaxed, along with smaller villages in the northeast.
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