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Corfu island

City break in Corfu island. Active leisure ideas for Corfu island - attractions, recreation and nightlife

There are a lot of opportunities to vary leisure activities on Corfu and not just spend time swimming. If you like diving, here, in the northern part of the island, you can be trained and certified for that. The water is clear and transparent, but the experienced divers would be interested only in Koulouri island, not far from Corfu, which underwater part is full of caves and potholes. An amateur diver, on the other hand, has a lot to see – sunken ships, unique Mediterranean fish and octopuses will allow you to enjoy every dive.

Cuisine of Corfu island for gourmet with top restaurants and cafe

You will never fully immerse in the unique atmosphere of Corfu unless you try the traditional local cuisine. If you want to enjoy a real Greek charm, you should definitely have a meal in one …

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In many coastal villages on Corfu, for example in Kassiopi, you can rent a boat and go for a voyage around the island or even visit Paxos or Antipaxos. All kinds of excursions are quite popular here – you can visit one or a couple of numerous monasteries, go for a tour around the whole island or explore small fishing villages, where the true native Greek spirit remains. The maximum road length is 222 km! You can rent a car, which will cost from 35 euro per day, join a group or use a public transport.

Horse ride will probably be the most unusual way to enjoy the beautiful views of Corfu. There are a few staples, where the beginners will learn how to ride a horse. A three-hour route is designed for a low level of participants’ sports rate – anyone can enjoy the surrounding nature and the memorials of ancient times. If you are more interested in traditional leisure time activities, you can go paragliding, play football or bowling, not mentioning a common “banana”, waterskiing and ATVs rides. You can also try playing cricket – there are 5 special sports grounds on Corfu. Moreover, there is a sailing boat school in Benitses. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

Authentic traditions, festivals and lifestyle of Corfu island inhabitants

In order to spent time on Corfu with maximum comfort and without any conflicts with the locals, tourists should consider some peculiarities of Greek mentality. As in the most Mediterranean …

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You should definitely visit aqua park AQUALAND, even if you are not a big fan of such activities. There are not many places like this, where you can ride five stories high waterslide. There is also Sidari Water Park and Hydropolis – the two aquaparks, that are smaller in size, but not less fun. If you came to Corfu with your soul mate and you want some romance, you should go to Sidari Bay. It is famous not only for representing, what nature has to offer but also for its Tunnel of Love. It is believed, that the couple, that can swim through the channel without letting each other go, will never break up.

They say, there is nothing to do for partiers on Corfu. True, there are not so many clubs, as on Ibiza, still there are plenty of places to go in Kerkira and other cities. The most famous one is Ipsos – favorite place for young people from Europe to party all night long. However, even if you are not a teenager, you will easily find a good place to dance on Corfu.

Excursion over cultural sights of Corfu island - 'must visit' points of interest

The sightseeing on the island is better to start from the Old Town in Kerkira, the capital of Corfu. You can walk down the small medieval streets, which haven’t changed much since the …

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First of all, there is Liston Street. Every evening you will meet hundreds of tourist of different age here. Those, who travel alone, couples in love, families with children, a couple of friends – everybody will find just the right place to go on Liston Street. Do you want good food and folk dances? Then go to buzuluk – a type of a tavern, where they have live music and dancers. Do you prefer the usual disco? Then you should visit Kavos or Gouvia. In Corfu by Night and Esperies they play Greek motives, Poco Loco is a typical Mexican club, Atlantis is for those, who want to party under the stars, and in Venue Club you can dance to famous DJs.

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City tours, excursions and tickets in Corfu island and surroundings

Reference information

Map of all parks

National and city parks around Corfu island
♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Pindou' , 99.6 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Ygrotopon Amvrakikou' , 100.6 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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♥ National Park 'Ethniko Parko Tzoumerkon-Peristeriou kai charadras Arachthou (Zoni III)' , 108.6 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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Map of all aquaparks

Water attractions around Corfu island
♥ Water park 'Aqualand' Corfu, 4.8 km from the center. On the map Show on the map

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Attractions and entertainment in Greece

Winds blowing from the Aegean Sea are ideal for windsurfing for almost the entire year. The best conditions for this sport can be found on the coast of Rhodes. The Prasonisi area is one of the best places for beach recreation and windsurfing on the whole island. A strong wind often blows on the islands of Naxos and Paros located in the Ionian Sea. On the island of Lefkada, the new windsurfers feel great. They are be able to take the first lessons there. The height of waves in Greece is not enough for surfing. Newcomers to this sport will feel comfortable on the island of Karpathos. There, you can learn how to keep on the board and perform simple tricks. … Open

City break in Corfu island. Active leisure ideas for Corfu island - attractions, recreation and nightlife

City tours, excursions and tickets in Corfu island and surroundings

Attractions and entertainment in Greece

Photogallery of picturesque Corfu island

Search for active leisure and attraction spots on Corfu island map

City break ideas for neighbours of Corfu island