CAVOS BEACH -THE ENGLISH PICK
AVLAKI BEACH - A QUIET, IDYLLIC HIDEAWAY
- THE ESCAPIST'S DREAM
- This is allegedly one of the nicest beaches of the island. It combines excellent water quality, with rich vegetation, scenic bays, cosmopolitan ambiance and high standard services. This is where the Rothschild's mansion is located, as well as other famous people's private residences.
- Water qualityAway from the crowds
NORTH-WEST COAST
Beaches are ordered from the Northern to the Southern ones of the island.
| Roda | Type: both are sandy beachesSize: there are two beaches: one is small while the other is one of the longest of the islandFacilities: both beaches offer possibility to rent beach-umbrellas and deck-chairsActivities: possibility to rent boats or explore the north coast of Corfu from Kassiopi to SidhariFood: you can find restaurants and snack bars on the beach or in Roda village. Description: Roda is one of the most tourist villages of this area and it offers two different beaches. The first one is small and is in the West side of the village while the second one is extremely long and runs along the part of coast more tourist. Here the bottom of the sea is sandy and not very deep. |  |
| Astrakeri | Type: sandSize: small but wideFacilities: there is the possibility to rent beach-umbrellas and deck-chairsFood: there are few restaurants in the nearest village called Agnos, just a couple of kilometres far awayDescription: this beach is not one of the best of Corfu island, but it’s nice the long pear that goes into the sea and a small area that can be used by owners of caravans. |  |
| Gialos | Type: sand and pebblesSize: short but wideFacilities: free beach without tourist facilitiesFood: the nearest village where to find restaurants or snack bars is Karousades, about 1 km far awayDescription: behind the beach there’s a promontory that creates, in some hours of the day, a nice shadow where to get fresh. The beach is wide for those who like to lie under the Greek sun and the water is very clean. |  |
| Sidari | Type: white sand on the big beach and dark sand on the small oneSize: there are two beaches: one small close to the pear and the other very long along the east side of Sidari villageFacilities: you can find hundreds of beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs on the big beachActivities: you can rent pedalos, kayak and motor boats. There are also a diving centre and water sportsFood: close to both beaches there are many bars, pubs and restaurantsDescription: Sidari is a big and developed tourist town with different beaches and small bays. The main beaches of Sidari are three: the first is the famous Canal d’Amour (Love Channel of Sidhari); the second one is very tourist because runs along the town and is an extremely long sandy beach; the third is a nice and small bay, surrounded by several rocks shaped by the wind. |
| Canal d'Amour | Type: dark sandSize: very smallFacilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentFood: just behind the Canal d’Amour you can find restaurants and snack bars with swimming poolDescription: the “Channel of Love” is a very particular beach and you can see it also inside our top 10. To reach this beach you just have to pass the town of Sidari and go towards Peroulades. On your right there is a small sign that will drive you to the channel. |
| Drasti | Type: it’s a very large rock from where you can dive into the Ionian seaSize: it’s a very small fiordFacilities: does not exist any kind of tourist facilityFood: the nearest village is Peroulades and there is a snack bar close to Longa beachDescription: you can reach this little fjord following a dirt road, better with a jeep 4X4. Along the road the view is stunning and you can admire the famous rocks of Sidari shaped by the wind. After 1,3 km driving you will reach a big flat rock on the sea level. The cliffs all around are smooth and round and the water is transparent. You can stop here for a nice swim along the coast, but certainly it’s not the ideal place where to spend all the day. |   |
| Longa | Type: sandSize: average-size but not very wide Food: a snack bar on the top and a restaurant near the village of PeroulathesDescription: to arrive at Longa beach you have to pass through Peroulathes and reach the coast where a path will take you down to the beach. As this beach is very short, when the sea is in bad conditions the water covers the entire bay. This place is very particular and you can find a better description inside our top 10. |  |
| Aghios Stefanou | Type: sandSize: normal length but very wide Facilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rent, there are also public toilets and showers Food: close to the village you can find many restaurants and snack barsDescription: Aghios Stefanos is a lovely bay surrounded by hills. Very often there is strong wind in this area and for this reason sometime the beach is not very clean. It is possible to take the ferryboat from the little pear close to Aghios Stefanos for Mathraki and Othoni (Diapontia islands). |  |
| Arila | Type: sand and pebblesSize: very long but not very wideFacilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentActivities: is possible to take for rent pedalos, boats, kayak and windsurfFood: there are some local restaurants and pubs along the beachDescription: this beach is the ideal place for families with children because it is very calm. There is the sand only near the sea, the rest part of the beach is rocky. The sea here is not very deep and in front of Arila beach there are some small islets which are possible to reach by swimming being in a good physical condition! |   |
| Aghios Georgios | Type: sandSize: extremely long as the entire gulf Facilities: on the beach you can find beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentActivities: water sports available during the high season and possibility to rent windsurf in the most windy daysFood: in front of the beach and in the nearest village there are some small places where you can eat fishDescription: Agios Georgios is placed in one of the largest bay of Corfu island and if you come from Paleokastritsa you can have a really stunning view all over the beach. It is so long that you can always find privacy and relax. |   |
| Paleo-kastritsa | Type: both sand and pebblesSize: there are several small bays that are included into Paleokastritsa areaFacilities: deck-chairs and beach-umbrellas available on every beach, while in the bigger one there are also showers and public toiletsActivities: you can take a boat for rent to visit some spectacular sea caves. There are also a diving centre and some taxi boatsFood: in the small village of Paleokastriza there are local restaurants, pubs and snack barsDescription: Paleokastritsa is an area with five different small bays. The principal one is placed just under the ancient monastery and is the most tourist due to its dimensions. Another beach is close to the pear where you can see several luxury boats during the high season. To reach the other bays you should have your own boat or use the taxi boat service. This area is ideal also for those who love snorkeling, the sea is deep and the water is a little bit cold. |   |
| Liapades | Type: mostly sand but with some rocksSize: small-size but wideFacilities: deck-chairs and beach-umbrellas availableActivities: pedalos for rentFood: there are a couple of restaurants near the beachDescription: the beach is placed inside the first gulf after Paleokastritsa and has a similar setting. Surrounded by the Mediterranean nature and with fantastic sea water. Along the coastline near the beach there are some interesting caves you can visit. |  |
| Ermones | Type: sand with small rocks along the sides of the beachSize: average-sizeFacilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentActivities: pedalos for rent and it is possible to diveFood: some restaurants on the beach and along the road to reach itDescription: a nice lonely bay but a little bit far from the road and from other beaches. Ermones bay is surrounded by some hills and has sand in the middle and rocks on the two sides. It’s a lonely place ideal to relax far away from big tourist villages. |
NORTH-EAST COAST
Beaches are ordered from the Southern to the Northern ones of the island.
| Gouvia | Type: pebblesSize: small-sizeFacilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentActivities: water sports and organised boat toursFood: just behind the beach you can find many restaurants or snack bars in the tourist village of GouviaDescription: the beach is small but well equipped and Gouvia is one of the most developed village on Corfu island. From the beach there is a nice view over the bay and Ipapandi church. Moreover in Gouvia there’s a very well organised port called "Gouvia Marina" that is next to some old Venetian ruins. |   |
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| Dasia | Type: sand and pebblesSize: average dimensions, long and narrowFacilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentActivities: water sports, pedaloes and boats for rent Food: you can choose between some snack bars on the beach and others in the village behindDescription: Dasia beach is developed along the village, therefore it’s long and narrow. In this part of the coast the sea is calm and from the bay you have a stunning view over Albanian mountains and coastline. Moreover in the sea has been constructed a platform from which dive and which is the point of departure to make water sports. |   | ||
| Ipsos | Type: sandy baySize: large dimensions, it is longer than wideFacilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rent and showers Activities: water sports, pedalos, motor boats for rent and diving centreFood: there are local restaurants and snack bar along the entire beachDescription: Ipsos beach is placed into a very large bay and the town is developed along the coast. The sea is not deep, it is good for small children and the water is extraordinary clean. If you have a boat consider that on the left side of this bay there’s a small pear. |   |
| Barbati | Type: sand and pebbles all togetherSize: it is of average-size but not very wideFacilities: changing rooms, public showers, beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentActivities: there are two motorboats rentals and water sports like BananaFood: there are restaurants and small bars both on the beach and in the village of BarbatiDescription: this is one of the several beaches in Corfu that obtained the Blue Flag for its clean water. The town of Barbati is developed close to Pantokratoras mountain and from here you have an unforgettable view over Corfù town and Albania. To reach the beach you have to take the street that from the coast road goes down to the sea.Behind the beach there is a green area where you can relax under the olive trees shadow. |    |
| Nisaki | Type: white pebbles and rocksSize: small-size, it's lovely and quietFacilities: no tourist facilities except a chute to put small boats into the seaActivities: you can take a boat for rent or play water sportsFood: you will find few restaurants and a bar just on the beachDescription: Nisaki is a small beach with a lovely clean water. On the left side of the beach there is an ideal area for snorkeling near the rocky coast and there are also others lonely small bays. At an end of the beach there is also a pier from which you can dive into the sea. |   |
| Kaminaki | Type: white pebblesSize: small-size but very wideFacilities: public showers and beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for hireActivities: you can take boats for rent and, during the high season, play water sportsFood: there are no snack bars, but you can relax choosing between two restaurantsDescription: Kaminaki is a small bay and it is perfect if you like to discover this part of coast renting a boat. Kaminaki is not one of the most famous beaches in Corfu, therefore it’s very quiet also in the high season. |  |
| Agni | Type: both sand and pebblesSize: small-sizeFacilities: possibility to rent beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs Food: there are few small restaurants near the beachDescription: Agni is one of the several small beaches in this part of the coast. The bay is small with a pear where you can take a taxi boat to visit some close beaches. The sea is very clean and becomes deep quickly. |  |
| Kalami | Type: white pebbles and sandSize: average dimensions and not very wideFacilities: public toilets with showers and beach- umbrellas and deck-chairs for rent Activities: there are two boats rentals and a water sports centreFood: along the beach and in the village of Kalami you can find restaurants and snack bars. Description: to reach Kalami you must descend from a hill with a marvellous view over the bay. From here you can see the small village of Kalami, the beach and a beautiful olive trees forest. The bay, long as the village of Kalami, is the ideal place if you search for tranquility and a clean sea. |   |
| Kouloura | Type: pebbles Size: small-size and not very wideFacilities: free beach without tourist facilitiesFood: there’s nothing near the bay, you must go to the closest Kalami beach that is just 1 km far awayDescription: to reach the beach is necessary to follow a lovely path through some olive trees and once arrived it seems to be in a wild place. From here you can reach by swimming some desert and unspoilt small beaches. |  |
| Kerasia | Type: white pebblesSize: average dimensionsFacilities: public toilets, showers and beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rent Activities: there’s the possibility to rent pedalos and kayakFood: there’s only one restaurant on the beach, if you want more choice you have to reach the next bay of Aghios Stefanos SinionDescription: to reach Kerassia bay the road is long and pass through Aghios Stefanou village, but you will be rewarded by its beauty. Kerasia beach is so beautiful that is included into our top 10 section. |  |
| Aghios Stefanos Sinion | Type: both sand and pebblesSize: it's the small beach of a nice gulfFacilities: possibility to rent beach-umbrellas and deck-chairsActivities: there are two different boats rentalsFood: in front of the beach and in the village you can find some restaurants and snack barsDescription: Aghios Stefanos is a small fishermen village developed along the beach. From the top this small bay is spectacular and it's a landing place perfect to leave the boat.The beach runs along the coast and it seems smaller than it is really. From both sides the beach continues and is not very wide but it is quite long. In this particular town there are a lot of tourists during the high season that arrive with boat tours. |   |
| Avlaki | Type: white pebblesSize: very long and wideFacilities: there are public toilet with showers and possibility to rent beach-umbrellas and deck-chairsActivities: you can rent pedalos, kayak and small boats and there is also a sailing school.Food: there are a couple of restaurants and a snack bar near the beachDescription: Avlaki is the first beach, coming from the town of Corfu, that is not in front of Albania. In fact the bay is oriented in the direction of Kassiopi, that is just 2 km far from here. Avlaki bay is very big but never crowded. During the afternoon the wind raises up and this place becomes perfect for sailing lovers. |   |
| Kassiopi | Type: sand and pebblesSize: there are two bays and the beach closer to the town is widerFacilities: both beaches offer deck-chairs and beach-umbrellas for rent, but only the bay close to Kassiopi has toilets and public showersActivities: there’s a boat rental, a diving centre and you can also rent pedaloesFood: you can find several restaurants or snack bar on the beach and in the tourist village of KassiopiDescription: Kassiopi is one of the most tourist village in Corfù island. It was born as a fisherman village, but today it offers everything you can need during your stay in Kerkyra and two different beaches. The first beach is on the left side of the town, it’s very wide and offers tourist facilities. Moreover the town that is just behind offers every kind of comfort. The second beach is behind the cape, is smaller but more particular. |    |
| Imerolia | Type: sandSize: long and narrowFacilities: lonely beach without tourist facilitiesFood: the nearest restaurants are in Kassiopi, less than one kilometre far Description: not far from Kassiopi, Imerolia is a narrow strip of sand where you can relax under the sun. A small pear on your left gives great opportunity if you have a boat. |  |
| Syki | Type: white small rocksSize: short and narrowFacilities: free beach without tourist facilitiesFood: you have to go to Kassiopi, about 3 km farDescription: Syki beach is the perfect union between a blue sea and a lonely beach which is never crowded. Syki bay is very easy to reach; it is along the coast road between Kassiopi and Acharavi. |  |
| Kalamaki | Type: sandSize: long and quiet wideFacilities: beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs for rentActivities: pedalos for hireFood: there’s only one snack bar on the beachDescription: the sea that never becomes deep is the peculiarity of this beach. If you want to go easier where the sea is deeper, you can walk along the small pear. By walking and swimming in the sea you can reach a narrow strip of sand that comes up from the water. |   |
| Aghios Spiridon | Type: mostly sandySize: small-size but wideFacilities: deck-chairs and beach-umbrellas for rent. There are also public showers and toiletsActivities: you can rent kayak and pedalosFood: there are some local restaurants and bars near the beachDescription: Aghios Spiridon is a calm beach, far from the coast road. Very close to the beach there’s a small lake called Andinioti behind of which you can find another small beach. |  |
| Almyros | Type: sand and pebblesSize: extremely long and pretty wideFacilities: some parts of the beach are desert, some others are provided with beach-umbrellas and deck-chairs Food: you can find many restaurants and bars about 2 km far from here in the village of AcharaviDescription: Almyros is the Northest beach of Corfu island. In front of you there is a nice view of Albanian coast, while behind you’ll be surrounded by the Mediterranean nature. |  |
| Acharavi | Type: sand and pebblesSize: about 3 kilometres longFacilities: you can find few deck-chairs and beach umbrellas for rent Activities: there’s the possibility to rent small boats, play water sports and have a diving experience Food: some restaurants and snack bars are placed along the beach, but you’ll have a bigger choice inside the villageDescription: from the main coast road there are different small streets that will bring you towards this beach. Akaravi bay is a very calm place since it is located far from the main road and the low sea level is perfect for children.
A very popular beach, especially amongst the British tourists. It's located on the southern part of the island and it's about 3 kilometers long. The beach has an excellent infrastructure, with many taverns, bars, clubs, beach bars, umbrellas, sunbeds, showers, international cuisine restaurants, fast foods and cafes. The waters are azure, cold, yet shallow. It's quite far from the capital city of the island, yet it's daily visited by hundreds of people who party until the small hours and enjoy the fine Ionian waters.
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