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Corfu

Ionian Islands, Greece · Europe

About Corfu

Corfu works well as a base: 5 minutes from Potamós, 26km from Canal d'Amour.

Corfu is a town located in Ionian Islands, Greece. With a population of 40,047, it is an important destination in Europe.

On a road trip, Corfu sits in Greece, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Athens time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Corfu to your route.

About Corfu

Corfu (, also US: ) or Kerkyra (Greek: Κέρκυρα, romanized: Kérkyra, pronounced [ˈcercira] ; Ancient Greek: Κόρκυρα, romanized: Kórkyra, pronounced [kórkyra]; Medieval Greek: Κορυφώ, romanized: Koryfó; Italian: Corfù; Latin: Corcyra) is a city and a former municipality on the island of Corfu, Ionian Islands, Greece.

Read more Since the 2019 local government reform, it is part of the municipality Central Corfu and Diapontian Islands. It is the capital of the municipality and of the Corfu regional unit. The city also serves as a capital for the region of the Ionian Islands. The city (with a population of 23,541 residents, while the whole island has a population of 101,600 residents) is a major tourist attraction and Greek regional centre and has played an important role in Greek history since antiquity.

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What are the best things to do in Corfu?

Corfu offers many attractions including tourist sites, museums, parks, and local restaurants. Explore famous landmarks, scenic roads, and natural wonders on our interactive map and plan your visit.

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Where is Corfu located?

Corfu is located in Ionian Islands, Greece, Europe. The coordinates are 39.6244 latitude, 19.9202 longitude.

What is the population of Corfu?

Corfu has a population of approximately 40,047 people, making it a town in Greece.

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Quick Information

Population
40,047
Continent
Europe
Country
Greece
Region
Ionian Islands
Timezone
Europe/Athens
Coordinates
39.6244, 19.9202

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in Greece

Police
100
Ambulance
166
Fire
199
All emergencies
112
Driving side
right

Tourist police (English-speaking): 171.

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Worth the detour from Corfu

8 notable places within an hour's drive.

ancient ruins

Butrint

A UNESCO archaeological site spanning Greek, Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian periods on a peninsula surrounded by lagoons and dense forest.

16 km · about 30 min drive

landmark

Old Perithia

Corfu's oldest village, a Venetian-era ghost settlement of 130 stone houses high on Mount Pantokrator, abandoned in the mid-20th century and slowly reviving: a handful of tavernas now serve its grassy lanes.

16 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Ksamil Islands

Tiny islets ringed by powder-white sand and Caribbean-clear water at the southern tip of Albania.

17 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Ksamil

Albania's most famous beach destination with crystal-clear turquoise waters and tiny islands reachable by swimming, rivaling the Caribbean.

19 km · about 20 min drive

beach

Paleokastritsa

A spectacular series of six bays on Corfu's western coast with turquoise coves, a clifftop monastery, and lush green hillsides.

19 km · about 20 min drive

natural wonder

Canal d'Amour

A series of dramatic sandstone rock formations and narrow sea channels on Corfu's northern coast near Sidari.

26 km · about 30 min drive

natural wonder

Blue Eye Spring (Syri i Kaltër)

A mesmerizing natural spring of impossibly deep blue water bubbling up from an underground cave at a depth of over 50 meters.

41 km · about 45 min drive

beach

Albanian Riviera

Unspoiled stretch of Ionian coastline with turquoise waters, secluded beaches, and charming villages between Vlorë and Sarandë.

48 km · about 55 min drive

Driving roads near Corfu

  • 63 kmAlbanian Riviera Coastal RoadThe SH8 coastal route between Dhërmi and Sarandë, running above Ionian beaches and cliffside villages with frequent pull-ins.
  • 70 kmLlogara PassA dramatic mountain pass along the Albanian Riviera at 1,027 meters, offering jaw-dropping aerial views of the Ionian coastline far below.

Driving in Greece

Drives on
the right
Petrol
~€1.88/litre
Motorway tolls
~€7.00/100km

When to drive here

April to October

Nearby Destinations

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6 km awayPop. 1,201

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7 km awayPop. 1,054

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