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The 7-day plan, rearranged for 5 days: the best-ranked places stay, and each day keeps to one part of town.
From average weather, 2021 to 2025: warm, sunny days with little rain score highest (the air stands in for the sea, which is not included). Crowds and prices change through the year, so check them before you book.
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
A Venetian fortress on a rock beside the old town, with paths that wind up to a view over the sea and the red roofs. Go up early, before the heat, and bring water.
Go when Early morning, before the sun gets strong.
Local tip The paths are stone and can be slippery. Wear shoes with grip, bring water, and let small children take the climb at their own pace.
A row of tall arcades along the edge of the square, with cafes underneath, built in a style that echoes Paris. Sit under the arches and watch the town go by.
Go when Late morning, with a cold drink under the arches.
Local tip Ask for a glass of local ginger beer. It is a Corfu tradition that goes back to the days of British rule on the island.
Sofrito is a Corfu dish of veal slow-cooked in white wine, garlic and herbs, usually served with rice or potatoes. A taste of the old town.
Local tip Ask for a small plate to share if the children are not hungry.
The church of the island's patron saint, with a tall red bell tower you can see from many lanes. Step inside, and keep your voice low and your shoulders covered.
Go when Afternoon, once the day is cooler.
Local tip Cover shoulders and knees before you go in, and keep your voice low. Many people come here to pray.
The wide green square at the edge of the old town, one of the largest in this part of Greece. A good place for children to run while the grown-ups sit in the shade.
Go when Midday for shade, or the evening walk when families come out.
Local tip Cross the whole square on foot. Locals take a slow walk here in the evening, and it is the best place to see the town at its easiest.
A second Venetian fortress on the other side of the old harbor. Walk around it at dusk when the stone turns gold, and look back across the water at the town.
Go when Around sunset (about 9:09 PM), when the stone glows.
Local tip The walls look best from the harbor side. Walk the old harbor in the late afternoon, then come back to the fortress at dusk.
Pastitsada is the dish of Corfu: meat in a spiced tomato sauce over thick pasta. It is often a Sunday meal, and it is rich and filling.
Local tip The sauce is mild, and a good first dish for children.
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
A green park by the water with an old villa at its heart, shaded by tall trees and with paths down to the sea. A cool place to start the day.
Go when Morning, while the park is cool and quiet.
Local tip Keep to the shaded paths and walk down to the shore. The woods are full of birds and wild herbs, and children enjoy the open space.
A small pebble beach below the estate, set in the old site of the ancient city. The water is calm and clear, and the trees give shade near the shore.
Go when Late morning, before it gets hot.
Local tip The beach is pebbly, so bring water shoes for young feet. Check the flag and the swell before you let anyone swim.
A simple plate of fresh grilled fish with lemon and olive oil, and a Greek salad on the side. Eat at a table close to the water.
Local tip Ask what came in that day, and order by weight to share.
A palace built for an empress in the hills above the sea, with a garden full of statues and a wide terrace. Walk the garden and look out over the water.
Go when Afternoon, after a swim and lunch.
Local tip Walk the garden terrace for the view of the sea, and look for the statue of a hero in the grounds. Give it a slow hour and keep the children close.
A tiny wooded islet with a chapel, just off the coast. Small boats cross to it from the shore, and the view back to the headland is the one on many postcards.
Go when Afternoon, after the walk to the causeway.
Local tip Small boats cross to the island from the shore. Check ahead on the crossing, and keep to the paths on the island.
A viewpoint on the headland south of town, looking over a small white monastery on its own islet. Walk the causeway to the monastery and watch the planes come in.
Go when Late afternoon, when the light is soft.
Local tip Walk the causeway to the small white monastery and watch the planes come in over the water, which children enjoy.
Bourdeto is a Corfu fish stew in a spicy red pepper sauce. It can be hot, so ask for a mild version for the children.
Local tip Order bread to mop up the sauce.
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
A wide, sheltered sandy bay with a steep rock at one end, popular with families. The water is shallow near the shore, which suits small children.
Go when Morning, before the wind and the heat build.
Local tip The bay is sheltered and the sand is soft, but the sea here faces the open water. Check the flag before anyone swims.
One of the longest sandy beaches on the island, with a gentle slope into the water and plenty of space. Check the flag before swimming, and note that quiet coves nearby are naturist beaches.
Go when Midday, with a long lunch beside the beach.
Local tip Some beaches nearby are naturist, and others are exposed to waves. Check the flag and the signs, and choose a stretch that suits your group.
A flaky pie filled with cheese or greens, baked fresh and eaten warm. An easy lunch to take to the beach.
Local tip Buy a few and share them in the shade.
A long, shallow lagoon behind a ridge of sand dunes, home to birds and reeds. A peaceful place to walk and watch the water.
Go when Morning, when the birds are most active.
Local tip Bring binoculars if you have them. The lagoon is shallow and the dunes are fragile, so keep to the paths.
A viewpoint on a hilltop above Pelekas, named for an emperor who liked the view. The sun sets over the sea below, so stay for the colors.
Go when About an hour before sunset (about 9:09 PM), then stay for the colors.
Local tip The hilltop is open and breezy in the evening, so bring a light jacket. Keep small children away from the edge.
Stifado is a stew of beef or rabbit with small onions, tomatoes and spices, cooked slowly until tender. A winter dish, but also a favorite in summer.
Local tip Ask for a half portion if the children are small.
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
A cluster of small bays with clear green water, cut into steep wooded cliffs. The swimming is calm in the coves and a good place for a family to spend the middle of the day.
Go when Midday, once you have seen the monastery.
Local tip Choose the calmest cove for small children and swim near the shore. Check ahead on the sea and the flags, which can change quickly.
A medieval castle on a high rock above the sea, on the west coast. The climb is steep and uneven, so go only if everyone is comfortable with that, and enjoy the view of the cliffs.
Go when Morning, before the heat and the buses.
Local tip The path is steep and the stone is uneven. Go slowly, wear sturdy shoes and stop if anyone is tired. The view from the top is wide.
Fried squid with lemon, a salad of tomato, cucumber, olives and feta, and warm bread. A simple lunch by the water.
Local tip Share a few plates and order more if you are hungry.
A white monastery on a headland above the coves, with a quiet courtyard, flowers and a view down over the sea. Dress modestly and move quietly.
Go when Morning, when the courtyard is quiet.
Local tip Dress modestly: shoulders and knees covered. The terrace has one of the best views over the coves, so take your time there.
Built from the plan’s must-sees, grouped so each day stays close together and ordered by time of day.
A stone village in the foothills of Mount Pantokrator, mostly empty now, with old houses and a church among the trees. Walk the lanes, and let the children run through the ruins.
Go when Morning, while the air is cool.
Local tip The village sits high on the slope of Mount Pantokrator. Walk the lanes and look into the ruined houses, but stay out of any that look unstable.
A small harbor town on the north-east coast, with a ruined Venetian castle above the water. Walk along the harbor and up to the castle walls for the view across to Albania.
Go when Midday for lunch by the water, or evening for the harbor.
Local tip Walk to the ruined castle at the headland. The view across the water toward the mainland is wide and clear on a good day.
Local cheese, olives, tomatoes and bread, with a bowl of lemon potatoes if you can find them. A light lunch for a hot day.
Local tip Eat in the shade and drink plenty of water.
A sandy cove at Sidari, where wind and water have carved pale sandstone into narrow channels and small coves. The rocks can be slippery, so watch your footing and keep an eye on the swell.
Go when Morning or late afternoon, when the light is soft.
Local tip Wet sandstone is slippery and the swell can pick up. Keep children close, watch the waves and stay out of the water in rough conditions.
By average weather from 2021 to 2025, June to September are the best months for a beach trip to Corfu. This plan is built for late June, which is one of the best months. Crowds and prices change through the year, so check them before you book.
It covers 5 days in Corfu, planned for late June. Each day is built around a small number of stops, with room to rest.
It was planned for most travelers. The pace and the places reflect that, so check it fits how you travel.
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Each day has about 1.5 to 49.5 kilometers between its stops, and 106.7 kilometers in all across 5 days. A short hop is a walk and a longer one a ride. Distances are straight-line estimates, so allow extra for the streets.
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