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Overview

Tourist Information The guide was updated: 2024-02-12

Best Time to Visit

Best Time to Visit

The best time to visit the island of Corfu is during the spring (April to early June) and autumn (September to October). During these months, the weather is pleasant with warm temperatures and less humidity compared to the peak summer months. Spring brings blooming flowers and lush landscapes, while autumn showcases vibrant colours and is ideal for outdoor activities. Also, visiting during these shoulder seasons allows you to avoid the large crowds present during the summer peak. However, if you prefer hot weather and bustling beach scenes, the summer months of July and August are the peak tourist season, but it can get quite crowded and hot during this time.

Passport / Visa

Passport / Visa

Greece can be visited visa-free for up to 90 days by citizens of Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, Malaysia, Israel, UAE and most countries in America. If you are unsure whether or not you need to apply for a visa, we recommend contacting the embassy or consulate in your country. International (non-Schengen) travellers need a passport that is valid for at least 3 months after the end of their trip in order to enter the Schengen zone. Citizens of Schengen countries can travel without a passport but must have a valid ID with them during their stay.

Tourist Traps

Tourist Traps

The most common tourist trap on Corfu is overly-expensive taxi rides. Therefore, it's a good idea to insist that all fares are shown on the metre. Some restaurants overcharge on the bill so, it's generally a good idea to check your bill before you pay the amount requested.

Corfu International Airport "Ioannis Kapodistrias" (CFU)

Corfu International Airport "Ioannis Kapodistrias" (CFU)

Corfu International Airport "Ioannis Kapodistrias" or Ioannis Kapodistrias International Airport (CFU) is located three kilometres south of Corfu Town. There is a bus station next to the Arrivals hall where buses leave for destinations all over the island. A trip to Corfu Town takes approximately 10 minutes. You can also find taxis outside the terminal building.

Public Transport

Public Transport

From central Corfu, there are buses that take you to different destinations on the island and they're reasonably reliable. The long-distance buses leave from the bus station, which is close to the New Port in Corfu Town and the local bus station is on Pleteia San Rocco. The green buses are the long-distance ones and the blue buses are local.

Post

Post

Postboxes on Corfu are yellow and stamps can be bought in shops and kiosks. You can find post offices in villages throughout the island.

Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Pharmacies are open during shop hours, generally from 8am to 9pm, and there's always one pharmacy open in Corfu town at night and at weekends. Most resorts have their own pharmacy.

Telephone

Telephone

Country code: +30 Area code: 2661

Electricity

Electricity

Greece uses the Type F electrical plug with two round pins, the same as in many countries in Continental Europe. The standard voltage is 230 volts.

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