Colorful CorfuSituated on the Ionian Sea and surrounded by crystal clear blue water, Corfu is the greenest Greek island! Having been owned by the Venetians, French, and British, Corfu has a unique blend of cultures that makes its old town a UNESCO World Heritage Site. AuthorsBreeGoux
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Stays

Ariti Grand Hotel Corfu
Budget: Out by the airport, the Ariti Grand Hotel has clean rooms, a pool, and easy transport into the old town available.
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Mon Repos Palace
Mid-Range: This adults-only hotel guarantees comfort and quiet right on the water. Several dining options, including private dining with a waterfront view, make it a great location to stay for a romantic getaway.
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Bella Venezia Historic Boutique Hotel
Luxury: This boutique hotel sits in a restored neo-classical mansion and will have you feeling like you're the main character of a summer romance film. If you're staying in the summer make sure you have breakfast out in the garden to get the most out of this property.
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Day One

Kumquat / speciality coffee / brunch / cocktails
Kumquat is the perfect brunch spot, offering fresh breakfast foods like amazing avocado toast or a spinach omelet. It isn't fancy, but it is good!
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Corfu Central Market
This small market is a wonderful spot to spend some time walking around and snacking on local produce! If you're still hungry after breakfast they also offer amazing street food here.
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Liston
This wide pedestrian street is a wonderful place to do some morning walking and window shopping! Loved by locals and tourists alike, it offers a unique architectural show, with buildings representing the previous owners of the island. This street also leads right to Spianada Square!
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Spianada Square
Located right in front of the Old Fortress, this square is both the largest in Corfu and Greece itself! Its lush greenery is the perfect way to end your morning walk before you head to explore the Old Fortress!
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Old Fortress
If you enjoy history then the Old Fortress is well worth visiting - this Venetian fortress covers the old Byzantine era original town of Corfu. With a layered history there's so much to see here! I would recommend making sure you have time for more than just a walk through here.
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Stories of Food and Culture in the Old Town of Corfu
Who doesn't love a food tour? This one will give you savory bites as well as historical ones as it takes you through Old Town! Walk the city like a local with your tour guide and learn more about Corfu as you sample local favorites.
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Mon Repos Park
I know, you've done a lot of walking today, but if you aren't hitting 20k steps every day while on vacation, are you even on vacation? Mon Repos Park is a waterfront park that offers gorgeous views of the ocean and more of the greenery Corfu is famous for! If your feet are getting weary it's also a great place to find a spot to kick back and relax for a while while enjoying some quiet time with your traveling companions.
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Avli Restaurant Corfu
Grab a seat on the patio, look out to the ocean, and enjoy the octopus in vinegar (trust). Your first day in Corfu is done! Toast to an amazing weekend and get ready for an amazing day two tomorrow.
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Day Two

Palette cafe
If you've read my trips before then you know - we start our days off with coffee around here! Palette Cafe is a great place to grab an espresso before you begin a day of exploring further afield!
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Rolandos Rent a Car Corfu
The best way to get to the points of interest further from Corfu Town is to rent a car. Rolandos has great ratings and is a great place to rent a car from!
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The Achilleion Palace
Built in 1891 for the Empress of Austria the Achilleion Palace is a luxurious royal estate. Make sure you save time on this stop to explore the palace gardens as they're the real gem of this royal retreat.
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Kaiser William II Observatory
This observatory is great in that, while it offers views, you can drive right up to it! I would recommend parking your car down in Pelekas and walking up to the observatory to enjoy the town and surrounding nature, but if your feet are tired after yesterday then have no fear, you don't need to hike here!
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Leonidas grill
Tatziki. Souvlaki. Kontosouvli. If you're looking for traditional Greek food with a heavy emphasis on meat, then this is where you want to stop for lunch. My mouth is watering just thinking about it.
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Nymfes Waterfall
If you're visiting in the dry season then Nymfes might not be the stop for you - with a lack of water comes a lack of falling water so it may not be the view you're looking for however, if you're here outside of the dry season, this is one hike you won't want to skip!
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La Famiglia
Venture back to Corfu Town and grab dinner at La Famiglia! If you skipped the waterfall and are heading back to town right after lunch, make sure to do some walking before you try and eat dinner here. You'll want plenty of space to enjoy their linguini. Just make sure you call ahead to reserve a table in the alley to get the most out of this little Italian gem.
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Day Three

Favela Nº17
To quote Lorelai Gilmore: "I need coffee in an IV." This stop is here for the coffee lovers, and the coffee lovers only.
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Ionion Super Market
Okay, coffee had, head on over to the supermarket to grab some lunch stuff! Today you'll be hitting the water and exploring remote beaches so you'll want to bring something to snack on.
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Capitano Paleokastritsa Rent a Boat
Renting a boat is the best way to see the best beaches as that's the only way to access many of them! This boat rental spot is reputable and nice so grab a maritime vessel from them and get ready to hit the water.
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Spiros Beach Paleokastritsa
The water around Corfu is known for being crystal clear and jaw-droppingly blue and this beach is no exception! It makes it the perfect place to start your beach-hopping day.
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Porto Timoni beach
Further north is this secluded cove that offers a gorgeous beach and better views. If you enjoy snorkeling, then this is the place you want to do it! It's popular and can get busy in the summer, so if you really want to spend some time here make sure to come early.
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Cape Drastis
This is all about the views! As you float by take in the stunning mountain formations and dramatic cliffs on the north end of the island. This is a favorite spot by all who visit and is well worth the effort to get to.
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Venetian Well
Back in Corfu, you're probably starving, and if you want to end your trip on a high note then have dinner at the Venetian Well. If you're here with your significant other, this is the ultimate romantic date spot. The atmosphere of the square at night, combined with the food, will make this a dinner you'll remember for a lifetime.
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