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Tip: Use the map to choose beaches by area. The western coast is known for sandy beaches and dramatic sunsets, while the northeast generally has calmer water and pebble beaches.
Corfu’s 16 Best Beaches at a Glance
- Glyfada Beach – West Coast
- Paleokastritsa – Northwest Corfu
- Barbati Beach – Northeast Corfu
- Sidari and Canal d’Amour – Northwest Corfu
- Porto Timoni – Northwest Corfu
- Arillas Beach – Northwest Corfu
- Agios Georgios Pagon – Northwest Corfu
- Agios Stefanos NW – Northwest Corfu
- Agios Gordios Beach – West Corfu
- Kontogialos Beach – Central-West Corfu
- Dassia Beach – Central-East Corfu
- Issos Beach – Southwest Corfu
- Agios Georgios South – South Corfu
- Halikounas Beach – Southwest Corfu
- Moraitika Beach – Southeast Corfu
- Prasoudi Beach – Southwest Corfu
Corfu Beach Map
Use the interactive map to locate beaches and plan your route. Zoom in to explore the north, west, east, and south of Corfu.
All Beaches in Detail
Organized beaches normally have sunbeds, umbrellas, food, drinks, and other facilities. Partly organized beaches have limited facilities, while visitors to unorganized beaches should bring their own water, food, and shade.
Glyfada Beach – Organized
Glyfada is one of Corfu’s best-known beaches, with golden sand, clear blue water, beach bars, tavernas, sunbeds, and watersports. The shallow entrance makes parts of the beach suitable for families, although it can become very busy during July and August.
My tip: Arrive early in the morning if you want easier parking and a quieter swim. The beach is also one of the best places in Corfu to enjoy the sunset.
Access: Approximately 25–30 minutes from Corfu Town by car. Summer bus services may also be available.
Paleokastritsa – Organized
Paleokastritsa is famous for its small bays, emerald water, caves, rocky scenery, and green hills. Visitors can swim, snorkel, rent a small boat, or join a boat trip to explore caves and beaches that cannot easily be reached from the road.
You can also visit the historic monastery above the main bay, where you will find beautiful views across the coastline.
My tip: The water in Paleokastritsa is often colder than at many other Corfu beaches. Arrive early because parking can be difficult during the busiest summer weeks.
Access: Approximately 35–45 minutes from Corfu Town. Public buses operate during the tourist season.
Barbati Beach – Organized
Barbati is a long pebble beach on Corfu’s northeast coast, below the slopes of Mount Pantokrator. Its clear water makes it an excellent choice for swimming and snorkeling.
The beach has organized sections with sunbeds, beach bars, restaurants, and watersports, as well as quieter sections for visitors who prefer more space.
My tip: Bring suitable beach shoes because the pebbles can become uncomfortable and hot. The water can become deep quite quickly in some places.
Access: Approximately 25–35 minutes from Corfu Town by car or bus. Some access paths are steep.
Sidari and Canal d’Amour – Organized
Sidari is one of northern Corfu’s most popular resorts. It is especially famous for Canal d’Amour, where the sea has created unusual channels, coves, and sandstone formations.
The area offers sandy swimming spots, restaurants, bars, boat trips, watersports, shops, and a lively summer atmosphere.
My tip: Do not swim through narrow channels when the sea is rough. The sandstone can also be slippery, so take extra care when walking close to the edge.
Access: Approximately 55–70 minutes from Corfu Town, depending on traffic.
Porto Timoni – Not Organized
Porto Timoni consists of two beautiful coves separated by a narrow green peninsula below the village of Afionas. It is one of Corfu’s most photographed natural attractions.
The beaches have no sunbeds, toilets, cafés, or other facilities. Visitors should bring plenty of drinking water, food, suitable shoes, sun protection, and snorkeling equipment.
My tip: The walk can take approximately 30–45 minutes in each direction, depending on your fitness and starting point. The route is steep, rocky, and exposed to the sun, so it is not suitable for everyone.
Access: On foot from Afionas or by boat from nearby coastal resorts.
Arillas Beach – Organized
Arillas is a long sandy beach with shallow water and a relaxed atmosphere. It is popular with families, couples, repeat visitors, and travelers interested in yoga and wellness activities.
There are sunbeds, tavernas, cafés, accommodation options, and quieter areas away from the central part of the resort.
My tip: Stay until the evening because Arillas is one of the best places on the island for watching the sunset.
Access: Approximately 50–65 minutes from Corfu Town by car.
Agios Georgios Pagon – Partly Organized
Agios Georgios Pagon is a large horseshoe-shaped bay surrounded by green hills. The long beach has sand and small pebbles, with calm conditions on many summer days.
Visitors can find sunbeds, tavernas, watersports, boat rentals, kayaking, and paddleboarding, while quieter sections remain available away from the center.
My tip: Walk or drive to the viewpoints above the bay for some of the best coastal views in northwestern Corfu.
Access: Approximately 45–60 minutes from Corfu Town.
Agios Stefanos NW – Partly Organized
Agios Stefanos Avliotes has a wide sandy beach, shallow water, a relaxed resort atmosphere, and beautiful sunset views. It is particularly popular with families and repeat visitors.
The central section has sunbeds, tavernas, cafés, and watersports, while other parts of the beach are quieter.
My tip: Make sure you choose Agios Stefanos Avliotes in northwest Corfu, as there is another resort named Agios Stefanos on the northeast coast.
Access: Approximately 55–70 minutes from Corfu Town.
Agios Gordios Beach – Organized
Agios Gordios is a long beach surrounded by impressive green cliffs and rocky scenery. It combines natural beauty with restaurants, beach bars, sunbeds, accommodation, and watersports.
The resort is suitable for couples, families, and visitors who want to spend the whole day beside the sea without needing to drive elsewhere for food or drinks.
My tip: Stay for dinner or a drink because the beach has excellent sunset views. Parking can be difficult in the busiest summer period.
Access: Approximately 30–40 minutes from Corfu Town.
Kontogialos Beach – Organized
Kontogialos, also known as Pelekas Beach, is a wide sandy beach below the traditional village of Pelekas. It offers clear water, sunbeds, restaurants, accommodation, and watersports.
It is a good alternative for visitors who want a beautiful west-coast beach close to Corfu Town.
My tip: Combine your beach visit with Pelekas village and the Kaiser’s Throne viewpoint, especially close to sunset.
Access: Approximately 25–35 minutes from Corfu Town. The final road down to the beach has bends and steep sections.
Dassia Beach – Organized
Dassia is a convenient resort beach on Corfu’s central-east coast. It has calm and generally shallow water, sunbeds, restaurants, bars, watersports, and frequent transport connections with Corfu Town.
The beach is mainly made up of pebbles and coarse sand. It is popular with families and visitors staying in nearby hotels.
My tip: Visit in the morning for calmer conditions and a more relaxed atmosphere.
Access: Approximately 20–25 minutes from Corfu Town, depending on traffic.
Issos Beach – Partly Organized
Issos is a long sandy beach beside the protected landscape of Lake Korission. It is known for its dunes, open scenery, strong winds, and beautiful sunsets.
Some sections have sunbeds and beach facilities, while large parts remain natural and undeveloped. The beach is popular with walkers, windsurfers, and kitesurfers.
My tip: Bring sun protection because there is very little natural shade. Avoid walking on protected vegetation and take all rubbish away with you.
Access: Approximately 40–50 minutes from Corfu Town.
Agios Georgios South – Partly Organized
Agios Georgios Argyrades is a long sandy beach in southern Corfu. It has shallow sections, tavernas, cafés, accommodation, sunbeds, and enough space to find quieter areas.
It is a good choice for families, couples, and visitors who prefer a relaxed resort without the intensity of Corfu’s busiest nightlife destinations.
My tip: Do not confuse it with Agios Georgios Pagon in northwest Corfu. Check that your map shows Agios Georgios Argyrades.
Access: Approximately 45–60 minutes from Corfu Town.
Halikounas Beach – Mostly Unorganized
Halikounas is a long, wild beach between the Ionian Sea and Lake Korission. It is one of Corfu’s best places for visitors who prefer open landscapes, fewer buildings, and a more natural beach experience.
The area is also popular with kitesurfers because it is frequently windy. Facilities are limited and can be far apart.
My tip: Bring water, food, shade, and sun protection. The sea can become rough and windy, so families with small children should check the conditions carefully before swimming.
Access: Approximately 40–50 minutes from Corfu Town. A car is the most practical option.
Moraitika Beach – Organized
Moraitika is a popular southeast-coast resort with shallow water, beach facilities, tavernas, cafés, shops, and watersports. The beach consists mainly of sand, shingle, and small pebbles, depending on the section.
It is a convenient option for families and visitors who want restaurants and other services within easy walking distance.
My tip: Explore different sections of the coastline because the beach continues toward neighboring Messonghi, and some parts are quieter than others.
Access: Approximately 30–40 minutes from Corfu Town, depending on traffic.
Prasoudi Beach – Partly Organized
Prasoudi is a smaller beach on Corfu’s southwest coast, surrounded by greenery and peaceful countryside. It has sand and small pebbles, clear water, and a quieter atmosphere than the island’s major resorts.
Facilities are limited compared with larger beaches, although visitors can normally find food and drinks nearby during the tourist season.
My tip: Prasoudi is a good option for couples and travelers exploring nearby villages and the Lake Korission area by car.
Access: Approximately 40–50 minutes from Corfu Town.
Plan Your Corfu Beach Day
Choose your beach according to the weather, wind direction, travel time, and the facilities you need. During July and August, start early to avoid heavy traffic, parking problems, and the strongest afternoon heat.
Visitors planning to explore remote beaches should carry drinking water, suitable shoes, sun protection, and a fully charged mobile phone.
