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Corfu is easy to reach and safe to travel, but a few practical details will save you money and time. Here are the answers to the questions travelers ask most, from the airport and buses to tipping and tap water. For more, see our best time to visit Corfu guide.
Corfu Travel Tips: Getting There and the Airport
Corfu International Airport (code CFU, named after Ioannis Kapodistrias) sits 3 km south of Corfu Town, with direct seasonal flights from most European hubs and year-round connections via Athens. City bus line 15 runs from the airport to San Rocco Square in town for about €1.70, every 30-40 minutes in summer. A taxi into town costs roughly €15-20 and takes about 10 minutes. There is no train service on the island. For more, see our Corfu events and festivals guide.
Corfu Travel Tips: Getting Around
The blue and green KTEL buses run from the San Rocco Square terminal in Corfu Town to the main resorts, with one-way fares of roughly €1.50-3 depending on the route. Buses thin out after October. Renting a car costs about €30-50 a day in season and is the best way to reach west-coast beaches like Paleokastritsa and Glyfada, which have limited bus service; book ahead for August. Scooters and quads are popular but avoid them if you’re not experienced on steep, winding roads. For more, see our Corfu neighborhoods guide guide.
Corfu Travel Tips: Money, Visa and Tipping
Corfu uses the euro. Cards are accepted at hotels, larger restaurants, and supermarkets, but carry €30-50 in cash for beach tavernas, sunbeds, and small shops. Greece is in the Schengen area, so EU citizens enter freely and US, UK, Canadian, and Australian passport holders can stay up to 90 days without a visa. Tipping is appreciated but not expected: round up taxi fares, leave €1-2 per person at a taverna, and 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Service is usually included in the bill; check before adding more. See our Corfu guide for the full picture.
Corfu Travel Tips: Safety, Water and Health
Corfu is one of the safest destinations in Greece; the main risks are pickpocketing in crowded old-town lanes in August and sunstroke on the beach. Tap water in Corfu Town is generally drinkable, but many visitors prefer bottled water in the resorts, and it’s cheap at about €0.50 a liter. There is a general hospital on the edge of Corfu Town; pharmacies are common and can help with minor issues. Bring reef-safe sunscreen and insect repellent, since mosquitoes are active in the evenings from May to October.
Corfu Travel Tips: What to Pack and When
From June to September pack light cotton clothes, a sun hat, and shoes you can walk in, since the old town is cobbled. May and October add a light jacket for evenings, which drop to 14-18°C (57-64°F). From November to March bring a waterproof layer and warm layers; daytime highs sit around 14-16°C (57-61°F). For the full climate picture, see our Corfu weather by month guide.
Suggested Hotels in Corfu
If you want a shortlist of three proven places to stay, here are one luxury, one mid-range, and one budget option, all in or near Corfu Town.
Corfu Palace Hotel
The five-star Corfu Palace sits at the edge of the old town with a spa, pool, and tennis court, 500 m from the Spianada. Best for couples who want a full-service luxury base in town. Check rates and availability
Bella Venezia
Bella Venezia is a restored 19th-century mansion in the old town with a courtyard garden and a 9.3 guest rating. Best for couples who want a boutique, characterful mid-range stay. Check rates and availability
Siorra Vittoria Boutique Hotel
Siorra Vittoria is a neo-classical mansion a block from the Liston with parquet floors and breakfast included. Best for budget-conscious travelers who still want a central, historic room. Check rates and availability
For a fuller area-by-area breakdown of hotels and prices, read our where to stay in Corfu guide, and for ideas once you’ve arrived, see the things to do in Corfu list.
