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Stories of battles and urban life in the Old Fortress and the Old Town

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Duration

up to 3h

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

up to 10 people

Languages

English, Other languages available upon request

Overview

The Old Town of Corfu with its two Forts is a Unesco World Heritage Monument under criterion iv. Its architecture in relation to defence make it a unique example with a distinct contribution to human history. The guided tour to the ingenious architecture of the Old Fortress is created by Corfu’s defensive fortifications themselves. Walking around the Old Fortress you will be amazed by the advanced fortification art that the Venetians applied in order to repel the fierce Ottoman attacks.

Imposing bastions, battlements, labyrinthine secret chambers, cisterns, shelters and powder magazines testify to the sophisticated for its time science of defence that the Venetians had developed. Thus they managed to build in Corfu the two most powerful fortresses in the Mediterranean, which remained impregnable.

At the same time, visit the church of Agios Georgios. This is one of the most special churches on the island, where the Greek-born Prince Philip, husband to Queen Elizabeth II, was baptised. If the weather conditions are good, walk to the top of the Fortress and enjoy the 360-degree panoramic views that unfold generously before you.

Continue the tour by following us to the Durrells Garden and the flower gardens of St Michael and St George Palace. See Vidos Island and hear the shocking story of the Serbian people’s salvation on the island of Corfu.

Come with us through the Liston square and visit the imposing Orthodox church of St. Spyridon where his venerable relic is kept.

See the shell of the first lyric theatre in Greece, which today houses the services of the Municipality of Corfu and join us on a walk through the Jewish quarter. Here the traces of the World War II can still be seen. Half-demolished buildings are still waiting for their owners to return from the concentration camps, while around the neighbourhood the district is bustling with life and activity.

Greet us at the gate of the New Fortress, the boundary of the once walled city.

You have just enjoyed a taste of the  fortifications and important aspects of Corfu history. Thank You!

Price per person

Number of people Price per person
1-10 € 70,00
Children (0-5 years) Free

* Entrance fees are not included in the price.

Highlights

  • Old Fortress
  • Esplanade Square
  • Durrell's Garden
  • Palace of St Michael and St George
  • Liston
  • St Spiridon Church
  • Townhall Square
  • Jewish quarter

Things you should know before you book

  • Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
  • Comfortable shoes and clothing, hat, sunscreen and sun glasses are highly recommended during summer period.
  • The standard language of our tours is English, but other languages are also offered upon request.
  • In case of cancellation, please advise our cancellation policy as described on our site.
  • All children aged 0-5 are free of charge.
  • As quality is our top priority, groups have a small number of participants (15 max).
  • Entrance fees are included in the price.

Durations

3 hours

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Corfu Old Town, Corfuting Guided Tours
Brodie
21/05/2025

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