Corfu Old Town Charms and Venetian Splendour Self Guided Walk
- 2.5–3.5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 9 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
From Venetian fortresses to hidden shops, Greek mythology to WWII memorials – uncover 20 stories that make Corfu unlike any other Greek island. This tour is the perfect introduction to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Corfu Old Town. It is ideal for travellers who have stopped for a few hours on a cruise or those who want to explore the Old town On this tour you will discover 20 different spots which are the highlights of the old town of Corfu starting in front of the Old Fortress and ending at the New Fortress. You will learn about Venetian, French, and British influences which have shaped the history of Corfu. The tour caters to a wide variety of interests with spots like the garden of Durells, a banknote museum, a family-run soap factory and a Jewish memorial. You can decide which spots you want to enter and explore further after listening to the commentary. No rushing, no crowds, no fixed schedule – explore Corfu’s Old Town at your own pace with expert narration in your ear.
Inclusions
What's included
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
- 1-year access on iOS & Android app. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
- Audio and written guides
- Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
- Check or search your inbox for an email from “Tourific” with tour access instructions.
- Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
What's not
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- Transport
- Any entry tickets
Itinerary
Start by getting an overview of the influences on Corfu's old town in front of the imposing Old Fortress and hear about how 2,500 defenders held off an army twelve times their size
Pay homage to the Durells at the Garden of Durells and take in some great views
Find the statue of a German general the Venetians honored while he was still alive — and ask why
Stroll the boulevard modeled on a Parisian street where only those whose names were "listed" could walk.
See a 100-billion drachma note (worth practically nothing) and one of the oldest paper currencies in the world from 1300s China
Learn about the Patron Saint of Corfu who is believed to saved the city with a miracle
Discover other gems of the Old town of Corfu such as the Old Town Hall of Corfu, the Palace of Saint Michael and Saint George, Church of Saints Jacob and Christopher and the Patounis' Soap Factory
Piece together eight centuries of a community that survived expulsions and restrictions
Step into a vibrant market to pick up souvenirs. Smell the catch that was swimming hours ago and perhaps sample a kumquat liqueur the British accidentally made possible
Climb to where the Venetians demolished 2,000 homes to build a wall
Discover why 150,000 Serbian soldiers found refuge on a Greek island – a WWI story most visitors never hear
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 43 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- This is a self guided audio tour on the "Tourific self-guided tours" app. To start the tour, check your email for instructions from Tourific or your booking platform. Can’t find it? Search “Tourific” in your email (and spam folder). Any issue? Contact us
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Tourific
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- All stops will be visited from outside without entering into any locations
How it compares in Corfu
- Its from-price is 93% below the median of the 582 experiences we list in Corfu.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 72 of 582.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Corfu
Corfu is a green Ionian island off north-west Greece, with a Venetian old town, olive groves, rocky coves and a taste of French and British history.
Corfu Town, on the east coast, is listed by UNESCO for its Venetian, French and British layers, with narrow lanes of tall pastel houses between two Venetian fortresses. The Liston arcade, modelled on a Parisian street, runs along the Spianada, a huge square where cricket is still played, and the old British palace there now holds a museum of Asian art. The tiny islet of Vlacherna and Pontikonisi, Mouse Island, sit off the airport runway.
Top-ranked sights in Corfu: Old Fortress (Palaio Frourio), Kanoni, Paleokastritsa.
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