Corfu Old Town Charms And Venetian Splendour Self Guided Walk

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