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Corfu Old Town Charms And Venetian Splendour Self Guided Walk
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.
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- · Minimum 1 travelers
- · Up to 15 travelers
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Itinerary
Select a stop or tap a pin on the map to see details. 9 of 11 stops have map coordinates.
Walking route is approximate — path follows available footpaths where possible.
- 1
Old Fortress Corfu
Pass byStart 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
- 2
Stop 2
Pay homage to the Durells at the Garden of Durells and take in some great views
10 min - 3
Spianada Square
Find the statue of a German general the Venetians honored while he was still alive — and ask why
10 min - 4
The Liston
Stroll the boulevard modeled on a Parisian street where only those whose names were "listed" could walk.
10 min - 5
Banknote Museum of the Ionian Bank
See a 100-billion drachma note (worth practically nothing) and one of the oldest paper currencies in the world from 1300s China
10 min - 6
Holy Church Of Saint Spyridon
Learn about the Patron Saint of Corfu who is believed to saved the city with a miracle
10 min - 7
Corfu Old Town
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
40 min - 8
Holocaust Memorial of Corfu
Piece together eight centuries of a community that survived expulsions and restrictions
10 min - 9
Corfu Central Market
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
10 min - 10
New Fortress of Corfu
Climb to where the Venetians demolished 2,000 homes to build a wall
10 min - 11
Stop 11
Discover why 150,000 Serbian soldiers found refuge on a Greek island – a WWI story most visitors never hear
5 min
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 included
- Any physical devices or headphones
- Human tour guide at location
- Transport
- Any entry tickets
Good to know
- 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
Tickets
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Tour options
Corfu Old Town Charms and Venetian Splendour Self Guided Walk
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