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Corfu Shore Excursions & Your Complete Cruise Planning Guide
Corfu is one of the Mediterranean's most beautiful and diverse cruise destinations — UNESCO heritage, Venetian architecture, turquoise beaches and authentic Corfiot food. Plan your port day before you sail.
Start your Corfu cruise plan
How would you like to experience Corfu?
Choose the path that fits your port day, interests and travel style — each card leads to the most relevant planning guides.
Beaches & Scenic Coast
Paleokastritsa's turquoise bays, Glyfada sand and the emerald coastline — half-day beach planning from the port.
Explore beaches →
History & UNESCO Old Town
Liston, fortresses, Spyridon and Venetian lanes — walk Greece's most elegant heritage city from the terminal.
Explore Old Town →
Boat Trips & Caves
Coastal cruises, Blue Caves and Paleokastritsa boat routes — see Corfu from the Ionian on a port day.
Explore boat trips →
Food & Local Culture
Pastitsada, kumquat liqueur, olive oil and village tastings — Corfiot flavours unlike mainland Greece.
Taste Corfu →Independent Explorer
Taxi to Spianada, walk Campiello, manage your own return — when independent beats a guided excursion.
Go independent →Start here
Which kind of Corfu cruise passenger are you?
Choose the option that fits your trip and we'll point you straight to the planning that matters most.
I'm visiting Corfu for the day on a cruise
You're calling at Corfu for the day. Find shore excursions, planning guides and a realistic port-day itinerary.
Plan my port dayIt's my first time in Corfu
Paleokastritsa or Old Town? Our first-timer guides and comparison pages help you choose confidently.
First-timer guideI prefer to explore independently
Walk UNESCO Old Town from the terminal, use taxis wisely and know when DIY beats a ship tour.
Independent guideI want a personalised itinerary
Tell us your hours ashore, interests and budget — get a tailored Corfu plan with return-to-ship timing.
Use the plannerEverything for your Corfu cruise
The definitive Corfu cruise planning hub
Not just an excursion catalogue — the full picture from Neo Limani terminal to Paleokastritsa, Achilleion and back to your ship.
Shore Excursions
Paleokastritsa, Old Town, Achilleion and highlights — cruise-timed from Neo Limani.
Browse excursions →02Corfu Planning Guides
Authority guides for beaches, Old Town, food, boat trips and every type of passenger.
Read guides →03Corfu Cruise Port Guide
Terminal layout, taxis, buses and getting to Old Town on arrival.
Port guide →04Corfu Cruise Planner
Answer a few questions — get a tailored itinerary with return-to-ship confidence.
Start planning →05Compare Options
Paleokastritsa vs Old Town, beach vs sightseeing, DIY vs guided — honest comparisons.
Compare options →06Cruise Ship Schedules
See which ships call at Corfu and plan around published arrival and departure times.
View schedules →07One Day in Corfu
Hour-by-hour sample itineraries from gangway to all-aboard.
One-day guide →08FAQ
Corfu cruise port questions answered — timing, taxis, excursions and return buffers.
Read FAQs →Featured Shore Excursions
Premium, cruise-timed tours designed around your Corfu port day.
HighlightsCorfu Highlights Shore Excursion
Paleokastritsa, Achilleion and Old Town — Corfu's essential trio on a single port day.
6–7 hours · Moderate
Beaches & coastPaleokastritsa Shore Excursion
Emerald Ionian coves beneath olive cliffs — Corfu's most photographed coastline.
4–5 hours · Relaxed
Old Town & cultureCorfu Old Town Walking Excursion
Venetian alleys, pastel shutters and the Liston — Greece's most elegant port stroll.
3–4 hours · Moderate
History & palacesAchilleion Palace Shore Excursion
Empress Elisabeth's hilltop villa — Achilles statues and terraces above the coast.
3–4 hours · Relaxed
Boat tripsCorfu Boat Trip & Blue Caves
Sea caves and limestone coast — see Corfu from the Ionian on a half-day cruise.
4–5 hours · Relaxed
FamilyFamily Corfu Shore Excursion
Beach time, fortress tales and gelato — Corfu at a pace children enjoy.
4–5 hours · Relaxed
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Real advice for real port days
First time in Corfu
Paleokastritsa or Old Town — choose one anchor on short calls. Our comparison guide and cruise planner help you decide with confidence.
Read guide →Beach & boat day
Paleokastritsa coves and Blue Cave boats need 35–45 minutes each way. Book morning departures and keep a 60–90 minute return buffer.
Read guide →Independent Old Town walk
Taxi to Spianada (5–10 min), walk Liston and Campiello, lunch on pastitsada — Corfu is one of the Mediterranean's easiest heritage walks from the terminal.
Read guide →Paleokastritsa or Old Town?
Scenery and swimming versus UNESCO streets — our comparison pages and cruise planner help you choose the right anchor for your hours ashore.
Short on time?
Corfu Old Town is 2 km from the terminal — walk Liston, Spyridon and the Old Fortress on independent days. See our one-day itinerary and port guide.
Build your personalised Corfu cruise plan
Enter your arrival and departure times, interests and travel style — get tailored excursions, guides and a realistic day plan with return-to-ship confidence.
Start the Cruise PlannerCorfu Cruise Planning FAQs
How far is Corfu Old Town from the cruise port?▼
About 2 km — 5–10 minutes by taxi or 20–25 minutes walking along the coastal road toward Garitsa and Spianada.
Can I visit Paleokastritsa on a Corfu port day?▼
Yes on calls of 7+ usable hours. Allow 35–45 minutes each way plus 2 hours at the coast, with a 60–90 minute return buffer.
Should I book a shore excursion or explore independently?▼
Old Town is excellent for independent walks. Paleokastritsa, Achilleion and boat trips benefit from pre-booked transport — see our DIY vs guided comparison.
What is the best Corfu excursion for first-timers?▼
A highlights tour combining Paleokastritsa, Achilleion and Old Town, or a focused Old Town walk if your call is short. See our first-timer guide.
Where do cruise ships dock in Corfu?▼
At the New Port (Neo Limani), west of Corfu Town. Larger ships may use tenders in peak season — confirm on your cruise app.