From Corfu Cruise Port
Best Things to Do in Corfu from a Cruise Ship
One port day, many Corfus — how to choose what fits your hours ashore.
Distance
Varies — Old Town 2 km; Paleokastritsa 25 km
Travel time
5–45 minutes depending on choice
Time needed
Plan one anchor per half day
Corfu rewards almost every interest — UNESCO Old Town, Paleokastritsa's coves, Achilleion's terraces, boat caves and village food. Your ship's hours determine how many anchors you can combine.
Corfu cruise ships dock at the New Port (Neo Limani), about 2 km west of Corfu Old Town. Taxis to the Liston take 5–10 minutes; local buses run every 15–20 minutes in season. Build a 60–90 minute buffer before all-aboard — summer traffic on the coastal road back to the port can slow returns from Paleokastritsa or Achilleion.
Standard 8–10 hour calls suit one major excursion plus a Old Town walk, or a focused half-day at Paleokastritsa. Short calls should prioritise Corfu Town on foot — it is uniquely close to the terminal.
Use our cruise planner to match interests to realistic itineraries. First-timers often choose a highlights tour; repeat visitors head to beaches or village food routes.
How to get there from the cruise port
| Method | Detail | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Taxi from cruise terminal | Metered or pre-booked taxi to Old Town, Paleokastritsa or Achilleion. | 5–45 min | €8–55 |
| Public bus | Blue buses from port area to Old Town (Line 15) or island routes in season. | 10–25 min | €1.70–2 |
| Shore excursion | Coach or minivan with guide, tickets and return timed to all-aboard. | Door-to-door | Tour price |
Times and costs are indicative. Always keep a 60–90 minute buffer before all-aboard.
Highlights
- Old Town UNESCO walk
- Paleokastritsa coastline
- Achilleion and Kanoni views
Tips
- Check your exact arrival and departure times
- Book excursions before sailing in peak season
- Keep 60–90 minutes return buffer
Prefer a guided tour?
Corfu Highlights Shore Excursion
Paleokastritsa, Achilleion and Old Town — Corfu's essential trio on a single port day.
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Best Things to Do from Corfu Cruise Port — FAQs
What is the number one thing in Corfu on a cruise?▼
Corfu Old Town for culture; Paleokastritsa for scenery — most first-timers want one of these.
Can I see everything in one day?▼
No — choose two anchors maximum on a standard call.