Whether you’re looking for a lovely sandy beach where you can go for a swim, or a pebbled beach, good for fishing, where you’ll find the best seafood on the island, Corfu beaches will suit all itineraries.
To make it easier to identify the best Corfu beaches for you, we’ve divided the page up by location. Know where you’ll be visiting on Corfu island? Check out which coast it’s on and find beautiful beaches for you to enjoy below. We’ve also included the facilities that each beach offers.
*Please note that all distances listed are calculated from Benitses village.
Halikounas Beach
Distance: 15 km
Located off the beaten path, this long sandy beach is truly a hidden gem. A small cedar forest acts as a barrier between Lake Korission and the open sea of Halikounas Beach and Issos Beach.
There isn’t as much lush greenery as other beaches in Corfu, but because of its sheer size, it’s arguably the best Corfu nude beach if that’s something you’re looking for. You’ll definitely be able to find some privacy on such a long sandy beach.
The winds that blow along the west coast of Corfu make Halikounas Beach a surfer’s paradise. Whether you’re looking for windsurfing or kitesurfing, Halikounas Beach is the place to be! There is a restroom, a significant number of sunbeds, and umbrellas for use, as well as a beachside bar that serves beverages and ice cream!
It’s one of the most stunning secluded beaches of all the Greek islands.
Issos Beach
Distance: 17 km
One of the most famous Corfu beaches, Issos Beach is widely known as the “James Bond Beach” because the Bond movie, “For Your Eyes Only”, was filmed here in 1981.
Issos Beach is located only a few kilometres south of Korission Lake, not far from Halikounas Beach. It’s a well-organised beach that features lifeguards and ample opportunities for water sports. There’s also a restroom and shower facilities on the beach, as well as a few beach bars.
One of the most gorgeous sandy beaches on Corfu island, the soft sand is silky and golden. The waters are strikingly blue and shallow. In the southern part of Issos, there is also a port and a few taverns, for those seeking a yummy meal after a long day on the shore.
Marathias and Santa Barbara Beaches
Distance: 20 km
Marathias and Santa Barbara, like Halikounas and Issos, also feature soft white sand and blue waters. It’s considered one of the most beautiful beaches on the island.
The coastline spans about 2,000 metres of commercial-free private access to the sea. There is also a small stretch of facilities nearby that offer chaise lounges, umbrellas, and the opportunity to partake in water sports. It’s an ideal sandy beach for family holidays or independent travellers.
Paramonas Beach
Distance: 17 km
Paramonas Beach is nestled in the southwest corner of the Mesis region, and offers guests a long stretch of golden sand covered in green seaweed. While this is the perfect spot for sunbathing, visitors are warned that the rocky seabed isn’t too good for swimming.
A gorgeous secluded beach, Paramonas offers visitors solitude during the high season compared to the more popular beaches in Corfu; because of this, the beach has been known to draw in celebrities. In the past, it has also hosted commercial film productions.
Prasoudi Beach
Distance: 15 km
The stunning blue and green hues make Prasoudi Beach a little piece of heaven for locals and tourists alike. This beach is known for its windless days and its tranquil atmosphere. It often attracts visitors with the promise of a quiet day away from the crowds.
Beautiful golden sand and clean waters have earned this beach a prestigious Blue Flag. Sunbeds and umbrellas are offered for a small rental fee, and there are many restaurants nearby that offer stunning sea views to accompany their lovely dishes.
Glyfada Beach
Distance: 18km
Located 16 kilometres west of Corfu Town, Glyfada Beach (Corfu) is widely regarded as the most popular beach in Corfu. It’s sometimes referred to as the Corfu Town beach as locals prefer to drive there than visit their own small beach.
The water on Glyfada Beach is crystal-clear, the sand soft and golden. The beach is surrounded by steep, dreamlike cliffs and lush trees. Sunbeds, umbrellas, water sports, gift-shops, and taverns are all available at Glyfada Beach! This beach is fully-equipped with a first-aid station, showers, toilets, and a baby-changing station, all within walking distance.
It’s the ideal beach for a day trip from Corfu Town.
Agios Gordios Beach
Distance: 10km
Agios Gordios Beach is one of the most popular beaches on the island, thanks to the unique display of impressive rock formations that surround the sandy beach. Sunbeds, umbrellas, and water sport facilities are available. Additionally, there are boats for rental, and a SCUBA diving centre for underwater lovers.
Myrtiotissa Beach
Distance: 17km
Myrtiotissa Beach was described by English writer Lawrence Durrell as the “loveliest beach in the world.” This sandy paradise, accessed either by car or bike via a dirt road, is surrounded by dramatic, imposing cliffs covered in trees.
Because of its beauty, it’s a very popular beach, often considered one of the best beaches in Corfu. As such, it attracts thousands of visitors every year, despite it being a rather small sandy beach.
Myrtiotissa Beach attributes its name to the beautiful Monastery of Myrtiotissa, which is located just above the beach. If you’re looking for the best Corfu nude beach, this unspoiled paradise acts as the official nudist beach of Corfu.
Ermones Beach Corfu
Distance: 18km
Another west coast gem, Ermones Beach is overshadowed by Glyfada, but it still holds its own as one of the top beaches in Corfu. A mixture of sand and stone, the green hills that surround Ermones Beach make it a quiet and picturesque little spot.
Paleokastritsa Beach
Distance: 31km
Paleokastritsa Beach is the most picturesque village of the island. One of the most idyllic sandy beaches you’ll ever lay eyes upon, Paleokastritsa is easily accessible by road, and buses run regularly from Corfu Town. If you’re renting a car in Corfu, Paleokastritsa makes for a fantastic day trip.
The village of Paleokastritsa offers visitors many nice taverns overlooking the bay, as well as six sandy and pebble beaches which are scattered all around the area. You’ll also find an aquarium here. Paleokastritsa bay contains one of the best beaches in Corfu, a magnificent beach surrounded by olive tree forests and famous for its dramatic scenery and crystal clear waters.
On most beaches here, there are taxi boats to explore the surrounding sea caves, motorboats, canoes, umbrellas, and sunbeds for rental. Additionally, the rocks and caves provide the ideal setting for adventurous divers.
On most beaches here, there are taxi boats to explore the surrounding sea caves, motorboats, canoes, umbrellas, and sunbeds for rental. Additionally, the rocks and caves provide the ideal setting for adventurous divers.
Paradise Beach
Distance: 31km
Only accessible by boat, this beautiful beach is one of the best sandy beaches on the whole island, but not many people know about it. Because of its difficulty to get to, you’ll often find the beach completely empty.
Surrounded by steep cliffs, you can arrange to be dropped off here from Paleokastritsa village, and then later in the day the boat will return to pick you up. While there, you can swim, snorkel, and explore the rocky outcrops, or simply lie down and relax with a good book.
Porto Timoni Beach
Distance: 46km
A short hike away from the village of Afionas, Porto Timoni Beach is so picturesque that it earns its place among the best beaches in Corfu before you’ve even set foot on it. Technically, the double bay consists of two beautiful beaches.
Parking can be difficult in Afionas, and the walk down can be steep in parts. It’s well worth the effort though. Come early to beat the crowds and have one of the most beautiful beaches in Corfu to yourself.
Agios Stefanos Beach
Distance: 46km
Just a little bit further up the coast from Porto Timoni Beach lies Agios Stefanos Beach. This beauty is home to a small seaside village where you’ll find tavernas and bars to enjoy a beverage while watching the sun melt into the sea on an evening. You can find sunbeds and umbrellas on this beautiful beach.
Sidari Beach
Distance: 45km
Sidari’s main beach is tucked between Canal D’amour (The Love Canal) and the harbour. There’s a little saying for this beach: swim here and find your true love. If you swim here with the love of your life, rumour has it you’ll stay together forever!
Visitors will undoubtedly recognise the validity of this statement once they have arrived and witnessed the stunning views of Sidari Beach! Guests can also partake in water sports or SCUBA diving here.
The area of Sidari is usually quite crowded as it’s a very popular tourist resort.
Acharavi Beach
Distance: 42km
A nice beach for swimming, sunbathing, or just relaxing with a book, Acharavi Beach is a gorgeous place situated in between Sidari and Kassiopi. This long sandy beach is one of the best beaches in Corfu because of its prime location on the north coast, but also because of its impeccable fine sand.
It’s one of the longest beaches in Corfu and it sees a lot of tourists due to being situated near some of the larger resorts.
Kanoni Beach
Distance: 45km
Kanoni Beach, also known as Kassiopi Beach, has the stunning view of Mount Pantokrator, the tallest mountain on Corfu, with its hills covered in olive groves and citrus plantations.
Visitors are also provided a magnificent view to the Albanian coast – you can get the ferry to Albania from Corfu Town if you like what you see. The beach area also overlooks the ruins of an ancient castle.
As Kassiopi is known as a fishing village, you’re sure to find plenty of tavernas nearby with a mouth-watering selection of seafood. The village also offers guests a wide variety of water sports such as water-skiing, paragliding, and a SCUBA diving centre. There are also boats for hire, and swimming pools available for visitors.
Kerasia Beach
Distance: 42km
Not too far from Kassiopi, Kerasia Beach is famous for its stunning views of the Albanian coast. This area is only several kilometres across the Ionian Sea from the Balkan nation, and the views are incredible.
Sunbeds and umbrellas are available at the beach for a small fee.
Barbati Beach
Distance: 28km
Corfu’s only long beach made up of pebbles, Barbati, is located 20 kilometres north of Corfu Town. It has been given a Blue Flag for the cleanliness of the beach and its surrounding waters. Sunbeds and umbrellas are available to rent.
Kouloura Beach
Distance: 38km
Kouloura is a small fishing village with a bay that frequently appears on postcards of Corfu Island. It’s an ideal place for both swimming and sunbathing, and it offers a beautiful view of the coastline of Albania as well.
Snorkelers are commonly found viewing marine life in nearby rocky coves, making the most of its crystal clear waters. The only facilities at this beach, however, are sunbeds and umbrellas available to rent for a small fee.
Kalami Beach
Distance: 38km
Kalami Beach is a long strip of coastline composed of smooth, flat stones and dazzlingly blue waters. Its beauty actually inspired English author Lawrence George Durrell’s novel Prospero’s Cell. Durrell described the island of Corfu as “a brilliant little speck of an island in the Ionian,” with waters “like the heartbeat of the world itself.”
Kalami Bay is nestled below northeastern Corfu’s green hills. It’s a small bay with few boats, but various restaurants and bars can be found in the vicinity nearby.
Ipsos Beach
Distance: 23km
This narrow beach has a road that runs parallel to it, lined with gift shops, mini markets, bars, and cafes. The village of Ipsos serves as a base for tourists, and provides scenic views of the slopes of Mount Pantokrator.
Ipsos Beach is a mixture of silt, sand and pebbles, and there are sunbeds and umbrellas available for a small fee.
Dassia Beach (Corfu)
Distance: 22km
A short hop from Corfu Town, this lovely sandy beach is sometimes regarded as one of the best beaches in Corfu because of its proximity to Corfu Town. Because Corfu Town doesn’t have any spectacular beaches of its own, residents appreciate the nearby sandy havens as much as possible. Dassia Beach is about as close as you can get to a nice sandy beach in Corfu Town.
Nissaki Beach
Distance: 31km
Another long beach full of pristine golden sand awaits in northeast Corfu. At first sight, it would appear that this area is home to all the beaches in Corfu, but that’s just testament to how many beautiful beaches Corfu has.
Nissaki Beach has an old wooden pier that can make for some brilliant photographs. You can find umbrellas and sunbeds here so you’re all set for a day of pure relaxation.
Benitses Beach
Distance: 0km
While not in the same league as some of the Corfu beaches mentioned here, Benitses beach is a quaint pebbled beach that offers clear water and plenty of beach bars. A raving party town in the 80s, Benitses now caters to couples and quieter travellers looking for some peace and relaxing holidays.
Another excellent fishing village, Benitses offers some of the best seafood you’ll ever try right on the main strip along the beach. It’s the perfect place to dip your toes in the sea in the afternoon, and then into the Corfiot cuisine in the evening.
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Kavos Beach
Distance: 33km
Kavos Beach is one of the longest beaches on the island. This large sandy beach is also one of the southernmost beaches in Corfu! Kavos is a lively town, and frequently hosts parties in the village’s many bars and clubs. Kavos beach has several great beach bars and it’s ideal for party lovers.
This beach is a mecca for young tourists who are looking to let loose and have a good time. Kavos Beach is a white stretch of sandy beach that spans nearly two kilometres. Facilities here include bungee jumping, water-skiing, jet skiing, and banana rides. It’s the perfect place to soak up the rays by day, then to party the night away once the sun goes down.
