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Corfu Cruise Port Guide
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Cruise ships dock directly at the New Port in Kerkyra, Corfu. Corfu Town is renowned for its charming old quarter, a captivating blend of Venetian and Byzantine influences featuring narrow, secret streets, scenic viewpoints, and guarded by two ancient fortresses. While some ships offer free shuttles to the passenger terminal (a 5-10 minute walk from the dock), the heart of Corfu Town is approximately a 20-30 minute (3 km) walk away.
Getting Around from the Port
- Walking: Corfu Town is about a 20-30 minute (3 km) walk from the cruise dock. To walk, exit the terminal to your left and follow the coastline to the right.
- Ship Shuttles: Your cruise line may offer free shuttles from the dock to the passenger terminal. Shuttles directly to Corfu Town are sometimes provided by ships and typically cost around 8 Euro per person.
- Taxis: Taxis are available outside the terminal. A ride to Corfu Town costs approximately 10 Euro each way. Tip: The first queue of taxis is often for island tours; walk further down the line to find taxis offering shorter rides into town. Taxis can be a cost-effective option for groups.
- Public Bus: Blue Bus #16 or #17 departs from the port parking lot every 15 minutes. The journey to the town entrance takes about 10 minutes and costs 2 Euro, payable to the driver. You can ask the driver for a free map. For more extensive use of city buses, a 5 Euro day ticket is available.
- Car Rental: Car rental kiosks are located within the cruise terminal for those wishing to explore independently.
Attractions and Activities
- Explore Corfu Town: Wander through the charming old town, admiring its unique Venetian and Byzantine architecture, secret alleyways, and panoramic views. Visit the two ancient fortresses that flank the old town. This area is easily explored on foot once you reach the town center.
- Island Bus Network: Corfu boasts a good bus service.
- Blue Buses: Serve Corfu Town and its immediate environs. Consider a 5 Euro day ticket if you plan multiple rides.
- Green Buses: Connect Kerkyra town to villages across the island, including popular destinations like Paleokastritsa, Kavos, Ipsos, Sidari, Gouvia, Kassiopi, and Roda.
- Dasia Beach: Take Blue Bus Line #7 from Corfu Town to Dasia. Buses run every 20 minutes (every 30 minutes on Sundays). Dasia beach is long and narrow, offering calm waters and stunning views of the Albanian mountains and coastline.
- Independent Exploration: Rent bicycles, motorbikes, or cars to explore the island at your own pace. Taxis are also available for custom island tours, though be prepared to negotiate fares.
Shopping
The narrow streets of Corfu's old town are packed with hundreds of small local shops. You'll find a wide array of items, including jewelry, leather goods, olive wood souvenirs, carpets, handmade tablecloths, and ceramic gifts.
- Local Specialty: A must-try local delicacy is the Kum Quat, a unique citrus fruit that is a symbol of Corfu island.
- Port Facilities: The cruise terminal features a large duty-free shop. Free WiFi is available in the terminal; however, service may slow down when many crew members are using it, so connecting before crew return to the ship might offer better speeds.
- Opening Hours: Retail and specialty shops typically open Monday-Friday from 9am-1:30pm and again from 5pm-9pm, and Saturdays from 9am-2pm. Tourist shops and convenience stores often have extended hours during summer, operating from dawn until well after midnight.