3. Explore Corfu’s Old Town
Corfu’s Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has narrow cobblestone streets and buildings with Venetian architecture. It’s a picturesque place offering photography loves a great opportunity to capture unique shots. This is also a fantastic place to buy artisanal souvenirs for your friends and family as well as a few items for yourself such as handmade jewelry, ceramics, and even some local delicacies.
When visiting, you must take the time to visit the iconic Liston promenade. This is a Venetian-inspired area lined with elegant cafés, shops, and restaurants.
The Old Town is also home to several historic landmarks including The Old Fortress (Palaio Frourio), The New Fortress (Neo Frourio), The Church of Saint Spyridon, The Palace of St. Michael and St. George, and the Old Venetian Quarter (Campiello)
4. Take A Wine Tour
Wine tasting is a great way to connect to Corfu’s culture and history. The island produces a variety of wines including indigenous grape varieties (Robola, Moschofilero, Kakotrygis, Mandilaria, and Mavrodaphne) and international grape varieties.
Some wine tasting tours in Corfu include food pairings to complement the wines. Things you may be offered include cheese, olives, bread, olive oil, and other traditional Greek delicacies making your wine tasting experience as unique and authentic as possible.
Theotoky Estate is one of the oldest wineries, operated by a family that was among the most powerful in Greece (two different Theotokys have served as prime ministers). You can visit the estate, take in vineyard views, and have a tour and wine tasting for less than 20 euros. They produce a red (made from Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon grapes) and a white (made from Robolla and Kakotrygis).
5. Experience Corfu’s Traditional Music And Dance
Another fantastic way to experience Corfu’s traditions and culture is by attending a traditional music and dance performance. Corfu has a vibrant tradition on music and dance. Various cultures such as Venetian, Italian, and Greek have influenced what you see today.
For example, Kantades are traditional Corfiot folk songs that have been passed down through generations that often tell stories of love, longing, and everyday life.
During a Kantades performance, you’ll hear a small group of singers accompanied by guitars, mandolins, and accordions. These performances are popular in taverns, festivals, and cultural events.
Balos and Sousta are two traditional dances. Balos is a lively dance where dancers hold hands and move in a rhythmic, circular motion. Sousta is a slower dance where couples move in a slow and graceful manner. These dances are common at weddings, festivals, and celebrations.
Corfu hosts festivals and different events throughout the year. These offer a great chance to experience these cultural dances and music live. For example, the Corfu Carnival should be on your calendar if you plan to be in Corfu in February.
So, colorful parades, music, dancing, and masquerade parties take place during this time. The Feast of Saint Spyridon is another great festival to attend. This one takes place in August.
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