Acharavi is a quite big, sandy beach, on the north side of the island. It is 3 km. long, almost connecting Roda beach with Almyros beach. The waters are shallow for meters making it a safe beach for children to play.

Luxury hotels set in gardens that run right down to the beach, waterfront tavernas and beach bars, colorful umbrellas, beach sports, water slides, tanned blonde families, ambulant doughnut vendors, pony rides, souvenir stands selling articles carved out of olive wood. Certain sections of the beach belong to the waterfront hotels with their clientele of (mainly) German families.
Among them are the various organized beach facilities, with tavernas, beach bars (the Veggera in Acharavi is a must), mini markets and sou­venir shops. Just after the center of Acharavi is the Gellina Hotel’s water park that will drive the kids wild. As you move farther east­ward from Acharavi, at the level of Almyros, the beach becomes quieter, with just a few rooms to let and some fish tavernas – this is the territory favored by the nudists and lovers of free camping. (35 km from Corfu town)

Situated on the northern coast of Corfu, Almiros & Acharavi are growing resort with an 8km long sandy beach joining it to Roda. There are a variety of water sports on offer including fun-rides, windsurfing, and pedaloes, as well as water-skiing and para-gliding. There are villas and apartments to rent and a couple of small hotels. There is a good selection of tavernas and restaurants at Almiros beach.
Beach location: Signposted from the northern Corfu coastal route between Roda and Kassiopi. You access Almiros via a winding road leading through sand dunes to the beach which, itself, consists of a massive, wild, untamed area with the benefit of some facilities.
Disabled access: Wheelchair accessible at certain points. Deep shingle can be hard going.
Car parking: Park at the roadside or in the sand dune area.
Food outlets/restaurants: Several snackeries spread out along Almiros beach.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Shingle and hard-packed sand extending beyond the waterline. Sunbeds/umbrellas: No. Showers: No. Safe for children: This is an open sea environment. A massive, rugged beach where children can easily get «misplaced». Limited facilities but, otherwise, good under supervision. Watersports: No. Main users: Locals, tourists «in the know» and those who enjoy sea fishing. Well cared for: Litter bins courtesy of the local council, the rest is down to nature!
Mooring for boats: No. Next to quayside/harbor: No. Storm drains/outlets into the sea: No.
Natural shady areas: No. Sand dunes provide a tiny respite from the sun but, substantially, the beach is exposed. Any other facilities: Rooms to let close by. Distance to main resorts: 5 km. to Roda, 10 km. to Kassiopi and 45km to Corfu town. Public transport: No. Independent transport required.
Blue Flag: Yes. A wild, natural beach with subtle husbandry.

The first pebble beach you come to after Kassiopi. A small bay, well-treed, but its beach is of no particular beauty. Watch out on the pebbles, some of them are very sharp. Relatively quiet, with one hotel and two or three tavernas – try the Kavo Barbaro. Avlaki beach attracts mainly foreigners from Kassiopi and the nearby hotels. Avlaki beach is organized and they hire out boats, sail-boards, canoes, and pedalos.
(36 km from Corfu town)

Agni is a pebbly beach with deep waters, on the northeast side of the island. It offers visitors peace and quiet, due to the fact that you can access it only via a curved sloped road. Some taverns and accommodations can be found around the area.

On Corfu’s southwest coast, the long stretch of Halikounas’ sandy beach protects Lake Korission from the sea. The lake is a haven for over one hundred species of birdlife including great white egrets, oystercatchers, and curlews. A small wooden bridge crosses the point where the lake flows into the sea and leads to a forest of cedar and juniper trees and then to Agios Georgios beach.

Agios Georgios beach (Argirades) offers tavernas, bars, watersports, and more visitors. The lake is bordered by hillsides of olive groves, citrus orchards, and vineyards and looks up to the monastery on top of Mount Agios Mattheos. This area of Corfu island (Korfu) is agricultural and very peaceful.
Beach location: From the main Corfu – Lefkimmi road, in the vicinity of Moraitika, take the turn to Agios Matheos. You will come to a”gantry” over the road displaying various destinations. At the gantry, take the left turn and then follow the signs for Halikounas beach through olive groves and agricultural land.
It sounds more complicated than it actually is and you will be rewarded with arrival at an attractive and uncommercial beach. Sand, sea and little else.
Disabled access: There are very few access points capable of taking the width of a wheelchair. Halikounas beach itself is soft sand with the main entry point at a somewhat rocky stretch. Those who are not wheelchair users will probably find the access ok. Car parking: Park on the roadside.
Food outlets/restaurants: One or two cantina-style snack bars and a taverna.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Rocks at the perimeter of Halikounas beach rapidly give out into soft golden sand. The environment is natural and there is no major “organization.”
Sunbeds/umbrellas: There are but a few and it’s probably advisable to bring your own umbrella if you’re planning to stay any length of time. Showers: Yes. For toilets, it’s the taverna and some beach bars!
Safe for children: Other than the need to be watchful for the rocks, the waters are shallow for some distance and this is a good area for younger swimmers. Watersports: No.
Main users: Used by local people and tourists with the emphasis probably on “locals”.
Well cared for: Yes. The area tends to be respected by visitors and is maintained by nature (with a little help from the municipality). A rugged, natural and clean environment. Mooring for boats: No.
Next to quayside/harbor: No. Storm drains/outlets into the sea: No.
Natural shady areas: There are sand hills but these provide little in the way of shade.
Any other facilities: No. Distance to main resorts: Messonghi and Moraitika are about 10 km respectively. Public transport: No. Blue Flag: No. (Why not? – it seems to deserve one!)

Agios Gordios (or Agios Gordis) is one of the best beaches of Corfu. It is located at a distance of about 15 kilometers SouthWest of Corfu town, just after Sinarades village (the port of Garounas). It is the most popular sandy beaches on the West coast of the island. You will recognize it when you get there from the characteristic Ortholithi, the imposing upstanding rock in the sea. With a car, it is possible to use this as a good base to tour the island and visit the historic Corfu Town.
Just before you get to the beach and while you are just outside Sinarades village you will find a path (a road actually) to Aerostato, a hanging spot at the peak of the mountain, offering an exceptional view towards the beach of Agios Gordios Corfu.

Beach location: There is a good road from Corfu town via west-coast Sinarades and on to the outskirts of Agios Gordios resort. It then becomes narrow and is traffic-clogged. It gets extremely busy in high season.
Disabled access: Agios Gordios beach is accessible in certain places but accommodation is often high in the foothills. There are rising gradients in the resort itself.
Car parking: This place gets very busy in high season and the (dead end) road to the beach is narrow and has the added hazard of «jay-walking» pedestrians. Take a hint, when you see a line of parked cars at the roadside, join it! If you proceed past the parked cars, you’re unlikely to find a space but you will have major difficulties turning round. Food outlets/restaurants: Yes.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Mainly golden sand with some shingle and pebbles. Sunbeds/umbrellas: Yes.
Showers: Yes. For toilets, use local bars/tavernas.
Safe for children: The water is quite shallow and suitable for children. Watersports: No.
Main users: Tourists. Well cared for: Yes. Mooring for boats: No.
Next to quayside/harbor: No. Storm drains/outlets into the sea: No.
Natural shady areas: Agios Gordis beach is very exposed. Any other facilities: Full resort facilities.
Distance to main resorts: 0-1 km depending on the location of your accommodation.
Public transport: Bus service and taxis. Blue Flag: No.

Agios Georgios north is one from the more beautiful beaches of north-western Corfu. It is found in distance 30 km away from the city. Agios Georgios beach has been awarded the Blue Flag. It is a region with unique beauties, ideal for people who prefer a quiet beach in order to enjoy their bath.

The small settlement lies around the cove and has a splendid view.
Beach location: This is an enormous and attractive beach associated with Agios Georgios resort in northern Corfu. It’s not the easiest place to find, accessed from the main road beyond Sidari and Avliotes. Follow the signs for Afionas but don’t detour into the village. Instead, keep straight on and then look for the Agios Georgios signs on the roadside. Follow these down dusty, single-track roads until you arrive (you will probably get lost) at Agios Georgios beach (north Corfu). Maps are not helpful – just persevere!
Disabled access: Yes. However, the sand is soft in a number of places making wheelchair access somewhat difficult. Rising gradients commence the further back into the resort you travel. Car parking: Park on the roadside. Food outlets/restaurants: A range of places to eat.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Deep golden sand in the main. Sunbeds/umbrellas: Yes.
Showers: Yes. For toilets, use the beachside snack bars and tavernas. Safe for children: Agios Georgios (North) is an ideal beach for children. It’s sheltered, there are few waves and the sandy beach extends into a shallow, blue sea. However, the water does deepen pretty quickly and sometimes the wind can whip the sea around a bit. In such conditions, it is advisable to observe the beach flags and supervise younger swimmers. There is supposedly a lifeguard but none was present on inspection.
Watersports: Yes. Main users: Tourists. Well cared for: Yes.
Mooring for boats: No harbor as such but you can moor off in the delightful bay. The shelter is limited.
Next to quayside/harbor: No.
Storm drain/outlets into the sea: None observed. Natural shady areas: This is a very exposed beach.
Any other facilities: Full (if somewhat small) resort.
Distance to main resorts: 0-1 km. depending on the point of access. Corfu town 40 km. Paleokastritsa 15 km. Public transport: Limited bus service. Taxis prowl. Blue Flag: Yes.

The beach of Agios Georgios Argyradon is a wide, sandy beach with gradually descending waters.

It has been awarded the blue flag for its excellent water quality and is one of the most popular Corfu beaches.

Agios Georgios Argyradon beach has chaise longues and umbrellas, a good selection of tavernas and cafes and plenty of rooms to let, apartments and hotels located nearby.

There is a cosmopolitan air about Agios Stefanos, with the yachts at their moorings, the fish restaurants and the foreigners who walk down to the picturesque little port from the surrounding villas. Come here for a stroll along the lovely promenade and a meal at one of the fish tavernas on the waterfront – the most famous of the lot is the “Efkalyptos”. If you have a boat you can moor it here or, if there’s no room, then anchor offshore.
The amenities of the place include a mini-market and a foreign press news-stand. (38 km from Corfu town)

Agios Spiridonas is located on the north coast of Corfu between Kassiopi and Acharavi and has been recognized by the European Community for its crystal clear water. The area which is named after the Saint Spiridon, the patron saint of Corfu island, comprises three beaches, the most popular being the main beach which has a typical taverna directly on the beach and is close to the small chapel. this beach is perfect for families as the children can swim freely in the shallow water. After Agios Spiridonas beach, the road bridges the outlet of the Antinioti lagoon and heads for Yaliskari beach and for the monastery of Agia Ekaterini. this monastery was founded in 1713 and in its church there are remarkable frescoes dating from the 18th and 19th century which have been preserved.
Beach location: Access is signposted between Roda and Kassiopi on the northern Corfu coast road. From the signpost, it’s only a short distance to the beach and tiny church of the same name. Currently isolated, all this is destined to change as a large complex is to be built here.
Disabled access: It’s just about possible to get a wheelchair onto the soft sand that prevails here, but only in certain places. Sand dunes also impede progress. Car parking: Park at the side of the road. There’s normally plenty of space, except at high season.
Food outlets/restaurants: One or two tavernas and beach bars.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Soft golden sand leads into a”lively” sea. The mainland is visible across the channel and there are significant currents. Sunbeds/umbrellas: Yes.
Showers: Yes-For toilets, use the tavernas and bars. Safe for children: There is a swell and significant currents. These are exacerbated by the wake from passing ferries, sending significant breakers crashing onto the beach from time to time. In overall terms, Agios Spiridonas beach is ideal for children under supervision. Watersports: There are only pedaloes and canoes. Main users: Locals and those tourists who are «in the know». Well cared for: Yes. Mooring for boats: No.
Next to quayside/harbor: No. Storm drains/outlets into the sea: No.
Natural shady areas: Although there are trees to the rear of the beach, it is still quite exposed.
Any other facilities: Rooms to let nearby. Distance to main resorts: 5 to 7 km to Roda and Kassiopi. Public transport: No. Independent transport required. Blue Flag: Yes.

Arillas is a seaside settlement on northwestern Corfu 38 km. from the capital. It is famous for its amazing beach, that has been awarded a blue flag. It is a long beach with sand or pebbles, depending on the part you are at, that isn’t yet that affected by tourism and preserves its natural beauty unspoiled. Staying at Arillas is ideal for those who love something quiet and secluded.

Walks along the headland from Agios Stefanos to nearby ARILLAS are popular with fine views and splendid sunsets. The beach at Arillas is a little busier than its neighbor though not as long at 250m nor as deep at just 15m. But it is flat and sandy with shallow waters, so great for families and backed by low rolling hills. The islet of Gravia just offshore and reachable if you are a decent enough swimmer. There are sunbeds, watersports, boats for hire and a water taxi to other Corfu resorts along the coast.
In the resort itself, there is a wide selection of minimarkets – I counted seven, there may be more – and a few shops selling tourist souvenirs.

Beach location: Follow the road from Sidari and Avliotes to Arillas in order to access this massive expanse of sand. The access is signposted from the main road as you travel beyond Avliotes village. It’s about 1-2 km. beyond the village. Disabled access: There is limited disabled access to Arillas beach available at certain points. Elsewhere rising gradients and some steep drops to the beach hamper wheelchair access. The sand is also soft. Car parking: Park on the roadside. This gets busy and parking is sometimes difficult and you may find yourself parking some distance from Arillas beach.
Food outlets/restaurants: Yes. Plenty of snack bars and other food outlets.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Soft golden sand. Arillas resort beach is organized but it lies at the center of a huge, natural beach that seemingly goes on forever. There are some pebbles beyond the waterline.
Sunbeds/umbrellas: Yes. These give out after some distance and the beach is then «wild».
Showers: No. For toilets, use food outlets.
Safe for children: In the main, the water is shallow and the beach comprises attractive soft, golden sand. Watch out for the significant watersports activity which sometimes intrudes on the designated swimming areas. There is a light swell with some waves from time to time.
Watersports: Yes. Main users: Tourists. Well cared for: Yes. Mooring for boats: No.
Next to quayside/harbor: No. Storm drains/outlets into the sea: None observed.
Natural shady areas: Arillas beach is completely exposed. Any other facilities: Full resort facilities.
Distance to main resorts: 0-2 km. depending on the point of access.
Public transport: Taxis or independent transport needed. Blue Flag: Yes.

Small sandy beach at the southernmost tip of Corfu. Generally unknown except to for­eign hikers who are able to trek the difficult paths that start from the equally deserted Kanoula shore or from the forest of Arkoudilas, south of Lefkimmi. But if you do come here, you’ll agree it was well worth the effort: you’ll be alone with the sea, beneath the eerie, secluded precipice that ends in a forest of cypresses and the desert­ed 17th-century monastery of the Virgin. (52 km from Corfu town)

The sand beach of Astrakeri is situating in the northwest of Corfu island and is a resort beach. In the wider space of coast, they existing a lot of facilities, like rent a car, bike, bicycles, marine sport, and e.c.c. Also, exist Hotels and rented rooms. Astrakeri beach has a length of 400 meters and a Width of 50 meters. The natural environment of Astrakeri beach has not to haw not rare kind of animal or Plants. The flora is rich and consists mainly of olive trees, cypresses, fruit trees and several kinds of bushes. The fauna consists only of domestic animals. The visitors have the following possibilities in order to reach the coast:
1. The green buses which leave from the center of the Corfu city every two (2) hours
2. With the car from the center of the Corfu city in forty (35) minutes
3. Municipality of Esperion has running a free buses program, three times a week for all the beaches, so quests and locals of our municipality can have the opportunity to visit and enjoy themselves.
Beach location: One of the northernmost beaches on Corfu. Located between the resorts of Roda and Sidari and accessed from the main coastal road. Look for the signs on the main road. These point you down a twisting road, through woods and olive groves. The road gives out at Astrakeri beach.
Disabled access: Astrakeri beach area is flat and wheelchair access is possible. Some of the sand is hard-packed, some is soft. Car parking: Probably the only place where you’ll park is on the municipal football pitch! The car parking area is massive and even in high season, it’s possible to get a space here.
Food outlets/restaurants: A selection of beach bars and tavernas. Sand/pebbles/shingle: A sand beach with some shale and small pebbles. Sunbeds/umbrellas: A limited number. Showers: Yes. For toilets use the tavernas and beach bars. Safe for children: This is open sea and the water gets deep reasonably quickly. Nevertheless, it’s a reasonably good beach for young swimmers under supervision.
Watersports: No. Main users: Locals.
Well cared for: Not as well cared for as it could be. Has a look of being «abandoned».
Mooring for boats: There is a small harbor which is neither attractive nor particularly suitable for the seagoing craft. Next to quayside/harbor: Not obtrusive. Storm drains/outlets into the sea: No.
Natural shady areas: Substantial vegetation and trees beyond Astrakeri beach itself give some cover.
Any other facilities: Rooms to let located close by. Distance to main resorts: 5km to Roda and Sidari.
Public transport: Buses will take you as far as the main road. Otherwise, you can use the card phone on the beach to summon a taxi. Blue Flag: No.

Barbati beach is characterized for its small rocks which cover the beach the rich vegetation and the deep and clear waters.

Barbati beach is situated 20 kilometers north of Corfu Town, nearby the village of the same name.

It was awarded the blue flag by the European guaranty for the cleanliness.

You can discover it with a boat tour, or you can relax on the sunbeds doing heliotherapy.

There are also waters-sports jetty and many bars with swimming pools.

A vibrant sea resort, south of the city of Corfu, that has not lost its picturesque element, despite its touristic growth and marina. It has been awarded numerous times with a blue flag.

The narrow strip of sand that separates beautiful Lake Korissia from the sea marks the boundary of the island’s most exotic beach. For those who love nature, walking, and tranquillity, this is pure par­adise. To get here, take the highway for Lefkimmi, turn right at the level of Mesongi and follow the signs for Kastro Gardiki and the lake. At the end of the road, you will find a small beach, with recliners and a snack bar. But don’t stop there.
Continue on foot along the rush-lined lakeshore, and cross the little bridge that takes you into the dense cedar forest. From here to Agios Georgios (an hour and a half walk along the forest), stretch kilometers of fine damp sand that has been shaped into dunes. Green hills, on the one hand, golden hills on the other. The only people you will meet will be other walkers and a few campers. Pick your ideal spot, and for a moment you’ll feel like being in the “Blue Lagoon”.

A very popular beach on the east side of the island, that has been awarded a blue flag. Near the city of Corfu, Dassia has shallow waters and it is covered with sand and small pebbles. On the seaside, you will find sea-sports and also a variety of taverns, cafes, bars, restaurants, and hotel complexes.

Quiet organized beach in the southern part of the island, 4 km from the village of Vitalades. Fine sand, reeds, a few rooms to let, and two or three tavernas – a nice little beach with nothing special about it. Popular with the people from nearby villages, and also with several, low profile, foreign tourists. Also know as Vitalades.
(42 km from Corfu town)

Located on the southwest side of the island, Glyfada has been awarded a blue flag. It is a long, sandy beach making it the most popular. Young people love it for its bar and cafes on the seaside. The beach also offers sunbeds, umbrellas, and sea-sports. When winds are blowing in the area the sea gets wavy.

A small beach, protected from the winds, on the east side of the island, about 8 km. from Chora. The beach is covered with sand and small pebbles. It offers sea sports, boat rental services, and a marina. In its general area, you will find a variety of restaurants and accommodation.

The beach of Marathias is situating in West coast of Corfu island and is a resort beach, with sand. The most important environmental activities are Seminar, Lecture, Photo and writing competition, clean up drawing competition, e.c.c.In the wider space of coast, they existing a lot of facilities, like rent a car, bike, bicycles, marine sport, and e.c.c. Also, exist Hotels and rented rooms. Marathias Beach has a length of 200 meters and a Width of 10 meters. The natural environment of the beach has not to haw not rare kind of animal or Plants. The flora is rich and consists mainly of olive trees, cypresses, fruit trees and several kinds of bushes. The fauna consists only of domestic animals. The visitors have the following possibilities in order to them reach on the coast:1. Green Buses which leaving from Saroco square, in Corfu town, every hour.2. With the car in one hour, from Corfu town.
Marathias beach overview
A beautiful picturesque resort in the southwestern coast of Corfu. A greek corner with a great nature and a wonderful long sandy beach and crystal blue water which make Marathias one of the most beautiful beaches of Corfu island. In the restaurants and tavernas of the place, one can taste the local cuisine, feel and enjoy the traditional greek and Corfiot atmosphere. The nearest village to the resort is the village of Marathias, a typical greek village, in 1 km distance. Other near villages: Perivolo (2 km), Lefkimmi (5 km), Argyrades (5 km).

…through the vineyards and woods to what is perhaps the loveliest beach in the world. Its name is Myrtiotissa. (Lawrence Durrell – Prospero’s Cell). Myrtiotissa is described by some enthusiasts as the most beautiful beach in Europe and it exerts its own magnetic charm, having once visited Myrtiotissa visitors are drawn back again and again. The most important sight in this area is the monastery of Panagia Myrtiotissa, that took its name from the icon of Panagias that was found around the myrtle. It deserves to visit it and to admire the splendid view.
Myrtiotissa is a fantastic spot, a stretch of sand with crystal clear waters that is reached by a very steep rough road. Because of its location, the steep cliffs surrounding the beach have prohibited any building of hotels or bars, it literally is just the beach with a couple of sandwich shacks.
How to get to Myrtiotissa Beach.
The quickest way to drive to Myrtiotissa is to head for Sinarades, Pelekas and then Glyfada – so if you look on your map you should be able to see the general direction you must go.
The road to Myrtiotissa
You will come to a crossroads, at which you go straight on heading towards Glyfada/Ropa valley. Continue on this road for a couple of miles until you reach a T junction. At this junction, you bear left for about 100 meters and take the first turning on the left (there is a house on the corner). Continue on this smaller road past a few houses until you reach the T junction at the end. Here turn right and almost immediately turn left on to a rough track that should be signposted Myrtiotissa.
Once you are on this road there is only one way to go! carry on all the way (it is a rough track at some points so please drive carefully) until you reach a newly built cafe called “The Olive Tree” this is all made from wood and has a car park behind it. Park here (it should cost c. 2 euros) and take your swimming things and walk the rest of the way down the track to the beach. As you begin this walk you will have spectacular views of the beach and coastline all around.

A popular seaside resort on the southeast side of the island with a beautiful beach. It has sand and pebbles and shallow waters ideal for children.

Beach location: At the complicated intersection of the major Lefkimmi – Corfu highway, turn off the main road just beyond Moraitika resort. Cross the bridge over the river and traverse the main-road shopping area, Signs on the left-hand side lead you down to the beach. Approximately 1 km.
Disabled access: This is a flat resort with almost all the accommodation area relatively accessible for wheelchairs. The beach is also accessible with hard-packed sand making it relatively wheelchair friendly.
Car parking: In high season this can be quite difficult. Park on the road- 6ide where possible or utilize the car parks provided by tavernas and bars.
Food outlets/restaurants: Plenty of offerings adjacent to the beach.
Sand/pebbles/shingle: Pebbles leading into shingle and sand beyond the waterline
Sunbeds/umbrellas: Yes. Showers: Yes and toilets – and even lockers for your clothes
Safe for children: Yes the sea is relatively placid and only goes deep quite steadily. A good resort for children. Watersports: Yes – a wide selection of Main users: Tourists
Well cared for: Relatively. Could be better. Mooring for boats: Yes (at Messonghi’s river)
Next to quayside/harbor: The river is cloudy but it does not appear to influence the surrounding beach area. Storm drains/outlets into the sea: None observed, other than the river outlet itself.
Natural shady areas: This is another very exposed beach. Any other facilities: Full resort facilities.
Distance to main resorts: Moraitika 1-2km. Messonghi 0-1 km depending on the location of your accommodation. Public transport: Bus service and taxis are plentiful. Blue Flag: No

Kommeno beach is included among the blue flag Corfu beaches.

It is quiet and very clean, offering a wonderful spot to relax on soft sand.

In the area, visitors will find a selection of tavernas and snack bars. Hotel accommodations are also available.