CORFU WALKING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Through Bastions and Backstreets: A Walking Tour of Corfu’s Old Fortress and Old Town
A three-hour walking exploration of Corfu Town’s layered history, from the Old Fortress to the Palace and Jewish Quarter, distilled into a practical guide for visitors.
Through Bastions and Backstreets: A Walking Tour of Corfu’s Old Fortress and Old Town.
To walk through Corfu Town is to move through successive empires and civilizations—Venetian ramparts, British-era palaces and narrow, lived-in lanes all converge here, giving the town a compact, walkable narrative that this tour unfolds over three hours.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Old Fortress — stone ramparts and sea views
The Old Fortress anchors the town’s defensive story: its bastions and walkways reveal how Corfu controlled access to the harbor and defended against successive rulers.
Palace of St. Michael & St. George — Neoclassical presence
The Palace stands as a marker of later influence in the townscape, a contrast to medieval fortifications and a key stop on the walking route.
Jewish Quarter & Campielo — intimate streets and community traces
Hidden courtyards and narrow lanes in the Jewish Quarter and the Campielo area capture the domestic scale of Corfu’s past lives and the human stories that shape the old town.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
Over three hours the route threads between fortified stone, ceremonial civic buildings and intimate quarters: expect a deliberate, foot-powered pace that layers historical context onto every street and viewpoint.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this walking tour suits — and who should take care
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs for three hours.
Comfortable shoes, water and a hat are recommended.
The departure point is the Statue of Count Von Der Schulenburg in Corfu Town.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the tour?
The tour lasts three hours.
Where do we meet the group?
The meeting location is the Statue of Count Von Der Schulenburg.
What are the primary sights covered?
The route includes the Old Fortress, the Palace of St. Michael & St. George, St. Spyridon Church, Campielo and the Jewish Quarter.
What should I bring on the tour?
Bring comfortable shoes, water and a hat.
Are there any age or health restrictions for participants?
No specific participant age limits or health restrictions are provided.