Walking in the Footsteps of The Durrells: A Three‑Hour Tour Through Corfu Town’s Filming Locations

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Walking in the Footsteps of The Durrells: A Three‑Hour Tour Through Corfu Town’s Filming Locations

A 3-hour guided walk that traces the on-screen paths of The Durrells through Corfu Town’s Old Fortress, Boschetto Gardens and historic streets — this guide orients you to the route and what to expect.

Walking in the Footsteps of The Durrells: A Three‑Hour Tour Through Corfu Town’s Filming Locations.

Duration
3 hours
Location
Corfu
Operator
Corfu Walking Tours
Category
Walking Tour
Robert Eric Crews
Founder & Editor, The Adventure Collective
Published Verified

Relive scenes from The Durrells by following the filming trail through Corfu Town: an immersive, on-foot exploration that threads the Old Fortress, St. George’s Palace and the narrow lanes, gardens and market neighborhoods where much of the series was shot. The walk frames the town’s history alongside the show’s locations, giving fans a chance to place themselves in those episodes while seeing many of Corfu’s notable sights.

Highlights

Outing Highlights

THE HISTORY

Old Fortress: where arrivals were filmed

The Old Fortress and its fortified moat were used in the series to stage the family’s arrival in Corfu — a dramatic, central stop on the walk that links the town’s maritime history with its role as a filming location.

THE ROUTE

Old Town & Tenedos: streets and market scenes

The tour winds through Corfu’s Old Town and the neighborhood of Tenedos, where a full local market was set up for the series — offering both cinematic touchpoints and a close look at the city’s layered urban fabric.

THE MEMORABLE SPOTS

Durrell’s Garden and the Palace

From the Boschetto Gardens, which contain bronze busts of Gerald and Lawrence Durrell, to the Palace of St. Michael & St. George (which doubled as a bank in one scene), these stops connect the show’s characters to real places in Corfu Town.

What the day feels like

What the walk feels like

This is an intimate, on-foot experience that moves at a walking pace through narrow streets, gardens and historic sites. Over roughly three hours you’ll retrace filming locations, hear how sets and scenes were staged on-site, and get local history that frames each stop.

Suitability

Who it's for

Who this walk suits (and when to reconsider).

1
Fans of The DurrellsIdeal for viewers who want to see the exact spots used in filming and to connect on-screen scenes with real locations.
2
History & architecture buffsGood for travelers who appreciate historic urban sites — the tour combines cinematic points of interest with Corfu Town’s historic landmarks.
3
Active walkersBest for people comfortable walking for about three hours on city streets and fortress terrain.
4
Those limited by mobility or short on timeNot ideal for people who cannot manage a multi-hour walking tour or who require frequent rests; the approximately three-hour duration and on-foot nature are core to the experience.

Practical planner

Details to review before reserving

Duration & Meeting

The tour lasts about 3 hours and departs from the Statue of Count Von Der Schulenburg.

What to Bring

Comfortable shoes, water and a hat are recommended.

Operator & Focus

Operated by Corfu Walking Tours and focused on the Durrells’ filming locations and related city sights.

Booking Notice

Review cancellation policies before reserving.

Frequently asked questions

Planning Your Outing

How long is Durrell’s Private Tour in Corfu Town on foot?

The tour is approximately 3 hours long.

Where is the meeting point for the tour?

Meet at the Statue of Count Von Der Schulenburg.

Which locations does the tour visit?

The itinerary 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 walk?

Bring comfortable shoes, water and a hat.

Is the tour centered on The Durrells filming locations?

Yes — the walk traces the series’ on-location shoots across Corfu Town, including the Boschetto Gardens, the Old Fortress and other on-screen sites.