Old Fortress of Corfu
Παλαιό Φρούριο
A fortress the Venetians built on a twin-peaked headland by cutting a moat. Climb the lighthouse hill for panoramic views over the Old Town.
The fortress stands on a rocky peninsula east of the Old Town. It is separated from the city by Contrafossa, an artificial sea channel, and a bridge over the channel leads to the entrance. Inside are the British-era Church of St George, which has a façade in the style of a Greek temple, a Byzantine collection hall and a library. Climb to the lighthouse at the top for a 360-degree view of the Old Town and the Albanian mountains across the water. Tickets cost about 10 euros. Summer hours are roughly 08:00 to 20:00, shorter in winter. The top steps are steep and there is no shade.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:00–20:00 in summer; shorter in winter
Nearby sights
- Spianada Square
- Museum of Asian Art of Corfu
- Liston
- Church of Saint Spyridon
- Antivouniotissa Museum
- Old Town of Corfu
- Archaeological Museum of Corfu
- New Fortress of Corfu