Holidays in San Stefanos Corfu Map of Corfu Travel Information, Beaches, Sightseeing, Attractions in Corfu Greece

Corfu (Kerkyra) is one of the most beautiful and fascinating islands in Greece. It is a place that has been influenced by various European cultures, giving it a unique physical appearance. The moment you step foot on Corfu Island, you will feel you have been transported to an era of knights and castles. This page provides a map of Corfu (Kerkyra) and useful travel information about the island and your holidays in San Stefanos, including sightseeing attractions, beaches and cuisine in Corfu, as well as information about how to reach the island.

Agios Stefanos Avlioton, (San Stefanos) Corfu
The settlement of Agios Stefanos (San Stefanos) Avlioton is built amphitheatrically on the slopes of the northwestern coast of Corfu Island, opposite the Diapondia Isles. It is celebrated for its long, beautiful beach and shallow azure waters, making it an ideal place for families with small children. Agios Stefanos (San Stefanos) Avlioton Beach is considered one of the cleanest beaches in Greece - receiving a Blue Flag every year for its cleanliness and friendliness to the environment – and is fully equipped with sun beds, umbrellas and dining facilities.

Corfu Sightseeing & Attractions
The island of Corfu (Kerkyra) is a place with rich history that spans from antiquity to modern times. The island's capital town is absolutely marvelous, with its narrow alleyways, Venetian buildings, and neoclassic manors.

We suggest acquiring a good Corfu map and beginning your Corfu sightseeing tour in the capital town, where you can visit:

the Old Fortress
the New Fortress
the Palace of St. Michael and St. George
the Kanoni area
Spianada Square and its many historical buildings
the Liston Promenade
the Ionios Academy
Mon Repo Park
the Grave Monument of Menecratis in Garitsa
the Paleopolis Ancient Site near Mon Repo
the Churches of Agios Spyridon, Panagia Antivouniotissa and Panangia Spiliotissa
the Archaeological, Byzantine, Bank Note and Asian Art Museums

Other areas on Corfu (Kerkyra) Island have wonderful sites, such as:

the Achillion Manor (Austrian Princess Sissy's Palace and later summer home of Kaiser Wilhelm II ), where visitors can admire an abundance of statues and busts of mythical and real ancient Greek figures
the Monastery of the Virgin Mary and the Byzantine Fortress “Aggelokastro” in Paleokastritsa
the “Channel of Love” in Sidari
Pontikonissi Island
the ruins of the Roman Baths in Acharavi
the Kaiser's Bridge and the Sea Museum in Benitses
the view from Longgas in Peroulades

Corfu (Kerkyra) Beaches, Greece
While in Corfu, you have the opportunity to visit a wonderful selection of stunning beaches. Apart from the beautiful Agios Stefanos Avlioton Beach, with its lovely sand and turquoise waters, you can also go to the nearby Corfu beaches of Arillas, Peroulades, Sidari, and Agios Georgios Bay. South of Agios Stefanos (San Stefanos), just a short distance from the settlement, are the beaches of Paleokastritsa.

Along the northern coast, one can visit the Corfu beaches of Acharavi, Dasia, Kalami. Near Corfu Town are the beaches of Mon Repo and Benitses, while the beaches of Glyfada and Agios Gordios are located on the mid western coast of the island. Finally, the Corfu beaches of Messonghi, Moraitika, Agios Georgios, Issos and Kavos lie on the southern coast of the island. Apart from these, you may want to visit other beaches on the island, so be sure to purchase a detailed Corfu map.

Corfu Cuisine & Nightlife
Throuhgout the island, visitors will find an endless array of entertainment venues, from jumping nightclubs, bars and tavernas to quiet seaside cafés and ouzeries. The cuisine of Corfu is a combination of the various cultures that have influenced the island. The most popular dishes are pastitsada (beef or cock in red sauce with macaroni or pasta), sofrito (beef in a wine and garlic sauce), savoro (fish in spicy white sauce), bourdeto (spicy fish stew) and the kumquat fruit that is made into either a beverage or a sweet.

From the Delfino Blu Boutique Hotel San Stefanos Corfu, visitors have easy access to the following destinations:

Corfu Airport: 35 km
Corfu Port: 35 km
Agios Stefanos Avlioton Beach: next to hotel
Mini Market: 100 meters
Bus Stop: 100 meters

Corfu Travel Information – How to Reach Corfu:

Travel to Corfu by Airplane

from the Athens Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”
- Athens Airport “Eleftherios Venizelos”: Tel. +30 210 353-0000
- Olympic Airlines Athens: Tel. +30 210 966-6666 or 801-11-44444
- Aegean Airlines Athens: Tel. + 30 210 626-1000 or 801-11-20000
from the “Macedonia” Thessaloniki Airport
- “Macedonia” Thessaloniki Airport: Tel. +30 2310 985-000 or +30 2310 473-212
- Olympic Airlines Thessaloniki: Tel. +30 2310 368-311
- Aegean Airlines Thessaloniki: Tel. +30 2310 239-225 to 26
from major European cities: there are charter flights throughout the year, especially during the high tourist season, from many airports in major European cities.

Travel to Corfu by Car or Bus

from any area in Greece to Igoumenitsa or Patras and then Ferry boat from Igoumenitsa Port or Patras Port
Athens Intercity Bus Station: Tel. +30 210 512-9443
Thessaloniki Intercity Bus Station: Tel. +30 2310 595-411
Patras Port: Tel. +30 2610 341-002 or + 30 2610 341-024
Igoumenitsa Port: Tel. +30 26650 99400

Travel from Corfu to Athens, Thessaloniki and other destinations in Greece and abroad

Corfu Port: Tel. +30 26610 32655 or +30 26610 40002
Corfu Airport “Ioannis Kapodistrias”: Tel. +30 26610 89600
Olympic Airlines Corfu: Tel. +30 26610 38694
Aegean Airlines Corfu: Tel. +30 26610 27100
Corfu Intercity Bus Station: Tel. +30 26610 39985

How to Arrive in Agios Stefanos Avlioton

From Corfu Airport
Distance: approximately 40 km/1 hr by car

Directions:

Exit the airport and turn right following the signs towards the center/port until you see the sea.
Turn left and follow the seaside road.
Pass Spianada Square and continue along the seaside road (with the old port on your right hand) until you see the sign that indicates the direction of Paleokastritsa.
Turn right at the sign and continue driving straight for approximately 8 km until you reach Agios Stefanos Avlioton.

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From Corfu Port
Distance: approximately 35 km/45 min. by car

Directions:

Exit the port and turn right following the signs towards Paleokastritsa.
You will come across a crossroad, where you will continue to drive straight towards Paleokastritsa.
Turn right at the sign that says Sidari/Roda/Acharavi/Agios Stefanos.
Pass through the villages of Skripero and Trumpettas.
You will come across another crossroad, where you must drive straight in the direction of Drosato/Agros/Sidari/Agios Stefanos.
Pass through the villages of Manatades, Aspiotades and Dafni (important note: when you enter Dafni, do not turn right. Follow the road on the left)
You will eventually find another crossroad, where you will take the left road to Afionas/Agios Stefanos.
In about 350 meters, turn left at the sign towards Agios Stefanos/Arilas Beach. Drive on for 2 km until you find Arilas.
At the center of Arilas, turn right heading in the direction of Avliotes/Agios Stefanos.
In 500 meters, you will find a crossroad, where you will take the left road towards Agios Stefanos.
In about 1 km, you will reach Agios Stefanos. There you will come across another crossroad, where you will keep to the right, heading in the direction of Avliotes/Sidari.
In 200 meters, you will see the Delfino Blu Boutique Hotel sign on your left.

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