Kassiopi Corfu

Kassiopi is a lively resort at the North East corner of Corfu. A charming little fishing village, with a traditional port. Tourism has of course had its influence, but you can still find local fishermen bringing home the morning catch down at the harbour.

The town and surrounding area offers something for everyone. The Harbour and the busy town center is offset by the quiet and tranquility of a short walk around the headland. From the left of the harbour towards the top end of the town, takes you to the main coastal road. Kassiopi is a main port for trips all over the island of Corfu by both boat and coach. The accommodation is mainly apartment type, with larger villa accommodation on the outskirts and the area surrounding. The resort is lively day and night. Sit in one of the bars on the harbour front and watch the world go by!

Being a lively resort, it is for those who are looking for a bit of life. Teenagers, families, young couples and groups of friends who want life but also the beauty of the North East of the island. Kassiopi has a little of everything.

The main beach is pebbles. The smaller beaches on the headland are rocky and also pebble.

There are plenty of sunbeds and umbrellas for hire on all of the beaches in Kassiopi.

On the main beach at the top of Kassiopi near the main road there are showers, toilets and changing areas. The beaches around the headland do not have these facilities although there is a taverna near the headland which has a toilet and if you buy a drink you may use it.

The main beach is child friendly it is flat and away from the main road, the water however does become quite choppy on this beach due to the northerly wind that blows up in the afternoon, be careful when using lilos!

All the beaches in Kassiopi are easily accessible, but the parking areas will require a short walk.

Kassiopi beach has a blue flag award therefore is clean. The beach and the rocks on the headland are also very clean just be aware in shallow water where there are rocks you may find some sea urchins - well your feet will!!

Kassiopi was once a typical Greek fishing port and although it still has many fishing boats it also thrives on tourism. For those families with disco loving teenage children, the old harbour will be a godsend. This part of the typical Greek daytime resort turns into a trendy music center after dark.

As you walk around the harbour glance up to your left and on the hillside you will see the remains of Kassiopi Castle.

The remains overlook the harbour and continue around the headland. The castle has Roman foundations but the visible remains above the ground are Byzantine. Unfortunately the castle was all but dismantled in the 14th century by the Venetians. You can walk among the ruins and the top ramparts offer an excellent view of the Albanian coastline. Recent efforts are being made for its restoration. You can visit the remains by following the road that goes up behind the bar Illusions. This is on the right of the road as you walk down to the harbour.

There are also trips that leave Kassiopi harbour daily to Corfu town and other areas of interest on the island. Mike and Vera at Cosmic Tourist Center on the road leading down to the harbour will be happy to discuss with you and answer any questions regarding available trips. Tel:26630 81624

Avlaki, with its beautiful long bay and clear waters - a few villas and just two Tavernas - is a 20 min walk away.

There are also numerous rocky deserted coves nearby.

Our Travel Tip: for some really quiet beaches, walk out of Kassiopi, towards the Imerolia Port. (Just next to Kassiopi football pitch.) It is about 1km, but you will find 2 or 3 super beaches.

Take the main North East coastal road from Corfu town, this road will take you straight into Kassiopi there are no turnings to take until you get to the main town. As you near the North East of the island you will notice that the roads start to narrow and bends become worse , take care on these and watch out for lorries and coaches coming from the opposite direction, mirrors have been placed on the worst bends to help you.

Kassiopi town is a one way system. This sounds complicated but it is not, there are only two roads - one in and one out!! They form a triangle you can not get lost. Take the signposted turning off the main road on your right, follow this road down through the town down to the harbour where you can park, (there is now a parking fee here) watch out for unsuspecting tourists meandering in the road!!!!!

Why not consider a luxury villa above Kassiopi? Here we have a few to choose from:

Villa Andreas, Kassiopi, Corfu Sleeps up to 9 Private pool A very private villa above Kassiopi with large secluded pool. Set in the midst of an olive grove, yet easy access to a variety of resort amenities, Kassiopi being just one and a half kilometres away. Comfortably sleeps up to 8 people with 3 bathrooms. Villa Description: Villa Andreas, Corfu Property Code: 722 Pricing (€)  | Place a hold  for more details view:   Villa Andreas, Corfu   The Doctors House, Kassiopi, Corfu Sleeps up to 6 Private pool The Doctors House is located in the very heart of Kassiopi. Probably the only villa with pool that is so close to the Tavernas and bars and delightful Kassiopi Harbour front. In fact, with everything on your doorstep, including fine beaches just a short walk away, it is doubtful that a hire car is required. Rather, you can explore by renting a boat for the day and visiting sandy beaches or pretty Saint Stephanos. Villa Description: The Doctors House, Corfu Property Code: 2746 Pricing (€)  | Place a hold  for more details view:   The Doctors House, Corfu

Kassiopi Properties for Rent
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There are Tavernas in abundance in Kassiopi one for every night of your holiday and a few more. There is a wide choice of cuisine here from Mexican, Chinese, Italian to the more traditional Greek.
Here are some telephone Numbers for just a few:

Tel: 26630 81212

Tel: 26630 81202

Tel: 26630 81760

Tel: 26630 81082

Kassiopi is a lively resort therefore it has many bars that come alive during the evening, many of these bars play music videos on widescreen and also films. To watch the hustle and bustle of the harbour sit and have a cocktail (or two!!) in De'Ja vu bar right on the harbour front. Also at night the 'plattia' or village square is the place for the teenagers to 'hang out'.

There are no ski or water sport centers in Kassiopi.

There is a diving school; to arrange a lesson and book you can go into the shop/office which is on your left as you walk down to the harbour.
Tel: 26630 29226

Fillipos boat hire by the harbour is the main place to hire boats in Kassiopi. Pop in and see him to book and check prices etc. (By small motor boat 40mins to Agni bay)

Kassiopi has many shops including, bakeries and supermarkets, tourist shops, selling leather goods, gifts and souvenirs, clothes shops, some good lace and linen shops, ceramics, jewellery, and English newspapers. For those of you suffering from internet withdrawal there are two internet cafes here: Out Of The Blue where you can enjoy a beer while you check your email!! Also the stationery shop has internet facilities, photocopying and faxing.

There are two large supermarkets in the town one situated in the harbour, the other a Co-op on the road going out of Kassiopi. There are also a couple of smaller ones through the town, as well as a larger supermarket on the main road going into Kassiopi.

Located just outside the main village of Kassiopi on the main road leading from Kassiopi to Roda, the Gillmaria apartments enjoy superb views over the bay of Kalamionas. They are ideal for people who are looking for good accommodation, close to all the amenities of this beautiful holiday resort of Kassiopi Corfu. Available direct from the owner: www.kassiopivillas.com

A home based beauty specialist in Kassiopi, what better way to enhance your holiday and treat your body to some well deserved pampering. Maybe you could treat a friend or family member, to celebrate a special occasion or just because you want to make their stay a little more special.

Tourist shops and travel centers are happy to exchange money for you, either travellers cheques or cash, there are many of these in Kassiopi. You will also find two cash machines here to withdraw euros, they are both situated near the fork in the road at the center of the town.

Kassiopi has a wide selection of public bar pools to chose from many with children's pools also. These are free to use the only requirement is that you buy a drink or two there.

Several phones and post boxes throughout the town. One telephone by the harbour and one in the main square near where the road forks. These telephones are card phones you can purchase cards from the local shops here.

Do you experience withdrawal symptoms from internet when you are away? Need some information quickly, or simply just want to check your e-mail. If you are staying in the North East of the island near Kassiopi or are just visiting there, try Out Of The Blue internet cafe bar. Yannis and Sophie - his English wife will welcome you. Sit in comfort whilst you enjoy a drink and surf the web, try the milkshake cocktails.Yummy!!

There is a good playground for children in the centre of town almost opposite the school, it is on your right as you walk towards the harbour. Many of the public pools here have children's pools also.

There are no specific disabled facilities or toilets etc this is unfortunately normal in Corfu, however Kassiopi is fairly flat and there are no steep hills.

Kassiopi has a 24 hour surgery. The surgery of Kassiopi is located at the start of the main strip which leads to the Kassiopi habour.