Corfu Cruise Port
Corfu, Greece · Mediterranean
Cruise ships dock at New Port — Cruise Terminal Quay, Corfu.
Compact cruise port within walking distance of Corfu Old Town; very easy for independent travelers.
At a glance
Port summary
Most ships dock at the New Port (Neo Limani). Walking to the Old Town takes about 25–30 minutes along the seafront; a shuttle or taxi cuts that to 5–10 minutes. Achilleion Palace and Paleokastritsa require a taxi or the green KTEL bus.
Cruise docks
🚢 New Port — Cruise Terminal Quay
Main cruise berth alongside the New Port passenger terminal building. Handles most large cruise calls. The Old Town is about 2 km south along the seafront — a flat 25-30 minute walk.
📍 Latitude: 39.629078, Longitude: 19.901128
See dock on port map →🚢 New Port — Eastern Cruise Berth
Secondary cruise berth east of the terminal, used when multiple ships are in port. Slightly closer to the Old Town on foot.
📍 Latitude: 39.628518, Longitude: 19.912973
See dock on port map →🚢 Mandraki Harbour — Old Port
Small harbor tucked beneath the Old Fortress, used only by very small ships and tender boats. Right at the edge of the Old Town.
📍 Latitude: 39.624776, Longitude: 19.928405
See dock on port map →Getting to Corfu
From the cruise terminal to the city centre
Flat seafront walk to the Old Town along the city wall; takes 25–30 minutes and avoids transport costs entirely
📍 Walk south along Ethnikis Antistaseos from the terminal exit
Most cruise lines run a paid shuttle to a drop-off near the Old Fortress or the Esplanade
📍 Cruise-line shuttle stop just outside the New Port terminal building
Metered taxis to the Old Town; agree on a flat rate for Achilleion (€35-45 return) or Paleokastritsa (€80-100 return)
📍 Taxi rank immediately outside the New Port terminal exit
Blue Bus (Astikos) line 2 connects the port area to the city center; KTEL Green Bus from San Rocco Square serves Achilleion, Paleokastritsa and beach villages
📍 Blue Bus stops on Donzelot Avenue 200 m from the New Port gate
Useful if you plan to combine Paleokastritsa with Achilleion in one day; otherwise taxi or bus is simpler
📍 Several rental agencies on Ethnikis Antistaseos within 5 minutes of the terminal
Map & things to do
Money & payments
Cards work for most things; keep €20–40 in small notes for tavernas and bus tickets
Things to do
New Fortress
Short stop⭐ Highlight
16th-century Venetian fortress over the harbor with quiet ramparts and panoramic views.
🕐 Late afternoon for the best sunset over the sea
Old Fortress
Short stop⭐ Highlight
Imposing twin-peaked Venetian fortress on a rocky promontory with sweeping views over Corfu Town.
🕐 Early morning before tour groups or late afternoon for the light
Achilleion Palace
⭐ Highlight
19th-century imperial summer palace with classical statuary gardens and panoramic sea views.
🕐 Open from 09:00 — go early to beat the tour buses
Liston Arcade
Short stop🚶 Walk
Elegant French-built arcaded promenade lined with cafes — Corfu's living room.
🕐 Mid-morning for coffee or early evening for the volta
Spianada Square
Short stop🚶 Walk
The largest square in the Balkans — a leafy parade ground between the Old Fortress and the Liston.
🕐 Any time of day; lovely with kids running around in late afternoon
Church of Saint Spyridon
Short stop⛪ Church / Cathedral
16th-century red-domed church housing the relics of Corfu's patron saint Spyridon.
🕐 Mornings are quieter; afternoon services bring crowds
Vlacherna Monastery
Short stop⛪ Church / Cathedral
Postcard-perfect tiny chapel on a white causeway in the lagoon beside Mouse Island.
🕐 Late afternoon when the planes from the nearby runway fly low overhead
Paleokastritsa Monastery
⛪ Church / Cathedral
Whitewashed 13th-century Orthodox monastery on a wooded cliff above turquoise coves.
🕐 Open from 07:00–13:00 and 15:00–20:00; close before lunch closure
Pontikonisi (Mouse Island)
Short stop📸 Viewpoint
Tiny cypress-topped islet just offshore from Kanoni — one of Corfu's most photographed views.
🕐 Mid-afternoon for the best light over the sea
Mon Repos Estate
🌿 Nature
Forested estate and former royal summer villa with shaded paths and a small archaeological museum.
🕐 Late morning before the afternoon heat
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Plan my day →Frequently asked questions
- Where does my cruise ship dock in Corfu?
- Your ship docks directly at the Corfu cruise terminal in Greece.
- Can I walk from the cruise port into Corfu?
- Yes. Corfu is walkable from the cruise port — many cruisers reach the city centre on foot.
- How do I get from the cruise port to Corfu centre?
- Typical options include On foot, Shuttle bus, Taxi, Local bus, Car rental. Durations and costs are listed in the transport section above.
- How much time do I need in Corfu?
- Plan for at least 3 hours ashore to see Corfu independently and return to the ship with a safe buffer.
- What currency is used in Corfu and are cards accepted?
- Corfu uses the Euro. Carry some cash for markets, taxis, and smaller vendors — cards aren't accepted everywhere.
- Is there Wi-Fi at the cruise port?
- Free Wi-Fi is available at the Corfu cruise terminal.
- When should I be back at the ship?
- Cruise lines usually require all passengers on board about 30 minutes before scheduled departure. Confirm the exact all-aboard time on your daily programme.
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