Archaeological Museum

No major town in Greece would be complete without an archaeological museum and though this one in Corfu is relatively small, its is still worth a visit, particularly for its exhibits relating to the ancient Temple of Artemis, which was once located in the area.

Old Fortress

Built during the 14th century upon previous Byzantine fortifications to guard the town from marauders, it was blown up by the British forces in 1864. Nowadays, the only parts standing are the prisons, the chapel, a few barracks and the Church of St George. The fortress was restored in the 1980's and now serves as both a museum and a gallery.

Palace of Saint Michael and Saint George

One of the finest building constructed during the British Protectorate period, it was commissioned by Thomas Mainland, the first Lord High Commissioner, first as the residence for the said personage, then as the seat of the Ionian Senate and the headquarters of the Order of SS. Michael and George. Nowadays, it is an opulent museum, and houses, among other things, the museum of Asiatic Art, the museum of Christian Art, the Ionian Senate Archives and the Corfu Public Library.

Achilleion

This beautiful Neoclassical villa was built for Empress Elizabeth of Austria in 1890, and was intended as a memorial to her son, who had died by suicide. One of the most prominent features of the villa - and the reason for its current name - are the many statues of Achilles found within it, in particular the 'Dying Achilles' by German sculptor Herter.

Kanoni

For a panoramic view of Corfu, make your way to the clifftop of Kanoni. The site also overlooks an inlet which is dotted with two islands - one which holds the Monastery of Vlakherna, and the other a 13th century chapel. The monastery is inaccessible, but you can take a boat out to the chapel.