Small-Group Food and Culture Tour in Corfu Old Town
About Small-Group Food and Culture Tour in Corfu Old Town
This walking tour mixes the history of Corfu’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2007, with tastings at small shops that mostly locals know. It has 411 reviews and a 5.0 rating.
The tour lasts about 3 hours, with prices from about $103 per person. Groups are kept small, and you meet the shop owners along the way.
Itinerary
- Old Fortress Corfu
- Spianada Square
- Corfu Museum of Asian Art
- (15 minutes)
- (30 minutes)
- Jewish Synagogue of Corfu
What’s included
- In one of our food stops we will have an olive oil tasting and the local vendor will introduce us to the local spices and the history of olives
- Our morning tour would end up at a restaurant where you can enjoy a seated lunch. You will have a chance to taste the famous local pastitsada, Greek salad and ouzo.
- After meeting your certified guide the first food stop will start with a Greek brunch that includes spinach pies, cheese pies, greek yoghurt and ginger beer.
- Certified Guide
Meeting point
Please go to the entrance of the Old Fortress in Corfu Town in front of the statue of Schulemburg and you will meet our guide holding our sign.
What to expect on the day
You meet your certified guide by the Old Fortress and start with a Greek brunch of spinach pie, cheese pie, Greek yogurt and ginger beer. Next you walk through the lanes of the Old Town, stopping at a shop for an olive oil tasting and an introduction to local spices. The morning tour ends with a seated lunch where you can try pastitsada, the famous local dish, with a Greek salad and ouzo.
Prices and extra costs
- Included: A certified guide, Greek brunch, an olive oil tasting and a seated lunch.
- Not included: Transport to and from the meeting point.
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes.
- A hat and water on warm days.
- An appetite.
Tips for a better day
- Meeting point: Go to the entrance of the Old Fortress in Corfu Town, in front of the Schulenburg statue. Your guide holds a sign.
- Skip breakfast: The tour starts with brunch and ends with lunch.
- Tell them early: Mention any food allergies when you book.
Who it’s best for
Best for: First-time visitors and food lovers who want history and local flavors in one morning.
Consider another option if: You want to learn how olive oil is made. The Governor olive mill tour goes to a working family mill in the countryside.
Restrictions
The tour is wheelchair accessible and suitable for all fitness levels. Small children can ride in a stroller, and service animals are allowed.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
FAQ about Small-Group Food and Culture Tour in Corfu Old Town
How long is the Corfu food and culture tour?
About 3 hours.
How much does it cost?
From about $103 per person.
Where does it start?
At the entrance of the Old Fortress in Corfu Town, in front of the Schulenburg statue.
Is lunch included?
Yes. The morning tour ends with a seated lunch.
What food will I try?
Spinach and cheese pies, Greek yogurt, olive oil, pastitsada, Greek salad and ouzo.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. You make your own way to the meeting point.
Is it a small-group tour?
Yes.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Yes. All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible.
Can I bring a stroller?
Yes. Small children can ride in a stroller.
Since when is Corfu Old Town a UNESCO site?
It has been a World Heritage Site since 2007.
