Corfu Island is a popular European vacation destination. This Greek controlled island is in the Ionian Sea opposite the border of mainland Greece and Albania. Corfu offers temperate weather, marvellous beaches, ancient architecture, cultural draws, exciting nightlife and tasty gastronomy. Sightseeing with car hire in Corfu offers comfort.

The island’s main historical center, Corfu town, Vlaheraina Monastery, Pontikonisi and the international airport are in the middle of its east coast. Corfu town’s old quarter is an ambient location with labyrinthine cobbled streets full of handicraft shops and stately buildings. Reputable car hire in Corfu firms operate service depots here.

An ancient Venetian citadel, the town harbour, Garitsa Bay promenade, Antivouniotissa Byzantine Museum and the renowned Liston café are Corfu town’s principal attractions. On picturesque roads most of the island’s destinations and pictorial bays are an effortless car rental in Corfu drive. Mt Pantokrator, at 1,000m, is Corfu’s tallest mountain.

The route to the crown of Mt Pantokrator passes traditional stone villages, hillside vineyards and olive groves. Mt Pantokrator’s peak features panoramic views, an Orthodox monastery and an atmospheric café. The Ionian Sea, Alabania and, on a cloudless day, Italy are visible from the peak.

Kaminaki, Paleokastritsa and Agni Bay are all on Corfu’s rugged coastline and boast sandy beaches lapped by sparkling blue waters. In the environs of most of Corfu’s beaches there is at least one taverna. The warm seas are perfect for paddling, swimming and snorkelling. Discounted cheap car hire in Corfu can be found online. Bargains on local products such as olive wood ornaments, leather jackets or fig cakes can be found at roadside shops and stalls.