Top Things to do in Ionian Islands
Top 10 Specialty Museums in Ionian Islands, Ionian Islands
Discover the best top things to do in Ionian Islands, Greece including Focas-Cosmetatos Foundation, Banknote Museum of the Ionian Bank, Serbian Museum of Corfu, Casa Parlante, Patounis Soap Factory, Mavroudis Family Museum and Modern Olive Oil Press, Folklore Museum Kouris, Divino Wines and Vinegar, Phonograph Museum and Folklore, Capodistrias Museum - Kapodistrias Museum.
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1. Focas-Cosmetatos Foundation
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
2. Banknote Museum of the Ionian Bank
3. Serbian Museum of Corfu
4. Casa Parlante
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5.0 based on 486 reviews
"Welcome! Please, come in! The Count will be with you presently. He hopes you will join him and the Countess in the drawing room for tea." This is what you would hear at Casa Parlante, the most alive historical museum in Corfu. A 19th century noble mansion comes to life with stories to tell. In the unique architectural setting of a classical mansion in the historic Old town of Corfu, the everyday life of the island's 19th century nobility is recreated. Through animated figures, using robotic technology, and the perfect reproduction of decor and furnishing, Casa Parlante promises to deliver you a true insight into bygone Corfu. Awakening all your senses, the traditions of the island unfold in front of you, depicting family life in an authentic experience of sights, sounds and smells. Before your eyes the house will come to life... Listen to the children of the family playing music, smell the aromas of the cook's virtuosic cuisine, read the headlines of the Count's newspaper... Casa Parlante is a unique museum: it brings history to life and lets the visitor breathe it in.
Reviewed By mihaelamonica28 - Turda, Romania
Interesting, small, local history museum. Interior in good shape as well as furnitures and objects. Museum uses motorized dummies to animate history. They are not robots, only the head or arm is moving back and forth. The museum tour is always led by the guide. There is possibility to ask questions, which is absolutely nice. This is a little gem of Cofu Town..the price is 5 euro each, and you also receive a glass of rose liqueur and a guided tour of 19th century living...You will enjoy this museum. It's something different from others, it has its uniqueness.
5. Patounis Soap Factory
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 95 reviews
The Patounis soap factory is operating since the 19th century without interruption. It still produces pure olive soap, using the same traditional method.
Reviewed By FreyaSmith - Cardiff, United Kingdom
Loved getting a glimpse into the inner workings of this family run business, which has been producing soap since 1850. The free tour at noon was informative and interesting, and we were able to watch some of the processes. Charming, fun and educational - would highly recommend.
6. Mavroudis Family Museum and Modern Olive Oil Press
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5.0 based on 71 reviews
We have searched for artifacts depicting the traditional methods of olive oil extraction , including donkey and hand driven millstones dating from 16oo,hand and diesel driven presses dating from 1906 and many more..... These artifacts have been renovated to depict olive oil production from the mid 1850s to present day.We offer a tour and olive oil tasting.
Reviewed By HYR2015 - Leicestershire, United Kingdom
This place is a must see. We were lucky and were the only people there due to the time of year and probably Covid. We therefore had a private tour or the museum and the factory. The guys showing us round spoke perfect English and could answer all of our questions. There is a little shop there too with olive oil of every variety and some olive wood pieces too. Not to be missed
7. Folklore Museum Kouris
8. Divino Wines and Vinegar
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 27 reviews
Reviewed By mufcgaz1 - Manchester, United Kingdom
Visited here by chance, definitely worth a visit . My wife was in her element tasting different wines for free ,special thanks to the lady who was very friendly and helpful. Some great wines,oils,honey etc! To buy at very reasonable prices. Hopefully we can visit again as were down to our last bottle.
9. Phonograph Museum and Folklore
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5.0 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By l0ngj0 - Greater London, United Kingdom
great hidden museum at back of the local square in Lefkada, great to visit and learn about some aspects of the island.
10. Capodistrias Museum - Kapodistrias Museum
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5.0 based on 24 reviews
Meet Ioannis Capodistrias, the first Governor of Greece, at his family country house in central Corfu, a declared National Heritage Monument. The house-museum follows Capodistrias' life path from his youth in Corfu to his esteemed career as a diplomat in Europe, through to the creation of modern Greece and his assassination in 1831, as an acting Governor. A visit at the Capodistrias Museum is much more than the just an exhibition! You can explore here its amazing historic garden, with characteristic Mediterrenean flora and spectacular views over Corfu and the Ionian sea, and enjoy local refreshments and snacks at its picturesque Garden Cafe. A small museum, a great story . . .
Reviewed By 468elenis - Athens, Greece
I took my aunt to see the museum, she grew up in Corfu and had fond memories. The visit more than justified my choice. The museum is not too big, but beautifully curated. Apart from the historical information it carries the feeling of an old, stately house, very atmospheric. The staff are very welcoming. It was a beautiful day so we were able to enjoy a homemade lemonade in the museum's garden with its stunning views. Just before leaving we paid a quick visit to the museum shop for a few beautiful mementos to take back home. I would strongly urge visitors of the island to make time to visit this singularly attractive site.
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