Top Things to do in Ionian Islands
Top 10 Things to do in Ionian Islands, Ionian Islands
Discover the best top things to do in Ionian Islands, Greece including Myrtos Beach, Arillas Beach, Porto Katsiki, Egremni Beach, Paleokastritsa Monastery, Porto Limnionas Beach, Marathonisi (Turtle Island), Angelokastro, Vlacherna Monastery, Corfu Old Town.
Restaurants in Ionian Islands
1. Myrtos Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4,209 reviews
Reviewed By Brewsteronthebeach
A beach so spectacularly blue you have to pinch yourself hour after hour to check you are not dreaming. The water is immensely clear and the blueness goes on forever. It is a cove surrounded by luscious green mountains - with mountain goats for added Greek authenticity and the white sand is like silk upon the soles of Your feet. The waves are strong and the current powerful which makes it difficult to get out for a swim but it is immensely fun playing around in the waves on the vast shoreline. There are umbrellas and sun beds for a small fee of 3.50 each and a little beach bar with showers and toilets. I would recommend getting here before midday as the car park got quite busy. On the way down to the beach you must stop off at the viewpoint and film the panoramic views of the mountains meeting the ocean - I have never seen a view like it. Only A couple of warnings would be there are paragliders which land on the beach so be careful to stay out of there way and be careful with children playing in the sea without an adult. As I said the waves are powerful and will. Drag you under if you are not careful. I cannot recommend a beach to go to more highly than this for a perfect peaceful and fulfilling day on your travels.
2. Arillas Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
Reviewed By andysmith1925 - England, United Kingdom
This beach is well suited to families in the central area with the usual sunbeds, brollies and showers. The north and south beaches are textile optional and both are sheltered by high cliffs. Access to the south and north beaches is sometime limited by high water levels and wading may be needed in places.
3. Porto Katsiki
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,182 reviews
Reviewed By J_Jurate - Vilnius, Lithuania
Picture perfect beach in Lefkada. High cliffs and clear blue water makes a perfect getaway. Make sure you come early in high season as parking lots aren’t very spacious. Windy road to get there but not too difficult to reach it.
4. Egremni Beach
5. Paleokastritsa Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,196 reviews
Reviewed By srablair - Lytham St Anne's, United Kingdom
Currently free parking at the Aquarium just at the bottom of the hill with a variety of tavernas and cafes. Beautiful cove for swimming, or just enjoying the view and taking photographs. It's a 20 minute walk up to the monastery from here, and although it is possible to drive up further, it's a very narrow road controlled by traffic lights, so unless you have mobility problems I would suggest taking on the walk and enjoy the view as you go! The monastery is lovely, we sat for a few minutes of quiet reflection and took the opportunity to light a candle, (donation invited). There is also a small museum which was fascinating, great collection if liturgical vestments, religious artworks and prayer books, some from the 15th century. Amazing collection with I imagine lots of stories to tell. Well worth a visit. There is also a lovely gift shop selling honey, and religious memorabilia as well as Corfu guide books in English and most other common languages.
6. Porto Limnionas Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,773 reviews
Reviewed By Musicus - Merton, United Kingdom
Fabulous cove, excellent for swimming and snorkelling. Also scuba available here if you are Padi certificated. Whole place well laid out, terraces of beach beds leading down to steep steps in the rock to the swimming area. Restaurant serves excellent food with stunning views. Get there early as beds fill up fast, after 11 am you may well have a long wait. Cove is good for strong swimmers as water is quite deep. Many people use inflatable rings and lilo type beds in the sea. Snorkelling good and beautiful small fish to be observed. Well worth the drive down the rather precarious road!!
7. Marathonisi (Turtle Island)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,753 reviews
A small islet with tropical beaches and sea caves located just outside Keri Beach (Limni Keri) inside the bay of Laganas, in Zante (Zakynthos) Island, Greece
Reviewed By kdg1707 - Exeter, United Kingdom
Starting out from the port near Zakynthos we saw Leatherback turtles swimming alonside the boat, had a swim through a cave opening, spent time on Turtle Island swimming off the shallow beach and enjoying a spectacular view of the beautiful island of Zante, really good value trip
8. Angelokastro
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 444 reviews
Reviewed By susiesue24 - Surrey, United Kingdom
its a long way up but once you get there its breath taking and well worth the climb. its the most beautiful views i've ever seen. there isn't anything else up there (by ways of cafe etc) but certainly one not to miss
9. Vlacherna Monastery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 797 reviews
Reviewed By Cristina_Alexandra12 - London, United Kingdom
As an orthodox myself really wanted to visit this small church as it seemed is a popular place in Corfu and it didn’t disappoint me at all. Very easy to reach , you can take a bus from Corfu town ( line no 6 ) , we were lucky as it was only 10 min away from the resort we stayed and it’s also very close to the airport as you can see all the planes landing or departing . It’s situated on a small island and painted all in white , it has a small gift shod inside and also the church it’s open for tourists that want to pray or light a candle . Really enjoyed the time spent there !
10. Corfu Old Town
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,090 reviews
Reviewed By MandA1999 - Sidmouth, United Kingdom
Really enjoyed our time in Corfu Town, some great places to eat and drink and relax and watch the world go by, Kanoni is worth a visit to look at the monastery, mouse island and the planes landing metres away from you.
