A Guide to Corfu’s Royal Palaces & Museums

Step into a world of imperial grandeur and cultural discovery. Corfu’s palaces and museums tell the story of the island’s aristocratic past and its role as a cultural crossroads. From the tragic tale of an Empress to priceless collections of art, these sites offer a captivating look into Corfu’s rich heritage.

Planning Your Visit

Many museums in Corfu are located within the pedestrianised Old Town, making them easy to combine on a walking tour. Palaces like the Achilleion are outside the town and are best reached by car or tour bus.

Top Tip: Consider purchasing a multi-site ticket if available.

Our Guide to the Top Palaces & Museums

Achilleion Palace

The magnificent summer palace of Empress Sisi of Austria. Famous for its beautiful gardens and statues depicting the Greek hero Achilles.

Mon Repos Palace

The birthplace of Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, this neoclassical villa is set within a beautiful forested estate and houses an archaeological museum.

Museum of Asian Art

Housed in the stunning Palace of St. Michael and St. George, this museum holds a unique and impressive collection of Asian artifacts.

Archaeological Museum

Home to priceless artifacts from ancient Corcyra, including the famous Gorgon pediment from the Temple of Artemis.

Byzantine Museum

Located in a beautifully preserved 15th-century church, this museum showcases a rich collection of Byzantine and post-Byzantine icons and religious art.

Casa Parlante

A unique ‘living history’ museum in Corfu Town that recreates the life of a 19th-century noble family with animatronics and authentic decor.

Kapodistrias Museum

Dedicated to Ioannis Kapodistrias, the first governor of Greece. Located on his former family estate, it offers a look into his life and 19th-century Corfu.

Solomos Museum

The former home of Dionysios Solomos, the poet who wrote Greece’s national anthem. The museum is dedicated to his life and work.

Serbian Museum

A poignant museum dedicated to the memory of the Serbian soldiers and civilians who found refuge in Corfu during World War I.

Banknote Museum

One of a kind in Greece, this museum showcases a complete collection of Greek currency from the founding of the state to the adoption of the Euro.

For Architecture & History Lovers

Beyond the palaces, don’t miss the Ionian Parliament, a grand neoclassical building central to the history of the Ionian State. Also, the Old Town Hall, a magnificent Venetian building that was once the noble’s theatre, San Giacomo.

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