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CLASSIC SIGHTS AND BITES OF CORFU TOWN
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CLASSIC SIGHTS AND BITES OF CORFU TOWN
Corfu, Ionian Islands, Greece
Experience Seekers
Love at First Bite - Epicurean Tales
About this experience
Highlights
- An historical visit to a traditional soap factory
- Taste your way through the open-air food markets of the Old Town
- Explore the Parlante mansion
- Unlock the highlights and tucked away gems of the Old Town
- Savour authentic tastes at a local dairy legend
Description
Our Corfu culture trip starts from the bustling urban heart of today’s town. We will visit an historic family-run soap factory Patounis near Sanrocco to see functioning tools and equipment dating from 1891 - a living link to a proud local tradition. The factory’s soap making technique is such a vital part of Corfiot heritage, it has been listed on the National Inventory of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Greece, under UNESCO criteria. Our next stop will be the colourful open-air fruit & fish markets, where you will be introduced to various local products and indulge in a delicious Greek meze with ouzo or tsipouro.
After the tasting, we’re headed to the older quarter of Corfu Town & the Liston. Did you know that once, only those nobles registered in the Libro d'Oro (the Venetian’s formal directory of nobles) could walk here? Would you like to find out more about the privileged lifestyle of the Corfiot aristocracy? Our next stop is the museum Casa Parlante: a 19th century noble mansion that your destination angel will bring to life by sharing many fascinating tales.
Next it’s time to uncover more of the Old Town’s vivid past. You’ll learn about defining architectural features such as the “Kantounia”; observe the “murgionia”, as your destination angel walks you through Old Town highlights such as the Saint Spyridon Church, the protector of the island (whose name is still given to many Corfiot children!), Kremastis Square and Mpizi’s Kantouni. Brace yourself to hear the darkest secrets of Medieval and Venetian Corfu. You’ll find out why locals were once so terrified of the Sagrado, those stony basements that lay beneath their feet.
Fancy some sweets? It’s time to discover the old and very famous dairy of Periklis Alexis, tucked away in a narrow alley. You’ll taste their heavenly home-made butter & creams, beloved of royal families, politicians and celebrities (their products were once flown every fortnight to Jackie Kennedy). Just a few steps away awaits our last destination: Dimarchiou Square with its stately Catholic Cathedral and old theatre building, nowadays the Town Hall.
Experience Details
What is included
Your English speaking destination angel
Entrance Fees
Bottle of mineral water
Drinks
Local delicacies
What is not included
Gratuities
Personal expenses
Beverage/drinks other the ones mentioned
Things you need to know
General terms and conditions
General terms and conditions
Before proceeding with the final booking, customer has to agree on applicable terms and conditions
Payment terms
Payment terms
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Deadline for reservations
The latest deadline for submitting your booking request is 3 days before the desired date
Restrictions that might influence the operation
As per terms and conditions (extraordinary cancelations)
This experience is subject to weather conditions, (rain- strong winds)
Prepare for the experience
Know before you go
- Good physical condition & sturdy and comfortable shoes are required
- Guests must be without heart, lungs or breathing health problems
Starting time
09:00 am
What to bring
- Comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses, hat, sun protection cream and loose fitted clothing
NOT suitable
- Wheelchair users / People with mobility impairment
- Children under 6 years
Meeting point
Corfu town centre: Agoniston Politechniou Kerkyra