Holidays to Gouvia

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High end hotels and views of Corfu island’s biggest marina make holidays to Gouvia a fantastic pick for couples. Water sports and safe swimming beaches also give it a fantastic family-friendly vibe.

Nestled on Corfu’s east coast and only a short drive from Corfu Town, Gouvia holidays provide a fantastic balance of relaxation and excitement. The town is awash with great places to eat, sleep and play. Plus you’re just around the corner from the island’s biggest marina. When you’re not lounging poolside or on the sand, you’ll be able to enjoy day trips to historic towns, lofty peaks and fun-packed water parks.

History in Gouvia

With its location just 15 minutes from Corfu Town, Gouvia’s history is unsurprisingly linked. The town was once the site of a major Venetian shipyard during the 18th century. You’ll be able to spot the ruins of the arsenal south of the main beach.

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Gouvia holidays are all about spending time in the great outdoors. Soak up the Mediterranean sun both on land and in the water.

Get your heart racing with some exhilarating water sports! You’ll find a water sports centre on Gouvia Beach, plus an additional centre up the coast at the Corcyra Beach Hotel.
Mount Pantokrator lies just 20 minutes by road from Gouvia. The highest point in Corfu, it’s well-worth winding your way up its narrow road to enjoy spectacular panoramic views of the whole island.
Gouvia sits next to Corfu’s main marina, making a boat trip an awesome outdoor excursion option. You’ll discover numerous boat hire places, with options ranging from speed boats to catamaran charters.
Get away from the crowds with a day trip to Vido Island. The tiny isle lies north of Corfu Town and is home to several buildings used as quarantine centres during WWI.
Want to plunge below the surface? Book in some diving sessions on your holiday to Gouvia. There’s several centres around Gouvia which offer open water dives and beginners courses.

Top 5 things to do in Gouvia

From touring historic landmarks to strolling through a village famously used as a film set, there’s so much to see and do on holidays to Gouvia.

Gaze just across the water from Gouvia Beach and you’ll spot Ypapanti Church. Located on a small spit, it’s a pretty white chapel with a scenic outlook across Gouvia Bay.
The Venetian Arsenal Shipyard is Gouvia’s most famous site and you’ll find it right next to the beach. Explore the ruins and picture magnificent ships being repaired among its huge stone structures.
Corfu Town is a brilliant spot for a day out on Gouvia holidays. It’s an easy 15 minute drive south and absolutely brimming with Venetian monuments, great shopping and fascinating museums.
Set in the hills just above Gouvia is Danilia Village. Uninhabited, it serves as a living replica of a traditional Corfiot village and is even where The Durrells is filmed! Only open from May to October, visits
can be arranged through Grecotel.
One of the most obvious reasons to book Gouvia breaks is for some beach time. As well as lounging around on the resort's own beach, why not hire a car and hop between bays?

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Eating out

Upmarket eateries and traditional Greek tavernas are all up for grabs when you book package holidays to Gouvia.

Dine on delicious Greek dishes right next to the water at D-Marin Gouvia. Corfu’s main marina houses numerous glamorous yachts as well as a handful of high end eateries.
Keen to make the most of balmy Mediterranean evenings? Alfresco dining is definitely possible on Gouvia breaks! Enjoy ocean views or dine at a taverna surrounded by olive groves.
Traditional tavernas are very easy to find in Gouvia and its surrounding towns. Sample mouth-watering meze right by the sea or venture into the hills to sample local Corfian delights.
Fancy a break from tasty Greek food? You’ll discover dozens of restaurants in and around Gouvia with more international menus.
If wine is your drink of choice, you’re in luck! Corfu has numerous vineyards. Try a bottle of local wine at any Greek restaurant or book in a tasting tour at a winery close to Gouvia.

Traditional dishes to try in Gouvia

Set off your taste buds by savouring a range of traditional Greek and local Corfian dishes on your holiday to Gouvia.

With the sea at your fingertips, it’s not surprising that seafood features on many menus in Gouvia. Bianco is one of the island’s most popular fish dishes. It’s made by cooking fish with white wine, garlic, onion and potatoes.
Bourdeto is yet another Corfion dish which uses fish. It’s a form of stew made with fillets of fish, red peppers, tomato and spices.
If you want to try one of Corfu’s most famous dishes, order up a plate of pastitsada. The meaty dish is usually made using veal or chicken that’s cooked in red wine, garlic and cinnamon.
Dolmades are a classic Greek meze treat! They’re essentially vine leaves which are stuffed with rice flavoured by herbs and olive oil. They often contain minced meat, too.
Sticky and sweet, baklava is one of Greece’s best-known desserts. You’ll find it in almost every restaurant on Corfu and it’s made up of layers of filo pastry, chopped nuts and honey.

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Family holidays

Keeping kids entertained couldn’t be simpler on Gouvia holidays. Water sports hire, safe swimming beaches and amazing aqua parks are just some of things to place on your itinerary.

Gouvia breaks are ideal for beach lovers! Kids who love to snorkel and swim will be in their element at numerous Blue Flag beaches scattered across the region’s coastline.
Whether the kids want to try out water skiing or they’d rather stick to hair-raising banana boat rides, Gouvia is a great resort for water sports.
For a fun-filled day out which all the family will enjoy, venture to Aqualand water park. Situated just 15 minutes away by road, it boasts several twisting slides and splash pools.
Gouvia has a wide range of family-friendly restaurants with menus to suit even the fussiest little eaters. You’ll also spot hotels for families right on the beach and up in the hills behind the town.
Teens growing bored of the beach? Set out on an exciting day trip! Thrill them with epic views from Mount Pantokrator or give them a lesson in local history at Corfu Town’s many museums.

Couples holidays

Gorgeous Gouvia’s myriad hotels, spectacular setting and proximity to some of Corfu’s top attractions makes it a great choice for a romantic getaway.

You’ll be spoilt for choice by great accommodation options in Gouvia. Check into boutique guest houses or book a stay at an all-inclusive Gouvia hotel where everything is on your doorstep.
Corfu has a thriving winemaking industry. Why not enjoy a tasting tour at a winery near Gouvia? Options include Theotoky Estate and Diamantopoulou Winery.
Keen to get dressed up for a night out? Hop in a taxi to nearby Corfu Town where you’ll have a wide choice of wine and cocktail bars.
Romantic dinners for two are made easy at wonderful waterside eateries in Gouvia. Sit down at a table near the sand at Gouvia Beach or watch super yachts sail in at a seafood restaurant at the marina.
There’s various romantic day trips to embark on from Gouvia. Charter a boat for the day and hop between serene bays, or soak up Venetian history in Corfu Town.

Beaches

Beaches in Gouvia

Tick off some of the most beautiful beaches on Corfu’s east coast when you plan cheap holidays to Gouvia.

Gouvia Beach is the town’s principal beach. The crescent shaped cove is lined with sunbeds and features epic views across Gouvia Bay and the marina.
Venture just north of Gouvia and you’ll hit Dassia. The neighbouring resort is home to a long beach featuring fine pebbles, crystal clear waters and several hotels.
Ipsos Beach is the next beach up from Dassia Beach. Equally as long and perfect for swimming, it’s also dotted with bars perfect for sundowners with sea views.
Hidden away between Gouvia and Dassia is quiet Dafnila Beach. Rarely busy, you’ll find there are sunbeds for hire as well as a casual taverna ideal for a late lunch.
Kontokali Beach is the closest beach to Gouvia after its main beach. It’s technically part of a resort, but can be visited by non-residents. Just south is another skinny beach. Look out for the large stone villa on the shore; it’s the house featured in The Durrells!

Farther-flung beaches in Gouvia

If you don’t mind driving through scenic countryside to reach the beach, you’ll discover dozens more serene coves just a short distance from Gouvia.

Spending a day in Corfu Town? Break up museum visits and shopping with a refreshing swim at Faliraki Bathing Beach. Located below the Gate of Saint Nicholaos Esplanade, it’s a real oasis with several restaurants within throwing distance.
Barbati Beach is a little past Ipsos. The wide bay is well-known for its fine pebbled shoreline and stunning waters which are safe for snorkelling or swimming.
If you’re journeying back from Mount Pantokrator, you might come across tiny Nissaki Beach. Set next to an adults-only hotel, it’s a lovely location for a quick dip.
Gouvia holidays place you within easy driving distance of Corfu’s west coast. Drive 20 minutes across the island and seek out the sun at Rovinia Beach. The idyllic spot is surrounded by olive groves and blessed with turquoise water.
Limni Beach is another fantastic place to spend the day on Corfu’s west coast. The pretty pebble beach connects the mainland with a tiny island. Reach it on foot from the road above.

Gouvia weather

Jan

12°C

Avg. Dry Days 13

Feb

12°C

Avg. Dry Days 11

Mar

14°C

Avg. Dry Days 14

Apr

17°C

Avg. Dry Days 14

Nov

17°C

Avg. Dry Days 14

Dec

14°C

Avg. Dry Days 13

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