1. Old Fortress
One of the most significant landmarks on the island and the first thing you will notice when you arrive on boat from the mainland is the Old Fortress in Corfu Town. Directly in front of the ancient town, on a steep hill, lies the stronghold. The fortress you see today was constructed during the Venetian administration over Corfu, which began in the 15th century, even though fortifications had been here since the sixth century. For the most spectacular viewpoint over the city, you can visit the fortress and walk all the way to the cross on the rock. While exploring the fort's grounds, you may also see the British Church of Saint George, observe the Clock Tower and a few of the barracks, scale the fort's defensive walls, and explore some of the cannon on exhibit.
2. New Fortress
On the opposite side of the ancient town, close to the Port of Corfu, is another Venetian fortress. Despite being named New Fortress, it was constructed slightly later than the Old Fortress, near the end of the 15th century. You can visit this fortress as well; the entrance faces the old town. Even if the New Fortress has less attractions than the prior structure, it is still worthwhile to visit because of the breathtaking view of the city from its terrace.
3. Spianáda
Situated between the Old Fortress and the Old Town, Spianáda is the biggest square in the Balkans. On the western side of the square, the Liston Boulevard features a stunning gallery of mediaeval arches; on the eastern side, in front of the citadel, are the Boschetto Garden and the Mandrakina Church. The Palace of Saint Michael and Saint George and the People's Garden are located on Spianáda's northern side. The square itself has a cricket pitch and a park with a few monuments, such as the Monument of the Union of the Ionian Islands, which honours the unification with the rest of Greece in 1864, and the Maitland Monument, which honours the British Lord High Commissioner Thomas Maitland. A popular spot for local Corfiotes to congregate and mingle, Spianáda is a lovely green area to spend time away from the bustling streets of the old town.
4. Palace Of Saint Michael and Saint George
One of the most striking historic structures in Corfu is the Palace of Saint Michael and Saint George, which was constructed in the early 1800s by Thomas Maitland, the British Lord High Commissioner of the Ionian Islands. Originally housing the High Commissioner, the edifice later became the home of a British order of chivalry and the Ionian Senate. With a collection of paintings, sculptures, wood carvings, and other works of art spanning the 11th century to the present, the palace is now home to the Corfu Museum of Asian Art. Access to several of the old palace's exquisitely furnished and painted halls is also included with a ticket. The Municipal Gallery of Corfu, an art gallery featuring a permanent display of 19th-century Corfiot art as well as sporadic thematic and temporary shows, is also located in the eastern portion of the palace.
5. Liston
The road that marks the entrance to the old town and borders Spianada Square is called Liston. When Corfu was ruled by France in the early 19th century, the buildings were constructed. The Rue di Rivoli in Paris served as the model for the lengthy series of arches in the design. These days, the bottom floor of this building has a number of pleasant cafes and restaurants with outside sitting beneath the porticos.