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Barbati Guide
About Barbati
Barbati is one of the most popular regions on Corfu Island. It is lively place with the natural charm of the Greek landscape overlooking the sparkling Ionian Sea.
Where exactly is Barbati?
Barbati is located on the scenic northeast coast of Corfu, just 20 km form Corfu Town, airport and port. The village is set at the foot of the highest mountain of Corfu, Pantokrator.
Who is best to go to Barbati?
Barbati is the Corfiot village of contrasts, attractive of mixed age people, people who love the tranquillity and people who love lively holidays, couples, friends and families.
What is Barbati beach like?
Barbati beach is one mile long pebbly and shingle beach, awarded the Blue Flag of the European community, offering safe and sheltered bathing, perfect for snorkelling. There are sun beds and umbrellas available.
Self-catering facilities
Barbati is a vivid region offering all the essential facilities of a holiday destination: numerous bars, tavernas, tourist shops and super markets, public telephone and post. The beach offers water sport facilities.
Parking areas
There are parking areas around the village.
Public transport
The main road comes across the village of Barbati and the buses pass regularly on the way to Kassiopi or Corfu Town. Car hire is useful for your local transportation, as you will find a lot of the accommodation located on the surrounding hills. It is also necessary for exploring the picturesque villages and the beautiful unspoiled beaches around the area.
From Barbati onwards North:
Mountain villages: Old Sinies, an old deserted village.
Pantokrator monastery: The monastery is on the top of the highest mountain of Corfu, Pantokrator.
Nissaki: The sleepy Nissaki village has just a sprinkling of tavernas and local shops. A small road reaches the exquisite, but tiny, white shingle coves.
Kalami: This hideaway heaven is one of the most popular resorts on Corfu Island for its natural beauty and Greek traditional style.
Kouloura: This small harbour with fishing boats is set against a backdrop of cypress and pine trees and there is only one taverna. There is an old chapel of Ag. Nicolas. The nearest beach is just a little further along at Houhoulio. Upon Kouloura’s cape, an old estate stands since the 11th century and now belongs to the Agnelli family.
Agios Stephanos: The traditional fishing village of San Stephanos (Agios Stefanos) is a quaint resort with a scattering of villas on the hills, set within the arms of a peaceful bay. The resort has a few tavernas, a couple of bars, super markets and gift shops.
Kerasia: Few villas and one taverna residing in this undeveloped but popular area. A nice stop for swimming and snorkelling. The way to Kerasia is through Ag. Stefanos.
Kassiopi: A very popular and lively resort, with many bars, tavernas, restaurants, gift shops, supermarkets and A.T.M. machines. Place of archaeological interest as well. The beaches are very small and pebbled, and are hidden away around the headland.
From Barbati towards South
Ipsos: Surrounded by lush greenery of the hills and Pantokrator mountain, within 20 min walk or 10 min driving, Ipsos is one of the liveliest resorts on Corfu, especially during the busy months of July and August. There is a long mixed shingle and sandy beach along the main road and opposite you will find, just a few tavernas, but plenty of bars and night clubs, fast food places, super markets, tourist shops and tourist offices.
Dassia: A popular large resort with luxurious hotel units, shops, tavernas and bars. The beach is long and shingle, but in the clear waters becomes to sand.
Gouvia: Another favorite lively resort of Corfu concentrating numerous of tavernas, shops and bars for exciting nightlife. In Gouvia, there is the main marina in Corfu welcoming a big number of yachts.
Places of interest near Barbati
Mountain Villages:Time has stood still, with the traditional old village houses, which were made from local stone and you can walk through the windy, narrow, cobbled stone streets and witness traditional Greek life.
Old Sinies is an old deserted village and Ano Perithia is once an abandoned Byzantine village. The villages has great archaeological interest with stone houses and beautiful old churches.
Pantokrator monastery: The monastery is on the top of the highest mountain of Corfu, Pantokrator.
Useful info
Drinking water: The bottled water is recommended, as the tank water includes a high mineral content.
Electricity: The voltage is 220V. You can use your appliances with a two-pin adaptor.
Mobile phone: Cosmote, Vodafone and Wind are the nets, which work in Corfu.
ATM (cash point): The nearest cash point is in Ipsos, approx. 3 km away from Barbati. You can also find many of them in Corfu Town.
Doctor: There is a medical station in Aghios Markos close to the local church of the Saints. The Doctor is regularly at the office three times weekly.
Pharmacy: The nearest pharmacy is in Kassiopi or Dassia.
Useful telephone numbers in an emergency:
- Health Emergency Aid (ambulance): 166
- General Hospital of Corfu: 26610 88200
- Local Police Station (Kassiopi): 26630 81240
- Local Fire Brigade (Acharavi): 26630 64199
- Coast Guard Police: 26613 65200
- Airport: 26610 89600
- Express Service: 1154
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