New Fortress, Corfu Town

Name: New Fortress
Address: Corfu Town, Greece
Telephone: +30 2661 027370

#14 among attractions in Corfu Town

Tavern, Forts and castles

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Facts and practical information

The New Fortress of Corfu is a Venetian fortress built on the hill of St. Mark in Corfu in stages. The original architect of the fort was the military engineer Ferrante Vitelli. The current buildings which exist within the fortress were built by the British during their rule of the island. ()

Alternative names: Built: 1572 (452 years ago)Coordinates: 39°37'31"N, 19°54'60"E

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Corfu Town Greece

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+30 2661 027370

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New Fortress – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Old Fortress, Archaeological Museum of Corfu, Tomb of Menecrates, Banknote Museum of Alpha Bank.

0.7 miE
Ruins, Military base
Old Fortress, Corfu Town
18 min walk • Standing proudly at the edge of Corfu Town, the Old Fortress is a testament to the island's rich history and strategic importance in the Mediterranean. This imposing structure, dating back to the Byzantine period, has been a guardian of the city for centuries, with its...
0.5 miSE
Archaeological museum with local objects
Archaeological Museum of Corfu, Corfu Town
14 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Corfu Town, Greece, the Archaeological Museum of Corfu offers a captivating glimpse into the island's rich history and cultural heritage. This museum is an essential stop for any tourist interested in delving into the ancient past of this...
0.6 miS
Cemetery, Ancient Greek architecture
Tomb of Menecrates, Corfu Town
16 min walk • The Tomb of Menecrates is an ancient landmark located in the picturesque city of Corfu Town, Greece. This notable archaeological site holds the remnants of a once-grand monument dedicated to Menecrates, a prominent figure and navigator from the 6th century BCE.
~1680 ftE
Museum
Banknote Museum of Alpha Bank, Corfu
9 min walk • The Banknote Museum of Alpha Bank is a museum located in Corfu, Greece. It exhibits an almost complete collection of the Greek currencies from 1822 to present, about 2000 items.
~1690 ftE
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Saint Spyridon Church, Corfu Town
9 min walk • Saint Spyridon Church is a Greek Orthodox church located in Corfu, Greece. It was built in the 1580s. It houses the relics of Saint Spyridon and it is located in the old town of Corfu. It is a single-nave basilica and its bell tower is the highest in the Ionian Islands. It is the most famous church in Corfu.
~1780 ftE
Church
Cathedral of Saint James and Saint Christopher, Corfu
9 min walk • Cathedral of Saint Jacob and Saint Christopher is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Corfu, Zakynthos and Cephalonia.
0.5 miSE
Memorial
Maitland Monument, Corfu
13 min walk • The Maitland Monument, also known as the Maitland Rotunda or the Peristyle of Maitland, is a neoclassical monument located at the end of Spianada Square in Corfu. It was built in 1821 to honour Sir Thomas Maitland, a British military officer who was the last Civil Commissioner and first Lord High Commissioner of the Ionian Islands.
0.4 miE
Asian art museum in a former palace
Museum of Asian Art of Corfu, Corfu Town
12 min walk • The Museum of Asian Art of Corfu is a museum in the Palace of St. Michael and St. George in Corfu, Greece. The only museum in Greece dedicated to the art of Asia, it has collections of Chinese art, Japanese art, Indian art and others.
0.5 miE
Square
Spianada Square, Corfu Town
13 min walk • The Spianada is a large square in the city of Corfu, Greece. It is the largest square in Greece and is located in front of the Old Fortress of the city of Corfu.
~1980 ftSE
Exhibits dedicated to Serbian soldiers
Serbian Museum of Corfu, Corfu Town
10 min walk • The Serbian Museum of Corfu is a museum in Corfu, Greece.
~1870 ftE
Museum
Philharmonic Society of Corfu, Corfu Town
10 min walk • The Philharmonic Society of Corfu, or Old Philharmonic -to be distinguished from the other 17 bands on the island-, is a widely known community music band in Corfu, Greece. When it was founded in 1840, its initial scope was to become the first Greek music academy organised on European prototypes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to New Fortress?

Nearby attractions include New Fortress, Corfu (8 min walk), Solomos museum, Corfu Town (8 min walk), Banknote Museum of Alpha Bank, Corfu (9 min walk), Nobile Teatro di San Giacomo di Corfù, Corfu Town (9 min walk).

How to get to New Fortress by public transport?

The nearest stations to New Fortress:

Ferry

Corfu (24 min walk)