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List of Great Beaches on Corfu?

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I might visit Corfu this year and I love the beach. Are is a list of beaches:

- Sidari Beach
- Corfu Beach
- Agios Spiridon Beach
- Angelokastro Beach
- Paleokastritsa Beach

I know next to nothing about these beaches. Which are good? Did I miss any? If I only had time for a few of these, which would you choose?
 

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Mirtiotissa is my favorite beach with a monastery of the same name. If you want a really nice tour of the monastery, visit in the morning or late afternoon, avoiding the traditional siesta time.

Paleokastritsa Beach and its monastery is a must see, but will be full of tourists. The boat ride into the caves is special too. However after you visit Paleokastritsa, I’d recommend driving up the Lakones road towards Krini for the Byzantine Angelokastro and stupendous views. There are numerous cafes along this road. If you get there at a quiet moment without tour buses, the balcony of The Golden Fox offers great views, drinks & meals, rooms and a swimming pool.

Mirtiotissa is more removed from the beaten path because at least as of my last visit, buses couldn’t get down to it and even after you park your car, there’s a bit of a walk down and back up.
 
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Mirtiotissa is my favorite beach with a monastery of the same name. If you want a really nice tour of the monastery, visit in the morning or late afternoon, avoiding the traditional siesta time.

Paleokastritsa Beach and its monastery is a must see, but will be full of tourists. The boat ride into the caves is special too. However after you visit Paleokastritsa, I’d recommend driving up the Lakones road towards Krini for the Byzantine Angelokastro and stupendous views. There are numerous cafes along this road. If you get there at a quiet moment without tour buses, the balcony of The Golden Fox offers great views, drinks & meals, rooms and a swimming pool.

Mirtiotissa is more removed from the beaten path because at least as of my last visit, buses couldn’t get down to it and even after you park your car, there’s a bit of a walk down and back up.
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Corfu sounds like such a parade! Thank you for your thoughtful suggestions. When I make it to Corfu some day, I will keep some of these in mind - I love getting suggestions from people who know what is going on.
 
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