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Agios Gordios has a huge bay with a beautiful, sweeping crescent of sand and pebble. There is a tiny islet offshore. Backed by forested hills that tempt keen walkers, and fronted by a turquoise sea, life here revolves around the beach, at the southern end of which is a gigantic rock, the Ortholith, where snorkelling is particularly good. Facing west, it is a terrific beach for catching the afternoon sun. Tavernas in Aghios Gordios are renowned for excellent food. A local speciality is squid stuffed with bacon, cheese and garlic.
The village of Agios Gordios is relaxing, but by no means asleep. It can get busy in high season and there is the occasional disco. Aghios Gordios has a few supermarkets and souvenir shops. For more variety, head to Corfu town. There's Pelekas, at the top of a twisting road and below it the popular resort of Glyfada. Other excursions include the leisurely Boat Barbecue - what better way to see Corfu than cruising along its rugged coast - and the unmissable Greek Extravaganza, a perfect opportunity to dance the night away.
How to get in Aghios Gordios - Corfu
The resort of Agios Gordios is on the west coast of Corfu 15 Km from the airport &
16 km from Corfu port.
From the town of Corfu Aghios Gordis is about 15 (winding) kilometers to the west, and the road is relatively easy to navigate with signs marking the town at regular intervals. You can get to the island of Corfu by Ferry boat from Igoumenitsa. In the summer ferry boats depart from Igoumenitsa every hour or so (More info about the ferries on the Corfu page), or by airplane. Depending on the taxi driver it can take from 20 minutes to 40 minutes to transfer from the airport. The taxi fair is about 25-30 Euros. You may arrange a transfer or you may catch a taxi from the airport's station on a 24 hour basis. If you wish to take a bus instead then you will have to take a a taxi to the green bus station which will cost you about 3 Euros per person.
There is a regular bus service from the bus station near the New Port. The journey takes about 30 minutes.
Aghios Gordios Quick Info
Agios Gordios, halfway down Corfu's west coast, has a mile-long stretch of sand backed by high cliffs which tumble dramatically into the sea. At one end lies a tiny offshore island, looking as if it has broken off the rockface and splashed into the water. As a rule, there's not much going on in lovely Aghios Gordios! During the day, most people are either turning golden brown on the beach while catching up on their reading, or exploring the pine-clad hills behind the resort, and nightlife is limited to a handful of friendly bar/disco bars. You can take a bus over to Corfu town, about sixteen kilometres away, to enjoy the hustle and bustle and get in some serious shopping - but we bet you'll be glad to get back to the tranquil beauty of Aghios Gordios!
