Fishing boats lie in Boukari’s quiet harbor, and fish tavernas line the seafront. This small, traditional fishing village on Corfu’s southeast coast brings together a harbor, fishing and waterfront dining. Boukari is considered a place to relax, not a holiday resort with a lively nightlife. When choosing accommodation, check whether the character of the village suits your expectations for evenings and excursions.

Harbor and tavernas

There are many small wooden piers in the Boukari area where fishing boats moor. Together with the boats in the harbor, they reflect the role of fishing in the village’s character. The seaside fish tavernas add a practical dining option to this maritime setting. At Boukari’s tavernas, guests are encouraged to choose their fish from the kitchen, where it is then prepared; meat eaters are welcome too. If you have a particular dish in mind, ask about the menu at the restaurant when you visit.

One specific example is the family-run fish restaurant Boukari Beach. It is located by the sea in the traditional fishing village of Boukari, 23 kilometers from Corfu Town, and serves lobster spaghetti. Guests can choose a lobster from the aquarium. A visit to this restaurant combines choosing a dish with a look at what the venue has to offer.

Views and nearby places

From the bay near Boukari, the view stretches toward Corfu Town and beyond. Nearby Chlomos offers a different setting: narrow, paved lanes and views over the southern part of Corfu shape the village’s character. Coastal views and village scenery thus offer different perspectives on the landscape.

From the small village of Kouspades, on the hill above Boukari harbor, you can walk to Petriti. Petriti is the largest fishing harbor on the southeast coast. The route therefore connects a village above the harbor with another place whose character is also shaped by fishing.

Corfu as a cultural backdrop

For a cultural perspective on the wider destination of Corfu, the Old Town offers a different experience from Boukari’s harbor life. Its historic urban fabric is almost entirely preserved, and its buildings date from the 17th, 18th and 19th centuries. Together with its two fortresses, Corfu Old Town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

The Museum of Asian Art in the Old Town houses more than 11,000 objects from China, Japan, India, the Himalayas and Central Asia. It can be reached from Corfu harbor on bus route 2, which runs between Mantouki and Kanoni. Check the timetable before setting out.

A digital guide to Corfu Old Town is aimed at residents and visitors and uses high-quality audiovisual material to provide information on more than 80 sights within the city. Check whether the guide is available before your trip.

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For the wider travel overview: Corfu.