Corfu · Museums
Where the island keeps its treasures, from ancient sculpture to the objects of everyday village life.
Essential
Corfu Town
Finds from the ancient city of Corfu, with the great limestone pediment of the temple of Artemis from around 590 to 580 BC, which shows a Gorgon with her children and two panthers.
Must see: The Gorgon pediment and the lion of Menekrates
Palace of St Michael and St George, Corfu Town
One of the best collections of Asian art in Greece, housed in the British palace on the Spianada, with Chinese and Japanese porcelain, lacquer and prints.
Must see: The Japanese prints and the rooms of the palace
More to explore
Mon Repos, near Corfu Town
The villa where Prince Philip was born, now a museum of the island's history, in a park with the ruins of the ancient city.
Must see: The rooms of the villa and the park
Corfu Town
Not a museum but a fortress that holds exhibits and a church, with a climb to the lighthouse and a view over the town.
Must see: The lighthouse and the view from the top
Gastouri, south of Corfu Town
The palace Empress Sisi built in the 1890s for her love of Achilles, with a garden of statues and a fine view of the sea.
Must see: The statue of the dying Achilles in the garden
Opening hours change seasonally. Check with each museum before visiting.