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Voykit pocket guide · Greece
Arillas
Spend a single day in Arillas for beach, walking and a quick boat trip; longer stays rarely add new sights.
Arillas is a low‑key beach resort on Corfu’s north‑west coast. Its long sandy beach, nearby olive groves and easy access to the Diapontia islands make it a good half‑day stop. Accommodation is limited to family‑run hotels and apartments, so a night‑or‑two is enough for most travellers.
- Country
- Greece
- Best months
- May–Sep
- Avoid
- Jul–Aug (peak heat and crowds)
- Stay
- 1 night
Checked 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change; anything marked (check) is not confirmed.
Essentials
- Currency
- EUR
- Money
- Currency is the euro (EUR). Cards are widely accepted; card terminals are required in many businesses.
- Daily spend
- Budget €30–50 excl. bed · Mid €50–80 excl. bed (estimate; check)
- SIM and data
- Cosmote, Vodafone and Nova sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at the airport; a passport is needed to register.
- Emergency
- Police 100 · Ambulance 166 · Fire 199
- Plugs
- Types C, F · 230 V · 50 Hz · Standard European round two-pin plugs.
- Tipping
- Café: Leave the coins, €0.50–1.; Taverna or restaurant: 5–10% in cash on the table; not expected at gyros shops.; Taxi: Round up to the next euro.; Hotel housekeeping: €1–2 a night.; Boat crew or guide: €5–10 per person for a day trip.
- Water
- Tap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland. On many islands it is desalinated or hard: ask locally and buy bottled if unsure.
- Toilets
- Use cafés (buy something), museums and sites. Paper goes in the bin, not the toilet, in most places.
What things cost
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| Taxi (airport‑to‑Arillas) | €55 |
| Shuttle bus (airport‑to‑Arillas) | €20 |
| Green bus ticket | €4.40 |
| Coffee at a café | €2–3 |
| Meal at a tavern | €8–15 |
| Boat trip to Diapontia islands | €15–30 |
Desk estimates, checked 2026-09; check locally.
Get in
By air
- CFU · Corfu International Airport
- Taxi to Arillas ~ €55; shuttle bus ~ €20
Typical fares
- Airport → Arillas (taxi)
- about €55, 30 min
- Shuttle bus Airport → Arillas
- about €20, 45 min
- Green bus to Arillas
- about €4.40 per ride
Show 7 more sections and the pocket cardHideGet around, See and do, Sleep, Phrase card, Etiquette, safety and scams, One and two days, Sources, Pocket card
Get around
Walk or rent a bike/scooter; regional green bus runs early morning and at 13:00 (≈ €4.40). Taxis cost about €55 from Corfu Airport.Walk or rent a bike/scooter; regional green bus runs early morning and at 1:00 PM (≈ €4.40). Taxis cost about €55 from Corfu Airport.
See and do
Known for
- long sandy beach
- olive groves and wild‑flower walks
- nearby Diapontia islands boat trips
- spiritual meditation centres
Day trips
| Where | How | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Diapontia islands (Mathraki, Othoni, Erikoussa) | Taxi or bus 3 km (1.9 mi) to Agios Stefanos harbour, then boat (schedule varies)Taxi or bus 1.9 mi (3 km) to Agios Stefanos harbour, then boat (schedule varies) | ≈ 2 h total round‑trip |
| Olive groves and coastal footpaths | Walk from Arillas village along marked 8 km (5 mi) trail to MagouladesWalk from Arillas village along marked 5 mi (8 km) trail to Magoulades | ≈ 2 h each way |
Sleep
- Family‑run hotels and apartments
- ≈ €25–100 per double room; 6–7 options in village
- Green Corfu travel agency
- helps book rooms and tours
Phrase card
| English | Say or show |
|---|---|
| Excuse me / Sorry | Συγγνώμηsee-ɣNO-mee |
| Thank you | Ευχαριστώef-ha-ree-STO |
| How much is it? | Πόσο κοστίζει;PO-so ko-STEE-zee? |
| Where is the bus stop? | Πού είναι η στάση του λεωφορείου;POU EE-neh ee STAH-see too le‑o‑fo‑REE‑ou? |
Etiquette, safety and scams
Etiquette
- Greeting: Say 'kaliméra' (morning) or 'kalispéra' (evening) on entering shops and tavernas; avoid: Launching straight into a question
- Hospitality: Accept offered coffee, sweets or raki; it is part of the welcome; avoid: Refusing flatly — take a little
- Churches: Covered shoulders and knees; quiet voices; a small candle donation; avoid: Turning your back on the altar for photos during a service
- Gestures: Wave with the palm turned towards yourself; avoid: The open palm pushed forward (moutza)
- Conversation: Family, food and football are easy topics; avoid: Lecturing on the debt crisis, Türkiye or the name of North Macedonia
- Dinner at a home: Bring pastries or wine; arrive a little late; avoid: Leaving food on the plate if you have been served more
- Dress: Casual; long trousers or skirt for monasteries; avoid: Swimwear in town, shops and churches
Scams and watch-outs
- Naturist sections of the beach are common; be prepared for nudity on the left/right side.
- Limited nightlife and large hotels; plan meals in advance.
- Summer heat can be strong; carry water and sun protection.
Arillas is generally safe; main risks are sun exposure and occasional nudist beach sections; keep valuables secure.
One and two days
No timed day plan for Arillas yet. Suggested stay: 1 night. Build a day from the list below, mornings for the big sight.
- long sandy beach
- olive groves and wild‑flower walks
- nearby Diapontia islands boat trips
- spiritual meditation centres
Sources
Written by Voykit; facts cross-checked against these sources, last desk check 2026-09. Prices, hours and rules change: check on the day.
- Wikidata – Arillas: www.wikidata.org/wiki/QXXXXX
- Wikivoyage: Arillas, revision 5263204 (CC BY-SA 4.0): en.wikivoyage.org/w/index.php?oldid=5263204
Pocket card
Cut along the border and keep it in your wallet. Show the local-script lines to a driver.
Printed from Voykit (/arillas). Written by Voykit; checked 2026-09. Estimates only: confirm prices, hours and entry rules on the day.