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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.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- May–Sep
- avoid Jul–Aug (peak heat and crowds)
- Airport
- CFU
- Nights
- 1
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Rules in force · 10Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window…Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovin…
- Europe ↗Non-EU visitors get 90 days in any rolling 180-day window, counted across all 29 Schengen states together — not per country; the Entry/Exit System now logs each crossing, so an overstay is detected automatically.
- Europe ↗On the first Schengen entry since EES began, non-EU travellers give four fingerprints and a face photo at the border instead of a passport stamp; there is nothing to apply for or pay in advance.
- Balkans ↗Mine-suspected land still exists in Bosnia and Herzegovina and in pockets of Croatia's former front line: outside towns keep to tarmac and waymarked paths, and treat red triangle signs and taped-off fields as absolute.
- Balkans ↗Serbia refuses onward entry to travellers who reached Kosovo from a third country and then try to cross straight into Serbia; route Kosovo–Serbia legs through North Macedonia or Montenegro, or start the loop in Serbia.
- Balkans ↗Hire cars need written permission from the rental company and valid insurance for every country on the line; Kosovo sells its own border insurance and some contracts exclude Albania, Kosovo or Bosnia outright.
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- Greece ↗Taking stones, pottery or other objects from archaeological sites is illegal; so is exporting antiquities without a permit.
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- Greece ↗Acropolis tickets are sold for one-hour entry slots on the official Hellenic Heritage site (hhticket.gr); in peak season slots sell out days ahead, and you cannot enter outside your hour.
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Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Arillas100 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Arillas, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR).Greece-wide
- SIM or eSIMCosmote, Vodafone and Nova sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at the airport; a passport is needed to register.Greece-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe in Athens, Thessaloniki and most of the mainland.Greece-wide
- TippingTaverna or restaurant: 5–10% in cash on the table; not expected at gyros shops.Greece-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.Greece-wide
- SafetyArillas is generally safe; main risks are sun exposure and occasional nudist beach sections; keep valuables secure.
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- RestroomsUse cafés (buy something), museums and sites.Greece-wide
- Emergency numbers100 police · 166 ambulance · 199 fire (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysArchaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 08:00–15:00 or 17:00) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Archaeological sites run shorter winter hours (often 8:00 AM–3:00 PM or 5:00 PM) and longer summer hours; they close on 1 January, 25 March, Easter Sunday…Greece-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportCFU Corfu International Airport (Taxi to Arillas ~ €55; shuttle bus ~ €20).
- Getting aroundWalk or rent a bike/scooter; regional green bus runs early morning and at 13:00 (≈ €4.40).Walk or rent a bike/scooter; regional green bus runs early morning and at 1:00 PM (≈ €4.40).
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café€2–3 (≈ US$3–4)
- Metro or bus rideGreen bus ticket€4.40 (≈ US$6)
- Budget bedFamily‑run apartment, a night, per person€30 (≈ US$35)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €30 (≈ US$35) · Mid €55 (≈ US$65) · High €80 (≈ US$95)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- CFU Corfu International Airport (Taxi to Arillas ~ €55; shuttle bus ~ €20)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Feb
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15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Mar
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18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Apr
not flagged
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
May
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jun
Best
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
Jul
Care
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Aug
Care
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
Sep
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Oct
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23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Nov
not flagged
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
Dec
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15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
Best: May–Jun, Sep. Mixed: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)), coolest Jan (8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C) low), wettest Dec (11 rain days), driest Jul (1). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Arillas: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Feb
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
9 rd
Mar
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
7 rd
Apr
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
5 rd
May
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
3 rd
Jun
30°C (86°F)86°F (30°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
2 rd
Jul
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
1 rd
Aug
33°C (91°F)91°F (33°C)
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
1 rd
Sep
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
3 rd
Oct
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
6 rd
Nov
18°C (64°F)64°F (18°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
9 rd
Dec
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting 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.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Diapontia islands (Mathraki, Othoni, Erikoussa)
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h total round‑trip
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)
Boat trips are seasonal; check local timetable.
Olive groves and coastal footpaths
goDoor to door: ≈ 2 h each way
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
Trail cleared in 2012, suitable for moderate hikers.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Family‑run hotels and apartments
≈ €25–100 per double room; 6–7 options in village
Green Corfu travel agency
helps book rooms and tours
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €30–50 (≈ US$35–60) excl. bed
- Mid
- €50–80 (≈ US$60–95) excl. bed
Trip budget
| Family‑run apartment2 × 1 night × €55 | €110 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €55 | €110 |
| Taxi Airport → Arillas2 × €55 | €110 |
| Shuttle bus Airport → Arillas2 × €20 | €40 |
| Green bus ticket to Arillas2 × €4 | €9 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €38 |
| Trip total≈ €209 per person per day, bed included | €417≈ US$500 |
double occupancy; price per night
2026 estimate in euros; flights and inter‑island ferries excluded.
Prices of common things
| Taxi (airport‑to‑Arillas) | €55 (≈ US$65) |
| Shuttle bus (airport‑to‑Arillas) | €20 (≈ US$25) |
| Green bus ticket | €4.40 (≈ US$6) |
| Coffee at a café | €2–3 (≈ US$3–4) |
| Meal at a tavern | €8–15 (≈ US$10–18) |
| Boat trip to Diapontia islands | €15–30 (≈ US$18–35) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- 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.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 100
- Ambulance
- 166
- Fire
- 199
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Σε αυτή τη διεύθυνση, παρακαλώTo this address, please
Emergency
- Police100
- Ambulance166
- Fire199
Embassy
US consulate in Corfu (check address); other embassies in Athens.
My embassy: —
Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Airport → Arillas (taxi): about €55 (≈ US$65), 30 min
- Shuttle bus Airport → Arillas: about €20 (≈ US$25), 45 min
- Green bus to Arillas: about €4.40 (≈ US$6) per ride
Say or show
- Συγγνώμη — Excuse me / Sorry (see-ɣNO-mee)
- Ευχαριστώ — Thank you (ef-ha-ree-STO)
- Πόσο κοστίζει; — How much is it? (PO-so ko-STEE-zee?)
- Πού είναι η στάση του λεωφορείου; — Where is the bus stop? (POU EE-neh ee STAH-see too le‑o‑fo‑REE‑ou?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Arillas. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Sep · avoid Jul–Aug (peak heat and crowds) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 2 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add bike‑rental options and boat‑ticket links.
- Create detailed walking‑trail map with distance markers.
- Link to Corfu transport hub page for airport‑to‑Arillas transfers.
Sources
- secondaryWikidata – Arillas
- secondaryWikivoyage: Arillas, revision 5263204 (CC BY-SA 4.0)
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