Around Corfu on a Pirate Ship, Black Rose

Over the centuries, Corfu has had a lot of history with pirate attacks. The old fort in Corfu Town has been a helpful defense for Corfu. Nowadays, we don’t get any pirate attacks however, there still is a pirate ship sailing around! The Black Rose is a boat that does tours around Corfu Town with a pirate theme.

During the summer season, they usually do 5 trips a day. They are about 70 minutes long and cost 10 euros per person. For children it is 5 euros.

You can buy a ticket online or buy one in person. If it is during peak season I would recommend buying a couple of days in advance because they sell out.

As you take off, there is a box of props for a pirate theme, so, for example, sword, bandana, eye patch etc. This is more for the children, but technically for anyone, so feel free to grab one!

You start off going south so Vidos Island is on your left and Corfu Town on your right.
You will be closer to Corfu Town this way
Passing by the old fort you will be amazed by the beauty!
Next is Garitsa, Anemomilo. A windmill that is a very picturesque scenery.
Then you will pass by the Mon Repo, which is a big estate where the royal family used to live.
After is Kanoni where you will see the airport and if you are lucky have a plane take off or land right over you!
Then you will reach Vlacherna Monastery (the iconic monastery of Corfu) and Pontikonisi (mouse island)
Then you will turn back however, on the way back when you pass by Vidos Island you will be closer to Vidos island this time.