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Castles and Forts for Events in the Ionian Islands

Planning an event at a castle or fort in the Ionian Islands means choosing between active heritage sites and a themed escape room. This collection covers Corfu, Lefkada and Zakynthos, with examples such as the Old Fortress of Corfu, the Castle of Agia Mavra, the Venetian Castle of Bochali, Gardiki Castle and Fortress of Secrets Escape Rooms Corfu. Compare public opening hours and booking policies directly with each venue.

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Castle of Agia Mavra
Lefkada town

Castle of Agia Mavra

The Castle of Agia Mavra is a fortress in Lefkada that combines medieval and later architecture in a strategic location. It is listed as a fortress and castle a…

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Castle of Agios Georgios
Kefalonia town

Castle of Agios Georgios

The Castle of Agios Georgios is a historic castle and tourist attraction in Kefalonia. It is listed as a tourist and historic sight, and as a castle. The site i…

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Gardiki Castle
Agios Matthaios

Gardiki Castle

Gardiki Castle is a castle and tourist attraction on a hill in Corfu. It is a ruined 13th-century castle with eight towers along its stone perimeter. The site i…

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New Fortress of Corfu
Corfu town

New Fortress of Corfu

The New Fortress of Corfu is a historic Venetian castle of the 16th century, located on El. Venizelou 13 in Corfu. It is a fortress and historic tourist attract…

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Old Fortress of Corfu
Corfu town

Old Fortress of Corfu

The Old Fortress of Corfu is a historic fortress and tourist attraction in Corfu. The site features scenic ruins of an ancient fortress along with exhibits, a r…

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Venetian Castle of Bochali
Bokhali

Venetian Castle of Bochali

The Venetian Castle of Bochali is a historic castle in Bochali, Zakynthos. It consists of the ruins of an old stone castle with various outdoor buildings and a …

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Angelokastro
Krini

Angelokastro

Angelokastro is an ancient castle and tourist attraction in Corfu, built on the top of a steep hill. The site features artworks, historical exhibits and strikin…

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Castle Agioi Fanentes
Sami

Castle Agioi Fanentes

Castle Agioi Fanentes is a castle located in Sami, Kefalonia. It is listed as a castle, a heritage site that visitors can reach at the stated address in Sami. T…

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Cyclopean Walls of Krani
Argostolion

Cyclopean Walls of Krani

The Cyclopean Walls of Krani are a historic archaeological site in Argostoli, Kefalonia. The site is an open-air monument of ancient masonry, open around the cl…

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Faros Agion Theodoron
Argostolion

Faros Agion Theodoron

Faros Agion Theodoron is a historic and tourist attraction in the 281 00 postal area. It is listed as a historic site and a tourist sightseeing spot, and it is …

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Kassiopi Castle
Kassiopi

Kassiopi Castle

Kassiopi Castle is a ruined castle and historic site in Kassiopi, reached by a relaxed walking path. The route passes olive trees and offers views over a fishin…

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Planning guides for this search

Comparing heritage sites and a themed venue

The Old Fortress of Corfu opens daily 8:00–19:00 and includes ruins, exhibits, a rest area and a church. The Castle of Agia Mavra in Lefkada opens Monday, Wednesday to Sunday 8:00–18:30, closed Tuesday. The Venetian Castle of Bochali in Zakynthos opens Monday, Wednesday to Saturday 8:30–15:30, closed Tuesday and Sunday. Gardiki Castle in Corfu is open around the clock. Fortress of Secrets Escape Rooms Corfu operates daily 17:00–24:00 and accepts bookings. These are public opening hours; event access or private hire must be confirmed with each venue.

Practical questions for planners

For each property, confirm whether private bookings or group events are possible; the Castle of Agia Mavra listing directs planners to contact the site directly. Check public opening hours, since Gardiki Castle is open around the clock while Agia Mavra closes on Tuesdays. The Old Fortress of Corfu and Fortress of Secrets Escape Rooms Corfu operate under different models, so match the venue to your event format.

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Planning questions

Which castles in the Ionian Islands have fixed opening hours?

The Old Fortress of Corfu opens daily 8:00–19:00. The Castle of Agia Mavra opens Monday, Wednesday to Sunday 8:00–18:30 and is closed Tuesday. The Venetian Castle of Bochali opens Monday, Wednesday to Saturday 8:30–15:30, closed Tuesday and Sunday. These are public opening hours; event access must be confirmed with each venue.

Can I book a private event at these castle venues?

Booking policies vary. The Castle of Agia Mavra listing advises planners interested in private bookings or group events to contact the site directly. For other castle venues, confirm event access and private hire directly with the site. Fortress of Secrets Escape Rooms Corfu is an escape-room entertainment venue, not a castle, and accepts bookings; its suitability for private events must be confirmed directly.

Which venue is open around the clock?

Gardiki Castle in Corfu is open around the clock every day of the week. It is a ruined 13th-century castle with eight towers along its stone perimeter.

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