Explore the Isle of Wight

The Isle of Wight measures 23 miles by 13 miles and is littered with picturesque villages and bustling small towns. In the towns you’ll find a great range of shops including local boutique stores and familiar high street brands. If you’re indulging in some serious retail therapy, stop off in one the coffee shops or cafes and refuel with some delicious coffee and homemade cake.

Potter through the villages and discover the picture postcard side of the Island. Why not hire a bike and pedal down the country lanes where you’re surrounded by greenery and the quintessentially English thatched cottages. Be sure to stop off at one of the designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Why not take a picnic and make a day of relaxing and exploring the beautiful Isle of Wight countryside at your own pace.

There are some great places to visit on the Isle of Wight, each with their very own unique character and heritage. Shanklin, the well-known, charming traditional seaside resort has a lovely mix of seaside and open, green space. You can also lose yourself in the history and character of Shanklin Old Village which is packed with charming thatched cottages, unique gift shops and tea rooms.

Look out for some of the famous historic monuments such as St Catherine’s Oratory, Tennyson’s Monument and the Mottistone Longstone, all set on stunning rolling hills. If you are looking to visit some of these places, or are considering a holiday on the Island you may want to book some accommodation.

The great thing is, the Isle of Wight has lots of excellent accommodation to offer such as luxury and budget hotels, holiday cottages, B&B's, holiday/caravan parks and campsites, many located within proximity to the towns and villages above and the Isle of Wight Ferry and hovercraft ports.

Your wellness matters

Why not enjoy some Pure Island Happiness, where you can relax and unwind with a wellness break to the Isle of Wight? Whether you're looking for inspiration, relaxation or to increase mindfulness, the Island has everything you need.

Meet the Dinosaurs

We are one of the most famous places for Dinosaur discovery in Europe, earning us the title of the “Dinosaur Island”. You can become a Dinosaur Hunter yourself by searching for fossils along our beaches and coastline, or even walk amongst the forgotten giants in the all new “Area 5” at Blackgang Chine. Discover Dinosaur Island.

Get on your bike with Bicycle Island

For cyclists the Isle of Wight is a regular feature in the “Top 10 routes in the world”, with varied terrains and contrasting landscapes making for some great rides!

The “Bicycle Island” initiative has added some great new cycle routes to the offering, along with bike carrying buses and lots of other reasons to make the Isle of Wight the ideal pick for your cycling holiday. Find out more on Bicycle Island.

'Win Holidays' - Competitions

If you’d like to win yourself a holiday or short break on the Isle of Wight then keep your eyes peeled on our website, as we always have competitions running for your to win a variety of Island escapes! To keep up to date with the latest simply sign up to our e-newsletter, or keep checking back on the link below. Win holidays to the Isle of Wight.

Itineraries

If you are holidaying on the Island and looking for some inspiration we have a range of ready-made itineraries to sort a variety of audiences. You can even build your own itineraries using our website, or smartphone app – simply click the “Add to My Pocket” button next to anything you want to visit, then follow the link at the top right hand corner of your screen to review what you’ve chosen. View existing itineraries.

Book Accommodation

If you are still searching for the perfect place to stay on the Isle of Wight then make sure to check our accommodation page. We have a great range of hotels, B&B's, self-catering properties, holiday parks and campsites you can browse, many of which have real-time availability and can be booked online.