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Step into Queen Victoria’s favourite country home and experience a world unchanged since the country's longest reigning monarch died here just over 100 years ago.
Tapnell Farm is the newest family attraction on the Isle of Wight, located near to Yarmouth in West Wight, and offers visitors a fantastic range of options to Eat, Shop, Play and Stay!
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty overlooking The Needles Rocks and Lighthouse, there's breathtaking scenery and a spectacular chairlift past amazing coloured sand cliffs.
Whooping gibbons, mischievous monkeys, amazing owls and the naughtiest meerkats ever! Swing by and say hello to the Island's Gold award-winning rescue centre and sanctuary.
How would you spend your perfect day out?
Maybe you want family fun and adventure for the kids?
If this is the case, then maybe its time you looked at some of the amazing Isle of Wight attractions which include detailed history and heritage, extending right back to the time of the Dinosaurs!
Or maybe you would like to take time out at one of our many music festivals or experience the last remaining hovercraft ferry in the world?
Sometimes you might just want to get away from it all with a relaxing stroll along one of the many Isle of Wight beaches or through one of our magnificent gardens.
You may also want to visit one of our many amazing restaurants which only use local produce from the island.
The Isle of Wight is a popular place for a holiday, and plays host to some of the most famous and popular attractions in the UK, including the UK's oldest theme park at Blackgang Chine!
We also have a range of great animal attractions, where you can get up close and personal with penguins, meerkats and many others.
There are also many traditional seaside amusements offering a wide range of entertainment.
Many of the Isle of Wight attractions are open all year round meaning there are lots of things to do in all seasons.
Take a walk through the Ventnor Botanic Gardens whatever the weather, or enjoy a stop off at The Garlic Farm to try some of their fantastic products.
There are so many different places to go, and so much variety that we couldn’t possibly list them all on one page!
That’s why we’ve broken it all down into easy to navigate sections, and also given you a handy search tool below so you can discover things that you like to do and see.
No matter what your age or interests, there are things to do for everyone when it comes to Isle of Wight attractions!
In order to get the best out of your stay on the Isle of Wight and in order for you to experience as many attractions as possible, it is advised to book some accommodation.
We are proud to offer a wide range of accommodation that is suitable for all requirements, whether that be specific types of hotels, bed and breakfasts, holiday cottages, caravan parks or camping facilities, you can rest assured we have everything here for you to enjoy your stay on the island.
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Animal Collection / Zoo
YARMOUTH
Tapnell Farm is the newest family attraction on the Isle of Wight, located near to Yarmouth in West Wight, and offers visitors a fantastic range of options to Eat, Shop, Play and Stay!
Adventure Park / Playground
CHALE
Set in Over 40 acres of spectacular cliff-top gardens - you will find a magical mix of fantasy, legend and heritage!
Adventure Park / Playground
NEWPORT
With free unlimited return visits over 7 days, award-winning Robin Hill definitely qualifies as one of the Island’s favourite country attractions. The park has rides, adventure play, falconry and gardens for the whole family to enjoy.
Family Fun & Activities
ALUM BAY
Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty overlooking The Needles Rocks and Lighthouse, there's breathtaking scenery and a spectacular chairlift past amazing coloured sand cliffs.
Leisure & Activity Centres
BEMBRIDGE
Go wild with an Isle of Wight adventure and make memories that last a lifetime at Kingswood on a family adventure!
Windmill
Bembridge
Educational school visits available but must be pre-booked and have NT guide. Special charge applies. Please contact property for details.
Historic Site
Newtown
This ancient building is the only remaining evidence of the former importance of Newtown.
Historic Site
ALUM BAY
A spectacularly sited, cliff top fort overlooking The Needles Rocks, in the care of the National Trust.
Castle / Fort
NEWPORT
Visit Carisbrooke Castle and enjoy over 800 years of history!
Garden
Mottistone
Mottistone Gardens, which is in the care of the National Trust, is one of the most peaceful and magical gardens on the Island with colourful borders, shrub filled banks and grassy terraces which surround an Elizabethan manor house (tenanted).
Animal Collection / Zoo
NEWPORT
Monkey Haven is a Gold award-winning attraction that makes animals happy... and people happy.
Come and see us at our primate rescue centre and sanctuary just outside Newport. You'll meet our wonderful family including whooping gibbons,...
Historic House / Palace
EAST COWES
Designed by Prince Albert in an Italianate style, Osborne was the much-loved seaside home of Queen Victoria, her husband and their nine children. Osborne was a regal dwelling but also very much a private family home that reflected the royal family’s...
Arts Centre
RYDE
The world's most elaborate water, light and music production. "Its like nothing you've ever seen before"...a triumph of artistry and engineering. Visitors are overwhelmed by thousands of dazzling patterns of moving water synchronised with music in...
Sports Ground
RYDE
This purpose built 500m all weather track adds junior and adult adrenaline action to the Island’s list of must-do’s.
Historic House / Palace
EAST COWES
Step into Queen Victoria’s favourite country home and experience a world unchanged since the country's longest reigning monarch died here just over 100 years ago.
Abbey / Priory
RYDE
Quarr Abbey is a working Benedictine monastery and is set in beautiful and peaceful surroundings and can be found just outside of Ryde.
Adventure Park / Playground
SHANKLIN
This award winning seaside resort has everything you need for the perfect family day out at the seaside!
Steam Railway
HAVENSTREET
CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR TICKET ON-LINE (SAVE by booking online in advance of your visit).
Inspiring, Surprising and Award-Winning … Equally appealing to adults and families, your visit to The Isle of Wight Steam Railway will charm, engage and...
Adventure Park / Playground
YARMOUTH
We love outdoor adventure activities, and we want to show you why we love them. Our adventures are based in the water, the hills and the woods of the spectacular and picturesque Isle of Wight!
Join us for a kayak surfing session, archery in the...
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