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Steam Railway
Havenstreet
Inspiring, surprising and award-winning… Equally appealing to adults and families, your visit to The Isle of Wight Steam Railway will charm, engage and captivate, leaving you with some lasting memories of a special day out.
Historic House / Palace
East Cowes
Osborne House was Queen Victoria’s family seaside home in East Cowes on the Isle of Wight. After first visiting Osborne, Queen Victoria wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'.
Wildlife Centres & Nature Reserves
SANDOWN
From pocket sized primates to powerful predators, the residents of Wildheart Animal Sanctuary, will charm and amaze you!
Animal Collection / Zoo
NEWPORT
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.
Animal Collection / Zoo
Yarmouth
Surrounded by amazing countryside and sea views, this all-weather attraction has a wide range of animals in the paddocks, and indoor and outdoor play – with loads to keep kids and adults entertained.
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.
Castle / Fort
Carisbrooke
Visit Carisbrooke Castle and enjoy over 800 years of history!
Adventure Park / Playground
SANDOWN
Located on the northern side of Sandown, Sandham Gardens is the ideal place to relax and enjoy some family time with friends and family.
Adventure Park / Playground
NEWPORT
Discover 88 acres of adventure, exploration and entertainment at the Robin Hill Adventure Park. Get ready for an incredible day out with family and friends. With over 35 rides and attractions to enjoy, we’ve got something for everyone - and plenty…
Botanic Garden
St Lawrence
Here at Ventnor Botanic Garden we grow around 6,000 species of rare and exotic plants and trees in 22 acres. The garden is unrivalled for its collections of sub-tropical plants grown unprotected outdoors, capable of doing so due to our unique…
Water Based Activities
YARMOUTH
The Isle of Wight’s only outdoor floating Aqua Park is at Tapnell Farm.
Sports Ground
RYDE
Motorsport for the young, old, and everyone in-between on the Isle of Wight: all-weather, outdoor, go kart racing for 8yrs Up.
Adventure Park / Playground
RYDE
A unique, unusual adventure activity that takes you into the canopy of a mature oak tree.
Led by experienced instructors, it's a fabulous experience to share with friends and family.
Farm
Alverstone, Sandown
The Isle of Wight Rare Breeds CIC is a must visit for families and nature lovers. Enjoy hands-on experiences with friendly animals and discover the farm’s rich history and conservation efforts.
Water Based Activities
ROOKLEY
Make a splash at The Lakes Rookley and enjoy their watersports located in the large lake within the middle of the holiday resort on the Isle of Wight.
Museum
SANDOWN
Dinosaur Isle Museum is the start to your journey into the Island’s prehistoric past! Britain's first purpose-built dinosaur attraction is just over the sea wall from Sandown’s blue flag beach.
Escape Room
Dover Street, RYDE
A brand new Escape Room attraction on the Isle of Wight, and the UK’s first Escape Room built within a real church crypt. The Lost Crypt is within a unique historic church building at Aspire Ryde, using a genuine story.
Museum
Sandown
Discover much more about the aviation and aerospace heritage of the Isle of Wight at Wight Aviation Museum in Sandown.
Sports Activities
Ventnor
Visit the all-weather Canopy Skatepark located South of the Isle of Wight. Camping onsite is also available within the wooded hillside looking out to sea in an Isle of Wight National Landscape (formerly known as Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty).
Historic Site
BRADING
Have a day out with a difference at Brading Roman Villa. Visit one of the finest Roman sites in the UK, the museum offers a unique insight into Roman life in Britain.
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