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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.
Let your imaginations run wild as you explore the enchanting theme lands… Whether you want to be a fairy in your own castle, locking up outlaws in jail or discover a sunken shipwreck, our eclectic…
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.
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!
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 even have a range of great animal attractions, where you can get up close and personal with penguins, meerkats and many others. There are also various activities on the Isle of Wight that you can do such as Adventure Activities that offers land and water activities for all ages.
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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Museum
RYDE
An impressive collection of Island buses and coaches are housed here.
Church / Chapel
NEWPORT
Newport Minster is the principal church of the Isle of Wight and an Island venue for concerts, exhibitions and civic events. Rebuilt by Queen Victoria it houses Princess Elizabeth’s grave and other important memorials.
Museum
WEST COWES
Cowes Maritime Museum displays a selection of objects and images which help to tell the story of Cowes and its important maritime heritage.
Water Based Activities
The Quay, YARMOUTH
Yachting destination and mainland transport link
Modern Time
BEMBRIDGE
WIGHT IN BLOOM 2015 AWARD - HIGHLY COMMENDED (BEST COMMUNITY FLORAL PROJECT).
Visit the site to view the war memorial and the gardens located in the village of Bembridge. The War Memorial Gardens is located at the junction of the High Street and…
Leisure / Swimming Pool
FRESHWATER
Swimming pools, sports hall, gym, cafe. 50 adult fitness classes every week. Childrens activities including school holiday sports taster sessions.
Theatre
WEST COWES
Trinity Theatre is owned by one of the oldest amateur dramatic societies in Britain.
Leisure / Swimming Pool
WEST COWES
UKSA’s waterfront campus in Cowes on the sunny Isle of Wight is the perfect location for residential and non-residential sailing and watersports activities.
Church / Chapel
GATCOMBE
An unusual wooden effigy to an unknown knight can be found in the medieval church at Gatcombe. It sits in a recess in the chancel and depicts a knight with crossed legs and a dog at his feet, as was the style in the 14th century. However, some of…
Historic Site
ALUM BAY
* Victorian coastal defence * Spectacularly sited cliff top fort with the best views of The Needles Rocks. * Regularly updated exhibitions and displays. * Intriguing history brought to life comic-book style. * Memorabilia from World War II. *…
Historic Site
ALUM BAY
*The underground rooms of the New Battery situated next to the bus turning point contain an exhibition about the secret rocket testing carried out on the site in the 1950s and 60s. * Refreshment kiosk serving drinks, ice cream and snacks.
Open…
Historic Site
ALUM BAY
Situated within Needles Park is the world famous Marconi Monument, which marks the precise location where Guglielmo Marconi undertook his pioneering work at the end of the 19th Century, which led to radio and all telecommunications as we know it…
Historic Site
MOTTISTONE
Legend has it that St Catherine and the Devil had a contest to see who should control the Isle of Wight. The Long Stone’s tall iron sandstone pillar was supposedly thrown by St Catherine from the Down to the east which bears her name.
At over 4m…
Leisure / Swimming Pool
SANDOWN
1Leisure is the Island’s fitness destination! With centres in Newport, Sandown and Ryde we’ve got the Island covered for all your fitness needs.
Historic Site
WEST COWES
You cannot miss this massive dockyard crane at the mouth of the River Medina at Cowes. You can see it as you walk out of Cowes along the Birmingham Road, as you approach the chain ferry from East Cowes, and as you come into Cowes from the sea. …
Historic Site
FRESHWATER
The imposing memorial to Alfred, Lord Tennyson, the Victorian Poet Laureate, stands on the highest point of Tennyson Down (formerly High Down), a long chalk ridge with sheer cliffs on its south side.
A late work designed by J.L. Pearson, it…
Church / Chapel
WHITWELL
The church in Whitwell was really two chapels side by side. Each related to a different manor and parish. The earlier was St Rhadegund, built in the 12th century; the smaller St Mary was added to the south by around 1200. The arcade separating the…
Church / Chapel
CARISBROOKE
The village of Carisbrooke has a dominant church at the upper end of a long main street.
The early parish was large. It is known there was an important Saxon church, but its site is uncertain. This church and six others on the Island were granted…
Tower
CHALE
The tall, octagonal tower, the shell of a medieval lighthouse, was built in 1314 as a penance for stealing wine from a merchant ship that ran aground on the treacherous rocks of Atherfield Ledge.
The cargo of 174 casks, from Edward II's Duchy of…
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Warner Leisure Hotels
Wight Holiday Lettings
Step outside this festive season and experience the thrill of a Christmas dream come true… Through frosty woodlands, twinkling lights and discovery, join us on an enchanting winter journey with a breath-taking FINALE like no other!
The Needles are bringing you their 'free' Music & Magic in the Skies events which will be held every Thursday throughout August.
The Wight Proms
Jungle Fever!
With loads of great attractions and family-friendly places to stay the Isle of Wight is the perfect place to bring the family
The Island packs in a whole load of adventure, with lots of exciting activities to pack into your break!
Breathtaking scenery and a slower pace of life make this one of the most romantic places in the UK
Wellness Breaks
Dog friendly
Competitions
Over half of the Isle of Wight is designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Family Holidays
Information on all the ferry options available to the Isle of Wight from mainland UK
Slow Travel Guide
Red Squirrel Electric Bike Hire
Walking
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