The Best Isle of Wight Attractions & Activities

Osborne House on the Isle of Wight was Queen Victoria’s seaside retreat. Designed in Italianate style, it boasts lavish interiors, formal gardens, and private beaches, offering a glimpse into royal family life and Victorian splendour.

opened originally as a Victorian garden in 1843, with modern attractions including a water coaster, maze and themed areas

beautifully preserved railway with Victorian and Edwardian steam engines. There is also a children's playground and woodland walks

collection of large cats and venomous snakes on display. Various shows, talks and demonstrations

20th Century gardens with hidden pathways and colourful borders using Mediterranean style planting, which takes advantage of the southerly location

built in 1862 and used during both world wars, with the original gun barrels in place all brought to life with vivid displays and cartoons

with a nature trail and waterfalls, which is illuminated during the summer evenings, this gorge has been a popular visitor attraction for over 200 years

enjoy a walk through this beautiful setting with free wine tastings and staff willing to answer questions.

creating the story of the rainforest, this exotic wildlife park has many unusual and rare animals. Conservation is the driving force behind the zoo, participating in breeding programmes and public education

Bembridge Windmill on the Isle of Wight is a charming 18th-century tower mill, the island’s only surviving one. Restored and preserved by the National Trust, it offers insight into traditional milling and lovely countryside views.

the quintessential romantic castle, Carisbrooke has been an Elizabethan artillery fortress, a king's prison and a royal summer residence

a private collection with over 2000 exhibits dating back to 2000BC including a bisque doll presented to Queen Victoria

11 acres if gardens landscaped by Capability Brown. The history of the ruined 18th Century house is depicted in the Gate House Museum