places to visit
things to do during your stay..
'Attractions and places to visit are in plentiful supply on the Island, with something to suit everyone'
With such a wide variety of things to do on the Isle of Wight during your holiday, you’ll want to come back again and again. Whilst you won’t be able to fit everything into a single visit, we’ve highlighted some of the great attractions, activities and places to visit for you to choose from.
Alternatively, keep the kids entertained at Monkey Haven – the happiest attraction in Newport! You’ll meet all kinds of wonderful creatures at this popular animal sanctuary, including the singing Lar Gibbons, cheeky Meerkats, slithering snakes and the cutest owls.
If you enjoy outdoor activities, the Isle of Wight has it all. The stunning coastline and warm climate mean that this Isle of the perfect playground for those who love the outdoors. Walking, cycling and horse-riding are freely available for those of all abilities, with more than 500 miles of footpaths and established walking routes, and 165 miles of bridleways waiting to be discovered.
Great Attractions on the Isle of Wight
Wolverton Manor Fair
IOW Cheese & Cider Festival
Recommended Activities
'Our Sundays'
St Catherines Lighthouse
Walk to see St Catherine light house, park along St Catherines road.
Stroll down Castlehaven lane, stop at the tiny rocky beach and grab an
ice-cream at the cafe then stroll across the fields to get closer to the
light house then baqck up the stepped footpath to the Bugle coaching inn
for a well deserved drink and bag of crisps.
Steephill cove
Park in the front garden on Steephill Road – pay in the honesty box
attached to the garage. Walk down Love Lane to the steps and down to
Steep Hill cove – this hidden gem, go on Lowish tide if you can and go
rock pooling. Lunch at the beach Shack is great and gives you fuel to
make your way back up the hill to your car – if your feeling very
energentic walk along the cliff path into Ventnor then back up the hill
turning left at the top back past the gardens and Ventnor park back to
your car.
Gurnard to Cowes stroll
Park up in Gurnard along Prince’s Esplanade closer to the playground
means the longer walk so the further you drive along heading for Cowes
the shorter the stroll. Walk along the promande watching the boats past
the Yacht Squadron and the Globe pub and into Cowes great for an
Ice-cream or lunch and a mooch around the shops.
With loads to do and fantastic places to visit the Isle of Wight is the perfect Staycation!
Attractions and places to visit are in plentiful supply on the Island, with something to suit everyone. Get a taste of the Isle of Wight’s history and culture by visiting one of our museums, galleries and historic sites or take in the stunning views with a walk.
The island has 500 miles of footpaths, 200 miles of cycle tracks and 165 miles of bridleways just waiting to be explored!