Attractions on the Isle of Wight

From theme parks to animal parks, historic sites to natural delights, the Isle of Wight has loads of great places to visit. Check out the extraordinary range of attractions and distractions over the next few pages for some great ideas of where to go, what to do and how to make the very most of your time on the IOW. We have some special inclusive Day Return tickets which include entry to some of the Island's top attractions, including the marvellous Dinosaur Isle. You can find more details here.

Pick a section below to start planning your day out!

Animal Parks

If your an animal lover then make sure you head to one of these attractions...

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Family Parks

You'll find something for all the family on the IOW, take a look at our list of family suited attractions on the Island.

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History and Culture

If your fascinated by the past then the Isle of Wight has plenty of rich heritage attractions for you to see.

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Outdoors

If your love the outdoors then the Isle of Wight has numerous beauty spots.

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Wight History Trail

Centuries of historical highlights on an Isle of Wight trail through the past

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Secret Wight

Wightlink Reveals Closely-Guarded Island Secrets

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Out & About on Foot

Great Ideas for Vistors on Foot

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Adding Colour To Your Short Break on the Isle of Wight

For an island just 23 miles wide and 13 miles deep, the Isle of Wight packs in a surprising variety of attractions. Best known for sandy beaches and a dramatic coastline, it is also famous as the Garden Island, where rare plants, vineyards and natural produce flourish because of the mild climate and remarkably diverse rural landscape. The IOW also boasts a rich cultural heritage stretching from Roman times up to the present day and the annual Isle of Wight Festival and Bestival.

Wightcliff Bay

Short breaks have long been popular on an Island that is just a short hop across the Solent from the UK mainland. But, with so much variety on offer, why not make this a themed break – where the focus of your trip coincides with one of your main interests?

Wightlink has compiled a series of trails around the Isle of Wight designed for history enthusiasts, food lovers and people who enjoy outdoor activities.