Island Attractions

Afton Park and Apple Tree Cafe
Afton Park is a six acre meadow with gardens, orchard, plant nursery, licensed cafe and gift shop set in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The garden features a puzzle path, willow house and children's activity trail.
Amazon World Park Zoo
Largest collection of exotic animals in natural rainforest settings, meet the animals, talks, falconry displays, penguin feeding.
Appuldurcombe House (English Heritage)
Partially restored shell of 18thC English Baroque House. Ornamental grounds landscaped by Capability Brown - the perfect place for a picnic. Exhibition and gift shop.
Arreton Manor
One of the most important historic houses on the island. Knot gardens, Elizabethan styled gardens with miniature maze, guided tour of the house. Homemade cream teas, gift shop, play and picnic area.
Arreton Old Village & Barns
The ancient village of Arreton is set in the geographical heart of the Island and offers the tourist a glimpse into the Island's past. Visit the Craft Village, Pub, Lavender Herbal Craft Shop and 12thC church.
Artigiano Outlet Store
Visit the Artigiano outlet store in Cowes and save on original prices.
Bembridge Windmill (National Trust)
The Isle of Wight's only surviving windmill, dating from around 1700. Much of its wooden machinery is still intact. Access to upper floors, Braille guide available.
Blackgang Chine
Cliff top gardens, Fantasy attractions include Cowboy Town, Dinosaurland, Nurseryland, Pirate Fort, Boat water-slide and Cliffhanger rollercoaster.
Brading Roman Villa
Beautiful new building covering remains of a 3rd Century Roman Villa including stunning mosaics, fascinating artefacts and interactive display. Cafe, shop and education room.
Butterfly and Fountain World
Landscaped indoor gardens with exotic free flying butterflies. Brilliant fountain displays, Small World Jumping Jets and Italian and Japanese water gardens with Koi Carp.
Calbourne Water Mill
17thC working water mill. 1896 Roller Mill, War & rural museum, fire station, oak woodland walk, putting green, punting on mill stream, clay play pentanque, cafe 
& gift shop.
Carisbrooke Castle (English Heritage)
Motte and bailey castle where Charles I was imprisoned. 161ft deep well with 16thC wheel still worked by donkeys, Exhibitions, museums and picnic area.
Chessel Pottery Barns
Decorate your own pottery gifts and mementoes in our working studio or watch the potters at work. Gift shop and cafe.
Days Gone By
Award wining shop specialising in nostalgic and reproduction Victoriana reminiscent of time past. Gifts, house wares and traditional toys.
Dimbola Lodge Museum
Museum and galleries devoted to photography in former home of Victorian photographer, Juliet Margaret Cameron.
Dinosaur Farm Museum
Talk to the experts working on the conservation of recently discovered dinosaur bones, found locally. Bring your own fossils for identification.
Dinosaur Isle
120 million years in the making, the geological odyssey of the Isle of Wight. Fleshed out dinosaurs, dinosaur skeletons and local fossils.
Fort Victoria Country Park
50 acres of woodland centred around a Victorian Fort. Model railway of 450 feet on the longest of 8 routes, 25 computer controlled trains and 400+ buildings.
Fort Victoria Marine Aquarium
Aquarium with mainly local sea tanks. Discover some of the many strange inhabitants of our sea and shore. Then be amazed by the life in our tropical reefs.
Garlic Farm
The home of Isle of Wight Garlic - taste vampire relishes, Transylvanian pickles and smoked garlic. Learn about garlic and growing your own.
Island Brass Rubbing Centre
Craft centre specialising in Medieval facsimile brasses and brass rubbings. Materials supplied and tuition given. Gift shop.
Island Planetarium and Astronomy Centre
Planetarium theatre and astronomy centre with fascinating multimedia shows. Stargazing evenings and courses.
Isle of Wight Owl and Falconry Centre
Flying displays daily with birds of prey from around the world in the grounds of historic Appuldurcombe House. Indoor flight barn when wet.
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Genuine vintage train ride. 10 mile round trip operated by carriages and engines dating back to 1870's. Principle station at Havenstreet has museum, woodland walk, children's play area, shop and cafe.
Isle of Wight Studio Glass
"Come and watch" the production and fascinating craft of glassmaking. Also visit our extensive showroom and shop.
Isle of Wight Wax Works
16th Century Mansion, Chamber of Horrors and Animal World. Kynges gift shop, Carousel Cafe - themed cafe, Destination - Factory outlet shopping.
Isle of Wight Zoo
Home of the Tiger Sanctuary & Lemurland for rare and endangered species inc. Tiger, Lions, Jaguar, and Leopard. also Lemurs, Monkeys, Birds and Reptiles and insects.
LA Bowl
Modern 22 lane tenpin bowling centre with computerised scoring. Also fast food diner, fully licensed bar and high-tech amusements. Upstairs is the balcony nightclub.
Lilliput Antique Doll and Toy Museum
One of Britain's finest collections of antique dolls, toys and unusual and rare playthings of bygone days. Over 2000 exhibits dating from circa 2000 B.C. to Circ. 1945.
Model Village
Beautiful Model Village depicting Godshill and Shanklin old villages as they were in yesteryear. Walk through the streets to enjoy model railways, miniature trees, people, boats and planes.
Mottistone Manor Garden (National Trust)
Peaceful gardens providing a setting for the Medieval and Elizabethan Manor House. Colourful herbaceous borders, shrubs and flowering fruit trees.
Needles Old Battery (National Trust)
Costal fort built 250ft above sea in 1862 to prevent French invasion. Original gun barrels, comprehensive exhibition and 200ft tunnel with spectacular views over the Needles rocks.
Needles Park
Set in heritage coastline, the park offers many attractions including Alum Bay Glass, Sweet Manufactory and spectacular chairlift to beach.
Oasis
Exciting range of candles, furnishings, crafts, wood carvings etc. from exotic locations around the world. Coffee shop.
Old Smithy
Former blacksmith's forge and cottage, landscaped garden in the shape of the island with models, grottos and aviaries. Tea and coffee shop. Herb cottage.
Osborne House (English Heritage)
Countryside retreat of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert, preserved much as it was when the Queen died here in 1901. Carriage rides through grounds.
Planet Ice
Ice rink open all year. Come and learn to skate or play ice hockey. Fully licensed bar and cafe.
Quay Arts Centre
Four galleries, Lice music including Jazz.  Cinema, Theatre, Comedy, children's events, workshops, crafts, studios and cafe in former waterside brewer's warehouses.
Robin Hill Country Park
Activities for all ages with three thrilling rides and great play areas. Woodland gardens and sculpture walk.
Rosemary Vineyard
Guided and unguided walks around Vineyard and Winery. Free wine tasting and cafe. Producers of wine, fruit juices liqueurs and ciders.
Seaview Wildlife Encounter
Activities for all ages with three thrilling rides and great play areas. Woodland gardens and sculpture walk.
Shanklin Chine
Historic gorge with dramatic waterfalls and nature trail. Heritage centre, PLUTO display, Victorian tea garden and shop.
Sir Max Aitken Museum
Come and explore an exciting world of maritime history, Discover on this guided tour a remarkable display of marine painting, nautical instruments and yachting memomorabilia.
St. Catherines Lighthouse
Situated at the Island's most southerly point, visitors are offered guided tours of the historic lighthouse which was built in 1840. On occasions ghost, smuggling and shipwreck tours.
Shipwreck Centre
Museum devoted to local maritime heritage, Shipwreck artefacts, ship models, diving equipment and costal history. Videos of underwater footage and lifeboat rescues.
Tracy's Tiny Homes
Doll's houses, accessories in 1/12 and 1/24 scale. Houses can come ready assembles, in kit form or flat packed. They sell everything for your dolls house needs for internal and external. Mail order service available.
Underwater Archaeology Centre
Dive into history and discover shipwrecks, sunken settlements and archaeology, with fun interactives, displays and video footage. Educational material available. Gift shop.
Ventnor Botanic Garden
22 acres of gardens where many rare and exotic species flourish in the equitable climate of the Undercliff. Visitor centre, Greenhouse, Exhibitions, Plant sales and Cafe.
Wight Llama Treks
Offering the unique and relaxing experience of walking with llamas in the beautiful countryside of the Island. Various treks available from 2.5 to 3.5 hours.
Wight Light Gallery
Landscapes of the island and beyond. Visit our gallery and shop for a stunning selection of island prints, art cards, posters, coasters, bookmarks, pottery, glassware and gifts.
World Tree Shore Bee
Historic watchtower with panoramic views provides curative crystals, fossils, gemstone jewellery, ancient ambers, mystic meteorites, wyrdstone runecrafted rings and readings.
Yarmouth Castle (English Heritage)
One of Henry VIII's coastal defences, completed in 1547 and situated on the waterfront at Yarmouth overlooking the Solent. The castle now houses a permanent coastal defence exhibition.
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