Janet's Guidebook
Sightseeing
Carisbrooke Castle
Castle HillSteeped in history, where King Charles I was once a prisoner.
Queen Victoria's holiday retreat in beautiful grounds with its own beach.
124 locals recommend
Osborne House Osborne House Estate
Queen Victoria's holiday retreat in beautiful grounds with its own beach.
Yarmouth Castle
Quay StreetOne on Henry Vlll's coastal fortresses.
Alum Bay Pebble Beach
Known for its multi coloured sandy cliff and chair lift.
Victoria coastal defence and secret rocket testing site.
31 locals recommend
The Needles Old Battery & New Battery
Victoria coastal defence and secret rocket testing site.
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Main RoadRun by volunteers, heritage steam railway.
Bembridge Harbour
Embankment RoadLovely harbour, beaches and village with lots of places to eat.
Food Scene
Beautiful location next to the sea with breath taking sunsets serving real ales and others.
29 locals recommend
The Waterfront
Madeira RoadBeautiful location next to the sea with breath taking sunsets serving real ales and others.
The Red Lion
Church PlaceLocal pub and grub close to the Causeway walk to Yarmouth.
Highdown Inn
Moons HillLocal pub with real ales within easy reach of the Tennyson Trail.
The Bugle Coaching Inn
Local pub and restaurant
On The Rocks
Bridge RoadHot stone experience.
Wheatsheaf Inn
Bridge RoadPub and restaurant.
Salty's
Quay StreetPredominantly fish restaurant.
The George Hotel
Quay StreetHotel dining, on the waters edge.
The Blue Crab
High StreetTake a way fish and chips.
The Gossips Cafe
Right next to Yarmouth Pier.
The Spyglass Inn
EsplanadeOverlooking Ventnor beach.
The Reef
EsplanadeOpposite the beautiful sandy Sandown beach.
The Bandstand Restaurant
39 Culver ParadeStunning views of the beach and downs.
The Crab and Lobster Inn
32 Forelands Field RdTraditional seaside restaurant.
Walking distance to beach, opposite the only thatched church on the island.
32 locals recommend
Piano Cafe
Gate LaneWalking distance to beach, opposite the only thatched church on the island.
JAFFRAN Indian Restaurant And Takeaway
45 School Green RoadRecently ate here, service and food was excellent.
Nature
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
A must for animal lovers.
Isle of Wight Zoo
Yaverland RoadSmall but perfect.
Amazon World Zoo
Watery LaneUnusual and rare exotic animals.
West Wight Alpacas & Llamas
Main RoadTake a walk with these amazing animals.
Butterfly World IOW
Staplers RoadSee these beautiful creatures flying freely.
Britain's first purpose built dinosaur museum. Showcasing the island's diverse geology.
35 locals recommend
Dinosaur Isle
Culver ParadeBritain's first purpose built dinosaur museum. Showcasing the island's diverse geology.
Neighbourhoods
Quaint, historical, harbour town with its own beach, tidal river, castle, bespoke shops and various eateries. Easily accessed by bus, car, cycling or walking from Totland Bay (either by Fort Victoria Country Park or the Causeway)
14 locals recommend
Yarmouth Harbour
The QuayQuaint, historical, harbour town with its own beach, tidal river, castle, bespoke shops and various eateries. Easily accessed by bus, car, cycling or walking from Totland Bay (either by Fort Victoria Country Park or the Causeway)
Sport
Freshwater Bay Golf Club
Afton RoadStunning views across the island.
West Wight Sports & Community Centre
Moa PlPool, gym and cafe.
The Heights Leisure Centre
BroadwayGym, pool and various classes.
Traveler advice
Getting around
Southern Vectis
Local bus service providing links across the island. Rover and freedom bus tickets available.