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65°F 18°C
50°F 10°C
Jul
69°F 20°C
53°F 11°C
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69°F 20°C
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64°F 17°C
49°F 9°C
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57°F 13°C
45°F 7°C
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Isle of Wight Steam Railway
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
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Ranked #21 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 72 reviews

The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is a really great day out. The locomotives are beautiful and the countryside matches. The train ride takes about an hour and you can ride as many... more »

Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Distance  4.0 miles from city centre
Rosemary Vineyard, Ryde
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Ranked #22 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 29 reviews
One of Britain's largest vineyards.
Attraction type  Wineries
Distance  6.3 miles from city centre
Dinosaur Isle, Sandown
Dinosaur Isle
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Ranked #23 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 49 reviews
Owner description: In a spectacular pterosaur shaped building watching over Sandown’s blue flag beach is Britain’s first purpose built dinosaur... more » Owner description: In a spectacular pterosaur shaped building watching over Sandown’s blue flag beach is Britain’s first purpose built dinosaur museum. Walk back through fossilised time to the period of the dinosaurs where you will find amongst the fossils many interactive displays. On a recreated landscape enhanced by sights, smells and sounds you will meet life sized dinosaurs including our animatronic Neovenator. Guided fossil hunts (which must be pre-booked) have proved to be a popular addition to a visit. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums; History Museums
Distance  6.9 miles from city centre
St Catherine's Lighthouse, Niton
St Catherine's Lighthouse
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Ranked #24 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Lighthouses
Distance  6.4 miles from city centre
Warren Farm
Warren Farm
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Ranked #25 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Farms
Yarmouth Castle, Yarmouth
Yarmouth Castle
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Ranked #26 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4.5 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  9.1 miles from city centre
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Ventnor
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
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Ranked #27 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Distance  6.9 miles from city centre
The Garlic Farm, Sandown
The Garlic Farm
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Ranked #28 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Owner description: The Garlic Farm is all about garlic...We've been growing garlic on the Isle of Wight for over 30 years now and are the UK's... more » Owner description: The Garlic Farm is all about garlic...We've been growing garlic on the Isle of Wight for over 30 years now and are the UK's largest specialist garlic grower. We are proud of our exceptional quality garlic which is renowned for its flavour, keeping quality and beauty. You only have to try our latest crop to see what we mean. We sell our garlic through our farm shop, farmers' markets, our website and through specialist food retailers across the UK including farm shops and delicatessens. Our garlic is not available in supermarkets. We welcome visitors to our farm shop and cafe on the Isle of Wight. « less
Attraction type  Farms
Amazon World Zoo Park, Sandown
Amazon World Zoo Park
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Ranked #29 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 80 reviews
This all-weather recreation of the Amazon rainforest houses over 200 species of animals and birds.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  3.7 miles from city centre
The Needles
The Needles
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Ranked #30 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 56 reviews

Walk over Tennyson Down from Freshwater Bay to get the best of the views, don't forget the camera for great shots of the 'Back o' the Wight' and the Needles themselves.  At the... more »

Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Distance  11.7 miles from city centre
Butterfly World and Fountain World
Butterfly World and Fountain World
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Ranked #31 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Butterflies flit among the exotic plants in a humid glasshouse.
Attraction type  Gardens; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  1.9 miles from city centre
Appuldurcombe Gardens Holiday Park, Wroxall
Appuldurcombe Gardens Holiday Park
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Ranked #32 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 16 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  4.8 miles from city centre
The Classic Boat Museum, Newport
The Classic Boat Museum
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Ranked #33 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: The Museum houses a unique collection of historic small craft and memorabilia that have been brought together to form a... more » Owner description: The Museum houses a unique collection of historic small craft and memorabilia that have been brought together to form a fascinating exhibition. Covering many aspects of maritime heritage over the past century or so, our displays relate to boatbuilding, sailing, yachting, cruising, racing, and much more. All exhibits are under cover and on one ground floor level. Free adjacent parking. Refreshments. Shop. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  1.3 miles from city centre
Mottistone Manor Garden, Brighstone
Mottistone Manor Garden
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Ranked #34 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Dinosaur Expeditions Cooperative
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Ranked #35 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: The Isle of Wight Dinosaur Expeditions Cooperative provides fossil hunts at a variety of locations on the Isle of Wight, led... more » Owner description: The Isle of Wight Dinosaur Expeditions Cooperative provides fossil hunts at a variety of locations on the Isle of Wight, led by experienced professional guides. The Cooperative pools the knowledge talents and experience of three Fossil Hunt leaders. This helps to ensure that we can provide a professional quality experience for all our customers.Are you mad about Dinosaurs and other fossils? If you are join us on an amazing Fossil Hunting Adventure!Discover your own fossils and keep all your finds. Phone, email or check our website for dates of planned trips. « less
Attraction type  Tours; Educational Sites
Distance  1.6 miles from city centre
Fort Victoria Marine Aquarium
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Ranked #36 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
This aquarium features the odd sea characters that live in the local waters.
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  10.0 miles from city centre
Arreton Old Village, Arreton
Arreton Old Village
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Ranked #37 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Brighstone Forest
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Ranked #38 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Owner description: Brighstone is the largest forest on the Island of Wight, which offers spectacular views of the coastline and many outdoor... more » Owner description: Brighstone is the largest forest on the Island of Wight, which offers spectacular views of the coastline and many outdoor activities including biking, horseback riding and hiking. « less
Attraction type  Forests
Distance  76.6 miles from city centre
Island Paintballing, Ryde
Ranked #39 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Sports Camps/ Clinics
Browns Family Golf, Sandown
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Ranked #40 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  7.2 miles from city centre
Sir Max Aitken Museum, Cowes
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Ranked #41 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  5.9 miles from city centre
Lilliputput Museum of Antique Dolls & Toys
Ranked #42 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Newport-Cowes Trail
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Ranked #43 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Biking Trails
Distance  6.2 miles from city centre
Dinosaur Farm Museum, Chale
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Ranked #44 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  5.1 miles from city centre
Colemans Animal Farm
Colemans Animal Farm
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Ranked #45 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Farms
Distance  3.5 miles from city centre
Waltzing Waters Isle of Wight, Ryde
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Ranked #46 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Appuldurcombe Farm, Wroxall
Appuldurcombe Farm
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Ranked #47 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings; Other
Peter Pan's Funfair & Amusements, Ryde
Ranked #48 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Planet Ice Arena, Ryde
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Ranked #49 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  6.0 miles from city centre
Donald McGill Archive & Museum, Ryde
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Ranked #50 of 60 Attractions in Isle of Wight
3.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Our museum pays homage to Donald McGill, who spent his life creating comic artworks for the then thriving postcard industry.... more » Owner description: Our museum pays homage to Donald McGill, who spent his life creating comic artworks for the then thriving postcard industry. Donald created over 12,000 postcards from 1904 till his death in 1962.You will find that Donald's Cards will depict anything and everyone, his watchful eye never missed a humorous situation as he witnessed the years as they rolled through the 20th century. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  6.9 miles from city centre
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