Family Attractions
Isle of Wight Steam Railway
The award-winning Isle of Wight Steam Railway will engage, inspire and excite the entire family. The sight of powerful majestic steam engines, the charm of quiet rural stations, and the friendliness of traditionally uniformed staff, will leave you with some enduring memories.
Take a ride behind one of our vintage steam locomotives for a special journey back in time. Breathe in the evocative smells of a real steam railway, while your eyes and ears thrill to the puffing and hissing of the steam engine. Settle back in beautifully restored Victorian and Edwardian carriages and enjoy a unique view of some of the Island’s unspoilt countryside or hop off at one of our stations and just watch the trains go by!
At busier times special events are held including a ‘Day Out With Thomas’, Santa Specials, Wizard Week, music events, Wine and Real Ale Festivals, and a Steam and Country Summer Show! More about the Isle of Wight Steam Railway...
Blackgang Chine
Set in 40 acres of cliff-top gardens. Visit a Haunted Mansion, an exciting cliff-hanging roller coaster, Dinosaurland & Sleeping Beauty’s Castle. Try the High Speed Water-Shoot Ride!
Visit Rumpus Mansion, the Wild West Town, Dinosaurland, Nurseryland, Sleeping Beauty's Castle, a Maze, the Gardens, a Smugglers Ship, a Pirate Adventure Fort and Animated Indoor Shows - so much to see and do!
Don't miss WaterForce - the Ultimate High Speed Boat Ride! Over 300ft of pure exhilaration and adrenaline at speeds of up to 40km/hr. Dare you Take The Plunge? In addition there are two award winning heritage attractions - St. Catherine's Quay and Blackgang Sawmill. More about Blackgang Chine...
Robin Hill Adventure Park
Visit the fascinating Robin Hill Adventure Park, with attractions that include “Colossus”, a 44 seat swing boat ride, Tree Top Trail, a motion cinema, new daily falconry shows, new woodland gardens, and 400 metre Toboggan Ride (extra cost).
Reach new heights as you 'ride the waves' aboard Collossus, the giant galleon, bomb down the 400 metre Toboggan Run, follow the Tree Top Trail, or visit Troll Island, the Snake Slides or the award-winning time machine motion theatre. Tree House Coffee Shop, Valley Café and ice cream outlets. More about Robin Hill...
The Needles Park
Situated at the most westerly point on the Island, The Needles Park is in an area of outstanding natural beauty. With attractions for everyone at the Island's most famous landmark, including the spectacular chairlift, the Park provides fun for ALL the family.
There's breathtaking scenery to be enjoyed on from the chairlift, giving marvellous views of the natural coloured sand cliffs of Alum Bay. Visit the famous sand shop and create your own souvenirs. Take a boat trip for a close view of the dramatic Needles Rocks and Lighthouse.
There will also be "Magic in the Skies" spectacular Firework Finale every Thursday evening from late July to late August, a great way to end a great day out.
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Isle of Wight Zoo & Tiger Sanctuary
Home to as many as 20 tigers, a mix of Bengal, Siberian & Chinese- blooded tigers, each with their own distinctive personality. All the animals are housed in a wide variety of naturalistic enclosures that encourage them to display their natural behaviours.
Look out for the tv stars 'Zena' & 'Diamond' and the Lions, Jaguars, Lemurs and Monkeys. More on the Isle of Wight Zoo...
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