The South East of the Island’s beautiful scenery, rugged cliffs, extraordinary range of sub-tropical plant life and golden sand beaches of Shanklin and Sandown have made this area the most popular choice for visitors to the Isle of Wight.

There area has a truly Mediterranean feel and records the highest temperatures and sunshine records annually.

Main Towns

• Sandown
• Shanklin
• Ventnor

  Sandown is famous for its golden sands and sheltered waters making it a firm favourite with families seeking a traditional seaside holiday. Today’s visitor can enjoy the splendid pier with its fun fair attractions, Dinosaur Isle Museum and Tiger Sanctuary.

Key Attractions

• Sandy Beach
• Promenade
• Dinosaur Isle Museum
• Isle of Wight Zoo and Tiger Sanctuary

Nearby

• Amazon World
• Isle of Wight Waxworks
• Brading Roman Villa
• Beaches at Lake

Activities

• Coastal Path Walks
• Off Road Cycling Trails start near the Station
• Pedaloes
• Sailing
• Kitesurfing
• Windsurfing
• Pitch and Putt
• Beach Soccer

Events

• May - Isle of Wight Walking Festival
• July -Carnival
• August - Illuminated Carnival
• October - White Air Extreme Sports Festival
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Tourist Information
The tourist information centre is located in the High Street and open all year (reduced hours during Winter).

  An impressive beach, enhanced by a dramatic cliff line. This picturesque Old Village has many thatched cottages and traditional tea rooms, whilst the esplanade offers a wide range of attractions. The beautiful Shanklin Chine is home to remarkable array of rare plants, woodland and wildlife.

Key Attractions

• Shanklin Chine
• Old Village
• Sandy Beach with Beach Huts
• Esplanade

Nearby

• Godshill Model Village and Tearooms
• Old Smithy

Activities

• Esplanade Walks
• Coastal Path
• Watersports
• Crazy Golf
• Safe Bathing

Events

• May - Isle of Wight Walking Festival
• Whitsun Bank Holiday - Rowing Regatta
• Early August - Carnival, Town Regatta & Fireworks
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Tourist Information
The tourist information centre is located In the High Street and open all year (Closed on Sundays during the winter).

  Once a Victorian spa town, the elegant resort of Ventnor enjoys an idllic location on the Southern tip of the Island, nestling beneath the cliffs of St Boniface Down. The sheltered beach runs the full length of the bay, with a smart promenade including a Victorian style bandstand.

Key Attractions

• World Famous Botanic Gardens
• Sheltered Beach
• Seafront Promenade
• Restaurants

Activities

• Promenade Walks
• Shopping

Events

• May - Isle of Wight Walking Festival
• 3rd Week in August - Carnival Week
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Tourist Information
The tourist information centre is located In Salisbury Gardens, Dudley Road and is open all year.