When visiting the Island, you can expect scenic beauty, historic landmarks, and idyllic coastline. Explore miles of walking trails and cycle paths connecting the biodiverse landscape with charming villages and towns. 

There are many outdoor activities to try, from surfing and sailing to horse riding and tree climbing. And for those looking for a little R&R, there’s an abundance of excellent restaurants and tasty cafes to while away the hours, a good range of independent shops to browse, great local produce for a taste of the Island and over 25 beaches for relaxing with the sounds of the sea. 

Best family holiday destination!

As a family-friendly travel destination, the Island has over 50 attractions suited to all ages and interests, from animal sanctuaries and farm parks to the UK’s oldest theme park and more!  

We offer a variety of attraction + ferry packages saving you money but maximising the fun for all the family. 

Save up to 25% on attraction tickets + 15% on ferry travel when booked together through Red Funnel Holidays. 

The Island is surrounded by beautiful coastline, so a day at the beach is a must! There are over 25 beaches to explore, you can build sandcastles at Appley, Sandown or Shanklin. Go rockpooling at Freshwater Bay or hunt for fossils at Compton Bay or Yaverland. For the ultimate R&R, head to Totland Bay, also perfect for paddle boarding. 

We’ve curated several family-friendly itineraries to suit all budgets to get your planning started, along with suggestions for what to do with teenagers on the Isle of Wight. 

To help plan your travel, choose your accommodation, and plan your activities, we’ve put together this comprehensive guide to booking your Isle of Wight holiday.

Isle of Wight Holiday Parks offer good value and a range of onsite facilities like play parks, swimming pools, woodland walks and evening entertainment – Whitecliff Bay, The Orchard’s Holiday Park, Waverly Park Holiday Centre, Cheverton Copse Holiday Park and Appuldurcombe Gardens Holiday Park are all award-winning sites on the Isle of Wight. 

For a unique stay, Tiny Home Holidays, Retro Staycations and Wight Classics Glamping offer stylish yet practical accommodation and all on the same site, meaning you can be together – but separate. 

And for a very large group, Art Deco House sleeping up to 16 people is worth a look. Or perhaps a self-catering holiday cottage or apartment is more what you’re after.  

Save 25% on Isle of Wight ferry travel when you book your accommodation and ferry together through Red Funnel Holidays. 

Pitch up and save with a great value Isle of Wight camping and touring holiday. Prices start from just £129 and includes ferry travel, pitch fees and electric hook-up as part of the package.

Sail over with a car and tent, motorhome, campervan or car with a trailer tent or towed caravan and choose from a 3, 5 or 10-night stay at one of four picturesque parks - Appuldurcombe Gardens, Orchards Holiday Park, Waverley Park and Whitefield Forest – each one nestled in countryside and ideally located for exploring the Island. 

• 3-Night breaks start from just £129
• 5-Night breaks start from £180
• 10-Night breaks start from £323

The Camping & Touring package includes a grass pitch with electric hook-up and return vehicle ferry travel from Southampton + 4 people (and 2 dogs).

Bring the dog too…

Affectionately nicknamed “The Isle of Woof”, the Island is probably THE most dog friendly place in the UK. There are so many exciting things to do, see, sniff and explore with your four-legged friend, from long walks in the country and swimming in the sea to dog-friendly places to stay, eat and visit. Discover a dog-friendly home from home on the Isle of Wight, a destination where no one needs to stay at home.

The ultimate dog-friendly hotel, Luccombe Manor is a must stay for those visiting with dogs, however the Isle of Wight offers an amazing range of cosy rural cottages and coastal cottages by the sea – and you’ll find most of these are dog friendly. There are plenty of dog-friendly accommodation options available, marked on our website with a paw print. There are plenty of dog-friendly accommodation options available, marked on our website with a paw print. 

For recommendations for walks, places to eat and dog-friendly things to do, see our Isle of Woof Guide! 

Just a one-hour sail from Southampton, we've been carrying visitors safely to the Island for over 160 years. When you book your Isle of Wight ferry travel and accommodation together with us, you’ll save 25% on ferry travel whatever the time of year.  Whether you’re looking for a dog-friendly getaway, an Isle of Wight family holiday or a little touch of luxury at an Isle of Wight hotel, there are plenty of accommodation options to choose from. Sail across with a car and up to seven passengers and enjoy plenty of leg room, panoramic sea views and unlimited luggage allowance when you take the ferry to the Isle of Wight. Dogs travel free with Red Funnel and are permitted on the outer decks and in the dedicated pet lounge on B deck.