Nicola’s Guide to the IOW
Sightseeing
All weather pier with indoor Adventure Golf and arcades etc. Come rain or shine there is always something for the family to do!
9 locals recommend
Sandown Pier
EsplanadeAll weather pier with indoor Adventure Golf and arcades etc. Come rain or shine there is always something for the family to do!
Stunning gorge with waterfalls and multicoloured lit walkways during the night.
54 locals recommend
Shanklin Chine
3 Chine AveStunning gorge with waterfalls and multicoloured lit walkways during the night.
The Needles, boasts not only its 3 rock formations, but spectacular views and a chair lift which takes you down to the multicoloured sand that lies beneath the cliff face which the Needles are notorious for. Make your way back up to the top and you can create your very own multicoloured sand figurine to take home ( prices apply). Other attractions including rides suitable for young children are all available at the entrance of the chair lift.
54 locals recommend
The Needles
The Needles, boasts not only its 3 rock formations, but spectacular views and a chair lift which takes you down to the multicoloured sand that lies beneath the cliff face which the Needles are notorious for. Make your way back up to the top and you can create your very own multicoloured sand figurine to take home ( prices apply). Other attractions including rides suitable for young children are all available at the entrance of the chair lift.
Quaint village with thatched cottages, tea rooms, model village, cider brewery and church
37 locals recommend
Godshill
Quaint village with thatched cottages, tea rooms, model village, cider brewery and church
Culver Down
The most beautiful walk / hike with stunning views
Look at the rock formation, known as the 'Needles' visit the multi-coloured sand beach via the chair lift (weather dependant), watch glass blowing and make sand sculptures. A couple of children's fair ground rides are available.
91 locals recommend
The Needles Landmark Attraction
Alum Bay New RoadLook at the rock formation, known as the 'Needles' visit the multi-coloured sand beach via the chair lift (weather dependant), watch glass blowing and make sand sculptures. A couple of children's fair ground rides are available.
Carisbrooke Castle
Castle HillCarisbrooke Castle
Castle HillFood scene
Caulkheads
42-44 Avenue RdFamily Friendly Pub. Offering good food at pub prices.
Little Dessert Shop Isle of Wight
9 Pier StWow... The best puds, ice creams and milkshakes you can imagine!
My favourite and a very reasonably priced eatery - serving Mediterranean food inc pizza's and pasta's in a very nice setting with outside table service offering magnificent views of the beach and sea.
12 locals recommend
The Reef
EsplanadeMy favourite and a very reasonably priced eatery - serving Mediterranean food inc pizza's and pasta's in a very nice setting with outside table service offering magnificent views of the beach and sea.
Bellamys Bistro
71 High StThe food is great, as are the couple that own it! A good reasonably priced meal!
Royal China
16 High StAmazing Chinese!! Slightly on the pricey side, but well worth it!!
The photo does not do this place justice!! A seriously awesome place on the beach to chill, eat, drink, have fun and watch the amazing sea views. Think Thailand and chill out and you will get this place's vibes immediately!!
8 locals recommend
DRIFTWOOD BEACH BAR
37 Culver ParadeThe photo does not do this place justice!! A seriously awesome place on the beach to chill, eat, drink, have fun and watch the amazing sea views. Think Thailand and chill out and you will get this place's vibes immediately!!
Probably the best food in the area!!! Gastro Pub prices and well worth the visit! Very cosy interior (perfect for winter months with open fireplace). During summer months, outdoor seating is available, however be prepared to be sat in what is ultimately a gated terrace off the car park.
15 locals recommend
The Yarbridge Inn.
Probably the best food in the area!!! Gastro Pub prices and well worth the visit! Very cosy interior (perfect for winter months with open fireplace). During summer months, outdoor seating is available, however be prepared to be sat in what is ultimately a gated terrace off the car park.
Reasonably priced good food with some lovely daily specials! Including freshly caught seafood
29 locals recommend
The Crab and Lobster Inn
32 Forelands Field RdReasonably priced good food with some lovely daily specials! Including freshly caught seafood
Your ultimate FRESH SEAFOOD establishment!! Fish & Shell Fish etc are brought in by the restaurants own fisherman every morning onto the floating restaurants docks. ENJOY!!!
24 locals recommend
The Best Dressed Crab Ltd
Embankment RoadYour ultimate FRESH SEAFOOD establishment!! Fish & Shell Fish etc are brought in by the restaurants own fisherman every morning onto the floating restaurants docks. ENJOY!!!
This place will serve you the most amazing curry! You can eat in as well as have food delivered. However... Eating in is not set in the most glamorous of settings and is small. But... If you're all about the food, this is the place to come!!!
Bay Leaf Indian Restaurant
17 Sandown RoadThis place will serve you the most amazing curry! You can eat in as well as have food delivered. However... Eating in is not set in the most glamorous of settings and is small. But... If you're all about the food, this is the place to come!!!
Great Thai Food! Eating in admittedly is like dining during the Tudor period, decor wise! Very olde wolde and very Un-Thai in looks. Clean though and offering great Thai food!!
6 locals recommend
Thai Mukda Restaurant
59 High StGreat Thai Food! Eating in admittedly is like dining during the Tudor period, decor wise! Very olde wolde and very Un-Thai in looks. Clean though and offering great Thai food!!
A beautiful place to dine with exceptional sea views and outdoor heating! The food can be a bit hit and miss, but is reasonable in value. Offering all family favourites and seafood.
12 locals recommend
The Waterfront Inn
19 EsplanadeA beautiful place to dine with exceptional sea views and outdoor heating! The food can be a bit hit and miss, but is reasonable in value. Offering all family favourites and seafood.
Very Smart venue that serves wonderful food inc a fab Sunday lunch. Offers often available on the website - The Price is Wight
Albert Cottage Hotel
York AvenueVery Smart venue that serves wonderful food inc a fab Sunday lunch. Offers often available on the website - The Price is Wight
Looking for a place to dine or have afternoon tea that is that little bit special? This is the place for you. Smart & Expensive
36 locals recommend
The Royal Hotel
Belgrave RoadLooking for a place to dine or have afternoon tea that is that little bit special? This is the place for you. Smart & Expensive
Pavarottis Restaurant
105 High StreetLovely Italian food, reasonably priced
McDonald's
Brading Road24 hr drive through & restaurant
KFC
A3056Restaurant & Drive Through
A fantastic breakfast with views of the sea to match. Vegetarians also catered for!
The Salix Beach Cafe
A fantastic breakfast with views of the sea to match. Vegetarians also catered for!
This lovely little cliff top cafe reminds me of a chalet in the mountains. One of my favourite places.
8 locals recommend
The Hideaway
Saint Boniface Cliff RoadThis lovely little cliff top cafe reminds me of a chalet in the mountains. One of my favourite places.
Worth a Visit
3 MINS WALK - 1 of top 5 SANDY beaches in the UK! Beach huts available for hire and water sports in summer months. Beach bars and restaurants line the sea front.
10 locals recommend
Sandown Beach
3 MINS WALK - 1 of top 5 SANDY beaches in the UK! Beach huts available for hire and water sports in summer months. Beach bars and restaurants line the sea front.
A picturesque cliff top town with some High Street shops and amenities. Shanklin Old Town is extremely pretty and quaint with thatched cottages, pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. 7 minute drive from the property.
25 locals recommend
Shanklin
A picturesque cliff top town with some High Street shops and amenities. Shanklin Old Town is extremely pretty and quaint with thatched cottages, pubs, restaurants and tea rooms. 7 minute drive from the property.
Our one and only sort of theme park on the island! Children from 2 to 10 years old will love it! Not really a teenagers scene!
122 locals recommend
Blackgang Chine
Our one and only sort of theme park on the island! Children from 2 to 10 years old will love it! Not really a teenagers scene!
A great place to take the kids to let off some steam! Robin Hill has a swinging ship ride, a maze, fantastic interactive displays, an awesome sky high trampolining and adventure course and some beautiful walks as well as speciality nights through out the summer and autumn months
11 locals recommend
Robin Hill station
A great place to take the kids to let off some steam! Robin Hill has a swinging ship ride, a maze, fantastic interactive displays, an awesome sky high trampolining and adventure course and some beautiful walks as well as speciality nights through out the summer and autumn months
A lovely afternoon out with the kids and DOGS (on leads)!
38 locals recommend
The Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary
A lovely afternoon out with the kids and DOGS (on leads)!
3 MIN WALK - Newly built - Inc - Go Karts, Fantastic state of the art Playground, Sky Nets (trampolining amongst the trees), skate park and football pitch as well as a wildlife Sanctuary and green spaces to picnic in.
8 locals recommend
Sandham Gardens
Culver Parade3 MIN WALK - Newly built - Inc - Go Karts, Fantastic state of the art Playground, Sky Nets (trampolining amongst the trees), skate park and football pitch as well as a wildlife Sanctuary and green spaces to picnic in.
The Garlic Farm Shop And Restaurant
Mersley LaneIt's all about garlic!!!
The Rock Shop
91-93 High StEvery possible sweet (inc USA sweets) imaginable!! Have Fun!!
Shanklin Beach
Luccombe RoadOsborne House Osborne House Estate
Queen Victoria's holiday home
Wight Karting
Brading RoadAn awesome day out for the whole family - Must book
Quaint isn't the word, with thatched cottages, lovely eateries and tea rooms along side artisan shops
14 locals recommend
Shanklin Old Village
A3055Quaint isn't the word, with thatched cottages, lovely eateries and tea rooms along side artisan shops
Different from your average zoo. Expect everything jungle & Exotic
43 locals recommend
Amazon World Zoo
Watery LaneDifferent from your average zoo. Expect everything jungle & Exotic
This zoo is big on rescuing animals from horrendous conditions. Expect lions & tigers etc. 10 min walk from property
54 locals recommend
Isle of Wight Zoo
Yaverland RoadThis zoo is big on rescuing animals from horrendous conditions. Expect lions & tigers etc. 10 min walk from property
Monkey Haven
Staplers RoadEvery monkey you can imagine as well as exotic birds
All in one place - arcade, ice cream parlour, indoor & outdoor crazy golf, fish & chips and sweet & souvenir shop.
Summer Arcade
EsplanadeAll in one place - arcade, ice cream parlour, indoor & outdoor crazy golf, fish & chips and sweet & souvenir shop.
Wight Water
After some water sports?? This is the place to visit!
Oasis - home furnishings
Carpenters RoadA wonderful artisan shop
Arreton Barns
Main RoadFarm shop, glass blowing, jewellery making, pottery & artisan shops
Late Night
The Tap
2 Avenue RdPub with live bands and all sporting events - Open until 1am. 2 min walk from property
Coburgs
70 Union StNight club open until late - Based in Ryde
Fever IOW
2 Coppins BridgeLargest Night Club on the island with flashing disco floor. Located in Newport
Slug & Lettuce Isle of Wight
23-26 High StreetBar & Night Club - Located in Newport
Winter Gardens
Pier StreetHosts different club nights throughout the year