Day Trips
A quick glimpse at this website should convince you that you and your family can enjoy a wonderful day out on the Isle of Wight. There are the world famous coloured cliffs at The Needles of course, as well as a steam railway, a magnificent zoo park and even Dinosaur Isle. With over 60 perennially popular tourist attractions we could go on and on – and we’re sure your children would love to do just that.
Save some energy though – there’s also mile after mile of unspoilt heritage coastline to stroll along as well as picturesque villages and historic towns to explore. Add the fun of a ferry crossing and it’s the ideal formula for a great family escape.
Our offers will help make the Island even more enticing. We’ve negotiated special deals on all the attractions listed, so a break from home won’t break the bank. Prices shown are for a car and up to 4 people and include day return ferry travel from either Portsmouth or Lymington plus entrance to one of the attractions.
Browse these pages and you’ll see a selection of just a few of the sights on the Island. Each description includes other places of interest nearby as well as the low down on local restaurants, pubs and cafés. So come over soon and experience some Wight magic.
Pick a section below to start planning your day out!
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Brickfields Horse Country
Fun for all the family. Shire horses, miniature shetland ponies, donkeys, farm animals and pets. Working blacksmith’s forge and a unique carriage
collection. Enjoy a tractor ride to Porkers Paradise to watch the pig racing (high season only). Riding lessons. Cafeteria and bar. Gift and saddlery shop.
IN THE AREA: Steam Railway, Rosemary Vineyard & Sharon Orchard.
Michelangelo Italian Restaurant, Ryde, 811966.
The White Hart, Havenstreet, 883485.
OPENING TIMES AND SPECIAL EVENTS: Open all year 7 days a week 10am-5pm. Closed 25 & 26, December 2008.
CONTACT: Tel: 01983 566801 www.brickfields.net
Mon & Fri: £56.50
Other days: £54.50
Extra Adult: £13.40
Extra Child: £8.70
Amazon World
The largest collection of exotic animals on the Island. Anteaters, penguins, otters, flamingos, toucans, monkeys and more. Falconry displays, animal talks and events. Adventure playground, shops and café, plus Tomb of the Ancient Gods and The Lost Temple of the Inca Sun God. Suitable for all ages. Full access for disabled visitors - wheelchairs and mobility scooters available.
IN THE AREA: Arreton Barns, Arreton Manor, Garlic Farm & Robin Hill.
La Scala, Sandown, 403778.
The Dairyman’s Daughter, Arreton, 539361, The White Lion, Arreton, 528479.
The Old Smithy Coffee Shop, Godshill, 840364.
OPENING TIMES AND SPECIAL EVENTS: Open all year from 10am. Closed 25 Dec.
CONTACT: Tel: 01983 867122 www.amazonworld.co.uk
Mon & Fri: £63.50
Other days: £61.50
Extra Adult: £12.90
Extra Child: £9.70
Notes:
All fares are subject to availability. Promotional & Standard Terms & conditions apply. Vehicle inclusive attraction packages are valid for travel before 0545 and after 0925 Monday to Friday and anytime Saturday or Sunday, with the following exclusions; 4, 5, 11 & 12 April; 23 & 24 May; 12, 13 & 16 June; 4, 5 & 8 September and on Fridays 25 July to 29 August between 0955 and 2025 and on Saturdays 26 July to 30 August between 0955 and 1625.
All opening times were correct at time of going to press (March 2008), but may change. Please check with the attraction prior to travel. Triplelink tickets are available on all Stagecoach South services serving Portsmouth. Supplements may apply for special events, please check prior to travel. We reserve the right to alter any of the information contained in this leaflet without notice. E&OE.
If dialling from the mainland or your mobile, please remember to include the prefix ‘01983’ for all Island-based attractions.
Please call Wightlink Reservations on 0871 376 4342 to book your day trip to the Isle of Wight, and not the attraction direct.
In the event that you purchase a ticket from us for, or to the extent your journey incorporates, travel on another mode of transport, such travel will be subject to the regulations and conditions of carriage of the carrier or carriers involved. Wightlink Limited shall issue any ticket issued for or used on such other transport as agents only for the carrier or carriers concerned. We cannot accept responsibility for the performance of other operators on services not provided by Wightlink.