HoverExplore Isle of Wight

If you are looking for things to do on your Isle of Wight trip, there is a great variety of sights, entertainment and activities to suit all ages and preferences. From wildlife adventures to historical manors, theme parks to The Needles you'll be spoilt for choice.

Whilst you won't be able to explore the Isle of Wight's best-kept secrets in one day, you can always extend your Isle of Wight trip and stay on the Island or visit another time.

For a great day trip to the Isle of Wight, we have some handy suggestions. Our Isle of Wight ferry service can get you to Ryde in under 10 minutes, take a look at our timetable here. Our offers page has lots of Isle of Wight ferry deals so be sure to take a look if you want to get the best deal!

If you are travelling to the Isle of Wight from London via train our H1 hoverbus connects Portsmouth Rail Stations to our Southsea terminal making your journey easy and convenient.

Download our Hover Explore brochure for more inspiration for things to do on the Isle of Wight.

Attractions Isle of Wight

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Visit the Victorian splendour of Queen Victoria’s family home our combo deal includes your day return flight and entry.

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Isle of Wight Steam Railway

An exciting day out at Britain’s Heritage Railway. Combo deal includes day return flight, Island Line and Steam Railway entry.

Tapnell Farm Park

Visit one of the Island’s top family attractions, combo deal includes day return flight, Southern Vectis transport and entrance.

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Robin Hill Adventure Park

Enjoy a whole day out, set in 88 acres of beautiful countryside. Combo deal includes return flight, Southern Vectis bus and entry.

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Carisbrooke Castle

Visit the Isle of Wight's historic hilltop fortress, our combo deal includes your day return flight, Southern Vectis bus and entry.

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Visit Dinosaur Isle in the beautiful Sandown Bay, your great value Combo Deal includes includes your day return flight and entry.

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Wildheart Animal Sanctuary

Visit Wildheart Animal Sanctuary get 20% off entry with a valid Hovertravel flight ticket.

Blackgang Chine

The oldest theme park in the UK, filled with magical theme worlds. Combo deal includes day return flight and Blackgang Chine entry.

Discover gardens, forts, a windmill, a National Nature Reserve, and 17 miles of coastline and over 5000 acres of countryside.

Explore the abbey, gardens and grounds, visit the abbey built in 1907 and sample some local produce in the café.

Events Isle of Wight

Royal Isle of Wight County Show

From 12th and 13th July 2025. It’s 37 acres of entertainment – from adorable animals to exciting events and hands-on activities.

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Isle of Wight Pride

Isle of Wight Pride is back on 19th July 2025, enjoy the parade and Community Village a short walk from our Ryde terminal.

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Ventnor Fringe Festival

The Isle of Wight’s award-winning art festival is back from 18th to 27th July. Enjoy over a hundred spectacular performances!

Visit Cowes Week one of the oldest and most respected sailing regattas in the world from 2nd to 8th August 2025.

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The Garlic Festival

From 16th to 17th August 2025! You’ll find all things garlic: ice-cream, popcorn, fudge, biscuits, sweetcorn, mushrooms and more.

Isle of Wight Walking Festival

Join the Isle of Wight Autumn Walking Festival from 4th to 12th October 2025, a must for all walking enthusiasts.

Join the annual Mountbatten hospice charity walk taking in 26.5 miles of the beautiful Isle of Wight, on Sunday 10th May 2026.

Isle of Wight Festival

Don't miss out on a weekend of music with your family and friends, book the fastest way for you to reach your weekend of music.

Places to Eat & Drink Isle of Wight

Isle of Wight Distillery

Visit the distillery, enjoy a Mermaid & Tonic overlooking the vineyard. FREE Island Spirit Tasting Board just show your flight ticket.

Enjoy our Hover & Fish and Chips Deal at The Codfather, located on Ryde Esplanade a short walk from our Ryde terminal.

The Seaview Hotel

Enjoy our Fly & Dine Lunch Meal Deal at The Seaview Hotel, located in a picturesque sailing village, on the north-east of the Isle of Wight.

Briddlesford Farm

Milking their herd of Guernsey cows since 1923, showcasing the best Island produce in their farm shop and The Bluebells Café.

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The Garlic Farm

Enjoy a delicious meal in the restaurant and sample the amazing flavours of local, freshly prepared meals full of garlicky inspiration.

Things to do on the Isle of Wight

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Isle of Wight Walking

With over 500 miles of footpaths to explore and stunning scenery on the coast the Isle of Wight is a walkers' paradise.

Isle of Wight Cycling

Isle of Wight Cycling

If you are looking for a cycling adventure the Isle of Wight boasts 200 miles of cycle routes and some of the best scenery in the UK!

Things to do Ryde Isle of Wight

Visit Ryde Isle of Wight, just 10 minutes from Portsmouth, Southsea on the world’s favourite passenger hovercraft service.

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Discover the Isle of Wight by bus

Southern Vectis buses operate across the Island, including seasonal open-top routes just a short walk from our Ryde terminal.

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