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<\/a>How to get there<\/h2>\nThe Isle of Wight is the UK\u2019s largest island, and you can easily reach the island by ferry!
\nGoing to the island by boat is really simple and easy, and depending on which ferry you\u2019re on, it can be as quick as ten minutes! The longest time can go up to an hour, so bring some onboard entertainment.
\nThere can be up to 200 ferry crossings a day leaving from Portsmouth, Southampton and Lymington, and can arrive at 5 different ports on The Isle of Wight at Ryde, Cowes, Yarmouth, East Cowes, and Fishbourne.<\/p>\n
<\/a>Best areas to stay<\/h2>\nThe Isle of Wight is great for families, and there\u2019s plenty of great areas to stay too.<\/p>\n
\n- Newport<\/strong>
\nNewport<\/a> is a very popular town in the Isle of Wight, so you\u2019ll have everything you need on your doorstep on a family holiday here, plus it\u2019s the perfect spot for traveling to the other areas of the island too.<\/li>\n- Sandown\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSandown<\/a> is the perfect spot for a family getaway, because you\u2019ll be close to a lovely sandy beach, and you\u2019re near some of the best days out in the Isle of Wight too so you won\u2019t have to travel far.<\/li>\n- Shanklin\u00a0<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking to explore new places on your holiday, Shanklin<\/a> is the one for you! There are all sorts of hidden natural gems you can discover, and there\u2019s plenty of great walks to set off on too.<\/li>\n- Freshwater\u00a0<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for a coastal escape, then Freshwater<\/a> is definitely the place for you! You could stay right near the beach so you can paddle all day long, plus you\u2019re close to The Needles too for some incredible views.<\/li>\n- Ventnor<\/strong>
\nLooking to holiday like The Victorians did? Ventnor<\/a> is often known for having its very own climate, and can often feel unusually warm compared to the rest of the island. You\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re in a tropical paradise!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/a>Days Out in the Isle of Wight<\/h2>\nThe Isle of Wight is packed full of plenty of epic days out, and we\u2019ve rounded up 15 of the best days out in Isle of Wight for families to enjoy, from the oldest theme park in the UK to meeting adorable little monkeys, and you can even spend an afternoon climbing a tree too!<\/p>\n
\n- Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth<\/strong>
\nLooking for a place that really has it all? Tapnell Farm<\/a> in Yarmouth is packed full of plenty of great adventures, from go-karts and an Aqua Park to archery and axe throwing, and the best thing is you can even stay there too for the ultimate Isle of Wight staycation.<\/li>\n- Blackgang Chine, Chale\u00a0<\/strong>
\nBlackgang Chine<\/a> is the oldest theme park in the UK, and it still makes for a great day out! Explore the 6 Lands of Imagination, from Pirate Cove and Cowboy Town to the Underwater Kingdom and Restricted Area 5 (pst, it\u2019s got dinosaurs!), plus don\u2019t miss the thrilling rides and sides too!<\/li>\n- Monkey Haven, Newport<\/strong>\n
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Ready to release your inner monkey? Head down to Monkey Haven<\/a>, a great sanctuary full of, well, monkeys! From adorable squirrel monkeys and marmosets to impressive lar gibbons and cherry-crowned mangabeys, there\u2019s plenty of primates you can meet.<\/li>\n- Needles Park Sands Cliff, Alum Bay<\/strong>
\nOne of the Isle of Wight’s most iconic landmarks, you\u2019ll get to have a great view of The Needles<\/a> from the coastline. Once you\u2019ve taken in the incredible views, watch some gourmet sweets being made at the Sweet Manufactory, take a ride on the cable chairs, and loads more!<\/li>\n- Dinosaur Isle, Sandown\u00a0<\/strong>
\nGot mini dino fans? Step back in time at Dinosaur Isle<\/a>, where you\u2019ll get the chance to see over 1000 of the best fossils, animatronic displays, plus there\u2019s even a working laboratory you can peep into! You\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re really walking with the dinosaurs too, thanks to all sorts of special lights and sounds too.<\/li>\n- Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Wroxall<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for great animal days out, then look no further than the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary<\/a>! Meet the gentle rescued animals as they graze in the fields of their new home, plus you could even adopt a donkey to remember your trip!<\/li>\n- Butterfly and Fountain World, Wootton Bridge\u00a0<\/strong>
\nStep into the jungle at Butterfly and Fountain World<\/a>, where you\u2019ll become surrounded by hundreds of free-flying butterflies! See the beautiful insects as they flutter around in the air, and you\u2019ll even be able to see some sweet little caterpillars too, don\u2019t forget to keep your eyes peeled for any cocoons!<\/li>\n- Isle of Wight Zoo, Sandown<\/strong>
\nReady to meet some animals from around the world? Isle of Wight Zoo<\/a> is home to lots of endangered animals, from ferocious lions and stripey tigers to cheeky monkeys and meerkats, plus you can even see all your farmyard favourites, including goats and pigs too!<\/li>\n- Shanklin Beach, Newport<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for a day out by the sea, then Shanklin Beach<\/a> is definitely the spot for you! With golden sands and bright blue water, it’s the perfect spot to go for a paddle or to make some impressive sandcastles.<\/li>\n- Robin Hill Country Park, Newport<\/strong>
\nRobin Hill Country Park<\/a> has 88 acres of natural parkland for you to explore, with stunning woodlands, rolling countryside, and an incredible curated water garden. Explore the treetop canopy walkways and discover the epic adventure nets, plus you can even go on a toboggan ride!<\/li>\n- Shanklin Treasure Trail, Shanklin<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great way to explore the area, why not try out the Shanklin Treasure Trail<\/a>? Put your thinking hats on and head off on an epic adventure to find the hidden treasure at the end, all you have to do is find the clues!<\/li>\n- Ventnor Botanic Gardens, Ventnor\u00a0<\/strong>
\nExplore over 23 acres of beautiful space at Ventnor Botanic Gardens<\/a>, with plenty of open spaces, subtropical plants and trees, and plenty of trails to head off on and explore. Check out the Lizard Safari too and see how many of the little reptiles you can spot along the way!<\/li>\n- Goodleaf Tree Climbing, Ryde\u00a0<\/strong>\n
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Up for an adventure? Head up high and go tree climbing at Goodleaf Tree Climbing<\/a>, a unique and fun family day out for everyone You\u2019ll get harnessed up, all before clambering up into the canopy and taking in a spectacular birds-eye view, it\u2019s the perfect day out if you\u2019re looking for a mini thrill!<\/li>\n- Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ryde\u00a0<\/strong>
\nWhat better way to discover the Isle of Wight than by steam train? Covering over 5 miles of the island, jump on board the Isle of Wight Steam Railway<\/a> and take in the beautiful views, plus you can hop off and explore the villages along the way, and there\u2019s even a great outdoor adventure play area to let loose in.<\/li>\n- Carisbrooke Castle, Newport\u00a0<\/strong>
\nFeel like royalty at Carisbrooke Castle<\/a>, a magnificent castle packed full of interesting history, and donkeys! See the infamous place where King Charles I was imprisoned, and say hello to the resident donkeys and learn all about how they played a very important part in the history of the castle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/a>Top Tips<\/h2>\n<\/p>\n
Come prepared for all weathers too, because lots of people talk about the Isle of Wight having its own microclimate, so come armed with sunscreen, sunhats, and waterproof coats too.
\nDon\u2019t forget to check the ferry times in advance too to make sure you\u2019re not ending up stranded!<\/p>\n
Found this staycation guide helpful? Don\u2019t forget to check out some of our others in this series, and if you\u2019ve got a UK holiday planned this year, let us know where you\u2019re going and we might even cover it!<\/p>\n
Cornwall Staycation Guide<\/a> | Devon Staycation Guide<\/a> | Best beaches<\/a> | Seaside awards\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Our Ultimate Guide To Family Holidays in Isle of Wight<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":29,"featured_media":3487,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[142,405],"tags":[],"thb-sponsors":[],"class_list":["post-3486","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-things-to-do","category-tourist-attractions"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3486","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/29"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=3486"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/3486\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/3487"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=3486"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=3486"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=3486"},{"taxonomy":"thb-sponsors","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.dayoutwiththekids.co.uk/hub\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/thb-sponsors?post=3486"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
\nGoing to the island by boat is really simple and easy, and depending on which ferry you\u2019re on, it can be as quick as ten minutes! The longest time can go up to an hour, so bring some onboard entertainment.
\nThere can be up to 200 ferry crossings a day leaving from Portsmouth, Southampton and Lymington, and can arrive at 5 different ports on The Isle of Wight at Ryde, Cowes, Yarmouth, East Cowes, and Fishbourne.<\/p>\n
The Isle of Wight is great for families, and there\u2019s plenty of great areas to stay too.<\/p>\n
- \n
- Newport<\/strong>
\nNewport<\/a> is a very popular town in the Isle of Wight, so you\u2019ll have everything you need on your doorstep on a family holiday here, plus it\u2019s the perfect spot for traveling to the other areas of the island too.<\/li>\n- Sandown\u00a0<\/strong>
\nSandown<\/a> is the perfect spot for a family getaway, because you\u2019ll be close to a lovely sandy beach, and you\u2019re near some of the best days out in the Isle of Wight too so you won\u2019t have to travel far.<\/li>\n- Shanklin\u00a0<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking to explore new places on your holiday, Shanklin<\/a> is the one for you! There are all sorts of hidden natural gems you can discover, and there\u2019s plenty of great walks to set off on too.<\/li>\n- Freshwater\u00a0<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for a coastal escape, then Freshwater<\/a> is definitely the place for you! You could stay right near the beach so you can paddle all day long, plus you\u2019re close to The Needles too for some incredible views.<\/li>\n- Ventnor<\/strong>
\nLooking to holiday like The Victorians did? Ventnor<\/a> is often known for having its very own climate, and can often feel unusually warm compared to the rest of the island. You\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re in a tropical paradise!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/a>Days Out in the Isle of Wight<\/h2>\n
The Isle of Wight is packed full of plenty of epic days out, and we\u2019ve rounded up 15 of the best days out in Isle of Wight for families to enjoy, from the oldest theme park in the UK to meeting adorable little monkeys, and you can even spend an afternoon climbing a tree too!<\/p>\n
- \n
- Tapnell Farm, Yarmouth<\/strong>
\nLooking for a place that really has it all? Tapnell Farm<\/a> in Yarmouth is packed full of plenty of great adventures, from go-karts and an Aqua Park to archery and axe throwing, and the best thing is you can even stay there too for the ultimate Isle of Wight staycation.<\/li>\n- Blackgang Chine, Chale\u00a0<\/strong>
\nBlackgang Chine<\/a> is the oldest theme park in the UK, and it still makes for a great day out! Explore the 6 Lands of Imagination, from Pirate Cove and Cowboy Town to the Underwater Kingdom and Restricted Area 5 (pst, it\u2019s got dinosaurs!), plus don\u2019t miss the thrilling rides and sides too!<\/li>\n- Monkey Haven, Newport<\/strong>\n
<\/p>\nReady to release your inner monkey? Head down to Monkey Haven<\/a>, a great sanctuary full of, well, monkeys! From adorable squirrel monkeys and marmosets to impressive lar gibbons and cherry-crowned mangabeys, there\u2019s plenty of primates you can meet.<\/li>\n
- Needles Park Sands Cliff, Alum Bay<\/strong>
\nOne of the Isle of Wight’s most iconic landmarks, you\u2019ll get to have a great view of The Needles<\/a> from the coastline. Once you\u2019ve taken in the incredible views, watch some gourmet sweets being made at the Sweet Manufactory, take a ride on the cable chairs, and loads more!<\/li>\n- Dinosaur Isle, Sandown\u00a0<\/strong>
\nGot mini dino fans? Step back in time at Dinosaur Isle<\/a>, where you\u2019ll get the chance to see over 1000 of the best fossils, animatronic displays, plus there\u2019s even a working laboratory you can peep into! You\u2019ll feel like you\u2019re really walking with the dinosaurs too, thanks to all sorts of special lights and sounds too.<\/li>\n- Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary, Wroxall<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for great animal days out, then look no further than the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary<\/a>! Meet the gentle rescued animals as they graze in the fields of their new home, plus you could even adopt a donkey to remember your trip!<\/li>\n- Butterfly and Fountain World, Wootton Bridge\u00a0<\/strong>
\nStep into the jungle at Butterfly and Fountain World<\/a>, where you\u2019ll become surrounded by hundreds of free-flying butterflies! See the beautiful insects as they flutter around in the air, and you\u2019ll even be able to see some sweet little caterpillars too, don\u2019t forget to keep your eyes peeled for any cocoons!<\/li>\n- Isle of Wight Zoo, Sandown<\/strong>
\nReady to meet some animals from around the world? Isle of Wight Zoo<\/a> is home to lots of endangered animals, from ferocious lions and stripey tigers to cheeky monkeys and meerkats, plus you can even see all your farmyard favourites, including goats and pigs too!<\/li>\n- Shanklin Beach, Newport<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for a day out by the sea, then Shanklin Beach<\/a> is definitely the spot for you! With golden sands and bright blue water, it’s the perfect spot to go for a paddle or to make some impressive sandcastles.<\/li>\n- Robin Hill Country Park, Newport<\/strong>
\nRobin Hill Country Park<\/a> has 88 acres of natural parkland for you to explore, with stunning woodlands, rolling countryside, and an incredible curated water garden. Explore the treetop canopy walkways and discover the epic adventure nets, plus you can even go on a toboggan ride!<\/li>\n- Shanklin Treasure Trail, Shanklin<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re looking for a great way to explore the area, why not try out the Shanklin Treasure Trail<\/a>? Put your thinking hats on and head off on an epic adventure to find the hidden treasure at the end, all you have to do is find the clues!<\/li>\n- Ventnor Botanic Gardens, Ventnor\u00a0<\/strong>
\nExplore over 23 acres of beautiful space at Ventnor Botanic Gardens<\/a>, with plenty of open spaces, subtropical plants and trees, and plenty of trails to head off on and explore. Check out the Lizard Safari too and see how many of the little reptiles you can spot along the way!<\/li>\n- Goodleaf Tree Climbing, Ryde\u00a0<\/strong>\n
<\/p>\nUp for an adventure? Head up high and go tree climbing at Goodleaf Tree Climbing<\/a>, a unique and fun family day out for everyone You\u2019ll get harnessed up, all before clambering up into the canopy and taking in a spectacular birds-eye view, it\u2019s the perfect day out if you\u2019re looking for a mini thrill!<\/li>\n
- Isle of Wight Steam Railway, Ryde\u00a0<\/strong>
\nWhat better way to discover the Isle of Wight than by steam train? Covering over 5 miles of the island, jump on board the Isle of Wight Steam Railway<\/a> and take in the beautiful views, plus you can hop off and explore the villages along the way, and there\u2019s even a great outdoor adventure play area to let loose in.<\/li>\n- Carisbrooke Castle, Newport\u00a0<\/strong>
\nFeel like royalty at Carisbrooke Castle<\/a>, a magnificent castle packed full of interesting history, and donkeys! See the infamous place where King Charles I was imprisoned, and say hello to the resident donkeys and learn all about how they played a very important part in the history of the castle.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/a>Top Tips<\/h2>\n
<\/p>\nCome prepared for all weathers too, because lots of people talk about the Isle of Wight having its own microclimate, so come armed with sunscreen, sunhats, and waterproof coats too.
\nDon\u2019t forget to check the ferry times in advance too to make sure you\u2019re not ending up stranded!<\/p>\nFound this staycation guide helpful? Don\u2019t forget to check out some of our others in this series, and if you\u2019ve got a UK holiday planned this year, let us know where you\u2019re going and we might even cover it!<\/p>\n
Cornwall Staycation Guide<\/a> | Devon Staycation Guide<\/a> | Best beaches<\/a> | Seaside awards\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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- Blackgang Chine, Chale\u00a0<\/strong>
- Sandown\u00a0<\/strong>
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