Home > Über die Isle of Wight > Isle of Wight Towns & Villages > Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Ventnor

With its warm microclimate, Ventnor is one of Britain's most famous Victorian health resorts.

A wonderful suntrap, the part sand, part shingle beach is great for sunbathing and swimming. With pubs and cafes dotted along the seafront, refreshments are never far away. Or head up to the town, which built on a series of zigzag terraces is steeped with history.

Housed in charming Victorian buildings, Ventnor's friendly pubs and restaurants are a relaxing place for a meal or a beer from Ventnor's very own brewery. Take time out to shop for souvenirs or antiques. Then enjoy some peace and quiet in the tranquil Botanic Gardens, a 22-acre sub-tropical paradise.

Stroll along the sea wall past the coves and Victorian mansions of the Undercliff to Bonchurch; a stunning and secluded beach where Charles Dickens once stayed. Hike west to visit one of the Island's hidden gems, Steephill Cove, or walk along the high cliffs of St Lawrence overlooking woodland and an exposed rocky beach. All around Ventnor you'll find beautiful walks with dramatic viewpoints.

Getting Around

Enjoy the spectacular scenery from the top deck of one of the regular buses that serves the town. Catch a bus northwards to Shanklin, Sandown & Ryde, or travel across the Island to Godshill, Newport or Cowes.

Download Ventnor town map

In and around Cowes: Separated by the River Medina and linked by a chain ferry, the Isle of Wight's most northerly towns of Cowes and East Cowes are ...
In and around Newport: The beautiful and historic town of Newport is situated in the centre of the Island and is its principal town centred on two elegant ...
In and around Ryde: The largest town on the Isle of Wight, Ryde has been named 'The Gateway to the Island', and for good reason.
In and around Bembridge, St Helens, Seaview: Situated ...
In and around Brading: Situated just a few miles inland from Bembridge, Brading is one of the oldest towns on the Isle of Wight and steeped in history.
In and around Sandown: Sheltered in a beautiful bay, Sandown is famed for its golden sand beach, traditional seafront and amusement filled Sandown Pier .
In and around Shanklin: With its beautiful beach and gardens, its history and tradition, Shanklin is a charming seaside town.
In and around Godshill: With its charming thatched-roofed cottages, delightful medieval church and a winding main street lined with tearooms, Godshill is the quintessential English Village.
In and around Ventnor: With its warm microclimate, Ventnor is one of Britain's most famous Victorian health resorts.
In and around West Wight: The West Wight is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, not only a haven for nature lovers, birdwatchers and walkers, but a must see ...

Official Site of Isle of Wight Tourism

Ventnor, Isle of Wight

Getting Around