Things to do in Isle of Wight

Pssst… Did you know we have over 1,200 Trails all over the UK? That’s an incredible number of self-guided walks to tackle! Get started on your Isle of Wight Trail adventure today: click the markers on the map above, check out the sites listed in alphabetical order below the map, or find a specific place using the search bar. Read on for a taste of what’s to come, then jump right in…

Treasure Trails are a fantastic way to discover some of the UK’s most breathtaking sights, with a themed, self-guided walk for the whole family to enjoy. Follow the sneaky clues around some of the Isle of Wight’s fantastic beaches and winding paths on a quest to crack the all-important secret code at the end. Whether your team members are 6 or 106, you’ll all love working together to decipher the clues and solve your chosen detective mystery, spy mission or treasure hunt. What better way to explore the Isle of Wight than navigating your way around with your favourite crew?

Explore this beautiful island the Treasure Trails way; there are 10 awesome routes to tackle. Whether you follow some of the 68 miles of stunning coast path or wander through some of the island’s villages, the area is brimming with hidden gems. With so much to see on the Isle of Wight, you’ll be spoilt for choice!

Only the shrewdest, most daring detectives will be able to solve the ‘whodunnit’ in Cowes, while in Shanklin, a TOP team of treasure seekers is needed to hunt down a treasured notebook. If you’re keen to explore The Needles and Alum Bay (and why wouldn’t you while you’re here?!), you’ll need your super-spy hats on to track down a vitally important deactivation code and save the island from disaster! Do you have what it takes?

Enjoy a fantastic day out, following one (or more!) of our carefully curated Trails and get to know some of the Isle of Wight’s more elusive spots. Search all around for clues and embrace the natural beauty of the island as you go. What are you waiting for? It’s time to get (code) cracking!

You can find all the Isle of Wight Trails in the list below the map. To search for somewhere more specific to your location, scroll up to the top of the page for a map view, or enter the place you’d like to explore into the search bar.