An Isle of Wight guide to visiting the top Queen Victoria sites on the Isle of Wight in England. Queen Victoria had a significant impact on the Isle of Wight, and there are a number of Queen Victoria related sites on the Isle of Wight. Queen Victoria first visited the Isle of Wight on a holiday with her mother in 1831 at the age of 12. She enjoyed her time on the Isle of Wight and kept returning, eventually purchasing an estate on the island in 1845. The Queen's regular presence on the island helped put the Isle of Wight "on the map" as a Victorian holiday and wellness destination. She continues to intrigue travelers and her former residence Osborne House is now one of the most visited attractions on the island. Today there are a number of places you can visit that were connected to Queen Victoria or were popular Victorian era destinations, and these include castles, forts, scenic viewpoints, the oldest amusement park in Britain, homes, museums, gardens, hotels, and historical sites. We’ll provide the history of each site and its association with Queen Victoria and the Victorian era, as well as tips and advice on visiting each of these places on the Isle of Wight.
