Osborne

About

Osborne House, Queen Victoria’s family home, is one of the most popular tourist attractions on the Isle of Wight. After first visiting Osborne, England’s longest-reigning monarch wrote: 'It is impossible to imagine a prettier spot'.

Highlights include:

• Victorian opulence and extravagant interiors
• Stunning Indian décor of the Durbar Room
• Private apartments including the Queen’s bedroom, nursery rooms and royal bathrooms
• The Swiss Cottage - chalet built for the royal children
• Extensive grounds - stunning views across the Solent
• A Victorian Walled Garden • Hothouses containing exotic plants
• A delightful restaurant and café

Don't forget to check out our extensive events at www.english-heritage.org.uk/events or call 0870 3331181 for more information Prices may vary at special events. Address: York Avenue, East Cowes, Isle of Wight, Hants PO32 6JX. Tel: 01983 200022 1 mile south east of East Cowes.

DRIVE LESS SEE MORE EXPERIENCES:
If you are on your bike take the way marked Taste Round the Island Cycle Route from Wootton or East Cowes and diverts off at Beatrice Avenue to Osborne house the home of Queen Victoria. A day ride to this English Heritage site.

* Taste Round the Island Cycle Route page and map: http://www.visitisleofwight.co.uk/bicycle-island/taste-round-the-island-route
* Bus Route - 4 or 5. More info - http://www.islandbuses.info/

Book Tickets

Guide Prices

Ticket Type	Ticket Tariff
Adult Ticket	£13.90 per ticket
Child Ticket (5-15 Yrs)	£8.30 per ticket
Concession Ticket	£12.50 per ticket
Family Ticket (2 Adults & 3 Children)	£36.10 per ticket
Members	Free

Facilities

Accessibility

Accessible Lift - To first floor
Guide Dogs Permitted
Parking Areas for Disabled Visitors
Ramp/Level Access
Wheelchair user accessible

Catering

On-Site cafe/restaurant
Picnic Site

Establishment Features

Conference facilities
Event Venue
LGBT Friendly

Parking & Transport

Green Transport - On bus routes, bike stands available. Walk from East Cowes ferry is 20 minutes
Parking (free)

Payment Methods

Approx length of visit - 3-4 hours
Groups Accepted
Maestro Accepted
MasterCard accepted
Min group size - 11
Visa accepted

Provider Preferences

Indoor Attraction - Osborne House and Swiss Cottage
No Smoking Attraction
Outdoor Attraction

Specialist Features

Family Fun
Marketed Towards Children
Marketed Towards Families
Marketed Towards Senior Citizens
Marketed towards student/youth

Tours and Demonstrations

Educational Visits Accepted
Guided Tours Available for Groups
Guided Tours Available for Individuals - Winter guided tours only

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Map & Directions

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Road Directions

From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport, A3021 to East Cowes.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport, A3054 to Ryde, A3021 to East Cowes.

Public Transport Directions

Train; Ryde Espalande 7 miles, Wootton (IOW Steam railway) 3miles.

Bus; Southern Vectis 4, Ryde E Cowes, 5 Newport – E Cowes.

Ferry; Ferry East Cowes 1 ½ miles (Wightlink 08713761000) (Hovertravel (023) 9281 1000 ) ( Red Funnel -0844 844 9988). For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).

Awards

Tourism South East Award - The Beautiful South - Awards for Excellence 2020 - 2021 Bronze 2021
Tourism South East Award - Tourism South East Member 24/25 - Platinum 2024

Opening Times

Summer (1 Apr 2024 - 2 Nov 2025)

Winter (3 Nov 2025 - 31 Mar 2026)

* 16th February - 20th February 2015: Open Everyday: 10:00 - 16:00
24 – 26 Dec and 1 Jan closed.

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Type:Historic House / Palace