Travel by bus this May half term!

3 months ago Mon 11th May 2026

days out by bus this may half term

Leave the car behind and see the island by bus. Remember, kids under 5 travel free and dogs are more than welcome to join you on your journey!

The Downs Breezer is back on the 23rd May and why not enjoy the breeze in your hair from the open top deck. Leaving Ryde Interchange across the day. It is a good way to visit Robin Hill and The Wildheart Animal Sanctuary. The views across the downs are fantastic.  

Summer Links is your route to Tapnell Farm. Their Aqua Park is now open so take your Swimwear for a dip in the water.

Check out all our Island Breezer buses here

Step back in time at The Isle of Wight Bus Museum. They have a collection of classic Southern Vectis buses and memorabilia as well as a cafe and retail area. Get there on routes 2, 3 or 8

Meet the Donkeys at the Isle of Wight Donkey Sanctuary Get there on route 2 and 3.

The Isle of Wight Steam Railway is a great way to step back in time. 

See life in miniature at Godshill Model Village. Wonder around Godshill village and tuck in to a cream tea. Get there on route 2 or 3

Route 9 takes you to see the Monkeys and Monkey Haven and also the Wooton Station stop for the Isle of Wight Steam Railway

Visit the summer residence of Queen Victoria, Osborne House in east Cowes. You can even watch the world go by sat on the beach. Get there on route 4 or 5.

For more ideas Visit the Visit Isle of Wight Website 

Click here to plan your journey.