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Osborne House

Castle & Historic Landmark · Isle of Wight, England

Osborne House is a castle & historic landmark in Isle of Wight, England. See prices, opening times, the best days to avoid the crowds, parking and food, with every detail dated so you know how fresh it is.

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PriceAdult £20 · Child £12 · Family £52
The English Heritage page links to prices without showing them, so the figures here are estimates. Members free; booking ahead saves up to 15%; 20% off walk-up tickets if you arrive by bus, train or bike.
Opening timesOpen daily 10am-5pm (last entry 4pm); in winter the Swiss Cottage is closed and only the ground floor of the house opens (shown in late October 2026; English Heritage often reduces days in winter, so check before you go).
Best time to goWeekday mornings in spring and autumn.
School holiday tipEarly July is the sweet spot for Scottish families: English/Welsh schools stay in until about 20-23 July. Late August is the English/Welsh peak, so choose Tue-Thu and arrive at opening.
Best agesAll ages for the grounds; house rooms suit about 6+ (prams may need to stay at the door)
If it rainsMixed: house rooms are indoors, gardens and grounds are outdoors
FoodVictoria Hall Restaurant plus three other food and drink outlets.
Money saverCheck National Trust, Historic Houses or English Heritage membership value; family tickets usually beat singles.
Top tipsSee the house first, then the Swiss Cottage and beach.
What to packComfortable shoes, layers, picnic for the grounds, carrier for toddlers

Partly checked on 23 Oct 2026. Confirm prices and times on the venue's website. Venue website or source

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