Museum of Island History

Type: Museum

Designed by John Nash and built in 1816, the historic Guildhall is home to the Museum of Island History and Newport's Tourist Information Centre.

Discover the Island from pre-historic past to the present day with:
* Touch Screen Computers.
* Hands on Exhibits.
* Quizzes and Games.
* Microscopic Exploration.
The museum has a small temporary exhibition gallery.

OPENING:
Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 - 16:00. Open the first Saturday morning of the month from June - 10:30 - 13:00.

ADMISSION CHARGES:
Adults - £2.00
Concessions - £1.20
Family - £5.00

Opening Times

Opening 01/01/2012 - 31/12/2012

* Open Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30 - 16:00. Open the first Saturday morning of the month from June - 10:30 - 13:00.

Tickets Information

Road Directions

From East Cowes ferry, second exit at roundabout onto Well Road, A3021, A3054 to Newport.
From Fishbourne ferry, B3339 (Fishbourne lane), A3054 to Newport.
From Yarmouth ferry, A3054 to Newport.

Public Transport Directions

From West Cowes Red Jet Hi-speed ferry: No. 1 bus route to Newport.
From Ryde Catamaran/Hovertravel: No. 9 bus route to Newport.
From Yarmouth ferry: No. 7 bus route to Newport.
For further bus information please contact Southern Vectis at www.islandbuses.info/ or +44 0871 200 2233 (bus times) / +44 01983 827000 (head office).