Osborne House

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

 

NEW FOR THE SUMMER - Find out more about our current display of costumes from the film “The Young Victoria” and free competition.

Osborne House
Aerial image of Osborne House (c) English Heritage
Osborne House and Fountains -   House and Fountains (c) Osborne House -   Aerial image of Osborne House (c) Aerial drawing -   Aerial drawing (c) Osborne House -   Durbar Room (c) Osborne House -   View towards the pavilion from the lower terrace (c) The Drawing Room -   The Drawing Room (c) View of the Dining Room -   View of the Dining Room Looking South West towards the portrait of Queen Victoria and her family (c) View of the Dining Room -   View of the Dining Room (c) View of the lower terrace -   View of the lower terrace looking east towards the sea. (c)
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