A visit to Dinosaur Isle can add an indoor museum stop to a family break in Sandown. Check the museum’s current visitor information when planning your day.
General opening times
The museum currently lists general opening from Tuesday to Saturday, 10am to 4pm, with last admission at 3pm. It lists Sunday and Monday as closed. Seasonal arrangements can change, so check again before travelling.
Its visitor page also lists a Wednesday Quiet Hour from 9am to 10am for people who prefer a calmer sensory experience. Standard admission applies, with no extra charge or booking required for that session.
Your direct-booking benefit
When accommodation is booked directly through Isle of Wight Stays, guests receive free entry to Dinosaur Isle for up to two children with a paying adult. This is the Isle of Wight Stays direct-booking benefit.
Browse accommodation, check dates and book directly at Isle of Wight Stays.
Visitor source: Dinosaur Isle tickets and times, checked on 5 November 2026.
The image is a playful dinosaur discovery illustration. It does not show the museum’s exhibits or interior.