At Alum Bay various attractions are to be found. The National Trust have the Old Battery and New Battery on top of the headland, with views of the Needles. Be aware that parking is at Alum Bay and a walk to the top and back will take over an hour. There is however a bus service that goes to the top. From halfway up, one can get great views of the multi-coloured cliff and the beach and excursion pier.
Closer to the car & coach park, amidst the tourist stuff you can find a viewing platform (free) that gives a view of the Needles. There is a stepped path (free) that leads down to the beach. It is a long way down. The chairlift will take you down to the beach and back for a fee of several pounds.
