Follow the coastline down to St. Ouen to see the remains of an ancient forest that grew here more than 10,000 years ago. Explore the neolithic dolmens, medieval ruins, a Royal Square imbued with history, Martello towers and the island's World War II fortifications, built during the German occupation.

Discover the French heritage, streets with French family names, local "Jèrriais" cooking, and a dialect that is close to French which can still be heard in the countryside or occasionally in the Victorian covered markets of St. Hellier.

The best way to discover Jersey is to explore the island on foot. With its heather-covered cliffs, luminous sand dunes, medieval castles and tranquil countryside, Jersey will both surprise and captivate you.

With the wind in your hair, and an eye out for dolphins, head along the wonderful wild northern coast, seeking out the charming little fishing villages and countless hidden meadows. Enjoy a "moon walk" in the Ramsar area of the island, which the low tide transforms into a phantasmagorical landscape. Explore the ponds and lagoons teeming with life and watch the wading birds take off in a whirl of feathers. Then head west in search of the elusive Jersey green lizard or surprise fireflies during a night-time stroll.

Take an excursion around the historic port of St. Helier or set out to discover Jersey's ghost-filled past (not for the faint-hearted!)

Explore more than 70 km of green lanes where time seems to have stood still among colorful flower beds, wisteria-covered cottages and old red granite farm houses. You’ll find open fields, headlands and cliffs which play host to a number of species of wildlife like the puffin and razorbill.

If you're looking for relaxation, head for Piedmont, one of the many coves in Jersey with a sand beach, where you can laze in the sun, swim in the cobalt blue ocean or rediscover the childhood delights of exploring caves. For the more adventurous, dive schools on the north coast offer wreck excursions and dives that let you explore Jersey's rich underwater life. But there is also lots to see inland. There are the vineyards at La Mare, the only wine-growing operation on Jersey, where you can watch the winemakers' work before sampling the fruits of their labor. For children, nothing's more fun than a trip to the past aboard the steam train at the Pallot Steam Museum.

In the northern part of the island, you'll find something to suit every taste in charming bistros and restaurants with patios overlooking the coast, and tea shops where you can enjoy fresh crab sandwiches and Jersey cream teas.

• Jersey Zoo (DWCT) (zoo and endangered species reserve, Trinity)
• La Mare Vineyards and Distillery (St. Mary)
• Grosnez Castle (ruin) and Le Pinacle (Les Landes, St. Ouen)
• North Coast cliff paths
• Catherine Best Jewellery (St. Mary)
• Pallot Steam Museum (Trinity)
• Rozel Harbour (St. Martin)
• Bouley Bay (Trinity)
• Hamptonne Country Life Museum (St. Lawrence)
• Grève de Lecq Barracks (St. Mary)

January
Turkey Buster, Noirmont Point (New Years celebrations, St. Brelade)

February
Jersey Comedy Festival (various locations, St. Helier)

March
Spring Garden Festival (throughout the island)

Around Easter
Three weeks of adventures await visitors, with nature hikes, tours of flower gardens, explorations of medieval castles, performances, culinary fairs and an exciting Easter egg hunt for the children.

May
Gorey Fete de la Mer - Situated in the shadow of Mont Orgueil Castle, the port of Gorey is the centre of the sea festival, which encourages visitors to sample the best in seafood as part of a number of activities.

June
Medieval festivities in Gorey.

June - July
At this time of the year, when the days are long and the nights are short, Jersey puts on its finest: it's the perfect time to discover gardens, sunrise walks, and the island's history, cuisine and culture.

August
The Battle of Flowers: hundreds of participants, thousands of spectators and millions of petals: The Battle of Flowers is certainly a spectacular carnival! The loveliest and most colorful of shows promises to light up the summer calendar. Musicians and dancers come together in an exuberant atmosphere.

September
Autumn Walking Week - A week to set off in search of the magnificent colors with which Jersey bedecks itself in the fall, through an extensive program of coastal and countryside walks. Perfect for familiarizing yourself with Jersey's environment, as well as the history and heritage that have forged its identity. Visitors will discover the now-famous "Around Island" walk, as well as the moon walk which takes place at low tide on the east coast.

October
An invitation to join the locals in black butter or cider making. Visitors will have to bundle up to take part in the beach walks and to attend story-telling sessions on the the legends of the past. Local cuisine is also highlighted with special menus and markets.

Cider Festival - an opportunity to celebrate the cider of yesterday and today through numerous activities and tastings at the Hamptonne Country Life Museum.

November
Tennerfest (culinary festival, throughout the island)

December
Christmas markets, ghost walks and performances add to the magic of this already-festive time of year. The Island of Jersey will be really lit up during this week. In St. Helier, everyone is invited to stroll through the streets overhung with a canopy of white lights to take in some nighttime shopping or attend one of many street performances. There is also enchantment to be found in the port towns that sparkle with a thousand lights. Finally, numerous excursions are offered, as well as night walks around castles, steep dark paths or even old cemeteries in the footprints of the Christmas spirit.