Finding ideas for school trips that are both educational and fun can be tricky. However, if you’re located near New York City, there are endless possibilities for trips—as long as you have a charter bus to get you there. Here are a few ideas to consider. 

The Best Destinations for School Trips in NYC

1. American Museum of Natural History

This museum is one of the most well-known locations for field trips in the city. It has 32 million specimens and cultural artifacts for your students to view and learn about. Kids can watch a space show in the planetarium, take a simulated trip to the moon, or see a Tyrannosaurus Rex. 

2. Queens County Farm Museum

If you want to teach your students about agriculture, life science, and the environment, Queens County Farm Museum is an excellent destination. It’s built on the largest remaining piece of undisturbed farmland in NYC. The kids will be excited when they get to meet the farm’s goats, pigs, and cattle.

3. Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island Museum

Immigration has been a topic in the news, but your students may not know much about it. After visiting the iconic Statue of Liberty, take your students to learn about how Ellis Island functioned at the museum located in the original main immigration station.

4. Central Park Zoo

The Central Park Zoo is one of the most well-known zoos in the country. It houses snow leopards, grizzly bears, penguins, and red pandas. You can teach them about biology, ecosystems, and the food chain during your visit. While you’re on the charter bus, teach the students about basic animal biology and life science. 

5. Children’s Museum of the Arts New York

Studying the arts has been shown to increase engagement and empathy in elementary school children. This unique, interactive museum will be a memorable field trip destination. Kids on school trips at CMA can sculpt mythical creatures out of clay, make their own sound recording, and create animated videos. 

When you need a charter bus to take your students on a class trip of a lifetime, contact Constitution Coach in Bolton, CT. They can pick up school groups in Connecticut, New York, or Massachusetts and take you anywhere nationwide. Primarily serving Tolland, Windham, and Hartford counties, they have professional drivers who always put safety first. They even have student group discounts. To learn more about booking a charter bus, visit their website. Call (860) 646-0363 to book your trip.