School & College trips to New York & Washington DC, USA

New York and Washington DC

There is no better way to inspire your student group than an school trip to New York and Washington DC. As well as having some of the most iconic sights and landmarks in the world, our study trips to New York also offer a fantastic and diverse range of educational visits to enjoy. Combined with a trip to Washington DC, the seat of Government in the most powerful nation in the world, this is a great twin-centre choice for your next educational trip. We have unrivalled expertise in arranging study trips to the USA and offer specialist programmes and visits especially for schools, sixth forms and College groups at the most competitive prices.

  • Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Museum

  • Iconic Empire State Building panoramic views

  • Broadway shows, Central Park, sports events & more...

  • Washington DC National Mall monuments

  • US Capitol guided tour

  • Fabulous Smithsonian Institution museums

Top Visits

Statue of Liberty

Surely the most memorable image of New York “Liberty enlightening the World” is a must visit for student groups visiting the city. We can provide you with Liberty ferry tickets which take you from Battery park to the island itself where you can alight for photos, then re-embark down to Ellis island immigration museum where you can take a fascinating audio guided tour.

Empire State Building

Set in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, take a trip up the most iconic observation deck in the world and marvel at the 360° panoramic views across amazing New York City and beyond. Enjoy the Empire State Building story in the immersive exhibit galleries on your way to the top.

Broadway Show

The show must go on! Enjoy the glitz and glamour of all the latest or most established shows in this unique environment and at discounted student rates. Contact us for great prices and advice, and for performing arts groups we can combine tickets with a range of specialist workshops that will have you singing and dancing all the way home.

9/11 Memorial & Museum

Located on the site of the former Twin Towers, the Memorial & Museum commemorates and honours the people killed in the terrorist attacks of 2001. With exhibitions and educational programs it is committed to providing an understanding of event and its ongoing legacy.

Central Park

The world famous park in the heart of Manhattan is the green heart of the city, offering beautiful walks to corners and a peace away from the bustling city, as well as containing the Wollman ice skating rink open from Oct-March and the wonderful Central Park Zoo. Contact us for a walking tour or group reservations for the above.

Washington walking tour

Take a tailored guided tour and get up close to a selection of the city’s famous monuments and memorials. Take in the National Mall, US Capitol and White House. There’ll be something for everyone - architecture, sculpture, haunting war remembrances and historical insights.

US Capitol

One of the most recognisable landmarks in the world, the historic US Capitol has been home to the United States Congress and the centre of American democracy for more than two centuries. Your visit of the Capitol includes a guided tour and orientation film.

Washington Memorials & Monuments

Enjoy the wonderful free national monuments including: Franklin D Roosevelt Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Thomas Jefferson Memorial, Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, Washington Monument, Lincoln Memorial, National World War II Memorial.

Smithsonian Institution Museums

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex. It comprises 19 world-class museums, galleries, gardens, and a zoo. Highlights include the National Museum of American History, National Air and Space Museum and National Portrait Gallery.

Subject-specific trips

We can tailor your school or college trip to include a range of specialist subject-specific visits to meet your objectives for the trip. With so many varied and interesting educational and cultural possibilities in the region, we will build a tailor-made tour programme and itinerary to meet with your requirements and priorities.

Sample Itinerary

New York & Washington DC (via Philadelphia)

Day 1

Morning departure from UK. Afternoon arrival in New York. Transfer to your hotel and check in. A bit of free time before evening meal at Hard Rock Cafe.

Day 2

Morning visit to the fascinating 9/11 Memorial Museum. Afternoon make your way to Battery Park to take the ferry to the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island museum. Evening meal at Ellen’s Stardust Diner.

Day 3

Enjoy a morning visit to Empire State Building. Enjoy amazing panoramic views of the city. Grab some lunch and then make your way to the United Nations Headquarters for your afternoon visit. Freshen up before an early dinner and then on to an evening Broadway show.

Day 4

Morning meet your coach for transfer to Philadelphia. Stop-off in the city and a chance to visit the Liberty Bell and get some lunch. Onward journey to Washington DC. Check in to your hotel and evening at leisure.

Day 4

Morning guided walking tour of Washington DC. Take in the iconic monuments and memorials. Afternoon visit to the National Museum of American History. Evening dinner at Pinstripes Bistro and bowling.

Day 6

Morning guided tour of the US Capitol. Chance for some shopping at Potomac Mills shopping mall en-route back to the airport. Afternoon departure of flight home.

Day 7

Morning arrival back in the UK.

Where to Stay

New York hotels

Most accommodations in New York offer a room-only basis, however, a few will include breakfast into the package which is a real bonus for groups and we can also include breakfast locally or delivered to you each morning. If budget is really tight the YMCA Westside is an option, however we can also offer upgrades to high quality hotels such as the Freehand and Edison, which are ideal for our groups and in excellent locations. Please let our account manager know and we will give you a range of options to choose from on your educational trip to New York with us.

Washington DC hotels

We use various options in central DC to suit your needs and budget, including the excellent Generator Hostel and well known hotels brands such as Hyatt, some of which include breakfast as standard and all of which are well located and have en-suite facilities. Our Account manager will discuss the ideal solution for you according to your budget and programme.

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