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25 Best School Field Trip Ideas From NYC for the 2026–2027 School Year
By Richmond Tours Team · Published Oct 1, 2026 · 1 min read
NYC schools can choose local day trips, educational overnights, college tours, recreation and senior celebrations. Match the destination to your students, budget and schedule.
Best Educational Field Trips
Best for history, civics, STEM and culture; allow one to three days.
- Washington, D.C.
- Philadelphia
- Boston
- Salem, Massachusetts
- Gettysburg
- Mystic, Connecticut
- Baltimore
- Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Best Fun and Recreational Trips
Best for bonding, rewards and end-of-year celebrations.
- Six Flags Great Adventure
- Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom
- American Dream
- Villa Roma Resort
- The Kartrite Resort
- Camelback
- Holiday Hill
- Club Getaway
- Bowling and Arcade Trips
- State Park Field Day and BBQ
Best College Tour Trips
Available as coordinated day or overnight tours.
- SUNY College Tour
- Boston College Tour
- Connecticut College Tour
- Philadelphia College Tour
- Washington, D.C. and HBCU College Tour
Best Senior and End-of-Year Trips
- Orlando and Universal Studios
- Overnight Senior Resort Trip
How to Choose
Compare grade level, goal, budget, travel time, group size, season and student interest. Confirm every venue can comfortably accommodate your full group.
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