London School Trips
Educational and Fun Ideas
Capital city school trips for groups
London, the UK's capital city, has history and culture in spades, crammed full of attractions and learning opportunities to fuel the imaginations of young students. The range of first class sights, venues and educational options makes London a favourite destination for school groups, whether you are a short tube ride away, or travelling from the other side of the country.
The main reasons for taking a school trip to London are the wealth of historical sights and landmarks relating to both London's own history, and the country as a whole. The city is also the setting for a wide range of exciting educational venues that cater for school children, or, we can bring workshops to your London school.
Listening to feedback from school teachers about which London school trip workshops offer the best educational experience for their students has helped us put together the following list of school-friendly visit options. Click on any of the links below to find out more.
Willing to expand your search beyond the M25? We have a page for London and the wider South East region, and individual pages for the counties of Oxfordshire, Buckinghamshire, Essex, Hampshire, Hertfordshire, Surrey, Sussex, Isle of Wight and Kent.
Whole School Drama Literacy Project
School Trip London & South East, East of England
Subjects: English, Drama
Join The Drama Geezers for an interactive storytelling extravaganza, where children take the reins in crafting a brand-new tale through imaginative play. The school story is then published and printed for all to enjoy.
Whole School Drama Literacy Project
Madame Tussauds London
Empower young people with the essential skills they need in their day-to-day lives. Students will gain an invaluable insight into the media by exploring its purpose, audience and influence – from the modern-day selfie to the concept of fake news.
The London Dungeon
With an inspirational cast of actors, the London Dungeon offers an exciting walk-through experience that lets you see, hear and smell historic London and its perilous past. Get pupils thinking about language, characters and stage directions!
Shrek's Adventure! London
Experience a fictional world first hand in the magical, immersive world of Shrek’s Adventure! London. Your pupils will become the central characters in a live fairy tale adventure, meet well known characters up-close, speak to them and change their
Epping Forest field centre
Epping Forest field centre, is situated in the heart of Epping Forest, an area of around 2,400 hectares of wood-pasture. Visit Epping Forest for fun and engaging primary or secondary one day outdoor field trips in London
Primary School Trip to London with Equity
London has so much to offer for Primary School trips with excursions and attractions that link to all subject areas.Even though this is the biggest capital city in Europe, we choose excursions that are central so it’s easy for groups to travel.
Up at The O2
Do something different. Step out of the classroom and climb over the world-famous and iconic venue, The O2. Teachers and students will have a school trip of a lifetime, make memories and inspire the classroom.
In-Park Primary Learning Sessions
We're ready to welcome your group to the Royal Parks to explore their incredible natural environments confidently and safely. All sessions are curriculum linked, and get your group outside with unique opportunities to explore these world-famous parks
The London Eye
Enhance students' cultural knowledge and ignite their curiosity by taking the learning experience beyond the classroom and into the city. Explore renowned landmarks, the geography of the Thames, and the rich heritage and cultural diversity of the cit
West End Workshops
Theatre Workout is a leading producer of drama and theatre-based workshops and courses in London's West End, in schools and online, offering multi-award-winning programmes led by industry professionals.
Day Visits
South East school trip at Lee Valley. The Regional Park Authority's Learning and Engagement Team provide a range of outdoor learning opportunities for all the key stages within Lee Valley Regional Park.
Hangloose Adventure Bluewater
Hangloose Adventure Bluewater can offer your students the ultimate London school trip ADVENTURE experience.
The Royal Parks
Connect with nature and learn about the park environment, wildlife and heritage with hands-on practical activities in Hyde Park and Kensington Gardens. We offer a wide range of safe, secure and fun outdoor London learning experiences.
London Field Sites
Field Studies Council uses sites across London including parks and urban spaces to deliver exciting fieldwork and outdoor learning day trips. We work in partnership with The Royal Parks and the London Borough of Lewisham at some of these locations.
SEA LIFE
Dive deep into a world of underwater discovery. Pupils will understand and learn how to conserve the natural wonders of the world! Explore creatures of the Pacific Ocean, the Amazon Rainforest and frozen extremities of Antarctic.
Unforgettable Day Visits at The Hive
The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning activities bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
Field Studies Council - London South East
Five fantastic locations in the South East offering fieldwork for all ages to bring the curriculum to life. The choice of day and residential centres include a huge range of excellent urban and rural field sites from Box Hill to Bushy Park.
In-Park Secondary Learning Sessions
We're ready to welcome your group to the Royal Parks to explore their incredible natural environments confidently and safely. All sessions are curriculum linked, and get your group outside with unique opportunities to explore these world-famous parks
Kenwood House
Located in North London, Kenwood is a hidden gem of historical interest for school groups, with an internationally renowned art collection, Robert Adam interiors, acres of land to explore and links to the abolition of the transatlantic slave trade.
The Climbing Hangar London
Indoor climbing centre offering coach-led, or teacher-led climbing sessions, promoting fundamental movement skills, social skills, and resilience.
Sandbox VR - London
Sandbox VR is the world’s most advanced virtual reality venue on the planet. Located just a minute walk from the British Musseum , it features 4 virtual reality arenas where you can transport yourselves into the most immersive gaming experiance.
Lullingstone Roman Villa
Lullingstone Roman Villa provides a hands-on insight into the lives of the Romans living there and brings the curriculum to life in a fun and engaging way. Lullingstone is amongst the most outstanding Roman villa survivals in Britain.
London City Bus Tours
1. We give our guests the best view in London 2. Our guides make the tour fun and informative 3. We can tailor the day to suit your requirement Historical and cultural facts about architecture, royals and significant people
Thames Rockets
Are you ready to experience London's #1 speedboat Attraction? SEE the sights, FEEL the speeds and hop aboard for the very best city sightseeing experience - guaranteed to top anything you've ever done before!
London Tour - Adaptable Travel
Adaptable Travel tailor make fantastic overnight school trips to London for groups based elsewhere in the UK. London is a world-class city that offers a huge range of attractions and educational visits that make it a superb choice for your next trip.
Religious Studies London
Our tailored itineraries will allow students to look at different non-Christian faiths to see diversity of worship, while visiting places of major religious significance.
Parliament
A year-round programme of visits for students aged 7-18. Choose from a selection of themed workshops and tour the awe-inspiring Palace of Westminster during your school visit to London.
Staying in London for a night or two?
We have worked with lots of schools over the years, from rural Wales, villages in the the North East of England, and small towns in the Midlands, teachers have been requesting help with organising trips to London for their students. The list of attractions and venues suitable for schools is immense, from action-packed sight-seeing tour, to a long list of world class museums and art galleries. On a longer stay you will also have more time for leisure activities like river cruises and bus tours. We work with tour operators who can help organise the whole stay and itinerary for you, or we can assist you find school group accommodation in London if you just need a roof over your heads and already have your daytime activities planned.
School Trips to London
Why not visit London for the ultimate UK city visit experience? Whether you are looking for a themed visit linked to a specific area of the curriculum or you are simply looking for a general sightseeing visit, London has something for everyone.
Creative School Trips
Theatre Workout is a Destination Management Company (DMC) specialising in creative and cultural group travel for schools, working with UK and international school groups and the group travel industry to deliver hundreds of school trips each year!
Drama In The Woods Day Visits and Camp Outs! North London
Drama and the Woods invite your students to join us for a wonderful day visit or camp out in the woods. Come along to run wild, connect with nature and explore drama and open-air theatre in a woodland environment.
Dance Trip to London with Equity
Develop dance skills and experience a West End show on our dance and performing arts trips to London. Students can take part in workshops led by dance professionals at the prestigious Pineapple Dance Studios and Italia Conti Academy of Theatre Arts.
Juniper Hall Field Centre
Located in Surrey, Juniper Hall field centre is easy to reach but surrounded by the beautiful countryside of Box Hill. Visit for fun filled residential outdoor activity, geography and biology trips for all ages.
Unforgettable Residentials at The Hive
The Hive is in the heart of Epping Forest, within easy reach of east London. In the safe hands of expert environmentalists our memorable & affordable curriculum-led outdoor learning unique residentials bring nature nearer for all ages & abilities.
Art & Design Trip to London with Equity
An Art & Design trip to London allows students to develop an appreciation for art in a stimulating yet familiar setting. From the collections of the National Gallery, to the countless other galleries across the city, there's plenty to explore!
YHA London Thameside
A warm welcome awaits you at our purpose-built hostel, based in the docklands area of London. With a coach drop-off just outside the door getting here is easy. Inside you’ll find great social spaces, full meals service and places to study.
Cultural Tour of London for International Schools
Museums and palaces overflowing with art, science and history, incredible theatre shows in the West End, bustling Oxford Street and Covent Garden, and iconic Big Ben and Trafalgar Square! London is the perfect destination for a cultural tour.
London for Primary & Middle Schools-Curriculum Travel
Curriculum Travel provides customized educational tours in London, catering to primary and middle school students. These tours enhance learning through varied experiences, specifically designed to achieve distinct educational goals.
School Residentials in London
Head to the capital to bring learning alive with a huge variety of activities and sights - not forgetting 22 National Museums on offer. Discover Big Ben, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace, along with the Eye, Madame Tussauds and London Dungeons.
Football Trips & Pro Experiences
Using sports facilities usually reserved for professional clubs, your football team can learn the skills and tactics to greatly improve their game at renowned clubs such as Fulham FC and Futbol Salou.
Looking for school workshops in London?
Discover London School workshops that can bring educational learning experiences into the classroom. The London workshops below can visit school groups in the capital and between them they cover a huge range of subjects and topics, from History to PSHE. Want even more choice? Find more London school workshops here!
Carnival Dance Workshops
Book The Best "Dance Days" - Carnival dance workshops for schools linked to your Brazil or Rio topics or as part of your World Week or Multicultural event. With over 1000 5⭐ reviews from verified teachers!
School of Noise
Explore the wonderful world of sound with the School of Noise. Our fun and educational workshops are designed to investigate the science of sound and provide pupils with a hands-on opportunity to conduct their own experiments.
Ancient Egypt
Ever heard of English archaeologist, Howard Carter? Well he's a pro at discovering Pharaoh tombs and today he needs your help! Let’s head back thousands of years and find out as much as we can about what the Egyptians did with their mummies.
Polar Regions VR Workshop
Bring your Antarctica and Arctic topic to life with the UK's no.1 VR workshop company! Our Polar Regions workshop takes pupils to see penguins, a polar bear and an Arctic fox. Bring the outside world into your classroom with PrimeVR!
Pep the Poet - Mental Health & Well-being
Pep the Poet is a tremendous advocate of raising awareness and promoting positive mental health through creative means. He does this through his writing, poems and keynote speeches.
Anglo Saxons!
At The Past Presents...WE GO BIG! Historical Workshops with the biggest, most well-thought out resources, sessions & experiences available in the UK. You'll wonder why you ever took trips out when you see the value we bring into your classroom!
Virtual Reality - Volcanoes
An in-depth exploration of Volcanoes through a variety of media. Children can get up close and personal to the magnitude and power of a volcano.
Superhero Workshop & Wow Day
Dan Tastic Education brings comic books to life with incredible Superhero Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators!
Science Week Spectacular
Dan Tastic Education brings science to life with incredible Science Spectacular Wow Days! Your pupils will be inspired & engaged by an array of props, videos & student interaction with one of our fun & entertaining Dan Tastic Workshop Facilitators
Internet Safety Training
Can Internet Safety Training really be this much fun? Our whole school e-safety workshops use theatre & drama to equip your students, parents/carers & teachers with the skills & knowledge they need to stay safe online.
Hands on Space
Immersive Experiences have been developing workshops for years. Our Hands of Space workshops are available both virtually and in-person within schools and private party bookings.
The Great Fire of London
A fun and participatory day of drama exploring The Great Fire of London! Children will learn about the history of The Great Fire of London, exploring the tragic event, how it happened and how we survived it!
Geography Online Workshops
Link up live with The Royal Parks' Learning team for a unique interactive experience for your students. These curriculum-linked sessions will inspire your students to explore the parks' incredible environments.
Virtual Reality - A Trip Through Time
A not to be missed opportunity to visit and experience key moments in time. This experience will allow you to either scale through key moments in time or select a key focus for your workshop to theme around.
Mary Anning
A fun and participatory day of drama exploring the life and works of Mary Anning!
North America VR Workshop
Bring your North America topic to life by visiting popular landmarks with the UK's no.1 VR workshop company! Your class will have the chance to fly over the New York skyline and Las Vegas! Enquire now with PrimeVR!
School Of Noise online
Explore the wonderful world of sound with the School of Noise. Our fun and educational workshops are designed to investigate the science of sound and provide pupils with a hands-on opportunity to conduct their own experiments.
Hands on History Online
Immersive historical learning experiences take you back in time with fully custom-made experiences.
Romans and Britons
So much fun they won't realise they're learning! Interactive workshops on the Romans and Britons to inspire, engage and educate! Costumed experts bring the Roman world to life with artefacts and activities right in your classroom.
Shang Dynasty
Get ready for a drama-filled journey to the banks of the Yellow River, where the powerful Shang Dynasty used to dwell. With a One Day facilitator, your pupils will discover this impressive civilisation, its warriors, customs and religious beliefs.
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