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School Trips to London

School trips to London are incredibly popular, offering a diverse range of educational opportunities amidst the backdrop of the vibrant capital city. A high school trip to London will provide your students with the opportunity to experience this diverse cultural metropolis, with a host of amazing attractions to enjoy. 

The wide range of attractions, museums and places to visit in London provides students with a focus on many areas of study, whether it’s art and design, film and media, science or sport, London school tours provide the platform for students to excel across any area of study.

The benefits of a London school trip

On an educational school trip to London you have so many choices, whatever your subject area. Below you will find further information on potential places to visit on your school trip to London as well as the opportunity to browse by specific subject area.

By booking your London school trip with us, our experienced London Student Tour Consultants can guide you to make the right choices by recommending appropriate educational visits and/or cultural and enrichment activities to add a bit of fun! Contact us to request a quote, or speak to us about any queries you may have about our range of London school trips.

Our London school trip recommendations

We have so many different study groups who embark on a London school trip visit through us. We’ll tailor your trip exactly how you wish, incorporating all your study objectives to maximise the educational value of your visit. Check out some of our London school trip recommendations based on the amazing feedback we receive. 

  • Buckingham Palace
  • St Paul’s Cathedral
  • Natural History Museum 
  • Westminster Abbey
  • The Tower of London
  • Tower Bridge
  • The Tate Modern

Top Visits on a school trip to London

The iconic residence of the British monarchy offers students an enriching educational experience. Steeped in history and architectural grandeur, this is an ideal destination for history and art students as they learn about the traditions and ceremonies associated with the history of the monarchy with the opportunity to appreciate the palace’s artistic elements.

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Buckingham Palace

 

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Christmas Markets

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Covent Garden

<p>Globe Theatre</p>

Globe Theatre

<p>Houses of Parliament</p>

Houses of Parliament

<p>Royal Albert Hall</p>

Royal Albert Hall

<p>The Shard</p>

The Shard

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The Lastminute.com London Eye

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The Tower of London

 

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The West End

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Harry Potter Studio Tour

Popular London Itinerary

Day 1

Morning

Travel by coach or rail into the heart of the capital.

Afternoon

Go on a Thames Cruise and experience a unique view of London's iconic sites from the River Thames.

Evening

A West End Show is a perfect way to end the day, take you pick from some of the most popular performances such as The Lion King, Mary Poppins, Matilda or Wicked.

 

Day 2

Morning

Visit one of London's most popular tourist attractions such as the London Eye or explore the London Dungeons.

Afternoon

Head off home to arrive back early evening.

Evening

Arrive at School.

 

Top Tips From Our Travel Experts 

"On a school trip to London always take a boat trip, it’s a really good value option and a brilliant way to see the city. Even if you have a coach or tube tickets, try to factor in some time to walk, you will see lots more this way and it can be quicker due to London traffic! Wherever possible travel mid-week to avoid premium prices for rail, theatre and in restaurants. Don’t forget to incorporate some free time for shopping or just soaking up the atmosphere in places like Covent Garden or Trafalgar Square. You could spend a lifetime exploring London and you would never stop being surprised. The city has something for everyone and there are unlimited treasures to be found. Best of all, it is on our doorstep."

View our most popular Subjects for school trips to London

Art & Design

Business & Economics

Cultural & Enrichment

History & Politics

Media & Film Studies

English, Drama & Performing Arts

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What We Can Offer You

Knowledge and Experience

  • We continually invest in our teams product and destination knowledge to be able to offer you the best advice and support when planning your tour.
  • We create itineraries are bespoke and individual to your needs
  • FREE teacher inspection visits so you can feel completely secure when leading your group
  • We're only a phone call away 24/7 whilst you are on tour

Safety and Assurance

  • We are assured and founder members of the School Travel Forum.
  • Our Learning Outside the Classroom accreditation ensures we have your safety at the heart of everything we do and ensures the highest possible safety standards.
  • Externally verified Safety Management System
  • Risk assessment guidance and advice

Financial Security

  • Our ABTA membership ensures that we offer you and your parents the best financial protection available. 
  • All flights sold in our packages are covered under our ATOL licence providing further peace of mind
  • Committed to sustainable and responsible educational travel. Working to offset carbon emissions, reduce deforestation and provide wildlife habitats.

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Covent Garden

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Southbank

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National Gallery

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Shakespeare's Globe

<p>Buckingham Palace</p>

Buckingham Palace

<p>West End Theatre Workshop</p>

West End Theatre Workshop

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Shrek's Adventure London

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London Eye

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National Gallery

London School Trips FAQs

What kind of educational value can students expect from school trips to Iceland?

School trips to London offer a dynamic educational experience through a diverse range of attractions. Buckingham Palace exposes students to monarchy traditions and architectural beauty, while St Paul’s Cathedral provides insights into historical and spiritual heritage. The Natural History Museum fascinates science enthusiasts with Earth's evolution, while Westminster Abbey offers a millennium of British history and culture. The Tower of London immerses students in British history and monarchy, Tower Bridge engages history and technology enthusiasts with its engineering marvel, and the Tate Modern captivates art students with its diverse displays and societal insights. Each destination caters to various subjects, enhancing students' understanding of heritage, art, science, technology, and culture.

What kind of educational value can students expect from school trips to Iceland?

We specialise in providing educational trips to Iceland for KS3-KS5 students, helping them get ready for any potential exams following in line with the current curriculum.

Are students safe on school trips to London?

As one of the best choices for school tours to London in the UK, safety for your students is crucial to ensuring we’re running a successful trip, we always vow to keep your students safe. We are Learning Outside The Classroom Badge holders ensuring the highest possible safety standards. We also have an externally verified safety management system to achieve this.