Philadelphia STEM Trips for Student Groups

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Philadelphia has so much to offer!

Philadelphia pairs founding-era history with a first-rate research university corridor. Student groups move from the Benjamin Franklin Parkway museum row to university laboratories, experiencing a city where American science and democracy grew up together.


For Your Students

Philadelphia puts student groups inside The Franklin Institute, one of the oldest science museums in the country, plus the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Mutter Museum and Independence National Historical Park. Our travel designers build each itinerary around your curriculum, from physics to anatomy.

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Philadelphia Student Travel Programs and Educational Tours for Schools

Educational Destinations plans custom Philadelphia trips around your ensemble and educational goals. Philadelphia puts student groups inside The Franklin Institute, one of the oldest science museums in the country, plus the Academy of Natural Sciences, the Mutter Museum and Independence National Historical Park. Our travel designers build each itinerary around your curriculum, from physics to anatomy.

Philadelphia Educational Opportunities

Educational opportunities in Philadelphia include hands-on workshops, lab experiences and guided programs such as Amazing Adaptations, Animal Encounters, Be a Forensic Anthropologist, Discovery Camps and more, each selected to match your curriculum.

Philadelphia Options for Students

General options for student groups in Philadelphia include Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University, Awbury Arboretum, Bartram's Garden, College Settlement Outdoor School and more.

Philadelphia Museums for Students

Museum options in Philadelphia include Adventure Aquarium, American Helicopter Museum & Education Center, Independence Seaport Museum, Mütter Museum at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia, Penn Museum K-12 Field Trips, each with dedicated student programming.

Philadelphia Entertaining Options for Students

Entertaining options in Philadelphia include Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, Escape Rooms, Ghost Tour of Philadelphia, Philadelphia Zoo and more.

Why Philadelphia for Student Travel?

Philadelphia is a top STEM trip destination for student groups because it combines The Franklin Institute, the Academy of Natural Sciences and the Mutter Museum with walkable revolutionary history. Students can walk through a giant human heart in the morning and stand in Independence Hall in the afternoon.

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The Trip Account app is offered to our groups as they travel.

Included in your trip, group leaders, staff, chaperones and travelers will use the information packed, versatile Trip Account App during their travels.

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Philadelphia Student Travel FAQs

Answers to common questions about Philadelphia educational trips for students, applications, planning and costs.

What are the best STEM activities for students in Philadelphia?

Top STEM activities in Philadelphia include Amazing Adaptations, Animal Encounters, Be a Forensic Anthropologist, Discovery Camps and Drone Workshops. Educational Destinations builds each itinerary around your curriculum and grade level.

How much does a Philadelphia STEM trip cost?

The cost of a Philadelphia STEM trip depends on group size, trip length, transportation and chosen activities. Many museums offer free or discounted student admission, which helps keep trips affordable. Request a free quote for a custom all-inclusive price.

How many days should a student STEM trip to Philadelphia be?

Most student STEM trips to Philadelphia run three to four days, which allows time for the major science attractions and hands-on workshops. Shorter two-day itineraries are possible for nearby schools.

Which Philadelphia museums are best for STEM learning?

The best STEM museums in Philadelphia are Adventure Aquarium, American Helicopter Museum & Education Center, Independence Seaport Museum, Mütter Museum at the College of Physicians of Philadelphia. All offer student workshops and curriculum-aligned programs.

Is Philadelphia safe for student groups?

Yes. Philadelphia is a well-established destination for school groups with a robust tourism infrastructure. Every Educational Destinations trip includes a dedicated Tour Director who stays with your group from departure to return.

What is included in an Educational Destinations trip?

Every Educational Destinations trip is all-inclusive: transportation, lodging, meals, attractions, a dedicated Tour Director, trip account management tools and 24-hour emergency support. Itineraries are custom designed around your curriculum and goals.

When should we book our Philadelphia STEM trip?

Book your Philadelphia STEM trip 9 to 12 months in advance for the best rates and availability, especially for spring travel. Popular museums and workshops require timed reservations that fill early.

Can a Philadelphia STEM trip align with our curriculum standards?

Yes. Educational Destinations is led by former educators who align each itinerary with your curriculum standards, from physics and engineering to environmental science and computer science. Workshops and museum programs are selected to match your learning objectives.

What grade levels benefit most from a Philadelphia STEM trip?

Philadelphia STEM trips serve elementary through high school students. Museums and workshops offer grade-appropriate programming, from introductory discovery labs for younger students to advanced workshops for high schoolers.

How do students and parents pay for the trip?

Each traveler receives a secure online Trip Account for payments and forms, and families can share a Gift Link so relatives can contribute directly. More than $2,000,000 has been contributed to student trips through Gift Link to date.

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