California Science Center Student Space Trips | Educational Destinations
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California Science Center has so much to offer!
Los Angeles pairs world class space attractions with student-friendly itineraries that mix learning and fun.
For Your Students
Students explore the Space Shuttle Endeavour, hands-on science labs and the adjacent Exposition Park museums, take part in hands-on workshops and connect classroom science to real space history.



California Science Center Student Travel Programs and Educational Tours for Schools
Educational Destinations plans custom California Science Center trips around your ensemble and educational goals. Educational Destinations plans custom California Science Center trips around your curriculum and educational goals. Student groups explore the Space Shuttle Endeavour, hands-on science labs and the adjacent Exposition Park museums. Our travel designers build each itinerary around your curriculum, from space history to hands-on engineering labs.
California Science Center Educational Opportunities
Educational opportunities at the California Science Center include interactive astronomy and physics displays, plus workshops and programs selected to match your curriculum.
California Science Center Options for Students
General options for student groups in Los Angeles include Griffith Observatory, Columbia Memorial Space Center (Downey), Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County and more.
California Science Center Museums for Students
Museum options in Los Angeles include Griffith Observatory, Columbia Memorial Space Center (Downey), Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County, each with dedicated student programming.
California Science Center Entertaining Options for Students
Entertaining options in Los Angeles include Grammy Museum at L.A. Live, Beach Towns (Manhattan, Redondo, Venice), California Adventure.
Why California Science Center for Student Travel?
The California Science Center is a top space trip destination for student groups because it offers the Space Shuttle Endeavour, hands-on science labs and the adjacent Exposition Park museums with dedicated student programming.
Explore popular California Science Center options and educational opportunities for students.
Educational Opportunities
- Interactive Astronomy and Physics Displays
- Hands-On STEM Robotics Labs
- Rocket Launch Simulations
- Space Mission STEM Workshops
- Planetarium Shows
- Dinosaur and Fossil Science
- Hands-on Discovery Center labs for K-12 students
- Customized Astronomy Shows
- Eco Challenge and Environmental Science Labs
- MakerSpace Activities, Game Design, and Coding
- Creative Engineering and Team Challenges
- Mission Control and Planetary Exploration Briefings
- Campus Visits with Lab Tours and Professor Talks
- Engineering, Robotics, and Environmental Science Outreach Events
- STEM Days
Educational Attractions
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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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The Trip Account app is available for iPhone and Android.
California Science Center Student Travel FAQs
Answers to common questions about California Science Center educational trips for students, applications, planning and costs.
What can student groups do at the California Science Center?
Student groups can explore the Space Shuttle Endeavour, hands-on science labs and the adjacent Exposition Park museums, join hands-on education programs and take part in grade-appropriate workshops. Educational Destinations builds each visit around your curriculum.
How long should a Los Angeles space trip last?
Most school groups spend two to four days in the area. Your travel designer can build a day trip or a full week program that combines the California Science Center with other STEM attractions.
What will students learn on a Los Angeles space trip?
Students connect classroom science to real space history. Programs cover spaceflight history beside the Space Shuttle Endeavour, ecosystems science and hands-on engineering labs.
When is the best time to visit the California Science Center?
The center is open daily and free general admission makes it budget friendly. Book school programs early for spring.
What is included in an Educational Destinations trip?
Every trip includes custom itinerary design, transportation, hotel accommodations, meals, attraction admissions, a personal ED Tour Director with the group throughout the trip and the Trip Account app for sign-up and payments. All pricing is all-inclusive with no hidden fees.
How many chaperones should our group bring?
We recommend one chaperone for every 10 students. Educational Destinations follows your school policy and includes chaperone pricing in your custom quote.
How much does a student space trip to Los Angeles cost?
Pricing depends on group size, trip length, transportation and chosen activities. Educational Destinations provides an all-inclusive custom quote and offers Gift Link, a free fundraising tool that has helped groups raise more than $2,000,000 for their trips.
How do we get to Los Angeles?
Los Angeles International Airport is about 30 minutes from Exposition Park. Groups within driving distance often travel by motor coach. Educational Destinations arranges all transportation as part of your trip.
How far in advance should we book our trip?
Book 9 to 12 months ahead for the best rates and program availability. Spring is the busiest season for student travel.
Why choose Educational Destinations?
Educational Destinations is the first choice for student space travel, helping teachers open minds and educate students around the world with custom itineraries and a Tour Director with your group throughout the trip.
At the Teacher's Side throughout the entire trip
ED Tour Directors use their commitment and experience to ensure the trip is successful.
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