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National Air and Space Museum has so much to offer!

Washington, DC pairs world class space attractions with student-friendly itineraries that mix learning and fun.


For Your Students

Students explore the world class Smithsonian collection on the National Mall, from the Wright Flyer to the Apollo 11 command module, take part in hands-on workshops and connect classroom science to real space history.

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National Air and Space Museum Student Travel Programs and Educational Tours for Schools

Educational Destinations plans custom National Air and Space Museum trips around your ensemble and educational goals. Educational Destinations plans custom National Air and Space Museum trips around your curriculum and educational goals. Student groups explore the world class Smithsonian collection on the National Mall, from the Wright Flyer to the Apollo 11 command module. Our travel designers build each itinerary around your curriculum, from space history to hands-on engineering labs.

National Air and Space Museum Educational Opportunities

Educational opportunities at the National Air and Space Museum include labx, plus workshops and programs selected to match your curriculum.

National Air and Space Museum Options for Students

General options for student groups in Washington, DC include National Air and Space Museum, Howard University, George Washington University and more.

National Air and Space Museum Museums for Students

Museum options in Washington, DC include National Air and Space Museum, Howard University, George Washington University, each with dedicated student programming.

National Air and Space Museum Entertaining Options for Students

Entertaining options in Washington, DC include Alexandria, Arlington National Cemetery, Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception.

Why National Air and Space Museum for Student Travel?

The National Air and Space Museum is a top space trip destination for student groups because it offers the world class Smithsonian collection on the National Mall, from the Wright Flyer to the Apollo 11 command module with dedicated student programming.

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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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National Air and Space Museum Student Travel FAQs

Answers to common questions about National Air and Space Museum educational trips for students, applications, planning and costs.

What can student groups do at the National Air and Space Museum?

Student groups can explore the world class Smithsonian collection on the National Mall, from the Wright Flyer to the Apollo 11 command module, join hands-on education programs and take part in grade-appropriate workshops. Educational Destinations builds each visit around your curriculum.

How long should a Washington, DC 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 National Air and Space Museum with other STEM attractions.

What will students learn on a Washington, DC space trip?

Students connect classroom science to real space history. Programs cover spaceflight history beside the Apollo 11 command module, aviation from the Wright Flyer onward and hands-on STEM learning labs.

When is the best time to visit the National Air and Space Museum?

The museum is open daily and free admission makes it budget friendly. Timed entry passes are required so book ahead.

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 Washington, DC 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 Washington, DC?

Three major airports serve the Washington, DC region and the museum sits on the National Mall. 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.

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