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Find out why Educational Destinations is the 1st choice in educational Space Camp group tours
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Across the country, educational space-themed student trips provide curriculum-aligned programming that inspires students to think beyond the classroom. The Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C., offers free guided tours and hands-on exhibits focused on the history and future of spaceflight. At the California Science Center in Los Angeles, students will explore the space shuttle Endeavour and participate in guided STEM labs that cover propulsion, navigation and space innovation. These experiences not only meet academic standards but also motivate students to consider careers in aerospace and science.
What makes these trips truly memorable is the immersive, experiential learning that bridges education with adventure. Whether walking beneath the Saturn V rocket in Huntsville or designing a mock Mars habitat at the Museum of Flight in Seattle, students are encouraged to collaborate, innovate and dream big. From coast to coast, educational student space trips ignite curiosity and build foundational skills in engineering, technology and critical thinking—making them a top choice for schools seeking impactful, future-focused travel.
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex (Space)
Immerse your students at the home of NASA launches and Space Trek by Atlantis Educational Services. You’ll also enjoy Astronaut Encounter and Shuttle Launch Experience, STEM-focused camps, labs and mission simulations with hands-on exhibits on Mars exploration, space shuttles and more.
Location: Merritt Island, Florida
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
U.S. Space & Rocket Center (Space)
U.S. Space & Rocket Center offers Space Camp®, Aviation Challenge®, Robotics Camp, Simulators, rocket building, underwater astronaut training and is ideal for multi-day STEM immersion.
Location: Huntsville, Alabama
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Johnson Space Center/Space Center Houston (Space)
Known as the official visitor center of NASA Johnson Space Center, this destination offers educator-led field trips, the Space Center University program, behind-the-scenes tram tours of NASA facilities, robotics, rocketry and astronaut training simulations.
Location: Houston, Texas
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum (Space)
Intrepid is home to the Space Shuttle Enterprise and provides STEM education workshops and guided programs along with space-themed exhibits covering missions and innovation.
Location: New York City, New York
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Challenger Learning Centers (Space)
With over 40 centers nationwide, Challenger Learning Centers offer immersive, mission-based space simulations for students. They focus on teamwork, problem-solving and STEM application. They provide customizable programs aligned with school curriculum.
Location: Various Locations
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum (Space)
This Smithsonian Institution Museum features historic space artifacts, school tours, STEM in 30 virtual series, planetarium shows, Apollo, Hubble and Mars exploration exhibits.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center (Space)
Students will engage in curriculum-aligned programs like the, "How Things Fly," demonstrations and the Smithsonian TechQuest: Astronaut Academy, an interactive game that challenges students to solve STEM-related tasks as they train for a simulated mission to Mars.
Location: Chantilly, VA
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Adler Planetarium (Space)
Students will immerse themselves in Astronomy and space science exhibits and programming. The Adler Planetarium offers student group workshops, lectures, hands-on activities and includes historic space instruments and immersive shows.
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
California Science Center (Space)
The California Science Center hosts Space Shuttle Endeavour, interactive space exhibits and group educational programs. The Center also offers workshops and IMAX screenings on space exploration.
Location: Los Angeles, California
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Museum of Flight (Space)
Featuring a NASA space shuttle trainer, spacecraft and robotics exhibits, the Museum of Flight presents student STEM programs that include astronaut training and Mars base simulations. Students will also enjoy Destination Moon and other space science missions.
Location: Seattle, Washington
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Great Lakes Science Center (Space)
Explore the NASA Glenn Visitor Center on-site which presents NASA-themed exhibits and STEM-based student programs. Students can participate in space-themed labs, engineering challenges and more.
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
The Museum of Space History (Space)
Through its Rocketeer Academy, the museum provides a variety of interactive STEM-H programs that align with educational standards and inspire curiosity. These programs are designed to promote critical thinking, teamwork and a deeper understanding of space-related sciences.
Location: Alamogordo, NM
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
National Radio Astronomy Observatory (Space)
The National Radio Astronomy Observatory (NRAO) offers a range of educational opportunities for student groups interested in exploring the universe through radio astronomy. These programs are designed to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers by providing hands-on learning experiences in a real-world research environment.
Location: Magdalena, NM
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School, College
Adventure Science Center (Space)
Adventure Science Center offers interactive, curriculum-aligned STEM experiences in Nashville that ignite curiosity and deepen science understanding. Inside the Sudekum Planetarium, students will take part in immersive full‑dome astronomy shows and live science demonstrations led by educators. For added enrichment, groups can schedule guided scavenger hunts, interactive science shows and lab sessions where students actively apply STEM concepts.
Location: Nashville, TN
Best for: Grade School, Middle-Junior High and High School
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It’s no surprise that Educational Destinations sets and exceeds student travel standards. We aim to provide the best service, communication, experience and safety for all of our groups. When researching for your travel provider, please download this PDF checklist HERE to ensure that your group is taking advantage of all of the essential building blocks of a successful, safe, and FUN trip! If you have questions or are ready to get started on your next trip, please call 800.616.1112 or request your customized quote.
Custom Designed Trips
ED will create a custom designed trip for your group that is shaped by your priorities, goals and wishes, and powered by your passions. ED is committed to listening and working one-on-one with you to build the perfect trip for your students. There are no stock trips here - just your trip.
Group Travel Specialists
Led by award-winning teachers, ED exceeds the needs and expectations of students, teaching staff, parents and administrators. ED anticipates group needs and delivers group wishes, without surprises or hidden costs. Our experience and expertise enable us to bring the best quality trips, events, experiences and opportunities to your group.
All-Inclusive Price
ED’s custom trips are cost-effective and inclusive, without hidden costs – a great value for your travelers. Charter coaches, flights, hotels, meals, sightseeing, events, taxes and gratuities are covered for each traveler. A 24/7 Emergency Contact System is included for each traveling group.
Cutting Edge Technology
Through ED's parent company, ED is the only student travel company providing Trip Account, an internet-based program that provides you a complete trip resource center 24 hours a day. Also included in your trip is the Trip Account App: Educators, group leaders, staff, chaperones and travelers will use the information packed, versatile Trip Account App during their travels.
Personal Tour Director
A signature feature of every trip is the ED Tour Director, always right by the teacher’s side, managing all travel aspects of your trip: transportation, events, meals, lodging, tickets and more. Our TD’s training and management skills let the teacher focus on the students and education.
Safety is Priority #1
ED is pro-active on safety, sending the Tour Director World Aware® alerts, sharing best practices in travel safety, emergency procedures and travel hints with chaperones and staff, ensuring traveler accountability, monitoring vendor service/performance and tellng travelers of changes or emergencies with the Trip Account App.
Trusted Leader in Travel
ED is an active member of these respected travel suppliers and organizations: Walt Disney World & Disneyland, Universal Orlando, American Bus Association, National Tour Association, Student Youth Travel Association and more. View all ED’s partners and awards here.
Doing the right thing
ED is deeply committed to high quality educational group travel. We love what we do, and we work hard to do it better than everyone. Creating memorable performance trips that leave positive, life-changing impressions on your students and community is a privilege that we don’t take lightly. Please talk to us about your next trip.
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