Philadelphia Field Trip Attractions-Philly Class Trips and School Trips, Educational Field Trips

Philadelphia Student & Group Attractions 1. American History 2. Art Appreciation 3. Architecture 4. Biology & Botany 5. Science & Medicine 6. English Literature 7. Multicultural Studies 8. Performing Arts Philadelphia field trips is the perfect destination for an educational, entertaining and exciting experience. From History to the arts, recreation to science, you'll find a long list of choices to meet the interests and needs of your group. We look forward to helping you plan a dynamic tour!
American History	Historic Houses of Germantown See where the Battle of Germantown was fought during the American Revolution, the first bible was published and more. Independence National Historical Park Tour “America’s most historic square mile” including, the Liberty Bell Center, Independence Hall, Second Bank of the United States, Congress Hall, Carpenters’ Hall and more. Independence Seaport Museum Explore the region’s maritime heritage with interactive exhibits, magnificent ship models and more than 14,000 artifacts. Visit Admiral Dewey’s 1892 cruiser Olympia and the World War II submarine, Becuna. Lights of Liberty Show Experience the drama of the American Revolution as it happened, where it happened. Five-story projections on historic buildings and wireless headsets equipped with 3-D sound bring Colonial Philadelphia to life. National Constitution Center Learn about the Constitution of the United States at the only museum dedicated to the Constitution; featuring more than 100 interactive, multimedia exhibits and “Signers Hall,” with life-size statues of the signers of the Constitution. National Liberty Museum Celebrate American heroes and the ideals of freedom at this museum honoring more than 1,000 outstanding individuals of all ethnic backgrounds. Once Upon A Nation The sights and sounds of Colonial Philadelphia come alive through a cast of storytellers, who take to the streets sharing Philadelphia’s rich past through interesting tales. Valley Forge National Historical Park Visit this historic site and recreation area where Gen George Washington and his troops survived the famed encampment of 1777-78. Washington Crossing Historic Park Visit this 500-acre site and recreational area where George Washington led his troops across the Delaware River for a pivotal battle.

Battleship New Jersey Memorial & Museum Tour the Navy’s most decorated warship and visit simulated operations areas spanning five deck levels. Betsy Ross House Visit the house of Betsy Ross – the Philadelphia patriot believed to have made the first American flag – and see how working-class people lived in Colonial Philadelphia. Christ Church and Burial Ground Sit in the same pews where George Washington, Betsy Ross, and Benjamin Franklin worshipped and visit the burial ground containing the graves of Franklin and other famous Revolutionary War leaders Civil War Museum and Library (Underground Railroad) Learn about the Civil War at the oldest chartered Civil War institution in America and read the personal stories of the abolitionists and others involved in the Underground Railroad, and the antislavery movement. Elfreth’s Alley Walk down the oldest continuously occupied residential street in the nation and a National Historic Landmark. Fort Mifflin on the Delaware Visit the site of the greatest bombardment of the American Revolution and the oldest fortification in continuous use in the United States, from 1771-1954. Franklin Court Follow in the footsteps of Franklin and see the “Ghost House” depicting Franklin’s home; an underground museum with displays, including Franklin’s inventions and interactive exhibits; a real working colonial-era print shop; and the B. Free Franklin Post Office, the first in the U.S. founded by Franklin.
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Art Appreciation	Mural Arts Tour Philadelphia is the “mural capital of the world,” with more than 2,500 murals throughout the city, many of which are showcased in this tour through Philadelphia’s neighborhoods. Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts Visit America’s oldest museum and school of fine arts, which houses a renowned collection of famous American works of art spanning four centuries. Philadelphia Museum of Art Explore one of the largest and most comprehensive art museums in the United States featuring collections from around the world, including more than 300,000 works spanning 2,000 years. Rodin Museum See the largest collection of Rodin sculptures and drawings outside of Paris.

The Barnes Foundation Discover one of the finest private collections of early French-Modern and Postimpressionist paintings in the world. Brandywine River Museum View a collection of works by three generations of Wyeths and other great artists and American illustrators.
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Architecture	City Hall Tour the largest and most elaborate city hall in the country, which features a 548-foot tower, topped by a 37-foot bronze statue of William Penn. See the actual cell of some of America’s most notorious criminals, including Willie Sutton and Al Capone at this architectural and historically significant prison. Masonic Temple This National Historic Landmark, which lists George Washington among its members, features guided tours through seven ornate lodge halls, each one representing a different architectural style. Continue...