Plan a Class Trip to New York City

New York City reigns supreme as a top destination for student group trips. There’s so much to see and do, it’s hard to squeeze it all in. When you’re ready to make your standard student trip a stand-out experience, check out New York City.

New York City Highlights

Rockefeller Center

Rockefeller Center is great for student groups. The observation deck at Top of the Rock is usually less crowded than the Empire State Building and offers a stunning, unobstructed view of the city. The NBC Studios tour is popular with students and tons of fun.

The 9/11 Memorial Museum

Located at the World Trade Center in New York City, the 9/11 Memorial Museum tells the story of September 11, 2001. Student groups will explore media, narratives, and a collection of monumental and authentic artifacts, along with personal stories of loss, recovery, and hope.

Lower East Side Tenement Museum and Ellis Island

The Lower East Side Tenement Museum is a landmark building that tells the story of immigrants to New York City between the 19^th and 21^st centuries through the personal experiences of those who lived here. Couple this experience with a trip to Ellis Island to help students understand the role of immigration in our nation’s evolving identity.

Hudson Yards

Hudson Yards is a sprawling, gleaming 26+ acre complex on the West Side of Midtown Manhattan. It’s a neighborhood comprised of restaurants, shops, office space, residences, gardens and green space, attractions – including The Edge!

Itinerary

Day 1

Arrive in NYC and meet your Full Scope Tour Director
Take in the sights and sounds of Rockefeller Plaza
Tour iconic Radio City Music Hall
Get a bird's eye view of the city at Top of the Rock or the Empire State Building

Day 2

Visit the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island
Explore Chinatown and Little Italy
Experience the 9/11 Memorial & Museum
Visit iconic Times Square
Take in a thrilling Broadway show

Day 3

Visit the American Museum of Natural History
Take a guided tour of the city

Contact For Full Itinerary

In my 30 years of working with tour companies in education, Kaleidoscope Adventures stands in a class of its own. The level of professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to service is unmatched. If you’re looking for a tour company that truly understands student travel and goes above and beyond to ensure a smooth, memorable experience, look no further than Kaleidoscope Adventures.

Tom B.

Cannon School

We had an absolutely amazing experience on our recent kids’ trip to Disney! From start to finish, everything was organized so well, and the entire experience was smooth and unforgettable. A huge part of what made this trip so special was our incredible guide, Stevie. Stevie did an outstanding job keeping the kids engaged, excited, and having fun every step of the way. You could see how naturally the kids connected with him — he made everyone feel included, safe, and part of the adventure. His energy, patience, and leadership truly set the tone for an amazing trip.

Cameron C.

Cario Middle School Orchestra

Our trip to Washington, D.C. was fantastic. The company put together an itinerary that was the perfect balance between musical activities, educational experiences, and fun stuff for the kids. Highlights of the trip included the Smithsonian Museums, viewing the monuments in the National Mall, the Festivals of Music performance, the awards ceremony at Medieval Times, and the rides at Six Flags America. Our tour guides, Katie and Gabby, were outstanding. They helped the bus drivers navigate driving in D.C. They provided options for us when the weather decided not to cooperate. I hope to work with them again in the future.

James N.

Connetquot High School Music

Our trip to France was AMAZING in every possible way. Our guide Shona was phenomenal, cannot say enough about her. She was funny, engaging, informative & learned everyone’s name (41 of us) by the end of our trip. She’s the best! This trip will be one of the highlights of my life. We saw beautiful Nice, Aux-en-Provence, Avignon, Monaco & Paris. The Eiffel Tower was breathtaking & the Louvre was impressive. The French people were so nice & we enjoyed every aspect of this trip. Accommodations were great as well, and the food was outstanding. A+++ for this trip. Merci beaucoup!!!

Judith T.

Groton-Dunstable Regional High School Band & Choir

Kaleidoscope made this trip super easy! Participants could pay using the online portal which made collecting funds simple. When we ended up with less than the original quote, they helped us brainstorm in order to keep the trip cost the same for the students. The office staff was easy to contact and just top notch! Once on the trip, we had a blast! They built a wonderful itinerary that included Southern Star Music Festival, two days in Six Flags, Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, The Varsity, and an Atlanta Braves game! We had meal vouchers at the various locations which made sure our middle schoolers ate! LauraAnne was incredible at communication and in helping to ensure that we had a fantastic experience! Best host ever!

Maurice B.

East Edisto Middle School Choir

This trip was truly the trip of a lifetime. Our tour directors, Gabby and Keith were excellent in every single way. Their communication was clear and consistent, we never felt like we were left in the dark or did not know how to be prepared for the next itinerary item. There were a few tricky moments, as expected, they were handled with the upmost professionalism and grace. The sights and sounds of London were echoed throughout our group and I loved having room in the schedule to explore on our own as well as doing activities as a group.

Megan B.

Pride of Dayton Marching Band

Wonderful tour! Nashville is a beautiful city with so many attractions to see. We used this company for a school band trip. They kept us safe, organized, and entertained the entire duration. Highly recommend having Lighthouse Linda for a guide! Thanks for helping us make lasting memories with our kiddos!

Tamara V.

Acadiana Renaissance Charter Academy Band

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