Planning a school field trip? Varsity Travel makes it easy to give students a day full of learning, discovery, and fun. Based in Winchester, VA, we provide safe, reliable, and comfortable motorcoach transportation to some of the region’s most popular educational destinations. Whether you’re looking for hands-on history, exciting science exhibits, or just a well-earned day of fun, we’ll get you there safely and stress-free.
Here are our top recommended field trip spots:
1. Frontier Culture Museum – Staunton, VA
Step into the past at this living history museum, where students can explore historic farms and villages from Europe, Africa, and early America. Interactive demonstrations and costumed interpreters make history come alive.
2. Washington, D.C. – Smithsonian Museums & Monuments
The nation’s capital is packed with educational opportunities. From the National Air and Space Museum to the Natural History Museum and iconic landmarks, there’s no shortage of fascinating stops for curious young minds.
3. National Zoo – Washington, D.C.
Students can see giant pandas, big cats, reptiles, and hundreds of other animals while learning about wildlife conservation. The zoo’s exhibits are engaging for all ages and a perfect complement to classroom science lessons.
4. Theme Parks – Hersheypark & Kings Dominion
Ideal for end-of-year celebrations or reward trips, these parks offer thrilling rides, live shows, and group activities that make for a fun and memorable day outside the classroom.
5. Jamestown Settlement – Williamsburg, VA
Bring early American history to life with a visit to Jamestown. Students can explore replicas of 17th-century ships, a Powhatan Indian village, and a colonial fort while gaining a deeper understanding of America’s first permanent English settlement.
6. Baltimore – National Aquarium & Maryland Science Center
Baltimore’s Inner Harbor is home to two exciting learning destinations. The National Aquarium offers up-close encounters with marine life, while the Maryland Science Center provides interactive exhibits, planetarium shows, and engaging science demonstrations.
At Varsity Travel, we’re committed to making school trips easy, safe, and comfortable for students, teachers, and chaperones. Our modern motorcoaches are equipped for a smooth ride, so you can focus on the experience, not the logistics.