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The FieldTripDirectory.com is a resource for field trips for students, camp groups, homeschool groups and scout troops for day field trips, overnight field trips and youth retreats. Learn about NJ’s museums, zoos and aquariums, botanic gardens, nature centers, historic sites, amusement parks, recreation, performing arts and more in Metro Trenton. CLICK on the ACTIVITY FILTER below to learn about these types of field trips.

Drumthwacket, The Official Residence of the Governor

Tour the official home of the governor. The history of Drumthwacket dates back to the 17th century, when William Olden purchased the land and was the home for nine Governors of New Jersey.  

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Free, Title I, Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Princeton
Trenton
TEL - 609-683-0057
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New Jersey State House

Tours of New Jersey’s State House explore the building’s history, art, and architecture while also educating visitors on the legislative process.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Free, Financial Support GROUP TYPE - School, Camp NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Trenton
TEL - 609-847-3150
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New Jersey State Museum

Take a field trip to the New Jersey State Museum and explore exhibitions in archaeology, the cultural history of NJ, art, and natural history.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Performances. COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Trenton
TEL - 609-292-6464
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Supreme Court of New Jersey

The Supreme Court of New Jersey is the highest court in the state. Group guided tours of the Justice Complex, which includes the Supreme Court, appellate court, and administrative offices.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Guided Tours. COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Trenton
TEL - 609-815-2900
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Terhune Orchards

Terhune Orchards offers educational guided walks that explore life on the farm and discover how farming and nature work together. Visit our barnyard of farm animals, discovery barn and play area and in the fall, add pumpkin and apple picking.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Princeton
Trenton
TEL - 609-924-2310
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New Jersey State House Tours

The Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University administers the State House Express, which can help offset transportation costs for classes visiting the New Jersey State House. Awards are up to $750, based on need.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School GROUP TYPE - School GRANTS
NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Gateway Region NJ
Greater Atlantic City
Shore Region
Skylands Region
Southern Shore Region
Trenton
TEL - 848-932-8750

New Jersey State Police Museum & Learning Center

The New Jersey State Police Museum & Learning Center includes stories about Prohibition in the 1920s, the life of a police trainee and more. 

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Ewing Township
Trenton
TEL - 609-882-2000 ext. 6401

Princeton University Art Museum

Princeton University Art Museum has collections of ancient art, as well as Byzantine, Asian, and indigenous American art. Explore the museum’s virtual exhibitions and activities.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours COST - Free, Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Camp NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Princeton
Trenton
VIRTUAL
TEL - 609-258-3788

Tulpehaking Nature Center

At Tulpehaking Nature Center, explore the Abbot Marshlands with the center’s guided walks and educational programs for groups. Groups can explore their surroundings during hikes of Mercer Meadows, Baldpate Mountain, and other areas.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Trenton
TEL - 609-888-3218

Updike Farmstead

The Updike Farmstead, a former working farm, is now a museum including the original farmhouse, wagon shed, corn crib, garage and garden sheds.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool NEW JERSEY
Delaware River Region
Princeton
Trenton
TEL - 609-921-6748

About us

FieldTripDirectory.com (formerly ClassTrips.com and CampDirectorsResources.com) offers field trip ideas for class trips, scout group trips, camp group field trips, and homeschool group field trips in Trenton—early childhood through college. Search for class trips in Trenton by by group type, cost, activity/curriculum type, grade level, distance, and venue name or keyword.

Day class trips are divided by curriculum and subject area:

  • ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
    Find Trenton art museums, theater, dance, and music concert field trips.
  • EARLY CHILDHOOD
    Find Trenton class trips to children’s museums, petting zoos, and kids’ shows.
  • HISTORY/SOCIAL STUDIES
    View Trenton history museums, government & civics, historic sites, living history museums, and multicultural field trip ideas.
  • LIFE SKILLS
    Find Trenton team building field trips, health & safety exhibits, and character education experiences.
  • SCIENCE & NATURE
    Find Trenton aquariums, botanical gardens, environmental studies & nature centers, farms & mazes, planetariums, science museums, STEAM & STEM field trips, dinosaur exhibits, and zoos.
  • RECREATION
    Find Trenton field trip ideas for adventure parks, ropes courses, ziplines, boat excursions, amusement parks, waterparks, kayaking, rafting, tubing, laser tag paintball, roller skating rinks, ice-skating rinks, mini-golf attractions, indoor amusement & recreation centers, and outdoor amusement & recreation centers.


Overnight field trips include trips to NYC, trips to Boston, trips to Philadelphia, trips to Washington, DC, trips to Chicago, trips to Atlanta, trips to Austin, and other historic cities throughout the US. Retreats are available for environmental education, team building, and recreation.

We created field trip lesson plans to help teachers, scout leaders, camp counselors, and homeschool parents provide an enriching experience for their groups. We know funds for class trips are limited, so we’ve included grants for field trips that cover admission, transportation, and more.

It’s important that students and youth explore new environments, learn about other cultures, and develop an understanding of inclusivity as part of the educational process. People learn in different ways—through hearing, seeing, touching, talking, or doing. Class trips can provide a multi-dimensional learning experience. FieldTripDirectory.com can help you find the right trip for your group. A world of experiences is just a click away at FieldTripDirectory.com.

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