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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 Texas’s museums, zoos and aquariums, botanic gardens, nature centers, historic sites, amusement parks, recreation, performing arts and more in Metro Austin. CLICK on the ACTIVITY FILTER below to learn about these types of field trips.  

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Museum of Ice Cream- Austin

Celebrate the joy of uninhibited playtime and unlimited desserts in a vibrant wonderland of immersive installations! Designed to be a safe space for human connection and learning through play, Museum of Ice Cream is the sweetest spot in Austin for unforgettable frosty fun!

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
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Outdoor School and Champions Retreat

Champions Retreat and The Outdoor School offer day and overnight field trips from August through May. Whether you are looking for an overnight field trip, or weekend event, we have you covered.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College, All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Overnights, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
Austin
Marble FallsTEL - 512-676-0032 Read More

PINSTACK

PINSTACK is a one-of-a-kind indoor entertainment and dining destination, hosting school groups, social groups, corporate events of all sizes since 2015.

GRADE LEVEL - Elementary School, Middle School, High School, College PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
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San AntonioTEL - Austin: 512-580-0555. Plano: 972-781-2695. Las Colinas/Irving/: 214-765-2695. Allen: 972-869-2695 San Antonio: 726-999-2800 Read More

The Thinkery

The Thinkery is the premier place for children to ask “why” and “how” – and find answers! Exhibit galleries teach children about STEM concepts, while also engaging their imaginations through creative play.

GRADE LEVEL - Early Childhood, Elementary School PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Outreach. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-469-6200 Read More

Zilker Botanical Gardens

Featuring a number of different gardens, Zilker Botanical Gardens has something for allinterests, including the two newest additions: the Hartman Prehistoric Garden, and the Green Garden.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-477-8672 Read More

Austin Nature & Science Center

The Austin Nature & Science Center’s (ANSC) mission is to provide hands-on educational exhibits and recreational activities that increase awareness and appreciation of the natural environment.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee, Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-974-3888

Austin Symphony Orchestra

The Young People’s Concerts presented annually by the Austin Symphony Orchestra reach more than 30,000 Central Texas fourth, fifth and sixth graders. These concerts introduce young people to classical music.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Performances COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-476-6064

Austin Zoo

Austin Zoo assist animals in need through rescue, rehabilitation and education. Located on 15 acres of land, the Zoo features over 350 animals of more than 100 different species.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities, Outreach. COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-288-1490

Blanton Museum of Art

A major resource for the community, the Blanton Museum of Art showcases art through the ages, from ancient Greek to Abstract Expressionism. Visit #MuseumFromHome to learn about the museum’s collection and hands-on activities.https://blantonmuseum.org/

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
Austin
VIRTUALTEL - 512-471-5482

Bullock Museum

At the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum explore history, science, language arts, ESL, the arts, and many other stories about Texas.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Self-Guided Activities, Guided Activities, Performances COST - Title I, Financial Support, Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-936-4639

George Washington Carver Museum

The George Washington Carver Museum exhibits historical and cultural materials reflective of persons of African descent living in Austin and the United States.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Free GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-974-3660

Mexic-Arte Museum

Mexic-Arte Museum is a fine arts museum whose exhibits focus on traditional and contemporary Mexican, Latino, and Latino art and culture.

GRADE LEVEL - All Grades PROGRAM TYPE - Day Trips, Self-Guided Tours, Guided Activities COST - Fee GROUP TYPE - School, Scout, Camp, Homeschool, Family TEXAS
AustinTEL - 512-480-9373
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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 Austin—early childhood through college. Search for class trips in Austin 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 Austin art museums, theater, dance, and music concert field trips.
  • EARLY CHILDHOOD
    Find Austin class trips to children’s museums, petting zoos, and kids’ shows.
  • HISTORY/SOCIAL STUDIES
    View Austin history museums, government & civics, historic sites, living history museums, and multicultural field trip ideas.
  • LIFE SKILLS
    Find Austin team building field trips, health & safety exhibits, and character education experiences.
  • SCIENCE & NATURE
    Find Austin aquariums, botanical gardens, environmental studies & nature centers, farms & mazes, planetariums, science museums, STEAM & STEM field trips, dinosaur exhibits, and zoos.
  • RECREATION
    Find Austin 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 Washington, DC, trips to Chicago, trips to Atlanta, 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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