Art School Trips

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Do your art students need inspiration? Do you want to give them the opportunity to see for themselves some of the world’s greatest works of art? We’ll work closely with you to ensure that your school art trip offers all of this and more, whether you choose to stay in the UK or travel abroad.

Wherever you choose to go, your students will have some unforgettable experiences of art that will leave them feeling truly inspired.

Why choose Halsbury?

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Art activities that your school group will love

Louvre Museum

Take your students to see Mona Lisa's famous smile, and countless works of the world's most famous art, at the Louvre Museum.

Musée de l'Orangerie

Housing masterpieces by the likes of Monet, Renoir, Picasso, and many more, the Musée de l'Orangerie is a brilliant experience for students – particularly those studying art.

Museu Picasso

Picasso lived recurrently in Barcelona as a young man, and this museum has some important pieces from this formative period

Guggenheim New York

The original Guggenheim Museum, conceived by Solomon Guggenheim in 1937, is a must-see when visiting the Big Apple.

Metropolitan Museum

One of the world’s most prestigious art galleries, the Met’s comprehensive permanent collectionspans five thousand years of art from a

Borghese Gallery and Museum

The Borghese Gallery and Museum houses a wonderful collection of some of the most important Renaissance and Baroque paintings in the world.

East Side Gallery

The longest surviving section of the Wall that once divided the city, this half-mile stretch along the bank of the River Spree was decorated by artists from across the world in 1990.

Uffizi Gallery

Florence's finest art gallery grew out of the private collection of the city's ruling de' Medici dynasty.

Where can we visit in the UK?

The UK can offer plenty of inspiration and education for your young artists. This country has an incredible artistic heritage to explore, with some of the world’s most highly regarded galleries and museums.

In St. Ives, Cornwall, your students will have the opportunity to visit real-life artists in their modern studios. And in Bristol, your students will see how social, political and economic factors have inspired the local street art scene and its most famous artist, Banksy.

At the other end of the UK, Scotland’s biggest cities - Edinburgh and Glasgow - are a highlight. Edinburgh hosts several national galleries, while Glasgow is home to works by van Gogh, Degas, and Monet.

What are the best destinations abroad?

If you want to take your students overseas, there are several brilliant locations that we recommend for an art-focused trip.

You could travel to any of the world’s major art capitals, including Paris, Barcelona, Florence, Venice, Rome, Amsterdam or New York.

You could even choose to visit Japan, where your students will learn about the unique artistic traditions that developed during the time Japan closed itself off from the rest of the world.

Or head to Berlin, where your students will learn more about how art can be used as a reaction to politics.

What's the benefit of an art school trip?

For students who are developing their knowledge and understanding of art, a school trip is a chance to learn more about art history and the important role that art plays in wider culture.

They’ll see world-famous works for themselves and develop their independent judgements and personal reflections. And they’ll also learn more about how historical and social context is important in terms of understanding a piece of art.

Plus, art school trips allow students to discover how different genres and styles developed. You can even focus on how one particular artist developed over their career, finding out how their style and subjects were influenced by what was happening around them.

Learning about what inspired and influenced other artists can help students to better understand what inspires and influences them as artists. Are they inspired by the environment in which they live, world events, or something else?

Finally, they’ll also discover new styles and media to work with. For example, in Barcelona they’ll see how architecture can be a form of artistic expression, while in New York they can learn about photography.

What support do we provide?

Our travel advisers will work with you to plan and organise an art trip tailored perfectly to your needs – whether you want to focus on a particular artist, style, or form of art, we can make it happen. 

Just let us know what your focus is, and we’ll figure out the best mix of destinations and activities for your group. 
In fact, we’ll be with you every step of the way, from now until you return home at the end of your trip. While abroad, you can reach us with just one phone call, at any time of the day or night.

With a comprehensive level of support while you’re away, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy the experience as much as your students.