Visit a 19th century operating theatre and learn more about Florence Nightingale on your history school trip to London!
£159PP
2 days, 1 nights
A London school trip offers an unforgettable chance to experience the UK capital for your students.
This may be a student's first time in London, or it may be a city they know well. But the wonderful thing about London is that it offers so many exciting educational opportunities that you can visit over and over again without doing the same thing twice.
London is proof that you don’t have to travel too far for a school trip that will leave your students feeling inspired. And remember, all the educational trip itineraries on our website are examples – we’ll tailor-make your visit to London to meet your specific learning objectives and requirements.
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Medicine Through Time In London
Cross Curricular Trip to London
It's hard to beat a school trip to London for exciting opportunities for cultural enrichment within the UK!
£159PP
2 days, 1 nights
Performing Arts Trip to London
See a show and take part in professional workshops in London's world-famous West End.
£165PP
2 days, 1 nights
English Literature Trip to London
Your English literature school trip to London will bring plays, including those of Shakespeare, to life for your students!
£159PP
2 days, 1 nights
Religious Studies Trip to London
Religious studies school trips to London help your students to understand the importance of religious tolerance.
£269PP
3 days, 2 nights
WW1 History Trip to London
Your students will explore the importance of remembrance and commemorating WW1 on your history school trip to London!
£159PP
2 days, 1 nights
WW2 History Trip to London
Discover what life was like on the Home Front during WW2 and visit the Churchill War Rooms.
£159PP
2 days, 1 nights
Residential Trip to Lee Valley
Try a variety of watersports at the London 2012 Olympic facility on your residential school trip to Lee Valley, near London!
£300PP
3 days, 2 nights
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Why book a London school trip?
Cultural capital
London is the UK's cultural capital, so it is a great destination for almost any subject. It's home to many museums and art galleries, such as the science museum and the national gallery, along with other important cultural and historical institutions.
London is also the UK’s primary destination for theatre, making it the perfect choice for performing arts groups, or even an English literature class. Your students will love seeing famous plays and musicals at London’s world-famous West End and can even take part in professional workshops to develop their own skills.
And English students, in particular, will love the Warner Bros. Studio Tour, where the world of Harry Potter is brought to life.
Discover fascinating history
London has been a major settlement for over 2,000 years, making it a historian’s paradise! History groups can focus on medicine through time or the experience of those living in wartime Britain.
Plus, London boasts some of the best museums in the world, from the grand institutions on Exhibition Road, such as the Victoria and Albert Museum and the Natural History Museum, to smaller, more niche museums, such as the Old Operating Theatre. This means that whatever your subject focus, you can be sure there will be a museum in London that can help you bring it to life for your students.
Experience multiculturalism and diversity
One of the most exciting things about London is how diverse and multicultural the city is. This makes it a great choice for a religious studies group, as your students will be able to visit important places of worship and enjoy guided tours focused on faith in the city.
See the sights
A trip to London offers students the opportunity to see important historic buildings and monuments that they will be familiar with but will be hugely excited to see for themselves – imagine the excitement of seeing Buckingham Palace or Big Ben for the first time!
Activities in London that your school group will love
Imperial War Museum London
Through its exhibitions, collections and varied programmes, the Imperial War Museum London offers a stimulating and memorable learning experience.
Natural History Museum
The Natural History Museum is the world's leading museum of natural history.
West End Show
Take your group to London's famous West End and catch an incredible show.
National Theatre Backstage Tours
Get exclusive access to unseen parts of the National Theatre on a tour led by experienced and enthusiastic guides.
Buckingham Palace
Buckingham Palace serves as both the office and London residence of Her Majesty The Queen, as well as the administrative
Westminster Abbey
With a rich tradition of Christian worship and over a thousand years of history, pupils will be inspired by a
London Eye
The London Eye is the world’s biggest observation wheel.
Tower of London
There are dozens of amazing sights and activities at the Tower of London.
Warner Bros Studio Tour - The Making of Harry Potter
Bring Harry Potter to life with a visit to Warner Bros.
The London Dungeon
The London Dungeon recreates various gruesome and horrifying historical events in a comedic, 'gallows humour' style, which makes it extremely
Houses Of Parliament
Take a guided tour around the houses of Parliament where you will be able to see the Commons and Lords
Why Teachers Trust Halsbury
Over 40 years’ experience.
From making the most of your time to supporting you while you’re away, our experience means your trip is in safe hands.
Trusted by over 900 teachers every year.
And 98% of them rated their trip as ‘good’ or above last year*.
Financially protected school trips.
We’re members of ABTA, ATOL and ABTOT, so you know your trip is in safe hands.
We take safety seriously.
As an Assured Member of the School Travel Forum, we have a robust Safety Management System in place.
Risk assessments made easy.
Our LOtC Quality Badge and Safety Management System make the risk assessment process quicker and easier.
We’re safeguarding champions.
We work with Patronus Safeguarding to ensure all safeguarding concerns are recorded and managed clearly and consistently.
Quality trips designed to deliver real impact.
Our experts will work closely with you to design a trip that meets your learning objectives (and we hold the LOtC Quality Badge).
24/7 support while you’re away.
We’ll be just a phone call away while you’re on your trip, ready to step in if the unexpected happens.
Free inspection visits.
Enjoy two nights’ free accommodation on an inspection visit so you can complete risk assessments.
Our smart digital portal makes trip admin easy.
Collect passport and dietary information quickly and simply with our My Trip Zone.
*Customer satisfaction survey January 2025 – December 2025
FAQs
How long should we spend in London?
To make the most out of everything that the capital has to offer, we would recommend spending at least 2 days in London.
What's the best way to get around London with a group of students?
The London Underground, better known as the Tube, is by far the best and quickest way to get around London.
Which visits are a must on a school trip to London?
There is so much to see and do in London that it's hard to narrow it down to a couple of visits that you mustn't miss, but the Houses of Parliament, as the heart of government in the UK, is certainly an unmissable visit for school groups.
And for great views of London, a cruise on the Thames and a trip on the London Eye are unbeatable.
The Natural History Museum is one of the best museums in the world, while the Imperial War Museum is a must-visit for any group interested in WW1 or WW2 history.
Are there any free things to do in London?
Yes, in fact, there are lots of things to do in London that won't cost a penny, including many of the world-class museums. The Natural History Museum, Victoria and Albert Museum and British Museum, for example, are all completely free!
Can I arrange a cross-curricular school trip to London?
Yes, London is one of the best destinations in the UK, if not the whole of Europe, for a cross-curricular trip. There are exciting opportunities here for many subjects, including history, performing arts, English literature, and religious studies.
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