We offer school science trips to Europe that will stimulate the curiosity of your students and give them a greater insight into the wide world of science.
We arrange science and technology tours to the following destinations:
Switzerland
CERN and Geneva
Cern*
CERN, the European Organization for Nuclear Research, is one of the world’s largest and most respected centres for scientific research.
At the centre of the CERN visitor experience, the Globe is where visitors begin their voyage of discovery, in the permanent exhibition “Universe of particles“.
A visit to CERN lasts approximately half a day and includes:
- Introductory presentation
- A film
- A visit to one of the experiments or an accelerator
Due to the high volume of visitors to CERN we recommend that you book your guided tour at least 4-6 months in advance. Tours are free of charge and can be booked Monday to Saturday.
CERN guided tours for student groups must be booked directly by the school.
Suggested visits for your trip to Geneva:
- History of Science Museum
- Natural History Museum
- United Nations Headquarters guided tour
- Lake Geneva sightseeing cruise
- The Old Town
- Chocolate tasting
- International Museum of the Red Cross & Red Crescent
- Patek Philippe Museum
- Traditional cheese fondue meal
- Chamonix
- Montenvers train from Chamonix to Mer de Glace
- Mer de Glace and the Crystal Gallery and Glaciorium
- Ten pin bowling
More information on our school trips to Switzerland.
Italy
Florence
The beautiful city of Florence offers numerous possibilities for students studying mathematics, science or engineering. Combined with an art or language trip it is a city that has something for everyone.
Proposed visits can include:
- Museo Galileo – Institute and Museum of the History of Science
- Museo Leonardiano Vinci
- Garden of Archimedes – Museum of Mathematics
- Palazzo Pitti – Pitti Palace
- Galleria Dell’ Accademia di Firenze – home to Michelangelo’s David
- Opera di Santa Croce
- Ponte Vecchio – world famous symbol of Florence
- Piazza del Duomo
- Florence Cathedral and Dome
- Leaning Tower of Pisa
We can arrange a complete package for your trip including the itinerary, accommodation, transport, tours and visits. Please get in touch with us today.
France
Paris
Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie
The Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie is one of the largest science and technology museums in the world. Exhibitions are organised around the major themes of science, technology and industry.
Cité des Sciences et de l’Industrie*
Programmes include:
- Exhibitions
- Interactive activities, demonstrations and workshops
- Giant screen cinema – IMAX and 3D
- Planetarium
- Theatre shows
- The Argonaute Submarine
Palais de la Découverte
At the Palais de la Découverte six themes are presented in an entertaining and educational way:
Palais de la Découverte*
- Astronomy/astrophysics
- Chemistry
- Geosciences
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Earth sciences
You will find permanent and visiting exhibitions, guided tours, workshops and conferences with on-the-spot experiments and where you can ask questions of the scientists.
Toulouse
Also know as Aerospace Valley, Toulouse is home to a cluster of aerospace engineering companies and research centres. Home to the Airbus, it also hosts several museums for those interested in aerospace and aviation.
Aerospace and technology tours in Toulouse:
- “Lets Visit Airbus” – discovery guided tour
- Aeroscopia Aeronautical Museum
- Cite de l’Espace – space museum
- Toulouse-Blagnac Airport – behind the scenes guided tour
- Veolia Waste Water Plant guided tour
For more information on tours to Toulouse, please get in touch.
Poitiers
Futuroscope
Futuroscope is one of the largest and most popular educational theme parks in Europe. Situated in the Poitou-Charentes to the west of France Futuroscope offers an amazing experience of discovery.
Over 30 park attractions include:
- Films in giant format
- Thrill-filled rides
- 3D rides with 4D effects
- Games
- Live shows
- Open air activities
- Gigantic sculptures
We can arrange for your school group to be accommodated on-site at Futuroscope, just a few minutes’ walk from the park. Meals can be taken either at the park or at the hotel.
The Opal Coast
The close proximity of the Opal Coast makes it a perfect destination for a school technology trip to France.
We offer a huge variety of technology visits to the Opal Coast region including:
Boulangerie*
- Traditional boulangerie with tasting
- Chocolate factory with tasting
- Nausicaa Sea Life Centre
- Arc International glass factory
- Sweet factory
Germany
Munich
Munich offers numerous opportunities for science and technology visits and is home to the Deutsches Museum, one of the largest science and technology museums in the world.
Suggested visits:
- Allianz Arena guided tour
- BMW Museum
- Deutsches Technology Museum
- Olympic Tower
- Munich Airport Tour
- Sea Life Munich
- Hofbrauhaus Restaurant
Berlin
Berlin is a great city for students studying computer science and technology.
Proposed visits for your computer science trip to Berlin:
- German Technology Museum
- Computerspielemuseum
- DDR Museum
- IMAX Cinema – Sony Center
More information on our school trips to Germany.
Spain
Barcelona
The city of Barcelona offers your students the opportunity to learn about science and technology as well as experience the culture of Spain all at the same time.
Gaudi architecture in Barcelona*
Suggested visits for your science and technology tour to Spain:
- Girona Science and Technology Park
- Cosmocaixa Science Museum
- Observation Centre of the Universe: Montsec
- Font Vella Packing Plant
- Barcelona Airport tour
- 22@Barcelona (Innovation district)
- Circuit de Catalunya (Moto racing track)
- Nou Camp Stadium
Valencia – South East Spain
Experience the cutting edge world of arts and sciences at the futuristic complex of Ciudad de las Artes y las Ciencias, one of Europe’s most impressive centres dedicated to cultural and scientific exhibitions. The combination of the old and new in this magnificent city creates a beautiful and welcoming thriving cultural experience.
Suggested visits for Valencia:
- City of Arts and Sciences
- Science Museum
- Hemisferic 3D Cinema
- Oceanografic – largest aquarium in Europe
- Bioparc Valencia
- El Palma and the Albufera National Park
- Jardins del Turia – Turia Riverbed garden
- Barrio del Carmen and the Old Town
- The Central Market
- Mestalla Forever Stadium Tour
- Plaza de Toros – Valencia Bullring
- Paella lunch
- Beaches
More information on our school trips to Barcelona and Spain.
We can arrange a complete package for your trip including the itinerary, accommodation, transport, tours and visits. Please get in touch with us today.
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