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New York Art and Design

Overview

Welcome to New York, the city that never puts down its paintbrush!

From galleries showcasing the best in contemporary international artworks to graffiti-strewn subway trains, the Big Apple has long been a hive of creative inspiration.  A school trip to New York offers young artists the ultimate experience for learning outside the classroom.

New York Art and Design

Overview

Welcome to New York, the city that never puts down its paintbrush!

From galleries showcasing the best in contemporary international artworks to graffiti-strewn subway trains, the Big Apple has long been a hive of creative inspiration.  A school trip to New York offers young artists the ultimate experience for learning outside the classroom.

Our Suggested Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Flight to New York and transfer to your accommodation for some free time!

    Take in the spectacular New York skyline with a night-time trip up the Empire State Building.

  2. Day 2

    Visit to New York Madame Tussaud's for a behind-the-scenes tour!

    Spend your afternoon visiting the Museum of Modern Art and Top of the Rock!

    In the evening, treat yourselves to a Broadway Show! 

  3. Day 3

    Visit to the Metropolitan Museum of Art.

    Take a stroll through the world-famous Central Park!

    Explore the fascinating Guggenheim Museum with its continually expanding collection of Impressionist, Post-Impressionist, early Modern and Contemporary art. 

    Visit New York’s iconic Times Square.  Stay until dark to enjoy the full impact of its famous neon billboards.

  4. Day 4

    Visit to the Frick Collection.

    Some free time for shopping at the Rockefeller Center- a great opportunity to pick up some souvenirs! 

    Airport transfer and overnight flight to the UK.

  5. Day 5

    Arrive in the UK.

School Trip Accommodation

Accommodation

In New York, our schools tend to stay at the Hotel Wolcott, a stone's throw away from the Empire State Building.  We use safe and secure accommodation especially suited to schools and quote on a no bed-sharing basis.  Our accommodation is usually 2* or youth hostel standard and provides a perfect base for enjoying your tour.  All accommodation we use is audited, and our auditing regime is verified by independent experts.