London for Schools and Students
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Sherlock Holmes statue ©The Sherlock Holmes Museum, 221b Baker Street, London, England www.sherlock-holmes.co.uk
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Pupils being taken around London Zoo hoping to catch a glimpse of one of its residents ©ZSL
Ideal for school trips, group getaways, social groups and educational residentials, whether you’re staying for a night, a week or longer, there’s plenty to get excited about when you’re planning a visit to the capital. You could take in the sights of Westminster, Downing Street, Trafalgar Square and Buckingham Palace in just one morning. An afternoon could be spent at the London Transport Museum, before watching the street performers in Covent Garden and Leicester Square. And that’s just in one tiny part of the city!
Perhaps tomorrow you’ll acquaint yourself with the Tudors at Hampton Court Palace, take a gentle stroll through the oldest parts of the city before enjoying a picnic in the park, then take a Yeoman tour of the Tower of London? Schools can also visit the Parliamentary Education Centre to learn more about how the government works. Complete with parliament-themed learning rooms, augmented reality experiences, 360 degree projections and sound technology, it’s a great interactive experience.
Greatdays will be pleased to assist with all your arrangements to ensure that you get the most from your visit, which can include your travel arrangements, accommodation, meals and full programme of educational and fun learning.
We are also pleased to offer 1 free place for every 15 paying students – please contact us for more details.
Dates
Dates available on request
Suggested itinerary by coach
Day 1
Travel to London
Morning departure from school or college, arrive in London taking a flight on the London Eye, before checking into your hotel. This evening there will be a meal at a traditional Italian restaurant near the hotel.
Day 2
London sightseeing
Breakfast in the hotel, followed by a sightseeing tour of London. Meet with your blue badge tour guide, who will guide you round the City. You will see Buckingham Palace, Houses of Parliament, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, St Paul’s Cathedral and Tower Bridge. A stop will be made to eat lunch, and there will be plenty of chance to stop and take photographs. This evening there will be a buffet at a local Chinese restaurant.
Day 3
Museum and Theatre
Breakfast in the hotel is followed by a visit to the Science Museum and the Natural History Museum. After lunch there will be a matinee performance of a popular West End Show. This evening there will be a meal at a traditional Greek restaurant.
Day 4
Greenwich
After breakfast in the hotel, you will take a full day boat trip to Greenwich, with commentary on route. In Greenwich, you will visit the Royal Observatory, and the Royal Naval Museum. This evening there will be an evening of 10 pin bowling and pizza.
Day 5
Return home
After breakfast there may be time for some last minute shopping for souvenirs, before you start your journey home.
Suggested Hotels
We offer a selection of hotels and hostels both in Central London and also within easy reach of London.
