You’ll find our most popular itinerary choice(s) below, but we can tailor-make yours from scratch to meet your exact requirements…

New York Political History & Civil Rights - 5 days from £699pp*

Travelling in selected dates in February 2014. Price includes return flights & airport transfers (all taxes and charges included), 3 nights' room only accommodation, extensive group travel insurance and a generous 1 in 10 free place ratio.

And then add our most popular itinerary package below for £54pp*

Our most popular visits in New York for History school trips

Here are some of our most popular visits in New York for History groups. We can tailor-make an itinerary to your exact needs. Call us to create your itinerary from scratch today.

Essential Civil Rights Experiences

Living History - Meet a veteran of the Civil Rights Movement

NST has developed links with key figures within the Civil Rights Movement who would like to share their unique experiences with our groups. Spend an hour in the presence of men and women who worked and campaigned alongside Martin Luther King and gain an electrifying experience that few, whether students or staff, will ever forget.

Harlem Civil Rights Tour

Consisting of a multimedia bus/walking tour or a guided walking tour, this experience takes you to the heart of the Civil Rights movement in Harlem and to the very sites where history happened.

September 11 Visits

'My September 11 Experience' at the Tribute WTC Visitor Center

NST groups have a unique opportunity to meet someone personally involved in the tragic events of September 11 2001.  Students will have chance to ask questions and hear their own account of the day and the persons views today.  This 30 minute question and answer session follows a self-guided visit through exhibits, film, artifacts and the voices of those who experienced the events first hand with additional information about the affects of 9/11 and future plans for ground zero.

Ground Zero Museum

Book a private tour of this collection as featured in worldwide media.  The museum is an ideal way to educate students about 9/11 and the 'Recovery'.  Your tour includes a video presentation, an interactive walk-through of World Trade Center artifacts, followed by a self-guided audio experience of 80 thought-provoking images.

September 11 Memorial Visit

The 9/11 Memorial was dedicated on September 11, 2011 in a ceremony for victims' families.  The Memorial honours the 2983 who perished in the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001 and February 26, 1993 and allows visitors to come together again in the spirit of unity and courage that emerged in the wake of 9/11.  The Memorial consists of two pools set in the footprints of the Twin Towers, surrounded by a plaza of more than 400 trees.  The names of the victims are inscribed in bronze around the pools.

The National September 11 Memorial Museum

Due to open in 2013, the museum will explore the implications of the events of 9/11, documenting the impact of those events and exploring 9/11's continuing significance.  It will demonstrate the consequences of terrorism on indivdual lives and its impact on communities at local, national and international level.  The museum is growing a permanent collection of artifacts, stories, photos, video and other materials. 

Other Visits

Walking tour of midtown Manhattan

Experienced in taking school groups, our local guides will bring the history and culture of New York to life. Students will be amazed as they walk down world-famous streets such as Fifth Avenue, 42nd Street and Broadway and through Central Park and Times Square.

Walking tour of downtown Manhattan

Our expert guides can lead students through the neighbourhoods of Chinatown, Little Italy, SoHo and along Wall Street and Battery Park to give your group an insight into Manhattan life and the history of the city.

Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Museum

Alongside the ultimate landmark of New York and one of the most universal symbols of political freedom and democracy, the Ellis Island museum is dedicated to the history of immigration and the important role this island claimed during the mass migration of humanity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

UN Building

On the guided tour around the building, students will learn about the organisation, its history and view the General Assembly Hall where the 192 members of the Organisation convene to discuss global issues.

Tenement Museum

Highlighting the experiences of poor 19th century and early 20th century immigrants from many different cultures, the museum tells the stories of one tenement apartment building that was home to nearly 7000 working class immigrants.

Ground Zero

Visit the site of the 9/11 attacks and witness the reconstruction of the area.

Radio City

During the years of the depression this prime spot in Midtown was turned into Radio City Music Hall. The largest indoor theatre in the world – learn about its history, listen to the ‘mighty Wurlitzer’ and enjoy ‘a masterpiece of American Modernist design’.

Top of the Rock ™

Experience the best and most complete day-time view of New York City! With its relatively short waiting times, the Rockefeller Building offers an informative guide and a unique view of the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, Times Square, the Statue of Liberty, and Central Park.

Empire State Building

Venture over a quarter of a mile skyward and take in the scale of the immense urban landscape which opens up before you. This is a great way for your students to appreciate the city away from the hustle and bustle of the streets below. A particularly popular first evening visit. We recommend that groups venture to the Top of the Rock™ in the daytime, and complement this with an evening visit to the top of the Empire State Building.

Circle Line Cruise

Take in a spectacular view of Manhattan, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island from the water, and pick out the many famous landmarks which dominate its skyline.

Broadway Show

See a spectacular Broadway performance – entertainment at its greatest! Choose from shows such as Billy Elliot, Chicago and Wicked.

Below, you'll find some of our most popular accommodation options for school groups.

This is just a sample of our full range, so for full details of all properties available, please call 0845 688 8988 to speak to one of our Educational Travel Advisors today.

Courtyard Midtown East

One of eight New York City Marriott hotels, this hotel was built in 1998 and is of a modern style. This hotel was originally built as an office block and later converted to a hotel. Floors 2-11 are occupied by a private hospital.

Courtyard Midtown East

An excellent hotel with a good range of facilities, located in the heart of mid town Manhattan. Groups are assured a comfortable stay.

Address 866 Third Avenue 10022 New York USA View map of location	Local Rating Superior Tourist Class (equivalent to a British 3* superior)
	Capacity 312 rooms spread over floors 12 – 31

Location Information

Centrally located on Eastside of Midtown Manhattan within walking distance of the Rockefeller Center, 5th Avenue shopping and Radio City Music Hall. There are a number of subway stations located within 1-2 blocks from the hotel.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour Reception
• Lifts
• Air conditioning
• 3 conference rooms
• Restaurant / breakfast room
• Exercise room
• Disabled facilities: There are 18 specially adapted disabled rooms, most have inter-connecting rooms

 Student Rooms

• Triple rooms – two beds & a sofa / roll away
• 2 king size beds, option to:
• Bed share – 4 students per room
• Individual beds – 2 students per room
• En-suite facilities
• Cable TV
• Direct dial telephone
• Internet access (free)
• Safety deposit box
• Hairdryer
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Pay-per-view movies and phones are blocked with a deposit needed to make outgoing calls, room to room calls are not blocked

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Cable TV
• Direct dial telephone
• Internet access (free)
• Safety deposit box
• Hairdryer
• Tea & coffee making facilities
• Pay-per-view movies and phones are blocked with a deposit needed to make outgoing calls, room to room calls are not blocked

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Equity Point New York @ Times Square

Formerly known as Hotel 41 the property has undergone total renovation to become bespoke youth accommodation.

Equity Point New York @ Times Square

NST are pleased to be the first school Travel Company to be working with the Equity Point Hostels in New York. This hostel is ideally located at Times Square and has undergone substantial renovations to create bespoke school group accommodation with a range of flexible rooming options, individual student beds and en-suite facilities at a great value price.

Address 206 West 41st street New York NY 10036 View map of location	Local Rating Bespoke youth hostel accommodation
	Capacity 47 rooms with a total of 126 beds over 6 floors.

Location Information

Located in Times Square and within easy walking distance of Penn Station and Port Authority Central Bus Terminal (with access routes to 3 major airports and various regional destinations), the Garment and Theatre District, Rockefeller Center, Radio City Music Hall, MTV’s Studios, Bryant Park, Madison Square Garden, and the Empire State Building. Central Park is approximately 15 minutes walk from the property.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24 hour Reception
• Lift
• Lounge bar / breakfast room (due to strict licensing laws, the bar/lounge area is only available to students under the age of 21 years until 5pm, and is closed on Sundays)
• Complimentary continental breakfast
• Complimentary Wi-Fi access
• Safety deposit box in Reception
• Breakfast room can be used as a meeting room on request
• Disabled facilities: This property has no specific facilities or adapted rooms for disabled clients

Rooms

All students will have their own individual bed with en suite facilities, central heating, air conditioning, individual electronic safe (per bed); complimentary Wi-Fi; bed linen and towels provided.  Room compositions are as follows:

5 x family rooms – double bed with single bunk above (twin occupancy)
5 x standard double rooms – 1 double bed per room (single occupancy)
37 x 3 bedded rooms – 1 bunk bed with 1 single bed (triple occupancy)

Staff will be accommodated in twins/singles consisting of one double bed and a single bunk positioned over the double bed, in line with our booking conditions.

Security Deposit

A security deposit is payable on arrival. The amount is $20 per student per stay. This can be paid in cash or by credit card. This amount is refundable at the end of your stay provided there has been no damage to the areas occupied by the group. To avoid misunderstanding, we recommend all group leaders undertake an inspection of all rooms with the hotelier.

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Manhattan at Times Square

Previously part of Sheraton hotel chain, and still managed by Starwood Hotels & Resorts, the hotel is tastefully decorated and has a warm and welcoming atompshere. There is a 100% smoke free policy at the hotel.

Manhattan at Times Square

The Manhattan at Times Square is a comfortable hotel offering a good standard of accommodation in an excellent central location. The staff and management team are on hand to ensure that all guests enjoy a warm welcome and a pleasant stay.

Address 790 Seventh Ave 51 Street 10019 New York USA View map of location	Local Rating 3* Tourist Class
	Capacity 665 guest rooms spread over 22 floors, 4 lifts

Location Information

Between Central Park and Times Square, in the centre of Manhattan’s Midtown business and entertainment district.

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Accommodation Facilities

• 24-hour Reception
• Lobby with free Wi-Fi
• Meeting/conference rooms
• Gift shop
• Fitness centre
• Luggage storage
• Disabled facilities: This property has a number of specially adapted rooms for disabled guests.

 Student Rooms

• Triple Rooms – one bed and two rollaways
• 2 king size beds, option to:
  • Bed share – 4 students per room
  • Individual beds – 2 students per room
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• Air-conditioning
• TV
• Telephone
• Radio alarm clock
• Hairdryer
• Iron & ironing board
• Electronic safe
• Internet access (fee payable)
• Tea & coffee making facilities

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Central heating
• Air-conditioning
• TV
• Telephone
• Radio alarm clock
• Hairdryer
• Iron & ironing board
• Electronic safe
• Internet access (fee payable)
• Tea & coffee making facilities

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Vanderbilt YMCA

This youth hostel offers basic accommodation, which has been purpose built for young people. The hostel is open 24 hours a day with front door security personnel.

Vanderbilt YMCA

Youth hostel offering simple standard of accommodation but excellent value with the benefit of a central location single beds and recreational facilities on site.

Address 224 East 47th Street 10017 New York USA View map of location	Local Rating Youth Hostel
	Capacity 364 rooms,10 floors, 2 lifts. Approximately 30-40 rooms per floor.

Location Information

Conveniently located on the east side of the Midtown area, close to the United Nations Building, near to 2nd Avenue and Grand Central Station.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception
• Telephones on each floor and at Reception
• Gift Shop
• Laundry room
• Water fountains on each floor
• Sports facilities including two swimming pools, large fitness room, weights, gymnasium, games hall, sauna & steam room.
• Disabled facilities: There is 1 specially adapted room for disabled guest. Public areas are accessible for wheelchair users
• Luggage storage charge (payable locally) for groups that wish to store luggage after check out

 Student Rooms

• Twin bedded rooms (Bunk beds)
• Shared facilities
• TV
• Air conditioning
• Towels

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• Shared facilities
• TV
• Air conditioning
• Towels

 Safety Guidance

The hotel conforms to all local standards, which does not require windows to have restricted opening.  Group leaders are advised to consider this in their risk assessments/group management plan and ensure appropriate control measures are put in place.  NB It can be common in US hostels for bunk beds not to have ladders or safety bars on the top bunk.

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Wolcott Hotel

The hotel was built in 1905 and still retains some of its classic elegance combined with modern accommodation.

Wolcott Hotel

A comfortable hotel offering basic accommodation with plenty of facilities located in the heart of New York City. Complimentary breakfast consisting of muffin and tea or coffee is available to all guests.

Address 4 West 31st Street (Between Broadway & Fifth Avenue) 10001 New York USA View map of location	Local Rating Tourist Hotel (equivalent to British 3*)
	Capacity The hotel can accommodate up to 339 people in 170 rooms that are spread over 12 floors and are accessible by the hotel’s 2 lifts.

Location Information

The Wolcott Hotel is located in the heart of New York City, just 3 blocks from the Empire State Building and close to Madison Square Garden, Penn Street Station, Javis centre, Herald Square and Macy’s department store. The hotel also has good access to public transport.

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Accommodation Facilities

• Reception / Lobby
• Cash machine
• Vending machines
• Payphones
• Luggage room
• Fitness room (for 16yrs+ only)
• Newsagent
• Self-service laundry
• Conference room for up to 25 people
• Business centre with access to computer, printer, etc.
• 2 Lifts
• Disabled facilities: There are 3 specially adapted rooms for disabled guests with wider doors and grab bars in the bathrooms. Public areas are accessible for wheelchair users.

 Student Rooms

• Triple rooms
• En-suite facilities
• Telephone
• TV
• Internet access
• Hairdryers
• Towels
• Air conditioning

 Staff Rooms

• Twins/Singles
• En-suite facilities
• Telephone
• TV
• Internet access
• Hairdryers
• Towels
• Air conditioning

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