Art School Trips
Art and design school trips should inspire new ways of seeing and thinking.
Creative experiences play a key role in helping students engage with the world around them. Our trips are designed to immerse them in arts and culture, building curiosity, developing cultural capital and supporting wider enrichment.
From London and Paris to Barcelona and New York, students explore iconic collections, galleries and creative spaces that bring art to life. And with our expert team supporting you at every stage, we’ll create a trip that’s seamless, carefully planned and tailored to your group.
What to expect on an NST art school trip?
NST art school trips give students the chance to experience art in the places it was created and is still evolving today. From galleries and exhibitions to creative spaces and street art, every visit helps bring artistic ideas into focus.
Additionally, art school trips expose students to diverse artistic styles, movements, and cultures, broadening their cultural awareness and appreciation. By exploring different galleries, museums, and studios, students have the opportunity to encounter artwork from various periods and regions, fostering a rich understanding of global artistic heritage.
What are the highlights of an art school trip?
Art school trips offer a mix of world‑class collections, creative environments and opportunities to respond to what students see. Some highlights include:
- Paris – world‑famous galleries such as the Louvre and Musée d’Orsay
- Berlin – contemporary art and street art including the East Side Gallery
- Florence – Renaissance masterpieces and iconic works like Michelangelo’s David
- New York – leading museums such as MoMA and the Guggenheim
- Barcelona – Gaudí’s architecture and inspiring cityscapes
For many students, it’s the chance to see iconic works and artists up close, bringing their learning to life and inspiring their own creative work.
Why book your art school trip with NST?
At NST, we understand what it takes to create an art school trip that inspires students’ learning and develops their cultural capital. We design itineraries that support your curriculum while giving students meaningful creative experiences.
From your first enquiry through to your return home, we’ll take care of the details and provide responsive support at every stage, so you can focus on your students.
Browse our most popular art & design school trips
Why choose NST?
Here's why thousands of teachers choose NST each year...
- Unrivalled school trip knowledge
Your dedicated Tour Co-ordinator will use their trip planning knowledge and expertise to create a tailor-made, curriculum-linked itinerary to meet your group’s exact needs.
- Making it easier for you
Your own trip organiser, travel app, free classroom packs and trip promo resources.
- Free group leader inspection visits
Visit your chosen destination free of charge and plan with confidence.
- Value for money, always
We work hard to make every penny count.
- Over 55 years’ experience
With NST you can rest assured that your group is in safe hands.
- Aligned to your learning outcomes
Every trip can be built around your specific goals — from the latest GCSE and A level curriculum requirements to particular themes, interests or visits you want to focus on.
- Risk assessment guidance
Clear, practical support to help you manage group safety including our free guide.
- Offsetting carbon emissions
Through our partnership with Carbon Footprint, we're committed to offset one tonne of CO2 emissions, and plant a tree on school grounds in the UK, for every trip booked.
Our most popular art & design school trip destinations
London
A school trip to London is guaranteed to incite a response from pupils and enrich and inspire their work. In this exciting city, pupils will get to take in the latest thought-provoking collections, museums, galleries and innovative talent, whilst developing an understanding of British heritage and culture.
New York
This ever-evolving art and design scene is home to influential, modern art museums including the Guggenheim and MoMA, plus you’ll find an outstanding selection of photography museums here too. A study tour to this dazzling destination will leave your pupils feeling excited and inspired.
Art & design exhibitions, events & news
Stay up-to-date with what’s new and upcoming in the world of art – from exhibitions, events, festivals and visits, to gallery and museum news from around the globe. You’ll find some exciting updates on our art & design exhibitions, events & news page.
