Hundreds of Free, Virtual Field Trip Resources for Curious Kids
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Regardless of whether your kids are currently attending school in the classroom or virtually, they’re likely missing that exciting element of the occasional class field trip. Boarding the bus to visit different cities, museums, nature preserves, government buildings, live performances, and more is an important, hands-on way for children (and adults!) to learn more about the world around them.
While nothing can replace those real life experiences, there are plenty of free, online opportunities that can provide a bit of a mental break from classroom learning and allow your child to virtually venture into a different setting to learn more about the arts, sciences, history, culture, nature, and so much more.
From the Louvre in Paris to the depths of the ocean, state capitol buildings to the Seven Wonders of the World, there’s a virtual tour and experience for any and all of your child’s interests—and then some!
Art & Museums
- 12 Virtual Museum Tours for Kids You Can Do Right This Second
- 22 Famous Museums Are Offering Virtual Tours
- Learn with the Smithsonian
- The 75 Best Virtual Museum Tours Around the World
- Virtual Field Trips at the National Children’s Museum
Government
- A Tour Through Washington DC
- A Virtual Tour of the White House
- Take a Virtual Tour of United States Capitol Buildings
History & Culture
- 15 Best Virtual Tours of Historic Sites You’ll Love
- 31 Historic Places Across America That You Can Tour Virtually
- Amazing Virtual Tours of the World’s Most Spectacular Churches & Cathedrals
- Virtually Visit the 7 Wonders of the World
Local & Regional Tours
- 17 Indiana-Based Virtual Tours
- A Virtual Tour of Fort Wayne’s Historic Embassy Theatre
- A Virtual Trip to the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo
- An Online Tour of the Indiana State Museum
- Experience Chicago Online: Virtual Tours & Digital Experiences
- Experience the Indianapolis Children’s Museum from Home
- Explore Fort Wayne, Indiana Virtually
- Explore Ohio: 32 Virtual Experiences
- Virtual Tour of Indiana University
- Virtual Tour of Purdue Fort Wayne
- Virtual Tour of Purdue University
- Virtual Tour of University of Saint Francis
- Virtually Visit the Historic Old Fort
- Visit the Indiana Dunes National Park Online
Miscellaneous
- 100+ Best Virtual Field Trips & Tours for Kids & Students
- 20 Virtual Field Trips to Take with Your Kids
- 41 Virtual Field Trips for Kids to Get Them Learning About the World
- Virtual Field Trips via VirtualFieldTrips.org
- Virtual Field Trips with Discovery Education
Musical & Theatrical Performances
- 11 Dramatic Virtual Tours of Stages Around the World
- 9 Family Friendly Concerts to Watch Online
- A Virtual Tour of Shakespeare’s Globe Theatre
- Virtual Field Trips with the Kennedy Center: Theatre, Music, and Dance Performances
- Virtual Philadelphia Orchestra: Activities for Families and Kids
- Watch Free Plays Online
Science & Nature
- 10 of the Best Virtual Ocean Adventures
- 12 Virtual Walking Trails Around the World That You Can Experience Right Now
- 20 Best Virtual Zoo & Safari Tours for Kids
- A Virtual Tour of the United States Botanic Garden
- An Interactive Tour of the Solar System
- Explore the Natural World with Virtual Field Trips Around the Globe
- NASA at Home: Virtual Tours & Apps
- Take a Virtual Visit to a National Park
- The Best National Parks Virtual Tours with Kids
Sports
Theme Parks
- 17 Theme Park Rides You Can Go On Right Now, Virtually
- Free Virtual Rides from Disney Theme Parks
- Take a Break With Orlando’s Virtual Experiences
Travel
- 101+ Virtual Tours of Popular Tourist Attractions Around the World
- 13 Brilliant Virtual City Tours You Can Take from Home
- 17 Best Virtual Tours of Cities Around the World
We’d love to hear where in the world you and your kids decide to visit virtually! Know of any online field trip experiences we haven’t covered? Share them in the comments!
Please note that we’ve linked to several websites in this article, most of which link to additional sites themselves. You may occasionally come across broken links, non-secure pages, content that you’ll want to review before introducing to your kids, or virtual tours that are no longer totally free or some that encourage donations. Please practice caution and conduct any research you feel necessary before directing your children to these virtual tour sites!