Field Trips

A field trip to Pacific Science Center is a time-honored tradition for students of all ages across Washington state. Our hands-on exhibits, shows, and innovative programs ignite students’ curiosity for science in a day of exploration to enhance your curriculum and spark a lifelong interest in science, technology, engineering, and math.

Field trip reservations are now open for November through December. Field trips taking place in January through June will open in mid-November.

ELIGIBILITY

Visiting parties that fit into one or more of the following categories—academic and childcare institutions, including public and private schools, homeschools, daycares, or community organizations—may be eligible for our field trip rates. Eligible parties must adhere to the registration guidelines found at the bottom of this page.

If your group does not qualify for a field trip rate, you may be eligible for our group visit rate. For more information, visit our Group Sales webpage. If you’re looking for a private rental of our facilities, visit our Venue Experiences webpage.

Qualified low-income schools may be eligible for discounts. Eligibility is checked by our team when you reserve your visit. To learn more, please email PacSci’s Field Trips team.

Add-on Experiences

In addition to admission to the Science Center, PacSci offers extra experiences to enhance your learning and support your curriculum, including:

• Documentary IMAX Movies: During the school year, we offer Teacher’s Choice where teachers can book one of two open documentary slots, if your school is the first to book. Email our Field Trips team for a complete list of documentaries.
• Daytime Laser Show: Be dazzled by a Daytime Laser Show in our Laser Dome. Packed with 10,000 watts of concert sound, experience a one-of-a-kind show on one of the largest geocentric domes dedicated to lasers!
• Planetarium Show: From night sky stargazing to touring the planets of our solar system, the science of astronomy brings a galaxy of topics to explore. Join the PacSci planetarium team on an interactive journey that may have you finding patterns in tonight’s stars or getting up close with our planetary neighbors. Each presenter will showcase space in uniquely fun and exciting ways! The show will vary based on the age and grade of youth attending.
  
  Seating is limited to 36 students and four chaperones (or any combination of the two with a maximum of 40 participants. Chaperone ratios must be observed). Limited showings are available.

REGISTRATION

To register for your field trip, please submit a reservation form. A representative will get back to you in 2-4 business days.

Reservation guidelines:

• Have a minimum of 10 individuals for your group. We recommend having one adult for every 6 students. Please add a comment to your form if you have accessibility aides attending your visit.
• Regardless of age or grade level, chaperones must remain with their assigned students for the duration of their visit.
• Reservations must be made at least 2 weeks prior to your visit date.
• Payment for your visit will be due 1 week prior to your visit date.
• Agree to follow PacSci guidelines

CONTACT US

If you have any additional questions, please email our Field Trips Team.

Generous Support Provided By:

Field Trips are generously supported by NASA under award No. 80NSSC23K0796. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration.

Additional support comes from more than 1,500 individuals, companies and foundations that donate to Pacific Science Center each year, as well as more than 13,000 member households from every corner of Washington State and around the country. Learn more about ways you can support Field Trips and Pacific Science Center.