Whether you’re from a local school district looking to explore your own backyard or in a neighboring county and want to take students on an excursion, you’ll find plenty of educational destinations in San Luis Obispo County for a field trip. From the only zoo on the Central Coast to a two-century-old Mission, there will be somewhere that piques your and your students’ interest. Here are some of the more unique and special educational attractions you can plan a field trip to in San Luis Obispo County:
The San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum
A trip to the San Luis Obispo Children’s Museum will be an educational and delightful experience for young school students. As an educator, you can make a reservation for a two-hour midday time block so your students can explore three floors of interactive and educational exhibits.
Pismo State Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove
Monarch season in California is from late October through February, so during this time, why not plan a field trip to visit one of the most important locations for Monarch butterfly migration? The Pismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove is one of 5 sites in California that annually sees more than 10,000 butterflies throughout the season. This field trip is designed for Kindergarten through 4th grade, and school groups can make a reservation to visit with up to 60 students.
Charles Paddock Zoo
As the only zoo on the Central Coast, the Charles Paddock Zoo in Atascadero is a unique opportunity for students of all ages. When you plan a trip here, you can choose from multiple discovery-oriented programs designed for every grade. Bring Kindergarten students to learn about the basics of biology, middle-schoolers to study animal behavior, or high school students to explore careers in zoology!
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa 1772
Founded in 1772 by Father Junipero Serra, San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is one of California’s oldest and most beautiful Missions. You can organize a school tour for students to learn about how the Mission was built, who is buried in the floors of the church, and stories behind centuries-old art. There’s also a museum, gift shop, and vibrant garden.
Rent a Field Trip Charter Bus in California
To make your next school field trip even more one-of-a-kind, book a private charter bus rental with California Charter Bus Company. Unlike a traditional school bus, a charter bus can include amenities upon request that makes traveling with kids a lot easier. As a teacher or chaperone, you can take advantage of onboard TV screens connected to a DVD player to keep younger students engaged with a favorite classroom movie while you enjoy features like reclining seats and free WiFi en route. We can also service multiple cities in California, so your students can travel safely with us from anywhere in the state. With a charter bus rental for a school field trip, the journey can be just as fun as your destination!
