Field Trip Options For Remote Learning Students in Columbus

The start of the school year in 2020 is unlike anything we've ever seen before. Most kids are getting up and dressed for first day of school photos by their front door, then heading back inside the house to take on a new year remotely, from the comfort of their own homes. While it may feel like the whole family is stuck inside for the foreseeable future, we're lucky to live in Columbus, named the most intelligent city on earth in 2015.

This intelligence manifests itself in many ways, including starts-ups, testing of technological advances, major research and development breakthroughs and more. Most importantly for families, there are a significant amount of attractions and places to take field trips to help enhance their children's remote learning and spend some time out of the house. We've rounded up a number of options for consideration below, including some lesser-known hidden gems in our community.

Pick a subject and get started!

Science and Nature | History | Creative Arts | Physical Education | Recess

Please be sure to check all websites before arriving as ticketing and entry procedures are regularly in flux. We will continue to add more attractions as opening dates are announced, so be sure to check back.

Science and Nature

Columbus Zoo and Aquarium

Home to more than 9,000 animals representing 650 species from around the globe.
Franklin Park Conservatory

Become one with nature with world-class horticulture, exhibitions and educational programs for all ages.
The Wilds

Have an unforgettable safari experience in the heart of Ohio where conservation comes to life.
Grange Insurance Audubon Center

Learn about the natural world, including birds, wildlife and native plants at Columbus' urban nature center.
Dawes Arboretum

Soak up the sights and sounds of nature among acres of trees, gardens and natural areas.
Chadwick Arboretum

62 acres of greenery on Ohio State's main campus is open daily with no charge.
Ohio Herb Center

Get hands-on and learn how to incorporate herbs into gardening, cooking, aromatics, health and wellness.
Ohio School of Falconry

Makes falconry accessible to all with a variety of hands-on programming in historic Camp Mary Orton.
Waterman Dairy Farm

Learn the function of a dairy farm including how calves are raised, how cows are milked and more.

History

National Veterans Memorial and...

The country's only facility that honors all veterans, from all branches of service and eras of conflict.
Ohio Statehouse

Learn about state government in one of the oldest working statehouses in the country.
Motts Military Museum

Understand the importance of America’s military past through carefully preserved tangible items.
Kelton House Museum & Garden

Learn about the Underground Railroad in Columbus as well as 19th-century life customs, and decorative arts.
German Village Tours

Trace the footsteps of proud German immigrants who built our city's most charming neighborhood 175 years ago.
Central Ohio Fire Museum

Authentically restored 1908 engine house featuring fire-fighting equipment through the ages.
Jack Nicklaus Museum

An educational facility dedicated to the life of Columbus' Jack Nicklaus, offering more than 2,000 artifacts.
Early Television Museum

Check out the largest collection of televisions in the United States, dating back to 1920.
Supreme Court of Ohio

Learn the inner workings of the Ohio Supreme Court and the Ohio judicial system.

Creative Arts

Columbus Museum of Art

Manifest your creativity among outstanding late 19th- and early 20th-century American and European art.
Topiary Park

Draw inspiration from a topiary recreation of "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of LaGrande Jatte."
Short North Arts District Art Trail

Take a self-guided tour of one of Columbus' most distinguished art neighborhoods - the Short North.
Pizzuti Collection

Explore contemporary art from around the world, including paintings, sculptures & films.
Wexner Center for the Arts

A lab and public gallery featuring multidisciplinary, contemporary works from around the world.
Columbus Children's Theatre

Training for children and teens in acting, singing, dancing and all elements of theater production.
Billy Ireland Cartoon Library

Discover the world's largest collection of materials related to cartoons and comics.
Ohio Craft Museum

Discover the art of fine crafts through high quality exhibitions and educational programming.
Studio 614

Get hands-on with canvas painting, candle making, DIY crafts and more creative activities.

Physical Education

Vertical Adventures

Indoor facility offering 16,000 sq. ft. of rock-climbing terrain for all skill levels, plus classes.
ZipZone

Take a zip line tour, traverse a tree top obstacle course or explore a ground level kids park.

Recess

LEGOLAND Discovery Center

The ultimate indoor LEGO playground with rides, build-and-play zones, a 4D cinema and more!
Outdoor Activities

From Metro Parks, waterways, trails and more, Columbus is full of outdoor adventure activities.
Grand Prix Karting

Year-round go-karting plus tactical laser tag and next gen escape rooms.
Lazer Kraze

Combines the exhilarating competition of laser tag with the physical fun of a trampoline park.
Rockin' Jump

Soar in open jump arenas, dive into pools of soft foam cubes, play trampoline dodgeball, do flips and more.
Sky Zone

Indoor trampoline parks featuring freestyle bouncing, dodgeball, fitness programs and more.