Art & Design USA

New York Design and Technology

from £1500pp

Based on 5 days

Suitable for Secondary Schools

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Overview

New York is arguably the creative capital of the world. From the bright lights and billboards of Times Square, to the skyscrapers and bridges that surround you, it is a highly rewarding destination for Design students.

Take fascinating guided tours around the city's streets or visit a variety of museums including the Cooper-Hewitt National Design Museum narrating both historic and contemporary design, and covering one-of-a-kind to mass-produced items.

Our Suggested Itinerary

Day 1

Flight to New York.

Evening visit to the Empire State Building for some amazing views of the city!
Day 2

Take a guided tour of the Skyscraper Museum, a must for design enthusiasts!

Visit the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, a museum dedicated to architecture and design. There's an option to add on a guided architecture tour here if you'd like!

Take a stroll in the world-famous Central Park.
Day 3

Take the Around Manhattan Bridge & Infrastructure River Cruise Tour, a great way to explore the many bridges and historic buildings, while travelling on the Hudson River.

Spend the afternoon exploring the Brooklyn Bridge on a guided walking tour.

Evening in Times Square. You can round off your evening with a meal at Hard Rock Café or Planet Hollywood!
Day 4

Explore the Cooper Hewitt Museum. Let us know if you'd prefer a guided tour or hands-on design workshop!

Airport transfer and overnight flight home.
Day 5

Arrive home.

Accommodation

In New York, our schools tend to stay at the Hotel Wolcott, a stone's throw away from the Empire State Building. We use safe and secure accommodation especially suited to schools and quote on a no bed-sharing basis. Our accommodation is usually 2* or youth hostel standard and provides a perfect base for enjoying your tour. All accommodation we use is audited, and our auditing regime is verified by independent experts.