Group Visits & Field Trips

Take learning beyond your classroom with Discovery World’s group visits and programs that encourage exploration and put the wonder of science in your hands.

Planning a group visit can be hectic—we’re here to help! Important group visit information can be found below by opening the accordion sections. If you need further assistance, please call the Reservations Department at 414-765-8625 (M-F, 8am-4pm).

  • Reservations must be made at least three (3) weeks in advance.
  • Group rates are only available for groups of 10+ paying people with advance booking.
  • Full payment, final headcount, signed agreement, and other required items are due two (2) weeks prior your visit date.
  • We reserve the right to cancel your visit if required items are not received by the two (2) week deadline.
  • Availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis. Advanced booking is highly encouraged.

Group Admission rates are available during our regular business hours. To qualify for discounted group rates, you must have a minimum group size of 10 paying individuals and make a reservation at least three (3) weeks in advance.

Group rates and programs are already discounted and are not valid with Discovery World memberships or any other discount or promotion.

Groups may not use Discovery World membership benefits towards group visits.

DPI Certified K-12 Schools:

  • $9/student
  • $11/adult
  • A ratio of one (1) adult for every ten (10) students is required.
  • We will give one (1) complimentary adult admission for every ten (10) students attending.

Qualifying Wisconsin K5-12 schools can apply for reduced student admission rates and/or partial transportation reimbursement thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners.

For more information and instructions on how to apply, visit:

School Access Support

Homeschool Groups:

Homeschools may qualify for our school group rates. Homeschool educators must show their PI-1206 form to receive the school rates.

Non-Schools:

Daycares, CLCs, Non-Profits, Colleges, Universities, Recreation Centers, Senior Groups, Travel Groups, Girl Scout Groups, Boy Scout Groups, etc.

  • $11/child
  • $15/adult
  • A ratio of one (1) adult for every ten (10) children is required.
  • We will give one (1) complimentary adult admission for every ten (10) children attending.

Group Programs:

Group Programs are available for an additional cost. For more information, visit:

Group Programs

Discovery World firmly believes that everyone should have the opportunity to explore endlessly and start their lifelong learning adventure. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and partners, we are thrilled to offer reduced student admission rates and/or partial transportation reimbursement to qualifying Wisconsin K5-12 schools.

For more information, visit:

School Access Support

Between October and May, on weekdays we are open to the public, we offer optional educational programs you can add to your group visit for an additional fee.

  • Advanced reservations required.
  • Subject to availability and capacity restrictions.
  • Options are available for students in grades K5-12. Programs are structured for specific grade levels. Please choose a program that is applicable for the grade level(s) of your group.
  • Pricing varies by program.
  • There is a 10 student or child minimum required to book tour and lab programs, 20 minimum for STEAM Career Exploration Presentations.
  • Program time slots will be pre-assigned, and schedules will be provided.

For more information and program options, visit:

Group Programs

Request by Phone:

Call the Reservations Department at 414-765-8625 (M-F, 8am-4pm)

Request Online:

Group Visit Request Form


Upon receiving a request, a Reservations Staff member will:

  • Review and check availability.
  • Ask any follow-up questions or acknowledge a request.
  • Confirm your assigned visit date.
  • Email invoices, schedules, deadlines, and other visit information.

Full payment is due two (2) weeks prior to your visit date. We accept cash, checks, and credit cards. We do not accept Purchase Orders. No deposit required. No tax added.

Any person not included or paid for in your final headcount by the two (2) week deadline date will be charged full-price general admission at $21/child and $25/adult. In addition, these individuals will not be allowed in any scheduled lunch period(s) or program(s). We will not accept day-of walk-up payments or walk-up additions at discounted school or group rates.

HOW TO PAY:

  • Credit Card Payments by Phone:

    • Call the Reservations Department at 414-765-8625 (M-F, 8am-4pm)
    • No card transaction fees.
    • No online payment portals or links available.
  • Check Payments:

    • Prepare and send checks ahead of your indicated two (2) week deadline.
    • Include your order # with payment.
    • Make checks payable to Discovery World.
    • Mail or deliver in-person to:
      Discovery World
      Attn: Reservations
      500 N Harbor Dr
      Milwaukee, WI 53202

NO REFUNDS OR CREDITS FOR:

  • Changes, cancellations, or reschedules made AFTER the indicated two (2) week deadline.
  • Persons missing or absent on the visit date.
  • “No show” groups.
  • Missed or cancelled programs if a group arrives late or does not arrive for scheduled programs.
  • Persons or groups asked to immediately leave due to inappropriate behavior according to our policies.

Any request to change, reschedule, or cancel your group visit must be made two (2) weeks prior to your visit date. Requests made after the indicated two (2) week deadline will not be accepted, nor will any refunds or credits be given.

WEATHER CANCELLATIONS: 

Groups will not be penalized for cancellations due to school/organizational weather closures. Please contact the Reservations Department as soon as possible with notice, and we will discuss rescheduling possibilities. Should Discovery World close due to weather, the Reservations Department will reach out with rescheduling possibilities

If you have any questions as you plan, please contact the Reservations Department by phone at 414-765-8625 (M-F, 8am-4pm) or by email at reservations@discoveryworld.org.

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