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Group Visits & Field Trips

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

Reservations must be made at least three (3) weeks in advance. Availability is first come, first served. Once a request form is submitted, a Reservations staff member will reach out with more details. 

Request a Group Visit or Field Trip

Questions? Our Reservations Team is here to help!

Reservations Department
414-765-8625
reservations@discoveryworld.org
M-F, 8:00am-4:00pm

Group Admission Rates

In order to receive group rates, groups must:

  • Have a group size of at least 10 paying people.
  • Make a reservation at least three (3) weeks in advance.
  • Submit required items by your designated deadline.
  • Full payment via check or credit card by your designated deadline. 

Any person not included or paid for in your final headcount by the two (2) week deadline date will pay full-price general admission of $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.

DPI Certified K-12 Schools:
During the Academic School Year

  • Student: $9
  • Required Adults: 1 adult required for every 10 students attending, Free
  • Additional Adults: $11

Homeschools may qualify for school group rates. PI-1206 Form required.

Non-Schools:
(Daycares, CLCs, Summer Camps, Non-Profits, Colleges, Universities, Recreation Centers, Senior Groups, Travel Groups, Family Groups, etc.)

  • Child: $11
  • Required Adults: 1 adult required for every 10 children attending, Free
  • Additional Adults: $1

Group Leaders, please:

  • Read our FAQs for information regarding payment policies, deadlines, and other important details before requesting a group visit or field trip.
  • Submit your request at least 3 weeks in advance.
  • Schedule buses or other transportation early and allow travel time to and from Discovery World once a visit date has been confirmed by our Reservations Department.

Educational Programs

Group Visit & Field Trip Add-On (Additional Fees Apply)

Add an educator-led program to your field trip and dive into science, technology, or engineering through engaging projects, tools, and demonstrations. Each program is designed to complement classroom learning, turning complex concepts into fun explorations. 

Add an educational program to your group visit or field trip to make your visit a truly unforgettable learning adventure!

Explore Our Programs

FAQs

  • Groups wanting to eat lunch onsite during their visit must let us know upon making a reservation to ensure we have lunch space available.
  • Lunch periods are 25-minutes long and pre-assigned. Groups must adhere to the lunch slot(s) assigned and will not be given extra time.
  • The lunchroom is a shared space, and groups may be split into multiple lunch periods if needed.
  • Groups must bring their own packed lunches. No catering, microwave use, or refrigeration is available.
  • An inherent risk of exposure to allergens exists in any public place where people are present, including our shared lunchroom.
  • It is a courtesy for us to provide a free space for groups to eat and store lunches. To remain as such, we require assistance from each group by doing the following:
    • Lunches must be packed, labeled, and consolidated into easily transportable containers such as: boxes, coolers, baskets, storage totes, etc. No containers will be provided by Discovery World.
    • All groups must clean their lunch areas before the end of their scheduled lunch period. No items should be left behind by the group.
    • Groups that fail to comply with the above requirements will be invoiced for a $50 service fee.

No, unfortunately Discovery World does not have bus parking available onsite. 

The closest free bus parking available is at Veterans Park (~10-15 minutes from Discovery World on foot). Buses cannot park in Discovery World drives/lots or in surrounding Milwaukee Art Museum drives/lots. 

We reserve the right to cancel your visit if any of these items are not received by the two (2) week deadline.

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.

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.

There are 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.

On weekdays we are open to the public, between October and May, we offer optional educational programs you can add to your group visit or field trip for an additional fee.

Advanced reservations are required and programs are subject to availability and capacity restrictions. There is a 10 student/child minimum required to book tour and lab programs, 20 minimum for STEAM Career Exploration Presentations.

Options are available for students in grades K5-12. Programs are structured for specific grade levels, so please choose a program that is applicable for the grade level(s) of your group.

Program time slots will be pre-assigned, and schedules will be provided with your confirmation materials.

For more information and program options, visit: Educational Programs

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