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Field Trips

Bring Science to Life with AZ Field Trips!

Hands-on learning, unforgettable animal encounters, and standards-aligned programs for students of all ages.

Hill City AquaZoo

Book your Field Trip today!

  • Interactive learning – students don’t just observe; they engage, explore, and experiment

  • Safe & fun – designed for learners of all ages

Program Highlights

Students will explore key scientific concepts including:

  • Invasive species

  • Conservation

  • Symbiotic relationships

  • Observation & scientific reasoning

Students will also have the opportunity to safely interact with reptiles, birds, and aquatic species for memorable learning moments.

Hill City AquaZoo

Pricing

Title One Schools

Include Admission + Guided Tour

$10.99

(per student)

$13.99

(per chaperone pre-booked)

Chaperones full admission price day of field trip if not pre-booked.

1 Teacher, PCA or teaching assistant admitted free with school ID for every 15 paid students. Maximum number of chaperones is 10 for any group.

Standard Field Trip

Include Admission + Guided Tour

$12.99

(per student)

$13.99

(per chaperone pre-booked)

Chaperones full admission price day of field trip if not pre-booked.

1 Teacher, PCA or teaching assistant admitted free with school ID for every 15 paid students. Maximum number of chaperones is 10 for any group.

While there is a difference in pricing between Title One and Standard for the lab activity alone, any group that chooses to include aquarium access will pay $19.99 per student, regardless of their Title One or Standard status.

Hill City AquaZoo

Homeschool Field Trips

Homeschool Field Trips will be available for booking quarterly:
● February, May, August and November
● Booking on the second Monday of those months
● Book at 10:30 AM for Guided Tour
● Book at 11:00 AM for Science Labs (only Middle & HS, grade 6 & up)
(aquarium access additional $19.99/pp with Science Lab field trips)
● Standard Field Trip pricing applies - no other discounts

 

2026 dates:

  • Feb 9, 2026

  • May 11, 2026

  • August 10, 2026

  • November 9, 2026


While there is a difference in pricing between Title One and Standard for the lab activity alone, any group that chooses to include aquarium access will pay $19.99 per student, regardless of their Title One or Standard status.

Title One Schools

Dive into an engaging, hands-on learning adventure with our Science Labs field trip activity! Led by our knowledgeable Keepers and Educators, this interactive experience gives participants a glimpse into everyday science and what goes into our animal care practices. After completing three (3) lab activities (selected by our Educators), your group will have the chance to ask questions and engage in a brief Q&A session with your instructor. The activities are correlated to various Commonwealth of Virginia Science Standards of Learning (SOL). Each lab activity is approximately 30 minutes in duration and is designed for 10-15 students.Important: Some activities may involve shellfish. Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies.

$12.99

(per student)

$13.99

(per chaperone pre-booked)

Chaperones full admission price day of field trip if not pre-booked.
1 Teacher, PCA or teaching assistant admitted free with school ID for every 15 paid students. Maximum number of chaperones is 10 for any group.

NOTE: The Science Labs Field Trip does NOT INCLUDE aquarium access.

Standard Field Trip

Dive into an engaging, hands-on learning adventure with our Science Labs field trip activity! Led by our knowledgeable Keepers and Educators, this interactive experience gives participants a glimpse into everyday science and what goes into our animal care practices. After completing three (3) lab activities (selected by our Educators), your group will have the chance to ask questions and engage in a brief Q&A session with your instructor. The activities correlate with various Commonwealth of Virginia Science Standards of Learning (SOL). Each lab activity is approximately 30 minutes in duration and is designed for 10-15 students. Important: Some activities may involve shellfish. Please let us know if anyone in your group has allergies.

$16.99

(per student)

$13.99

(per chaperone pre-booked)

Chaperones full admission price day of field trip if not pre-booked.
1 Teacher, PCA or teaching assistant admitted free with school ID for every 15 paid students. Maximum number of chaperones is 10 for any group.

NOTE: The Science Labs Field Trip does NOT INCLUDE aquarium access.

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