Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comSan Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour
based on 10 reviews
Duration: 15-20 minutes (approx.)
Location: San Francisco, California
Product code: 3538VISTA
On this tour, the sky's the limit! A Helicopter Tour over San Francisco is one of the finest ways to see this beautiful city and your flight covers the best sights of San Francisco and the Bay. Admire the view from above as you take in the major highlights of San Francisco: Alcatraz Island, the Ferry Building, Fisherman's Wharf, city skyline and of course, the Golden Gate Bridge!
After enjoying a land perspective on the coach/van ride to the helicopter, you will board a Bell Jet Helicopter and begin your exciting adventure of San Francisco from the sky. Musical background accompanies your flight, along with spontaneous narration by your professionally trained pilot. View the hills of San Francisco, the city skyline and other Bay area communities from a distance. On this 60 kilometer flight (15-20 minutes), take in the major highlights and well-known landmarks of San Francisco such as the Ferry Building, Alcatraz Island, the Golden Gate and Bay Bridges. So come and admire the view!
San Francisco Vista Helicopter Tour
Daily
Unavailable Dates:- January 1 (New Year's Day)
- July 4 (Independence Day)
- November 27 (Thanksgiving Day)
- December 24 (Christmas Eve)
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
Departure Point: Pickup is provided from the following pick-up locations;
- Pier 39 (at the taxi stand in front of Hard Rock Cafe, for all passengers staying in Fisherman's Wharf Hotels)
- Fairmont Hotel (front entrance on Mason St, for all passengers staying in Nob Hill and Financial District
- Hilton Hotel (Mason St side at the corner of Ellis, for all passengers staying in Union Square and So. of Market
- 10:00am pickup, (actual flight time is 10:30am)
- 12:30pm pickup, (actual flight time is 1:00pm)
- 3:00pm pickup, (actual flight time is 3:30pm)
- Prices are listed as a guide only. For an exact price quote, select a date
- Child prices are applicable for children aged 2-12 years.
- Infants under 2 years of age are free of charge but must be seated on an adult's lap.
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- San Francisco pickup
- Helicopter flight with tour narration
- Gratuities (optional)
- Meals and beverages
- Souvenirs
- This tour must be booked at least 72 hours in advance of your travel date
- Confirmation of this tour will be received at time of booking
- Minimum of 2 passengers required per flight
- All of the Bell Jet Helicopters are maintained by Bell Factory Approved Mechanics and are flown by Bell Trained, FAA licensed pilots
- All flights are taken in quiet, smooth and reliable Bell Jet helicopters seating 4 or 6 passengers
- Recommended: Comfortable shoes and a extra layer of warm clothing
- All items carried onboard are subject to search. Large bags and backpacks are discouraged
- Weather permitting. If seasonal fog obscures the view, tour route may be altered
- Prior to your travel date, all passenger heights, weights and contact details MUST be advised. If you do not indicate this at the time of booking, you will be required to call the tour operator and advise them of this information directly. The contact details will be on your voucher once you have a confirmed booking.
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My son and I loved flying under the Golden Gate Bridge. Read more ›
Anonymous, United States, April 2008
From start to finish, the tour was fantastic! I booked the trip for my boyfriend's birthday and when ... Read more ›
Sarah B, United States, July 2008
