Chicago Skyline Snap Tour Helicopter Flight Over Chicago
Overview
Witness Chicago’s stunning skyline from above on this exhilarating helicopter tour. Departing from the Vertiport, the flight offers breathtaking views of the city’s iconic architecture, including Soldier Field and the Shedd Aquarium, as well as the picturesque Lake Michigan shoreline. This unforgettable experience showcases 8 key points of interest along a scenic 10-mile route, perfect for photography enthusiasts and those seeking a unique perspective of the Windy City.
- 10-mile scenic helicopter flight over Chicago's skyline
- Fly past famous landmarks like Soilder Field and Chinatown
- Minimum of 2 passengers required, maximum of 3 per flight
- Free parking available at the Vertiport Chicago
What's Included
- Locker
- Fuel Surcharges & Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pre-Flight Briefing
- Helicopter Flight
- Live Pilot Commentary
- Gratuity
- Parking Fees
- Personal Items / Oversized Bags
Meeting Location
1339 South Wood Street
Chicago, IL 60608, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Chinatown (pass by)
McCormick Place (pass by)
Northerly Island (pass by)
Soldier Field (pass by)
Field Museum (pass by)
Lake (pass by)
Adler Planetarium (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CST).
- Locker.
- Fuel Surcharges & Fees.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Pre-Flight Briefing.
- Helicopter Flight.
- Live Pilot Commentary.
- Gratuity.
- Parking Fees.
- Personal Items / Oversized Bags.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Chicago Skyline Snap Tour Helicopter Flight Over Chicago is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Chicago Skyline Snap Tour Helicopter Flight Over Chicago will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Locker
- Fuel Surcharges & Fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Pre-Flight Briefing
- Helicopter Flight
- Live Pilot Commentary
- Gratuity
- Parking Fees
- Personal Items / Oversized Bags
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 11 travelers
