Golden Gate Helicopter Tour
Golden Gate Helicopter Tour
Duration: 30 minutes
30 minutes
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience
Free cancellation up to 3 days before the start of your experience
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Lift off from Richardson Bay and fly low over the coastline, with clear views of Marin headlands and the ocean meeting the shore.
Circle the Golden Gate Bridge at eye level, with time to take in its scale, structure, and the city skyline beyond.
Glide past Alcatraz and Angel Island, seeing the island layouts, prison buildings, and ferry routes from above.
Fly above downtown San Francisco, passing over Oracle Park, Civic Center, Alamo Square, and the Painted Ladies.
Listen as your pilot shares real-time stories, pointing out neighborhoods, history, and the landmarks you’re flying over.
30-min San Francisco helicopter tour
Noise-cancellation headset
Experienced and knowledgeable pilot
2 passengers per tour
Shuttle service
Tips
Helicopter flying near the Golden Gate Bridge during a San Francisco tour.
Experience San Francisco like never before with a breathtaking helicopter flight over the city and its stunning surroundings. This 25-30 minute journey offers panoramic views of iconic landmarks, sparkling waters, and lush green parks, all from the comfort of a helicopter with bubble windows. Perfect for travelers seeking a fresh perspective of the Bay Area, this tour will leave you awe-inspired as you soar over the city’s most famous sites.
Aerial views of San Francisco's landmarks
As your helicopter lifts off from the seaside helipad, you'll be greeted by impressive views of Sausalito and Tiburon, where their sparkling waters meet the rugged shoreline. Glide over Alcatraz, the once-infamous prison island, and Angel Island, the "Ellis Island of the West." Continue your journey over San Francisco's bustling downtown, flying above Oracle Park, home to the San Francisco Giants, and the picturesque Alamo Square with its iconic Painted Ladies. These sweeping views offer a perfect photo opportunity for capturing the heart of the city.
Discover natural beauty & urban highlights
Your flight also circles Golden Gate Park, home to a vast array of museums, gardens, and natural wonders. From the dense forests to open meadows, the park’s diversity is on full display from above. As you approach the end of your tour, marvel at the famed Coit Tower and Fisherman’s Wharf before hovering over the emerald waters near Angel Island, and making your final descent back to Richardson Bay. Enhance your adventure by choosing the upgraded ticket option, which includes a convenient round-trip shuttle service from Fisherman’s Wharf, making your trip even more seamless and stress-free.
Aerial view of San Francisco skyline and Bay Bridge from helicopter ride.
Helicopter flying near Alcatraz Island with Golden Gate Bridge in background.
Helicopter flying near the Golden Gate Bridge during a San Francisco tour.
Aerial view of San Francisco skyline and Bay Bridge from helicopter ride.
Helicopter flying near Alcatraz Island with Golden Gate Bridge in background.
Aerial view of Alcatraz Island with San Francisco Bay in the background.
What to bring
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Valid ID proof
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Sunglasses
What’s not allowed
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Luggage and backpacks
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Smoking
Accessibility
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It is not wheelchair accessible.
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Service animals are allowed.
Additional information
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Free parking is available at the Seabase.
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All passengers are required to sign a waiver before boarding their flight
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Check in 30 minutes before departure.
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Provide local contact details at the time of booking.
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Passengers weighing more than 220 lb (99.7 kg) will not be able to take part in the activity.
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Passengers taller than 6’1” cannot be accommodated.
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Infants under the age of 3 can fly on their parents’ laps.
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Carry noise-cancellation headsets or earplugs for your infant (due to limited availability onboard).
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Flight route may vary due to weather conditions.
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In the event of severe weather, the pilot may cancel the flight up to 30 minutes before departure. You can reschedule your seaplane tour for up to one year from the original date.
Yellow helicopter flying over Bay Bridge during Golden Gate Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter cockpit view for Golden Gate tour experience.
Aerial view of Alcatraz Island with San Francisco Bay in the background.
Yellow helicopter flying over Bay Bridge during Golden Gate Helicopter Tour.
Helicopter cockpit view for Golden Gate tour experience.
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