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Home/Destinations/Chicago/Helicopter & Speedboat

Chicago Helicopter & Speedboat Tours

Thrills above and on the water: helicopter tours soar over the Chicago skyline and lakefront, while speedboat rides race across Lake Michigan past the skyscrapers. An exhilarating way to experience the city’s dramatic architecture from exciting new angles.

122 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Chicago Architecture River Cruise
Chicago
Chicago Architecture River Cruise
4.8(17,086)·1h–1h 30min
from$39/ person
via Viator
Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Tour
Chicago
Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Tour
4.7(11,085)·1h 30min
from$45/ person
via Viator
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady
Chicago
Chicago Architecture Center River Cruise aboard First Lady
4.9(7,319)·1h 30min
from$57/ person
via Viator
Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile
Chicago
Chicago River 45-Minute Architecture Tour from Magnificent Mile
4.6(3,660)·45 min
from$28/ person
via Viator
Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour
Chicago
Chicago Lake and River Architecture Tour
4.7(2,459)·1h 30min
from$45/ person
via Viator
Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus
Chicago
Chicago Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour by Open-top Bus
3.9(2,411)·2 hours
from$49/ person
via Viator
Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour
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Chicago
Chicago River 90-Minute Architecture Boat Tour
4.8(1,932)·1h 30min
from$33$37/ person
via Viator
Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago
Chicago
Lake Michigan Sunset Cruise in Chicago
4.5(1,708)·1h 30min
from$45/ person
via Viator
360 CHICAGO Observation Deck Admission
Chicago
360 CHICAGO Observation Deck Admission
3.9(1,319)·1–4 hours
from$27/ person
via Viator
Lake Michigan Skyline Cruise in Chicago
Chicago
Lake Michigan Skyline Cruise in Chicago
4.4(952)·30 min–45 min
from$34/ person
via Viator
Chicago Bike & Classic Food Tour: Bikes, Bites & Views - Adults
Chicago
Chicago Bike & Classic Food Tour: Bikes, Bites & Views - Adults
4.9(769)·4h 30min
from$89/ person
via Viator
Flyover in Chicago
Chicago
Flyover in Chicago
4.7(754)·30 min
from$28/ person
via Viator
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
Chicago
Chicago Sightseeing River and Lake Cruise
4.7(742)·1h 30min
from$46/ person
via Viator
Chicago Night Crimes Tour by Bus
Chicago
Chicago Night Crimes Tour by Bus
4.8(519)·2h–2h 30min
from$55/ person
via Viator
Historical and Architectural Chicago Fireboat River & Lake Cruise
Chicago
Historical and Architectural Chicago Fireboat River & Lake Cruise
4.9(498)·2 hours
from$47/ person
via Viator
Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise
Chicago
Chicago By Night River and Lake Cruise
4.5(449)·1h 30min
from$50/ person
via Viator
2-Hour Chicago Lakefront & Museum Campus Segway Tour
−9%
Chicago
2-Hour Chicago Lakefront & Museum Campus Segway Tour
5.0(388)·2 hours
from$63$70/ person
via Viator
City Cruises Chicago: Signature Lunch Cruise on Lake Michigan
Chicago
City Cruises Chicago: Signature Lunch Cruise on Lake Michigan
4.0(386)·2 hours
from$63/ person
via Viator
Lake Michigan 30 Minute Speedboat Ride
Chicago
Lake Michigan 30 Minute Speedboat Ride
4.1(360)·30 min
from$39/ person
via Viator
Chicago Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour
Chicago
Chicago Seadog River & Lake Architectural Tour
4.5(308)·1h 15min
from$42/ person
via Viator
Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour of Top Downtown Attractions
Chicago
Chicago's Ultimate City Bike Tour of Top Downtown Attractions
4.9(275)·3 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
Bike Tour of Chicago's Lakefront Neighborhoods
Chicago
Bike Tour of Chicago's Lakefront Neighborhoods
4.9(265)·3 hours
from$59/ person
via Viator
Chicago Landmarks and Museum Campus Small Group Segway Tour
Chicago
Chicago Landmarks and Museum Campus Small Group Segway Tour
5.0(239)·2 hours
from$70/ person
via Viator
Chicago River Ghost & Dark History Night Cruise
Chicago
Chicago River Ghost & Dark History Night Cruise
4.1(232)·1h 30min
from$46/ person
via Viator
Lakefront Segway Tour in Chicago
−15%
Chicago
Lakefront Segway Tour in Chicago
4.6(151)·1h 30min
from$60$70/ person
via Viator
Lake Michigan Fireworks Cruise in Chicago
Chicago
Lake Michigan Fireworks Cruise in Chicago
4.2(142)·2–3 hours
from$60/ person
via Viator
Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour
Chicago
Private 45-Minute Chicago Skyline Helicopter Tour
4.8(134)·45 min
from$849/ person
via Viator
Chicago Loop Food Tour: Taste the Most Iconic Local Eats
Chicago
Chicago Loop Food Tour: Taste the Most Iconic Local Eats
4.8(132)·2 hours
from$132/ person
via Viator
Embers of the Windy City: Chilling Chicago Ghost Tours
Chicago
Embers of the Windy City: Chilling Chicago Ghost Tours
4.4(127)·1 hour
from$26/ person
via Viator
Small-Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Chicago
Chicago
Small-Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Chicago
5.0(121)·2 hours
from$89/ person
via Viator
City Cruises Chicago: Premier Plus Brunch Cruise on Chicago River
Chicago
City Cruises Chicago: Premier Plus Brunch Cruise on Chicago River
4.5(85)·2 hours
from$85/ person
via Viator
Private Sailing on Beautiful Lake Michigan - Navy Pier, Chicago
Chicago
Private Sailing on Beautiful Lake Michigan - Navy Pier, Chicago
5.0(73)·2 hours
from$508/ person
via Viator
Chicago Architecture River Tour & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
Chicago
Chicago Architecture River Tour & Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour
4.0(51)·2 hours
from$99/ person
via Viator
BEST of Chicago Landmarks and Skyline Small Group City Tour
Chicago
BEST of Chicago Landmarks and Skyline Small Group City Tour
4.9(39)·3 hours
from$48/ person
via Viator
Sail on Tall Ship Windy, join us for our "Chicago Skyline Sail"
Chicago
Sail on Tall Ship Windy, join us for our "Chicago Skyline Sail"
4.7(32)·1h 15min
from$91/ person
via Viator
Chicago's Lake Michigan Downtown Kayak Rental at Ohio Street Beach
Chicago
Chicago's Lake Michigan Downtown Kayak Rental at Ohio Street Beach
4.8(26)·1–2 hours
from$40/ person
via Viator
Chicago's Fireworks Show aboard Tall Ship Windy!
Chicago
Chicago's Fireworks Show aboard Tall Ship Windy!
4.7(26)·1h 30min
from$114/ person
via Viator
Chicago Skyline Snap Tour Helicopter Flight Over Chicago
Chicago
Chicago Skyline Snap Tour Helicopter Flight Over Chicago
3.9(24)·7 min–10 min
from$150/ person
via Viator
Chicago Helicopter Tour: Loop Tour
Chicago
Chicago Helicopter Tour: Loop Tour
4.5(17)·12 min–15 min
from$210/ person
via Viator
Chicago Art Heist: Millennium Park Puzzle Adventure
Chicago
Chicago Art Heist: Millennium Park Puzzle Adventure
4.0(10)·1h 35min
from$7/ person
via Viator
City Cruises Chicago: Signature Brunch Cruise on Lake Michigan
Chicago
City Cruises Chicago: Signature Brunch Cruise on Lake Michigan
3.7(9)·2 hours
from$94/ person
via Viator
2 Hour Chicago Landmarks & Lakefront E-Bike Tour
Chicago
2 Hour Chicago Landmarks & Lakefront E-Bike Tour
4.7(9)·2 hours
from$72/ person
via Viator
Chicago Walking Tour of Highlights with Free Bike or Kayak Rental
Chicago
Chicago Walking Tour of Highlights with Free Bike or Kayak Rental
5.0(6)·2 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator
Chicago Loop Self-Guided Audio Tour: Architecture & History Walk
Chicago
Chicago Loop Self-Guided Audio Tour: Architecture & History Walk
5.0(5)·2h–2h 30min
from$10/ person
via Viator
Chicago Full-Day Walking Food Tour with Free Bike or Kayak Rental
Chicago
Chicago Full-Day Walking Food Tour with Free Bike or Kayak Rental
5.0(3)·5 hours
from$99/ person
via Viator
Skyline Lakefront and Millennium Park Chicago Private Day Tour
Chicago
Skyline Lakefront and Millennium Park Chicago Private Day Tour
5.0(1)·3 hours
from$164/ person
via Viator
Chicago Private Lakefront Sunset and Skyline Photo Tour
Chicago
Chicago Private Lakefront Sunset and Skyline Photo Tour
2 hours
from$110/ person
via Viator
360 Chicago Admission & Fast Pass
Chicago
360 Chicago Admission & Fast Pass
1–2 hours
from$35/ person
via Viator

Helicopter & Speedboat in Chicago — FAQ

Can you take a helicopter tour in Chicago?
Yes — helicopter tours fly over the skyline, Lake Michigan and landmarks for a spectacular aerial view of the city.
What are Lake Michigan speedboat rides?
They are fast, fun boat rides along the lakefront, offering thrilling speed and great skyline views.
Are these tours good for views?
Yes — both helicopter and speedboat tours offer dramatic, unforgettable perspectives of Chicago’s famous skyline.

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