Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure
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At a glance
- Duration
- 50 min
- Price from
- $339 / person
- Location
- San Francisco, United States
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 9 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Seaplane Adventures
- Meeting point
- Use Google Maps and enter "Seaplane Adventures" in the address bar. This will bring you directly to our airport. Free parking.
Description
Soar over the legendary Alcatraz and Angel Island during our introductory helicopter tour! Great for travelers with robust agendas, or families and friends taking flight for the first time. Revel in stories of the famous Bay Islands as you take flight off the helipad in Mill Valley. Your pilot will navigate orbital views for guests while island-hopping over historic Alcatraz and Angel Island. Learn about the Escape from Alcatraz and see the buildings on this rocky outcropping from above. A flight pass offshore San Francisco before a smooth landing at Commodore Heliport in Marin completes the most unique way to see these iconic landmarks.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, and Sun
- Start times
- 10:30 AM, 12:15 PM, and 2:30 PM
- Next available
- Fri, Oct 16
- Adult
- $339
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 15.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Sausalito
Sausalito is a Marin County city across the Golden Gate Strait from San Francisco. It’s known for its Richardson Bay houseboat enclaves, which were built by artist squatters after WWII.
Golden Gate Bridge
Completed in 1937 the Golden Gate Bridge is one of the most famous bridges in the world.
Alcatraz Island
From 1934 until 1963, Alcatraz was America's premier maximum-security prison, the final stop for the nation's most incorrigible prisoners.
Downtown San Francisco
The Financial District is the city’s business center. Among the skyscrapers that dominate the skyline are the striking, spire-topped Transamerica Pyramid building and the Salesforce Tower.
San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge
The San Francisco–Oakland Bay Bridge, known locally as the Bay Bridge, is a complex of bridges spanning San Francisco Bay in California.
Pier 39
Views of California sea lions hauled out on docks on Pier 39's marina
Fisherman's Wharf
Fisherman’s Wharf, on the northern waterfront, is one of the city's busiest tourist areas.
Angel Island State Park
Angel Island State Park, the largest natural island in the San Francisco Bay, offers some of the best views of the surrounding Bay Area.
What's included
Included
Noise Cancelation Headset
Experience pilot
Guided Tour by Pilot
Not included
Gratuities
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
9 reviews
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure take?
Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure lasts about 50 min. The itinerary has 8 stops.
How much does Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure cost?
Prices start at $339 per person for this San Francisco experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs on Mondays, Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays, starting at 10:30 AM, 12:15 PM, and 2:30 PM.
Can I cancel Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Use Google Maps and enter "Seaplane Adventures" in the address bar. This will bring you directly to our airport. Free parking. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 2 travellers can book together.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Alcatraz City Sites Helicopter Adventure worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 9 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Seaplane Adventures.
Reviews(9)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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