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Chicago Architecture River Cruise
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★ 4.8 (17010 reviews)
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Chicago Tours & Activities
Chicago, Illinois
Air Tours
Chicago by Night Helicopter Tour
Price: From $249.00
4.9 rating • 412 reviews
Duration: 15 minutes (approx.)
Meeting point: Check in at the Chicago helicopter terminal near Chicago Midway or downtown heliport confirmed at booking.
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Overview
Chicago by Night Helicopter Tour is a aerial sightseeing outing in Chicago, Illinois centered on Willis Tower, Millennium Park, and surrounding destination landmarks. The route emphasizes Willis Tower, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, Lake Michigan, and Chicago River. The experience emphasizes Night helicopter flight over downtown Chicago, Illuminated Willis Tower and Loop skyline views, and Navy Pier and Lake Michigan aerial perspectives. Scheduled stops include Willis Tower, Millennium Park, Navy Pier, and Lake Michigan. Landmarks referenced in the route include Navy Pier and Chicago River. The route combines landscape features and scenic viewpoints, neighborhood landmarks and open views, and structured adventure features and challenge elements. The outing typically lasts 15 minutes (approx.). Travel is organized as helicopter flight with route pacing matched to the destination.
Highlights
- Illuminated Willis Tower and Loop skyline views
- Premium bucket-list aerial experience
- Night helicopter flight over downtown Chicago
- Navy Pier and Lake Michigan aerial perspectives
- Pilot narration on Chicago landmarks
What’s included
- Night helicopter flight
- Pilot narration
- Headset communication
- Weight and safety briefing
Itinerary
Stop
5 minutesWillis Tower
Visit Willis Tower during the 5 minutes stop.
Pass by
Millennium Park
Pass Millennium Park as part of the route.
Pass by
Navy Pier
Pass Navy Pier as part of the route.
Pass by
Lake Michigan
Pass Lake Michigan as part of the route.
FAQs
How long is the Chicago by Night Helicopter Tour?
The planned duration is 15 minutes.
Where does the tour depart from in Chicago?
Check in at the Chicago helicopter terminal near Chicago Midway or downtown heliport confirmed at booking.
Additional info
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
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