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Overview
Soar above the vibrant skyline of St. Petersburg with the Downtown St. Petersburg Helicopter Tour. This unforgettable ride offers stunning aerial views of the city’s iconic landmarks, waterfront parks, and bustling marinas, all while gliding over the sparkling waters of Tampa Bay. This unique perspective showcases the dynamic cityscape and stunning coastline, ensuring an experience unlike any other.
- 16 miles of scenic flight over downtown St. Petersburg
- Discover 5 key points of interest including the St. Pete Pier and Florida Skyway
- Suitable for small groups with a maximum of 3 passengers per flight
- All flights depart from Albert Whitted Airport with free parking available
What's included
Helicopter Tour
What to expect
Pass by
Florida's largest open-water estuary, a 400-square-mile natural harbor bordered by Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Clearwater, with the state's largest port.
Pass by
A private liberal arts college on 188 acres of waterfront along Tampa Bay in St. Petersburg, known for its beach-school setting and marine research programs.
Pass by
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge, a 5.5-mile cable-stayed span rising 190 feet over Tampa Bay, connecting St. Petersburg to Manatee County and instantly recognizable by its bright yellow cables.
Tierra Verde Light
Pass by
A modern 65-foot-tall span along the Pinellas Bayway, providing the only vehicle access to Tierra Verde and Fort De Soto Park at Mullet Key.
St. Pete Pier
Pass by
A 26-acre waterfront district extending into Tampa Bay from downtown St. Petersburg, opened in 2020. It has restaurants, a marketplace, public art, a fishing deck, and the Tampa Bay Watch Discovery Center.
Tropicana Field
Pass by
The domed home of the Tampa Bay Rays (MLB), located at 1 Tropicana Drive. Opened in 1990 as the Florida Suncoast Dome, it's MLB's only nonretractable domed stadium and is known for the 10,000-gallon Rays Touch Tank behind the outfield wall. Hurricane Milton damaged its roof in October 2024; repairs finished in April 2026 and the Rays returned that April.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Come into the front door of Sheltair and go to the Fly Heli check-in desk.
End point
Come into the front door of Sheltair and go to the Fly Heli check-in desk.
Additional information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
