Helicopter tours in Boston, Massachusetts
6 helicopter tours around Boston, 3 with prices from the operators' own sites (from $225). Open a listing to see its menu, then request a time. No phone tag.
What helicopter tours are actually like
The city, the coast or the canyon from a few hundred feet up, with a pilot pointing out what you're looking at.
- Check in and weigh in. Seats are assigned by weight to balance the aircraft.
- A quick safety talk covers headsets, seatbelts, and how to approach the helicopter.
- Rotors spin up, and you lift straight off the pad. Most people gasp at that first moment.
- You fly the route with the pilot narrating through your headset. Windows are big and the ride is smooth.
- Land where you started. Most flights run 10 to 45 minutes depending on the tour.
Bring: Photo ID, Sunglasses, A phone with a wrist strap for photos, Dark clothing cuts window glare in photos. Good for: Couples, visitors who want the overview shot, anyone who hates lines and wants a big view fast.
Questions
How many helicopter tours are there in Boston?
Outset lists 6 helicopter tours around Boston, including places in Norwood, North Andover, Pembroke and Boston. 6 of them have photos.
How much do helicopter tours cost in Boston?
3 of the 6 operators publish prices on their own site. Starting prices run from $225 to $600. The full menu is on each listing.
How long do helicopter tours in Boston take?
Listed durations include 30 min, 1 hour and 25 to 30 min, as stated on the operators' own sites.
Which helicopter tours in Boston have the most reviews?
Helicopter Tour Boston (5.0 stars, 780 reviews), Boston Helicopters (4.9 stars, 46 reviews) and Boston Executive Helicopters (5.0 stars, 43 reviews). Review counts are from public listings.
Where does this information come from?
From each operator's own website and public listings, one source per fact. Operators can claim their page on Outset and correct anything.