New Orleans Helicopter City Tour

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New Orleans, USA
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7 to 9 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Take off from New Orleans Lakefront Airport and head on over the city of New Orleans, where you will get an up-close view of the French Quarter, St. Louis Cathedral, Jackson Square, and Bourbon Street. Beyond that you'll get a bird's eye view of the greater New Orleans area and see our magnificent surroundings from above. After flying over the French Quarter you will head back to Lakefront Airport, getting views from a distance of New Orleans City Park, the Fairgrounds, Dillard University and the Causeway Bridge.

What's Included

  • Safety briefing before every flight.
  • Upgrade options for each flight.
  • Personalized narrated tour from the pilot.
  • Gratuity is not included.
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

8221 Lloyd Stearman Drive
New Orleans, LA 70126, USA

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End point

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French Quarter (pass by)

Fly over the French Quarter
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Bourbon Street (pass by)

Fly over Bourbon Street
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Mississippi River (pass by)

Fly over the Mississippi River.
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City Park (pass by)

Fly over City Park.
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • A maximum of 3 people per booking.
  • Due to weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 295 lbs will NOT be permitted to ride.
  • An entire group cannot exceed the maximum amount of 575lbs.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the New Orleans Helicopter City Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the activity start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the activity start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the activity local time (CDT).This activity requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the activity for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-65635P17

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What's Included

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  • Safety briefing before every flight.
  • Upgrade options for each flight.
  • Personalized narrated tour from the pilot.
  • Gratuity is not included.

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  • A maximum of 3 people per booking.
  • Due to weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 295 lbs will NOT be permitted to ride.
  • An entire group cannot exceed the maximum amount of 575lbs.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 3 travelers

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