Fly Over Hollywood Studios, the Hollywood Sign & Santa Monica Pier
35 mins
2 to 3 people
Helicopter tour, pilot narration, headsets
Explore Los Angeles from the air on a route linking major Hollywood studios, the Hollywood Sign, and Santa Monica’s coastline. Take in city landmarks and coastal views with pilot narration throughout the flight.
Cancel or change at least 24 hours before your tour. Cancellations within 24 hours incur a 50% fee. No-shows incur a 100% fee. Arrivals 15 minutes late or more incur a 50% fee. Full refund if the operator cancels due to adverse weather and you cannot reschedule.
Product ID: DFBTU3
Advance reservations are suggested; same-day bookings may be available.
Tours are available 7 days a week.
Flights depart from Van Nuys Airport.
Group 3 Aviation, 16425 Hart St, Suite 211, Van Nuys, CA 91406
Universal Studios Hollywood sits at the heart of the entertainment world, a sprawling working studio where blockbuster films and beloved television shows have come to life for over a century. From the air, Universal Studios Hollywood reveals itself in a way no ground tour ever could, with its iconic backlot, soundstages, and theme park attractions laid out like a living map of cinema history. This movie studio and beach helicopter tour gives you a privileged perspective on the place where movie magic is made, soaring above the studios that have shaped global pop culture.
As your helicopter lifts off and banks toward Universal Studios Hollywood, the famous studio tour tram routes and recognizable set pieces come into focus below. You will glide over the production lots where countless films have been shot, taking in the scale of the operation in a way that ground visitors simply cannot appreciate. The contrast is striking as the tour continues on toward the glittering coastline, pairing the cinematic landscape of Universal Studios Hollywood with sweeping ocean views, palm-lined beaches, and the broader Los Angeles skyline. Every window seat offers a new angle, every minute aloft a new detail, from the rooftops of the soundstages to the curves of the studio backlot streets.
This experience is perfect for film buffs, photographers, couples celebrating a special occasion, and visitors who want to see Los Angeles in a memorable way. Families looking to add a thrill to their trip will find the aerial perspective on Universal Studios Hollywood unforgettable, especially when paired with the beach scenery that follows. If you have ever wanted to understand the geography of Hollywood and feel the scale of its most famous studio, this flight delivers it in vivid, breathtaking fashion, turning Universal Studios Hollywood into the centerpiece of a uniquely Los Angeles adventure.
Peter and Claudia are clearly the heart of this helicopter tour operation, and the reviews speak for themselves. Across dozens of flights covering LA's coastline, canyons, and Hollywood landmarks, guests consistently highlight Peter's skill as a pilot and his genuine enthusiasm for sharing the city from above. He's known for going off-script when passengers want to see something specific, and Claudia's warm welcome on the ground helps ease first-time fliers before they even board. The tours themselves range from quick city overviews to longer coastal and canyon experiences, with the sunset Hollywood and beaches route earning particular praise. Several guests have used the flights for proposals and anniversaries, and Peter's willingness to help make those moments special comes up more than once. One reviewer noted a minor fit issue for taller passengers, though it was easily resolved by seating them up front. The only real outlier in the reviews is a single complaint about noise and customer service, which reads as an isolated experience rather than a reflection of the overall operation. If you're visiting LA and want a genuinely memorable way to see the city, this is a strong choice with a track record that's hard to argue with.
Had an amazing 1 hour tour around LA with Peter! It was the best helicopter tour I’ve ever had! Erika and I enjoyed it
Matthew Barnard
May 10, 2026
Had an amazing 1 hour tour around LA with Peter! It was the best helicopter tour I’ve ever had! Erika and I enjoyed it
Matthew Barnard
May 10, 2026
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