Venice is one of the world's most well-known cities. Thousands of people travel each year to see the natural beauty of its lagoon, the city's historical and architectural landmarks, and its gorgeous canals. All of this makes it an ideal province to view from the skies. If you want to visit La Serenissima, we recommend a helicopter ride to avoid waiting in long queues.

On the one hand, a panoramic flight over this province means a blend of adrenaline and delight! The feeling of witnessing a breathtaking vista from above is unmatched. This is an activity that everyone should participate in at least once in their lives. However, it should be emphasized that most helicopters are only used to fly 2-3 people at a time.

Where can you go on a helicopter tour in Venice?

- Over the city of Venice: the Patriarchal Basilica of San Marco, the Church of the Redentore, the Doge's Palace, the Rialto Bridge, the San Marco Campanile, and the Arsenal Towers are just a few of the city's magnificent architectural masterpieces. The view from above these landmarks will allow you to appreciate them from an entirely new and fascinating viewpoint and angle.

- Above the lagoon: Since 1987, the entire lagoon region has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Flying over the lagoon, you can view the famous colourful houses of Burano and the island of Torcello. These have an incredible archaeological legacy, and you can also view the city centre of Murano, which is famed for its glass manufacturing all over the globe. The new artificial dam called MOSE is a system of mobile dams intended to protect the city of Venice and its lagoon from floods.

- Around the province: The surroundings of Venice also offer beautiful landscapes that you can fly over by helicopter. Chioggia and its Sottomarina beach are among the most famous tourist resorts of the Adriatic. Then you will fly over Jesolo, one of the most beautiful and populated Italian beaches, being one of the main coastal destinations of the country.

What types of helicopter rides are available?

You probably associate helicopter trips with luxury and, as a result, high prices in your mind. Let us resolve the misunderstanding - there are helicopter options for all budgets. The cost is proportional to the length of the flight. You can choose from the following options in Venice:

• 10-minute helicopter flights: The most affordable, but they won't disappoint. A mere ten minutes in the air over Venice is enough to leave you speechless.

• 20-minute helicopter trips over the lagoon's islands, with the option of lunch in the lagoon.

• 30-minute helicopter flights over Venice and its province.

• If you want to take it one step further, we recommend the Air Baptism. You may spend a day as a pilot on these flights. The instructor will let you pilot the helicopter as you take in the sights of Venice.

Customized helicopter excursions are also available for people who like to travel to more remote locations. Wedding tours, Sea to mountain tours, Dolomites tours, Riviera del Brenta tours, and Tuscany helicopter flights are some options available to you.

Caposile has a flight school for those interested in learning to fly. There are also opportunities to take courses at the helicopter piloting school in Lido di Venezia. Photographic flights over Venice, passenger transport, helicopter rental, Heli taxi services, aerial photography, and special Heli-gourmet flights are all available through companies in Mestre and Lido di Venezia.

When can you have an adventure? Depending on the weather, the experience will vary. The flight will be rescheduled if severe winds and/or thunderstorms are reported.

A panoramic helicopter flight over Jesolo, Mestre and the Venetian Lagoon is a memorable experience. You can't do it every day, especially if you're visiting Venice for a vacation. Sounds exciting? Don't wait any longer and schedule this activity!