New York City Helicopter Tour

About this experience

New York City Helicopter Tour This ticket admits you to a 15-minute guided aerial tour above Manhattan, departing from Downtown Manhattan Heliport. Your pilot leads the flight, taking you to heights of 1,500 to 2,000 feet where the city spreads out as a remarkable mosaic of streets, rivers, and skyline. The tour suits visitors who want to see New York's most celebrated landmarks from a perspective that no street-level itinerary can offer. Throughout the flight, your pilot provides live commentary through your headset, sharing the history and stories behind NYC's legendary skyline. The route passes over the harbour for close-up views of the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, then continues north along the Hudson River past the Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and One World Trade Center. You will also see Times Square, Chelsea Piers, and the Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum from above. The helicopter's large windows are designed for photography, giving you clear sightlines to more than nine major attractions during the flight. If your schedule allows, you may upgrade to a 20-minute or 30-minute flight for extended coverage of additional neighbourhoods. What is Included 15-minute helicopter flight over Manhattan Live pilot commentary via headset Views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Empire State Building, and other landmarks Safety equipment and briefing Professional flight crew Good to Know Duration: 15 to 30 minutes depending on the selected option. Meeting point is Downtown Manhattan Heliport. Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled departure for safety screening and check-in. Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for all adult passengers. Children under 2 fly free but must sit on an adult's lap. Only small bags are permitted inside the helicopter. Photography is encouraged throughout the flight. Flights may be postponed or rescheduled due to weather conditions for safety reasons. Booking in advance is recommended, particularly during peak tourist seasons. After seeing the city from the air, you may wish to continue exploring at ground level. The Empire State Building offers stunning 360-degree views from its Art Deco observation deck, while the Edge Observation Deck provides thrilling outdoor sky deck experiences in Hudson Yards. For those seeking a different kind of perspective, SUMMIT One Vanderbilt combines art installations with panoramic city views. Alcohol is not sold through this listing. Any tasting is served on site by the operator to guests of legal drinking age.

Highlights

• Take to the skies on this 15-min helicopter tour of NYC which is perfect for you if you're short on time and looking for an economical tour of the Big Apple
• Fly past the iconic Ellis Island, the symbol of the American Dream, and the Statue of Liberty, as your pilot, an adept storyteller, regales you with stories
• Travel up the Hudson as you soar 1500-2000ft above the ground and get a closer look at city highlights like the Chrysler and Empire State Buildings
• Upgrade to a 20-min or 30-min helicopter ride and take your time being awed by the multiple attractions of the Big Apple.

What is included

• 12 to 15-min shared helicopter tour $40 heliport fees per person Aerial view of 9+ attractions Live commentary by the pilot Noise-cancelling headsets Optional helicopter tour upgrades

Before you go

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Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience. Within 48 hours of the start, the booking cannot be cancelled.