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30-Min All-Inclusive NYC Helicopter Tour from Downtown Manhattan

30-Min All-Inclusive NYC Helicopter Route Map
Helicopter flying over New York City skyline with view of iconic skyscrapers.
Aerial view of Coney Island during 30-minute helicopter tour, New York City.
Verrazzano Bridge

Make the most of the Big Apple with this ultimate 30-min helicopter tour that covers an incredible 15+ sights in NYC, along with live commentary.

Highlights

  • Experience the magic of NYC from the skies on this unforgettable 30-min aerial tour of the city that covers a whopping 15+ landmarks!

  • Witness exclusive places like the famous amusement resort of Coney Island and the former longest suspension bridge in the world, Verrazzano Bridge.

  • Glide by the iconic Lady Liberty, and marvel at must-see attractions like the Chrysler Building and the tallest building in NYC, One World Trade Center.

  • More than just a tour, this ride will be a learning session for you as your pilot will be sharing interesting facts through live commentary.

  • Did you know? The Verrazano Bridge is so long that engineers had to consider the curvature of the Earth when designing it!

Inclusions

  • 30-min shared helicopter tour

  • Live commentary

  • Noise-cancelling headsets

Aerial view of 15+ attractions including:

  • Statue of Liberty

  • Empire State Building

  • Central Park

  • Brooklyn

  • Columbia University

  • Top of Manhattan

Exclusions

  • $40 heliport fees per person, to be paid at check-in

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • Taiwan
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Guests from Ukraine, United Kingdom, Switzerland and over 8 countries have loved this experience
Emily Gerard

Emily

5/5

May, 2024

It was amazing! My husband did this for my birthday. I'm from NYC but had not seen it from above in this way. Really cool!
Janet Hendy

Janet

5/5

Apr, 2024

Everything! Just everything! I was made to feel welcome from the moment I walked through the door until the moment I left. The whole experience was safety conscious and so very well organised. The helicopter was comfortable and the pilot was friendly and informative. I would definitely recommend this company and the flight to all my friends who are visiting New York!
David Roman Puga

David

5/5

Sep, 2024

Kind personnel. Smooth flight . Great views
Michael Angus

Michael

5/5

Jul, 2024

It was a great commentary and a great view of New York! No better way to see it
TENG, HSIAO-LUN

Teng,

5/5

Jul, 2024

Awesome !it's first time and great experience for take Hlicopeter.

The best of NYC without the crowds

Immerse yourself in the magnificence of NYC and its attractions without dealing with the crowds or traffic. Sit comfortably in a luxury helicopter as you go on a 30-min aerial ride 1500-2000 ft above the ground. If you're short on time and want to visit multiple spots in the city, this tour, covering 15+ attractions, is the perfect option for you! Experience the most spectacular views of the Manhattan skyline, along with icons like the Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building.

Exclusive attractions in just 30 minutes

Gaze in awe at the suspended bridge that is the gateway between Staten Island and New York, the Verazzano Narrows Bridge, which at one time was the longest suspension bridge in the world. Look out upon the bays that make up Staten Island before heading to a very different island indeed. Every summer, Coney Island turns into an amusement park, a dream of every kid in New York and there's no better way to admire its intricacies than from the air!

Sights covered

  • Statue of Liberty

  • One World Trade Center

  • Empire State Building

  • Chrysler Building

  • Columbia University

  • George Washington Bridge

  • Yankee Stadium

  • Palisades Cliffs

  • Verrazano Bridge

  • Coney Island

  • and more popular attractions

Additional information

  • Children aged under 2 don’t require tickets but must sit on the lap of an adult.

  • The weight limit is 275 pounds or 125 kg per passenger, passengers who weigh more than this or close to this may have to wait for a flight that can safely accommodate their weight.

  • The helicopter does not fly over Manhattan itself, but up the Hudson, beside Manhattan.

  • Book your tickets in advance as the New York Helicopter Tour sells out quickly.

  • Plan your tour at the start of your NYC trip to account for potential rescheduling due to weather conditions.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the redemption point.

  • Please arrive at the redemption point 30 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Ticket redemption point

  • Please check your final voucher for redemption point details & specific instructions.

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