New York Helicopter Tour: Ultimate Tour

Highlights

Listen to live commentary from your pilot as you fly
Multiple tour times to work around your busy schedule
No surprises—the price includes facility and fuel fees
Listen to live commentary from your pilot as you fly
Multiple tour times to work around your busy schedule

Summary

Our 17-20 minute Ultimate Tour takes you from the Battery all the way north over the George Washington Bridge. Sights on the tour include the Statue of Liberty, One World Trade Center, Empire State Building, Chrysler Building, and Central Park.

Tour info

Duration

17 minutes - 20 minutes

Pricing (From)

Passenger: (2-99 years)

$335.74

Infant: (0-1 years)

$0.00

Why take this tour?

Take to the skies on our most popular tour and experience the island of Manhattan in its full glory! Meet at Downtown Manhattan Heliport. Check in and board your helicopter for a flight over the city.

Our 17-20 minute Ultimate Tour offers you the best view of Manhattan, taking you from the Battery all the way north over the George Washington Bridge, one of the busiest bridges in the world. View the very best Manhattan attractions from above including:

The Statue of Liberty
Central Park
The Empire State Building
One World Trade Center

Don’t forget there are so many more sights to see in Manhattan above midtown! See the entire length of Central Park, spot Columbia University or historic Grant’s Tomb, the largest mausoleum in North America! Don’t forget about New Jersey’s beautiful palisade cliffs or northern Manhattan’s Inwood Hill park, the last natural forest in this urban metropolis! Even catch a glimpse of Yankee Stadium as you soar above the Hudson River.

What’s included?

Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin
Heliport Landing and Facility Fees
Fuel surcharge
Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 17-20 minutes
Mobile tickets accepted
Children 2+ are full price as due to FAA regulations they need to sit in their own seat.

Before you go

Arrive 30 minutes prior to your scheduled flight time.
All guests will receive Bose noise cancelling headphones and be fitted for a life vest upon arrival.
A current valid government issued photo ID is required on the day of travel

Covid Policy

Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

We will demonstrate how life preservers are worn and you will put your own life preserver on. You will place your own belongings into complimentary lockers. Headsets will be provided without microphones and will be disinfected between flights. You will have the option to use disposable earplugs.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operator Website

Operated by:

Heli NY Sightseeing

About operator:

See NYC from a different perspective. Our helicopter sightseeing tours provide you with a bird's-eye view of Manhattan and the surrounding area in comfort and style. Marvel at the Chrysler Building, Empire State Building, One World Trade and more as you travel down the Hudson River to the New York Harbor. See the George Washington and Verrazzano Bridge that keep Manhattan connected. Reflect on New York's historic landmarks including the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, South Street Seaport and Brooklyn Bridge! A HeliNY tour is a must-do for locals and tourists alike! CHARTERS: Whether you are taking a quick trip to the airport or heading to the Hamptons for the weekend, a helicopter charter offers a quick, easy, and comfortable alternative for travel in and out of the metro area. Airport Transfers by helicopter typically takes less than 10 minutes, giving you more time in the day for everything else. Airport Transfers are available between Manhattan and EWR, LGA, JFK & TEB.