NY Helicopter Tour: Ultimate NYC Sightseeing
Overview
Experience Manhattan from a breathtaking new perspective on a 17-20 minute NYC helicopter tour with HeliNY! Your helicopter ride will lift off from downtown Manhattan and fly past iconic New York City landmarks such as the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, Times Square, and Central Park, all the way up to the tip of Manhattan complete with live pilot narration. HeliNY’s NYC helicopter tours are great for guests of all ages, making it the perfect addition to any New York City itinerary! Complete days worth of New York City sightseeing in just minutes, with the Manhattan skyline as your backdrop. Several departure times are available throughout the day to fit your schedule!
*HeliNY is Wingman/TOPS certified!
What's Included
- Heliport Landing & Facility Fees (No unexpected fees upon arrival for a smooth & pleasant check-in!)
- Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
- Fuel surcharge
- Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase!)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting Location
6 East River Piers
New York, NY 10004, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Governors Island (pass by)
Statue of Liberty (pass by)
Downtown Manhattan (Downtown) (pass by)
One World Trade Center (pass by)
Empire State Building (pass by)
Madison Square Garden (pass by)
Times Square / Theater District (pass by)
Central Park Tower (pass by)
Central Park (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275 lbs may be unable to fly. If passengers require a seat belt extender they will not be able to attend.
- A current valid government issued photo ID is required on the day of travel.
- All bags are subject to inspection. Complimentary lockers are available to hold belongings while flying.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 must sit in an adults lap at no charge.
- All passengers are required to sign a waiver prior to flying.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Activity code: C-18421P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool New York City customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Heliport Landing & Facility Fees (No unexpected fees upon arrival for a smooth & pleasant check-in!).
- Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers).
- Fuel surcharge.
- Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin.
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase!).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the NY Helicopter Tour: Ultimate NYC Sightseeing is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for NY Helicopter Tour: Ultimate NYC Sightseeing will be included in your confirmation email from Cool New York City. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Heliport Landing & Facility Fees (No unexpected fees upon arrival for a smooth & pleasant check-in!)
- Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
- Fuel surcharge
- Live commentary on board, Floor to ceiling windows, Climate controlled cabin
- Souvenir photos (available to purchase!)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275 lbs may be unable to fly. If passengers require a seat belt extender they will not be able to attend.
- A current valid government issued photo ID is required on the day of travel.
- All bags are subject to inspection. Complimentary lockers are available to hold belongings while flying.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult. Children under 2 must sit in an adults lap at no charge.
- All passengers are required to sign a waiver prior to flying.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
