4 Helicopter Tours in New York City That Still Read Well a Year On

1.Manhattan Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,076 reviews · 12 - 30 minutes · from $299Our pick

Fly from Pier 6 with Zip Aviation on a 12 to 30 minute helicopter tour over Manhattan. You will pass the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, Broadway, Brooklyn Bridge, and more, with pre-recorded commentary in several languages. Check in 45 minutes early, bring photo ID, and remember that window seats are not guaranteed.

“Brilliant. Expensive but worth every penny. It’s something you will remember for ever. My teenage boys loved it.”

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2.Manhattan Sightseeing Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,826 reviews · from $299Top rated

Take a 15 to 30-minute helicopter flight over Manhattan, with floor-to-ceiling convex windows, Bose headsets, and live English commentary. You may see Central Park, the Empire State Building, Brooklyn Bridge, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and more. Flights may leave Manhattan or New Jersey, so check your departure point carefully.

“Absolute must do,HeliNY were fantastic,great members of staff,explained everything,made my wife who was nervous feel right at ease.Worth every penny spent,highly recommend”

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3.The Manhattan Helicopter Tour of New York

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,842 reviews · 12 to 15 minutes (approx.) · from $236Best value

Take a shared 12 to 15 minute helicopter flight from Lower Manhattan with live pilot commentary. You’ll pass One World Trade Center, the Statue of Liberty, Midtown skyscrapers, Central Park, and Brooklyn Bridge. Flights hold up to six people, with seats assigned by weight. Bring photo ID and allow extra time for security and the $40 heliport fee.

“Viator made this so easy and fun! All waivers can be filled out early online so check in goes quickly and smoothly. Staff are all friendly and helpful. One thing to note is that you will need to put hats, scarves, and bags into a locker.”

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4.Big Apple Helicopter Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,826 reviews · 15 - 30 minutes · from $274

Fly from Pier 6 over the Hudson and around the Statue of Liberty, Manhattan, Central Park, and famous bridges. Choose 15, 20, or 30 minutes, with room for up to six passengers. Pilots such as Eduardo, Raphael, Frank, and Salvator have been praised for calm flying and informative commentary. Bring government-issued photo ID and arrive early.

“It was the most incredible experience of my life, I strongly recommend booking!”

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