Manhattan Helicopter Sightseeing Tour
Description
Take a flight that you will remember for a lifetime. Departing from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport, this helicopter tour begins at the majestic the Statue of Liberty, followed by the world-famous Manhattan skyline. As you fly, sights include Ground Zero, Madison Square Garden, and Times Square, as well as a magnificent panoramic view of Central Park. This tour is a bestseller, and a great choice for those with limited time and budget. Sights include: The Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, the 9/11 Memorial, Battery Park, Financial District, The Empire State Building, The Chrysler Building, Times Square, Central Park, and The Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.
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Itinerary
You can enjoy views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, One World Trade Center, the 9/11 Memorial, Battery Park, Financial District, the Empire State Building, the Chrysler Building, Times Square, Central Park, and the Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum.
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Important Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Check-in is 45 minutes prior to the scheduled flight time. Failure to do so may result in extended wait times or forfeiture of flight.
- Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 250lbs (113kgs) will be required to purchase an additional seat. This is payable directly to the tour operator on the day of the tour. 300-lb (136kg) maximum weight per passenger.
- All passengers including children must have a government-issued ID/Passport or you may be denied your flight.
- Please note, that audio language selection is not guaranteed and is based on availability. Should more than 2 languages be requested on the same flight, the audio commentary may default to English. Due to the unpredictable nature of technical difficulties, we cannot provide assurance for the audio functionality of the headsets.
- All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
- Passengers may be scheduled to fly at any time between their assigned check-in time and their booked tour time. Actual flight times may vary based on operational needs, weather conditions, and passenger flow.
- Flights purchased prior to March 2, 2026, the $40 per person heliport fee was not included in the original booking price. This fee will be payable at the time of check-in.
Reviews(162)
Forced to do it at the otherwise it squeezed a failed trip to New York
Bonjour ! Merci pour votre avis. Nous sommes ravis que vous ayez inclus un tour en hélicoptère dans votre visite de New York. Merci !
Absolutely not recommended I arrive half an hour in advance and my helicopter has already left poor communication and really do not help you well with any changes
Hallo Colin, Bedankt voor uw recensie. Onze inchecktijd voor alle tours is 45 minuten voor vertrek, zoals vermeld in de bevestigingsmail. Aangezien uw boeking via Viator/TripAdvisor is gedaan, is de bevestiging verzonden via hun 'Passenger Dashboard', waarna zij deze hebben doorgestuurd naar uw persoonlijke e-mailadres. Toen u bij de helihaven arriveerde, bevestigde u dat u deze informatie had ontvangen. Helaas arriveerde u na de vereiste inchecktijd en was de helikopter reeds vertrokken. Hierdoor bleef uw gereserveerde stoel op die vlucht onbenut. Bedankt.
Could not recommend this more! I’ve been to NYC dozens of times, but this perspective on a clear day is unparalleled. The tour company was super professional and it felt very safe.
Hello! Thank you so much for this incredible review! It means a lot to hear that even after visiting NYC dozens of times, the view from the air is different - it is one that is not only incredible but unparalleled as well! We’re also so glad you felt safe and well taken care of — professionalism and safety are always our top priorities. Come fly with us again the next time you're in town! Cheers!
My husband and I decided to do this we were not sure as thought it was expensive however best money we have ever spent what an experience and a must do if you can you will not regret it
Hello Emily. Thank you for your review and recommendation! We absolutely love hearing that you took the leap and decided to join us — and that it turned out to be the best money you’ve ever spent! That means the world to our team. We know it can feel like a big decision, so it’s wonderful to hear that the experience exceeded your expectations. Cheers!
Very well organized. Flight time probably not quite the specified time...it is however so nice there you forget the time. Unfortunately, 40$ tax per person is still due. Should be integrated in the price.
Hallo Cedric, vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung. Im Gegensatz zu anderen Anbietern wird die Heliport-Gebühr von 40 US-Dollar (die jeder zahlen muss, auch Kleinkinder) von Viator nicht im Voraus beim Ticketkauf erhoben. Viator weist jedoch auf seiner Buchungsseite darauf hin, daher sollte dies keine Überraschung sein. Vielen Dank!
Amazing experience, felt much longer than 15 minutes. It really was the highlight of our trip. Viator were also brilliant at rescheduling when we found out that our flight was cancelled.
Hello Emily, Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so happy to hear that the tour felt even longer than 15 minutes and that it was the highlight of your trip—that’s exactly what we love to hear. We’re also glad Viator was able to assist you with rescheduling your Tour with us. Thank you for flying with us, and we hope to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience! Cheers! Thank you.
Very well organized and in good weather a great view of the city. Would book again and again.
Hallo Nicole. Vielen Dank für deine Bewertung und Empfehlung. Wir wissen das sehr zu schätzen! Liebe Grüße!
It's too expensive but I recommend it because I find it an extraordinary experience Heart full I took
Hola Lourdes. Gracias por tu reseña y tus sinceros comentarios. ¡Te lo agradecemos mucho! ¡Gracias!
Incredible experience! My friend was allowed to climb in front with the pilot! We loved seeing nyc from the top! And the staff was great!
Bonjour ! Merci pour votre avis et vos commentaires. Nous sommes ravis d'apprendre que vous et votre ami avez passé un excellent moment ! À bientôt !
Beautiful helicopter,friendly staff, not a long wait period, snd gorgeous view of Manhatten major attractions. My only complaint is the tour lasted 8 minutes when was supposed to be 15 minutes. You pay alot of money for this so I was disappointed on how short this was but overall was a beautiful experience.
Hello Diana, Thank you for your review and feedback. We’re glad to hear about your experience. Our pilots record all flights, and none of the recordings show a flight duration shorter than what is scheduled. Thank you.
