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Premium New York City Helicopter Tour

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Highlights

  • - Soar above New York City aboard a modern Bell 407GX / 407GXi helicopter, equipped with advanced avionics and paired with noise-cancelling BOSE headsets for clear, immersive live pilot narration.
  • - Fly with highly experienced commercial pilots (1,000+ flight hours) specially trained for NYC’s complex airspace, operating under structured safety and pre-flight risk assessment protocols.
  • - Marvel at legendary sights like the Statue of Liberty, Empire State Building, and Central Park from a unique aerial perspective.
  • - Each tour variant showcases a curated route, from Downtown to Central Park or the full sweep of Manhattan’s landmarks.
  • - Select longer tour options for extended routes over the Bronx, Brooklyn, Staten Island, Verrazzano Bridge, and a Coney Island flyover.

What's included

  • - Noise-cancelling BOSE headsets
  • - Live narration from a highly trained commercial pilot
  • - Standardized Bell 407GX / 407GXi helicopter
  • - Pre-flight safety briefing and structured operational checks before departure
  • - $45 facility fee and fuel surcharge per seat
  • - 25 major NYC landmarks (as per option selected)
  • - 23 major NYC landmarks (as per option selected)
  • - 17 major NYC landmarks (as per option selected)

Not included

  • - Parking at the heliport

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience.

Your experience

Experience the most comprehensive 15-30-min helicopter tour of New York City, covering all five boroughs and 25 major landmarks.

Getting started

Arrive at the Downtown Manhattan Heliport, just a short walk from the South Ferry subway station, for check-in 30 mins before your scheduled flight. After a quick safety briefing and headset fitting, your pilot will introduce the route and answer any last-minute questions.

What to expect

Premium New York City helicopter tour

This extended helicopter tour offers a sweeping aerial journey over New York City, including Manhattan, the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Staten Island. The route features the city’s most iconic sights, from the Verrazzano Bridge to Coney Island, providing a panoramic perspective only possible from the sky.

Features

  • Statue of Liberty: Circle Lady Liberty for a close-up view of this enduring symbol of freedom, standing since 1886 at the entrance to New York Harbor.

  • Empire State Building: Fly past the 102-story Art Deco skyscraper, a defining feature of the city’s skyline since 1931.

  • Central Park: Take in the full expanse of this 843-acre urban oasis, a green heart in the midst of Manhattan’s dense cityscape.

  • Verrazzano Bridge: Marvel at the longest suspension bridge in the USA, connecting Brooklyn and Staten Island, and a feat of mid-20th-century engineering.

  • Coney Island: Spot the historic amusement rides and boardwalk, a lively part of Brooklyn’s coastline for over a century.

  • Yankee Stadium: Get a unique view of the legendary Bronx ballpark, home to the New York Yankees since 2009.

  • George Washington Bridge: Glide above this double-decked suspension bridge, a vital link between Manhattan and New Jersey since 1931.

  • The Vessel & Hudson Yards: See the striking honeycomb structure and the city’s newest skyscraper cluster from above.

  • Madison Square Garden & Times Square: Pass over these bustling entertainment and commercial hubs, pulsing with city energy day and night.

  • Live pilot narration: Throughout the flight, your pilot provides real-time commentary and points out hidden gems and historical facts.

  • Noise-cancelling BOSE headsets: Enjoy clear narration and communication, minimizing city and helicopter noise for a more immersive experience.

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