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    Private New York City Helicopter Tour

    See Manhattan, the harbor and Coney Island from above

    4.4 stars• 412 reviews

    Duration

    25-30 minutes

    Ideal For

    Up to 6 people

    Includes

    Helicopter tour, NYC sights

    Highlights

    Explore New York City from above on a private helicopter route that heads south toward Coney Island and returns past the Statue of Liberty. Take in sweeping views of the city skyline, bridges, harbors and beaches.

    • Take in views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and One World Trade Center
    • Follow the harbor south toward Staten Island, the Verrazano Bridge and Coney Island
    • Look for Central Park, Times Square, the Empire State Building and the Chrysler Building
    • Pass over the Brooklyn Bridge, Battery Park, Wall Street and the 9/11 Memorial Site
    • Spot the George Washington Bridge, Harlem River, the Bronx and Yankee Stadium

    Important details

    • Arrive 45 minutes before your scheduled flight time
    • Bring a government-issued photo ID and the physical payment card used; its cardholder must be present, and all names must match
    • Pass a metal-detector security screening before boarding
    • American Express cards are not accepted
    • Weight limit 300 lbs per passenger; passengers over 250 lbs require an additional seat
    • No bags are allowed onboard; bring only phones, tablets, cameras and sunglasses, and leave Galaxy Note 7 devices behind
    • Use heliport lockers for belongings if needed; locker tokens cost $2
    • The listed price includes a $40 per-person heliport fee
    • Expect departure times or flight routes to change due to weight distribution, weather, airspace restrictions or safety needs

    Cancellation Policy

    Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before your scheduled flight time. Same-day bookings are non-refundable. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows incur 100% of tour charges.

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    FAQs

    Check in 45 minutes before your scheduled flight time.

    Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for each passenger. The credit or debit cardholder must be present at check-in and show the card used to book, and it must match the cardholder’s photo ID.

    Plan for a Downtown Manhattan Heliport fee of $40 per person. If it wasn’t collected at booking, you pay it at check-in (cash or credit card).

    Meeting details

    6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004

    Experience provided by Helicopter Tours NYC

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    Number of Passengers

    from $42.80

    Heliport fee included

    0

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    Review summary

    4.4
    Very Good
    412 reviews•Google Maps
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    Helicopter tours over New York City tend to generate strong emotions, and the reviews here reflect exactly that. The vast majority of guests describe the experience as a highlight of their trip or even a once-in-a-lifetime moment. Staff member Ali comes up repeatedly by name, praised for being warm, welcoming, and genuinely fun to be around, which gives this operation a personal touch that's hard to find with larger tour companies. A small number of guests ran into operational hiccups, including one case where a flight departed early without notice and seating wasn't clearly communicated beforehand. These aren't widespread concerns across the reviews, but if you have specific preferences around timing or where you sit in the helicopter, it's worth confirming those details directly when you book. Overall, the sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with guests from all over the world consistently raving about the views, the professionalism of the pilots, and the friendly ground crew. For anyone looking to see New York from above, this looks like a solid and well-loved option.

    What people are saying

    Review 1 of 4
    5/5

    What an amazing experience and great helpful team with a smile especially Mr Ali. From all the attractions in Manhattan this is by far the best. Thank you to all those involved. Definitely recommend it and I would do it again when I had a chance.

    Photo of Ilhan Gözübüyük

    Ilhan Gözübüyük

    September 1, 2026

    Review 1 of 1
    5/5

    What an amazing experience and great helpful team with a smile especially Mr Ali. From all the attractions in Manhattan this is by far the best. Thank you to all those involved. Definitely recommend it and I would do it again when I had a chance.

    Photo of Ilhan Gözübüyük

    Ilhan Gözübüyük

    September 1, 2026

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