See Manhattan, the harbor and Coney Island from above
25-30 minutes
Up to 6 people
Helicopter tour, NYC sights
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.
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.
Product ID: JGS8Q8
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).
6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004
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.
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