Private 12–15 min helicopter flight over the Statue of Liberty and Central Park
12-15 minutes
Take a private helicopter tour from the Downtown Manhattan Heliport for skyline views over Lower Manhattan and beyond. Fly past the Statue of Liberty, Wall Street, Times Square, and up the Hudson River toward Central Park before returning to Pier 6.
A $40 per person heliport fee is required. A deposit may be required to guarantee seats—confirm the amount with Greetwell before booking. Maximum weight is 300 lbs (136 kg) per passenger.
Free cancellation or rescheduling up to 24 hours before your scheduled flight time. Cancellations within 24 hours and no-shows incur 100% of tour charges. Late arrivals handled case-by-case. Same-day heliport reservations cannot be canceled after payment.
Check in 45 minutes before your scheduled flight time.
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID for each passenger. The person who paid must also show their photo ID and the card used to book at check-in.
No. You can bring a cell phone, tablet, camera, and sunglasses onboard (except Galaxy Note 7). Everything else stays at the heliport; token-operated lockers are available for $2.
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.
An exceptional experience; seeing this magnificent city from above is breathtaking. What makes the moment even more special is the kindness of the staff and the pilot. Thank you to Ali for his kindness and hospitality. This was my second experience with you, and I will definitely be back! ✨
Laura W.
April 27, 2026
An exceptional experience; seeing this magnificent city from above is breathtaking. What makes the moment even more special is the kindness of the staff and the pilot. Thank you to Ali for his kindness and hospitality. This was my second experience with you, and I will definitely be back! ✨
Laura W.
April 27, 2026