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Manhattan Helicopter Sightseeing Tour

★★★★☆ 4.3 (162 reviews) · Read reviews
🗣 DE, PT, JA, EN, ZH-CN, IT, FR, ES
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From $299 per person

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,…

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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.

✓ What's Included

  • Local Taxes
  • 12-15-minute Helicopter tour
  • Heliport Fee ($40 per person included)

✗ Not Included

  • Gratuities

Departure & Return

📍 Departure Point

Google Maps provides the correct navigation route, all other navigation options will take you to Chelsea Piers. Please ensure the end of route address matches the address above. Our building is located just north of the Staten Island Ferry and just south of the Pier 11 South Street Seaport.

🏁 Return Point

Google Maps provides the correct navigation route, all other navigation options will take you to Chelsea Piers. Please ensure the end of route address matches the address above. Our building is located just north of the Staten Island Ferry and just south of the Pier 11 South Street Seaport.

Additional 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.
★★★★☆ 4.3 (162 reviews)
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