Manhattan Helicopter Sightseeing Tour
About this tour
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.
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Highlights
- ✓Local Taxes
- ✓12-15-minute Helicopter tour
- ✓Heliport Fee ($40 per person included)
Itinerary
Stop 1
You can enjoy views of 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.
Included
- ✓ Local Taxes
- ✓ 12-15-minute Helicopter tour
- ✓ Heliport Fee ($40 per person included)
Not included
- ✕ Gratuities
From
$299 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
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- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 New York City, New York
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Helicopter tours in New York City, New York
A helicopter tour over Manhattan gives you a skyline view that's simply not available from street level: the Statue of Liberty, Central Park, and the full length of the island in one sweeping pass.
When's the best time to fly?
Fall (September to November) pairs clear air with dramatic foliage in the parks below. Sunset flights are popular year-round for the skyline lighting up as the sun goes down, though winter cold and summer haze both affect visibility on a given day.
What should I bring?
Warm layers for a winter flight (cabins can be breezy), and a camera or phone with a strap, since window seats fill up fast.
What if the weather doesn't cooperate?
Like most operators, tours in New York City have standard weight and balance limits (you may be asked your weight when booking or checking in), and pilots will delay or reschedule rather than fly in unsafe wind, low visibility, or storms. Booking a tour with free cancellation means a weather delay won't cost you anything.
Compare tours in New York City, New York
| Tour | Duration | Rating | Landing | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manhattan Helicopter Sightseeing TourThis tour | Duration varies | 4.2 (163) | N/A | From $299 | |
| NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan & Brooklyn | 25 min to 30 min | 4.8 (394) | N/A | From $449 | View → |
| NY Helicopter Tour: Ultimate NYC Sightseeing | 17 min to 20 min | 4.8 (1233) | N/A | From $309 | View → |
| NY Helicopter Tour: Manhattan Highlights | 12 min to 15 min | 4.8 (1373) | N/A | From $271 | View → |
From
$299 USD
per person, price varies by group size & date
Check availabilityYou'll complete your booking securely on Viator
- ⏱ Duration varies
- 📍 New York City, New York
As an affiliate partner, we may earn a commission when you book through links on this page, at no extra cost to you. Prices and availability are set and provided by Viator.
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