New York Helicopter Tour: Manhattan, Brooklyn and Staten Island

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25 to 30 minutes (Approx.)
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Overview

See New York City like never before on this 25-30 minute helicopter tour. Capture views of iconic Manhattan attractions including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, the Chrysler Building, the World Financial Center, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge, and continue up the Hudson River to the northern point of Manhattan to see even more sights. You'll also enjoy views of Brooklyn and Staten Island. Also fly south to the Verrazano Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in America.

What's Included

  • Heliport Landing and Facility Fees
  • Shared Helicopter Flight (shared experience with other travelers)
  • Fuel surcharge
  • Souvenir photos (available to purchase)
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

HeliNY - Downtown Manhattan Heliport, 6 East River Piers, New York, NY 10004, USA

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Check-in is 30 minutes before your flight time. The heliport is a large gray cement building with a big clock on the front. Please let security know you are flying with Helicopter Flight Services and they will direct you to our staff.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

Brooklyn Bridge (Pass By)

Fly past the Brooklyn Bridge.
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Statue of Liberty (Pass By)

Fly past the Statue of Liberty.
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Chrysler Building (Pass By)

Fly past the Chrysler Building.
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Ellis Island (Pass By)

Fly past the Ellis Island.
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Rockefeller Center (Pass By)

Fly past the Rockefeller Center.
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Central Park (Pass By)

Fly past the Central Park.
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General Grant National Memorial (Pass By)

Fly past the General Grant National Memorial.
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Coney Island (Pass By)

Fly past Coney Island.
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Yankee Stadium (Pass By)

Fly past the Yankee Stadium.
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Hudson River (Pass By)

Fly over the Chrysler Building.
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George Washington Bridge (Pass By)

Fly over the George Washington Bridge.
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Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine (Pass By)

Fly past the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine.
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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum (Pass By)

Fly past the Intrepid Sea.
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Columbia University (Pass By)

Fly past Columbia University.
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Brookfield Place (Pass By)

Fly past the Brookfield Place.
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Verrazano Narrows Bridge (Pass By)

Fly over the Verrazano Narrows Bridge.
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Chelsea Piers Sports & Entertainment Complex (Pass By)

Fly past the Chelsea Piers.
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New York Harbor (Pass By)

Fly past the New York Harbor.
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HeliNY (Pass By)

Fly past the Helicopter Flight Services.
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Palisades Interstate Park (Pass By)

Fly past the Palisades Interstate.
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The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum (Pass By)

Fly past the 9/11 Memorial
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One World Trade Center (Pass By)

Fly past the One World Trade Center
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Due to comfort and weight / balance of the aircraft, passengers weighing over 275 lbs may be unable to fly. If passengers require a seat belt extender they will be unable to attend.

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-18421P3

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Average 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 218 traveler reviews collected by Cool New York City and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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