Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York
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- Location:New York City, New York
- Duration:15 minutes (approx.)
- TOUR Code:2770HIGH
See New York's famous landmarks from the air on an exhilarating 15-minute helicopter tour. You'll come face-to-face with the Statue of Liberty, the iconic Empire State Building, the silver Art Deco brilliance of the Chrysler Building, and the sprawling green expanse of Central Park. A must for any visitor to New York City!
Highlights
- 15-minute sightseeing tour of New York City by helicopter
- Amazing views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the west side of Manhattan
- Choice of flight times throughout the day
- See the George Washington Bridge and the world renowned Central Park
- Insightful and informative commentary provided by pilot in-flight
- Departs from New York's Downtown Heliport
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On your 15-minute New York sightseeing helicopter flight you'll experience the grandeur of Manhattan's famous skyline in a way that's impossible from the ground. You'll also see the most famous landmark in the US, the Statue of Liberty, from the air!
Starting from New York's Downtown Heliport, situated close to Battery Park and Wall Street, your flight takes you past the World Financial Center, Empire State, Chrysler, Woolworth, and Met Life Buildings and over Ellis Island and the Hudson River to reach the George Washington Bridge. Your pilot is on hand to provide commentary on the points of interest seen during your flight via the headphones provided, and all seats on board the helicopter provide spectacular views over the city.
Escape New York's lines and crowds by taking to the skies!
Schedule Details
Helicopter Over New York City
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Flights leave daily every hour and half hour Sunday to Thursday from 9:00am to 4:00pm. Friday & Saturday 9:00am to 5:00.You must check in 30 minutes prior to departure time.
You will be required to call the tour operator upon arrival in New York to confirm flight time
All flight times are approximate and subject to change due to weather conditions and weight restrictions.
Duration:15 minutes (approx.)
Return details:Returns to original departure point
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Additional Information
- Helicopter tour
- Gratuities (optional)
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- The listed price does not include a USD30.00 per person security surcharge, payable at the time of tour check-in. The security surcharge is required by our local supplier and is not within our control
- Confirmation for will be received at time of booking
- Tours are not private. All helicopters seat 7 passengers
- Wheelchair accessible
- Tour operator reserves the right to upgrade, alter or terminate any or all sightseeing tours due to security, weather or acts of God
- Book now to guarantee a spot on the day of your choice. Once the reservation is made, you may call and advise your specific flight time preference
- Weight restrictions may apply. In general, passengers may not exceed 350lbs and all safety equipment must fit properly
Security Requirements: All guests must observe the following security requirements:
- Must have a valid photo ID (i.e. - Passport or Drivers License)
- Must check in all bags with security
- No handbags or carry on bags will be allowed on the flight
- Must walk through a metal detector
- Personal cameras and video cameras are allowed onboard once they clear through security (disposable cameras available for purchase at heliport and will be allowed onboard the aircraft as well)
- Due to federal law this flight does not fly directly over New York City
Complete Operator information, including local telephone numbers at your destination, are included on your Confirmation Voucher. Our Product Managers select only the most experienced and reliable operators in each destination, removing the guesswork for you, and ensuring your peace of mind.
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Great experience..worth every dollar..I didn't like the extra security fee the day of but I was ... Read more ›
JoWanda W, May 2012
We had a wonderful time on our tour. My wife is afraid of heights but the pilot made her feel ... Read more ›
Natasha M, May 2012
