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Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York

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Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York
Lady Liberty, Ellis Island, and ferry boat as seen from a helicopter tour.
Skyscrapers of downtown Manhattan from a birds-eye view.
Manhattan skyscrapers look small when seen from a high-flying helicopter.
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Overview

Get a bird's-eye view of New York City on a brief helicopter tour that soars over the Statue of Liberty, the Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, and Central Park. While helicopter tours can become expensive quickly, this flight is just long enough to see all the top sights without spending extra time in the air, making it ideal for budget-minded visitors who want to get a comprehensive view of the city.
  • Enjoy a whirlwind sightseeing tour of New York City by helicopter
  • Hear informative commentary from your pilot as you go
  • See more of the city than you can on foot or ground tours
  • Depart from New York's Downtown Heliport, with a choice of several flight times throughout the day

Why Travelers Choose This Tour

This short-but-sweet NYC helicopter tour is more budget-friendly than comparable sightseeing flights.
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Listed price does not include the heliport fee ($40.00 per person)

Departure Point

Liberty Helicopters Sightseeing Tours and Charter, 6 East River Greenway, Bikeway, NY 10004, USA

Return Details

Returns to original departure point
Begin your helicopter tour near Battery Park, at the downtown location of the heliport. As you lift off over lower Manhattan, take in the rare views of One World Trade Center, the Woolworth Building, and the Statue of Liberty.

Continue north along the island of Manhattan for a glimpse of the Brooklyn Bridge. Once you reach Midtown, enjoy a bird's eye view of the Empire State Building, the New York Times Building, and the Art Deco design of the Chrysler Building. See the large green sprawl of Central Park before heading back to the heliport in lower Manhattan.

Please note: The listed price does not include the heliport fee payable at the time of tour check-in. The heliport surcharge is required by our local supplier and is not within our control.
Itinerary
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Duration: 15 minutes
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Statue of Liberty
View the Statue of Liberty from your flight
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Governors Island National Monument
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Ellis Island
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One World Observatory
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The National 9/11 Memorial & Museum
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Empire State Building
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Chrysler Building
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Woolworth Building
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MetLife Building
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Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
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George Washington Bridge
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Central Park
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Tours are not private. All helicopters seat 5-6 passengers
  • Tour operator reserves the right to upgrade, alter or terminate any or all sightseeing tours due to security, weather or acts of God
  • Weight restrictions may apply. In general, passengers may not exceed 350lbs (159 kg) and all safety equipment must fit properly
  • Children 0-1 years are free. These children must ride on a parent or guardian's lap. Lap children must weigh less than 35 lbs (15 kg) and will be weighed on the day of flight. Parents must also bring proof of age. Children who occupy a seat will be charged at the regular rate regardless of age or weight
  • 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
  • OPERATED BY Liberty Helicopters

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

  • This experience 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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The answers provided below are based on answers previously given by the tour provider to customers’ questions.
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What is the maximum group size during Big Apple Helicopter Tour of New York?
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This activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers.

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Traveler Tips

  • "The wait was a little boring but worth it in the end." See review
  • "Take off delayed by 1h30 with hardly no explanation from the staff." See review

Reviews

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Big apple, even bigger smiles in the sky
Alan_A
, Mar 2020
We had a great flight, the pilot was very informative and were allowed to record the amazing experience with a camcorder which we will cherish
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Big Apple
Lee_E
, Mar 2020
Flight was brilliant, the only downside was that we were told it was running 20/30 minutes late but had to wait an hour and twenty minutes. But no drama
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Super experience
Helen
, Mar 2020
Really enjoyed the experience would recommend. Does exactly what it says on the tin but also we had a super clear day with blue skies which topped the experience. The staff were really nice too. 😆
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big apple flight
CLAUDIA_A
, Feb 2020
with Viator i allways had the best experience.. this time too,everything was perfekt,the Crew,the flight also the Organisation.. really to book this flight is a MUST if you visit NYC
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Sight Seeing Tour.
David_M
, Feb 2020
Booked the trip for 10.30 and arrived just at 10.00 got checked in and taken ahead of schedule. Good commentary from Pilot and trip lasted nearly 20 mins . Very enjoyable but a bit expensive.
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Amazing Experience
Mark_C
, Feb 2020
Amazing experience. Booked as a treat for my 14 year old son. We were looked after really well from start to finish. Would thoroughly recommend.
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Fun!
Greta_G
, Feb 2020
The pilot was a great guide! It was really fun, but very expensive. After we had thought we pre-paid everything, we were hit with a $40/person fee when we got there. Also, there were 6 passengers plus the pilot, so sightlines were limited at best. Other companies may have better visibility.
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Very bad welcome
kokomo2018
, Jan 2020
The prestations are much better than the rude welcome by the person in charge of security. This person wanted us waiting outside in freezing temperatures during the flight of our grandkids , arguing that the waiting room was small
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Best by far
Vicky M
, Dec 2019
We took this flight, as this was for our Honeymoon I can truly say it was an amazing experience the views were stunning would highly recomommend
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Wait
gllerandi10
, Dec 2019
Good afternoon. Our experience was great but I would have liked to have some kind of information (email, text or something) regarding longer than expected wait time. Since you guys didn’t fly Thanksgiving Day due to uncomfortable wind speed, that rolled over all customers from Thursday’s flights to Friday’s flights. Thank you
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