Duration
12/15 - 17/20 - 25/30
Type
Private
Language
Mobile Voucher Accepted
yes
Cancellation
Free up to 14 days in advance of the experience

Overview

 

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ELEVATE YOUR EXPERIENCE WITH A PRIVATE FLIGHT

Helicopter ride with up to 6 passengers

Enjoy a private helicopter ride, choose how long you want your ride to last from 12 to 30 minutes over the city on your very own Helicopter!  A perfect fun activity especially if you are celebrating with friends or family.

The helicopter flight consists in a  ride over New York’s five boroughs, soaring over the Hudson River and you will enjoy spectacular views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Financial District and Times Square. You will also  get over  Verrazano Bridge, the bridge that connects Brooklyn to Staten Island, flying above the New york Bay.

Private Helicopter Tour

HIGHLIGHTS

Choose your preferred length from 12 to 30 minutes
Panoramic Views of the best landmarks from the Air
Up to 6 people in your very own Helicopter
Panoramic Views over the 5 boroughs
All-Inclusive Rates with Security Fees. No Extra Fees or Costs

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Additional Description

You will check out the main bridges that connect Lower Manhattan to Brooklyn: the famous Brooklyn and  Manhattan Bridge.

You will also enjoy great views of some of the most iconic landmarks of the Big Apple including the Empire State Building, the MET Life Building, the Chrysler, the Woolworth Building and the One World Trade Center. You won't miss the Yankees Stadium, St John the Divine Cathedral, Columbia University, and the George Washington Bridge.

Remember to bring your camera because you won’t have a better opportunity to take amazing pictures!


Available: Monday to Friday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm | Saturday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm - Not operating on Sunday
From December 1 to March 31: Monday (12:00pm - 4:00pm), Friday (12:00pm - 4:00pm) & Saturday (10:00am-4:00pm)

Inclusions

    • Helicopter Ride of chosen length
    • Private Helicopter only for you (from 1 to 6 people)
    • The Security Fee of $40 per person, included in our prices

Exclusions

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Everything else not specifically outlined in the "What’s Included"

Activity Schedule

Departure Point: Downtown Heliport Pier 6 & East River, New York
Available: Monday to Saturday from 9:00 am to 5:30 pm Not operating on Sunday
From January 9th to March 31:  10:00am -4:00pm Not operating on Wednesday and Sunday

Notes & Security Requirements

  • Must have a valid photo ID (i.e. - Passport or Drivers License).
  • Must walk through a metal detector.
  • Must check in all bags with security.
  • No handbags or carry on bags will be allowed on the flight.
  • Complimentary lockers are available to safely hold belongings while flying
  • Cameras and Video-cameras are allowed onboard once they clear through security.
  • Due to federal law, this flight does not fly directly over New York City.
  • Arrive at least 1/2 hour before scheduled departure time.
  • Max weight = 275lbs (124 Kg) per passenger 

Policy & Disclaimers

Inclusions: As outlined in the "Included in the Price"
Exclusions: Everything else not specifically outlined in the "Included in the Price"
Booking Fees: Please note all reservations are subject to a 2.5% booking fee - This 2.5% Booking Fee is applied to all sales and is never refundable.
Tour Operated By: Please note we only operate directly our line of signature private experiences marked by the ™ symbol.  For all escorted group activities, the name of the operating company is listed under the additional info & faq section.
Cancellation Policy: Please carefully review our Cancellation Policy
Please Note:

How to
get there

Map & Directions

The helicopter tours depart from the Downtown Heliport on Pier 6, East River on the East Side of Lower Manhattan by Battery Park. You can easily reach the departure point by walking (if you are around Downtown Manhattan) or by public transportation.
The are couple of subway stops located nearby and within walking distance. The "South Ferry / Whitehall Street" (1 red line + R, W yellow line) is the closest one just 5 minutes south of Pier 6/Heliport, alternatively the "Bowling Green" (4,5 green line) and the "Wall Street / William Street" (2,3 red line) are within 8 to 10 minutes walking distance from Pier 6.

Although a little further away the main train hub "Fulton Street/WTC" (A, C, E blue line + 4, 5 green line + 2, 3 red line + R, W yellow line) is still within a 15-minute walk. Pier 6 is within walking distance from/to Staten Island Ferry, Wall Street, Financial District, Battery Park, and the World Trade Center. For those that prefer traveling by water, the closest Water Taxi Stop will be Pier 11 Wall Street (all lines available) and then walk south for 5 minutes to Pier 6.

If you opt for a car service (i.e. Yellow Cab, Uber, Lyft etc.) the complete address is – Downtown Heliport, 6 E River Piers, New York, NY 10004. Please note that once you have arrived by Pier 6, you will have to check-in to access the Helipad by showing your ID/Passport.  
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Testimonials & Reviews
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What They
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Giuseppe M. | Google
5-Star Review on Google
Excellent guide, excellent organisation, Irene always ready to respond, available in every topic with competence, you can feel the passion for her work. Her voice accompanied our tour, we will miss you!

From Google - January 2024
Antonella G. | Google
5-Star Review on Google
I am the owner of a Travel Agency. We are Italian in Erba, Eolo travel, I brought a small group and I entrusted myself to Tony. We received great service from start to finish. Punctuality and excellent guides.Thank you for the wonderful experience!!!

From Google - May 2024
Breanna A. | TripAdvisor
5-Star Review on TripAdvisor
Irene was a FANTASTIC tour guide! She was so knowledgeable about the area and was so patient with all our questions. We stopped to use the bathroom and we got coffee halfway through, she was so kind! It was a pleasure learning about Brooklyn from you!

From TripAdvisor - April 2022
DCA1014 | TripAdvisor
5-Star Review on TripAdvisor
I’m the biggest fan of Fall activities, but haven’t had a chance to do anything beyond Apple Picking in NJ. I decided to take a last minute 2 day trip with a friend in Hudson Valley, but didn’t know where to start [...] Thankfully I was able to use New York Welcome to do the hard work for us [...]

From TripAdvisor - October 2021
Carmine S. | Google
5-Star Review on Google
An extraordinary experience: I had the pleasure of having Irene as my guide for two days and thanks to the passion she puts into guiding you through the streets of NYC, the anecdotes, the trivia she lets you discover, and the facets she shows during the tour you can't help but fall even more in love with this wonderful city.

From Google - February 2024
Erica F. | Google
5-Star Review on Google
[...] unique, very professional, courteous, friendly we can only write positive adjectives, you made us feel at home and have the desire to return. Super recommended. Erica, Marco, Annalisa and Giuseppe.

From Google - December 2023
Keena B. | TripAdvisor
5-Star Review on TripAdvisor
The SATC walking tour is fabulous! Our tour guide was amazing. Friendly, helpful, accommodating and so knowledgeable about the city. It was essentially 2 tours in 1. SATC and visits to historical places in the city. I give this tour 5 stars and definitely recommend. Grab your walking shoes and schedule one today!

From TripAdvisor - August 2021
Amber M. | Google
5-Star Review on Google
Our family had a wonderful experience seeing Ellis Island and Liberty Island! Irene was very knowledgeable and engaging for our three children ages 5, 9, and 12. We will definitely book again with her [...]

From Google - November 2022
Giorgia M. | Google
5-Star Review on Google
We did 2 tours together with our guide Irene in one day, Hoboken and the East side. What can I say, in addition to the wonderful places, she has made everything more magical [...]

From Google - January 2023
Pierangelo G. | TripAdvisor
5-Star Review on TripAdvisor
Irene? as I have already said elsewhere, she truly deserves all the compliments that are paid to her. Available, friendly, prepared, in short, if you need an Italian speaking guide in New York, she is the right person. You deserve 5 stars and more!

From TripAdvisor - April 2024
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