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Helicopter New York City

Tourist attraction Tour operator Helicopter tour agency

Helicopter tours of Manhattan & popular New York attractions like the Statue of Liberty. People often mention experience, staff, friendly, helicopter, ride, time, great, flight, recommend, nice,


Address

6 E River Piers #214, NY 10004

Website

www.helicopternewyorkcity.com

Contact

(212) 747-9282

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (844 reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 5 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 5 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: experience (18) staff (14) friendly (12) helicopter (12) ride (10) time (9) great (9) flight (9) recommend (9) nice (8)
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  • 5/5 Tristan G. 11 months ago on Google
    Really nice experience with a friendly staff. No pictures allowed in front of the helicopters as they propose to take a picture for you (don’t remember the price)
    9 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Mimi J. 4 months ago on Google • 106 reviews
    The time I just drove all the way up to see NY,then all the way up to Maine! Amazing experience! NY is so beautiful at night
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 shashank v. 2 years ago on Google
    Worth the ride!! The service was great! I got several email reminders leading up to the ride and a friendly call confirming my reservation. They were happy to address all my questions and help us with directions. HeliNY is professional and considerate service!
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Piotr S. 11 months ago on Google • 59 reviews
    Embarking on a helicopter ride over the stunning skyline of New York City was an experience that took our breath away. From the moment we arrived, the staff at the helicopter tour company greeted us with warm smiles and made me feel like a valued guest. Their friendly and professional demeanor set the tone for an exceptional adventure. As we soared above the city, the skilled pilot provided fascinating commentary, pointing out iconic landmarks and sharing interesting facts about the city's history. The exhilaration of hovering above famous attractions like the Statue of Liberty and Central Park was unmatched.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 JP A. 3 months ago on Google • 44 reviews New
    Wow! What an outstanding experience. The staff are super friendly and informative. Pilot was great and talked about the landscape well. Very comfortable and safe flight. My son will remember that forever as he got to sit up front. Definitely recommend.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 T L. 1 year ago on Google • 40 reviews
    This is how to check out NYC. Great staff who made us feel like we were the only ones there. Pilot was very knowledgeable, witty and glad he was the one we got. Pleasure to talk with. Would suggest a little more info on where to go, when to arrive when booking on trip advisor. Was unclear and trying to find address took some time. But so worth it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Kyle S. 4 months ago on Google • 37 reviews
    Great service. Proficient, professional, and friendly. The entire process of booking a ride and getting checked in was seamless and stress free. Staff were knowledgeable and even used your personal cell phone to capture photos of you prior to your flight. Pilots were also professional, friendly, and knowledgeable of the area they were flying around. Highly recommend.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Lucky L. 6 months ago on Google • 35 reviews
    It was absolutely stunning. Everyone should do this once in their lifetime! We had a the perfect weather for the flight. I’ve been sitting on the front seat next to the pilot. This makes it even more special! Absolutely recommend it.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Eddie C. 2 years ago on Google
    👍 all staff I encountered were professional and friendly from entering the building 'till I left 👍 we were helped so fast! We walked in the building and were riding the helicopter in under 10 mins!! (I've done a tour at another NYC helicopter company and it took us almost 45min just to get boarded on the chopper). 👍 They were flexible and allowed us to take our tour >1 hr before our booked time. 👍 facilities / equipment was clean, well maintained, well-lit and welcoming 👍 Highly recommend!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Bear B. 2 years ago on Google
    Absolutely amazing! I’ve done a lot of things in my life but never have something like a helicopter ride meant so much to me. Flying around Manhattan and still the buildings are above us is an extraordinary experience that you should get right on if you have the opportunity!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Saskia H. 9 months ago on Google • 39 reviews
    Very friendly staff. The pilot also was very informative about the surroundings. It was really a great experience. We are a family of 4 with two boys. My 13 yo sun got to ride in front with the pilot. He was very excited. 😊

  • 5/5 Lillian R. 4 years ago on Google
    The New York Helicopter Grand Tour was the best the Pilot and staff ever excellent
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Hannah 10 months ago on Google
    Excellent experience and definitely worth the money. Very smooth process. Would 100% recommend to others.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Marie 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing helicopter with Zip Aviation ! Pilot was great and gives you good explications. Absolutely fabulous to see this great city from above . Things to do definitely !
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Angelique J. 2 years ago on Google
    Welcome by Mister "in the red jacket" not very friendly... But when you have passed this unpleasant person, the staff who take care of you and much more friendly, and smiling ! Security is present, the flight went extremely well, the pilot was very nice, he does a guided tour but unfortunately only in English, we are French and did not manage to understand everything. But that didn't spoil the pleasure we felt admiring New York from the sky, we recommend ++ wonderful memory... Unforgettable!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tomas G. 5 years ago on Google
    Maybe someone expect view from Empire state or Rock is enought. Belive me view from helicopter is so cool. You have whole Manhattan on yoir hand. Whole trip is 25 min but and its not cheap, but beleive me its best way how waste your cash :).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 gert s. 1 year ago on Google
    The pilot was super nice and attentfull. Explained everything. Had a marvelous fligth
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael E. 5 years ago on Google
    That was fun. The entire Team is great and very helpful. We had such a great flight and I think this is a must do if you are in New York. Thanks again to the entire New York Helicopter staff - well done guys!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 roie n. 3 months ago on Google • 19 reviews New
    most do experience!! don’t mess this!! so lovely

  • 5/5 Amy K. 1 month ago on Google • 10 reviews New
    What an amazing experience! I desperately wanted to try and helicopter ride whilst in NY. On the day, I spoke to a really friendly guy ( Charles) who went above and beyond to try and make my dream a reality. He allowed me to wait inside whilst we understood if there was any room on any of the flights that day, and sure enough on the last flight of the day it was possible! All the staff were incredibly friendly and the ride itself was an amazing experience, definitely something worthwhile doing! All the staff were just the best, honestly can’t recommend them enough!

  • 5/5 Giacomo R. 4 months ago on Google • 10 reviews
    Soaring over the Hudson River, our helicopter tour took us across the historic site where Captain Chesley "Sully" Sullenberger executed the miraculous water landing, saving all 155 souls on board. The vastness of the river beneath served as a powerful reminder of the extraordinary skill and composure displayed during that emergency landing. It was a humbling and awe-inspiring moment, reflecting on the courage and expertise required to navigate such challenging circumstances. The skyline views from this vantage point added a poignant layer to the experience, creating a deep appreciation for both the cityscape and the remarkable feat achieved by Captain Sully.

  • 5/5 Zamir G. 2 years ago on Google
    The staff was really nice, amazing views, flight in time. Absolutely recommended

  • 5/5 Camilo Ernesto G. 2 years ago on Google
    It was amazing!! They were very nice and helpful. An amazing experience we will never forget

  • 5/5 Mike S. 2 years ago on Google
    Very cool views of Manhattan. The pilot was good about calling out landmarks and making sure everyone had a chance to see them. He also joked around a bit with the passengers which was nice. He shared quite a bit of history. We felt safe the whole time and that they really know what they are doing.

  • 5/5 Preeti S. 3 years ago on Google
    Fantabulous experience!!! Gorgeous view! Loved itttt

  • 5/5 Levani S. 1 year ago on Google
    Great people, nice tour. If you want to surprise your significant other, this is The tour to take. But, aim for either sunset or day time flight.

  • 5/5 Collin B. 2 years ago on Google
    I’ve always wanted to take a helicopter ride and this felt like the best time to take one. The views were unbeatable. Plus I had another story when I returned home. Would highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Robert B. 2 years ago on Google
    Excellent experience! I appreciate the commentary while in flight, but I don't think the guide was on his A game that day. Still an excellent experience overall.

  • 5/5 Mihir K. 1 year ago on Google
    It’s a really great opportunity lifetime. The night view shall be even better. Photos near the helicopter 🚁 are paid. Rest we can click anywhere. Lower waiting time and quick instruction video.

  • 5/5 Charley S. 1 year ago on Google
    This is an absolute must if you can . The trip was much shorter than they say it is but still brilliant experience

  • 5/5 siham d. 2 years ago on Google
    The best experience I ever had 💯 Flying over the New York was something incredible and I had the privilege to be next to the best pilot 👌 The staff was soo nice and we learned many things we didn't know. I really recommand this activity in NYC 😉

  • 5/5 Mr_Aristo 1 year ago on Google
    Great experience! Fast and safe it was a surprise for my fiancée and her parents🙏

  • 1/5 Hassan a. 3 months ago on Google • 2 reviews New
    If you are wanting to have a great tour in a helicopter ride, this company is definitely NOT good at all. I recommend you choosing another company because their credibility is not good. They charged us a lot and their site they said the amount is different. Claimed to be the extra is ground tax!! The waiting time was around 2 hours. The staff behaviour was absolutely terrible. In their website they promised it would be 20 minutes and it was around 12 minutes with a lot of money. The trip was only on the Hudson River and that was it. Again, don’t choose them!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍


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Amenities


  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Online appointments
  • From the business
    • ✓️ Identifies as women-owned

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