Top New York City Air Tours

Enjoy a perspective of New York City that few people see during a shared scenic helicopter flight. Soar over the Big Apple, looking out for landmarks such as the Empire State Building, Central Park, and the Statue of Liberty. Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a resident, this tour is a great way to see New York City from above. Frequent departures can fit into almost any schedule.

Soar over New York City on a helicopter tour, and enjoy a unique perspective on Manhattan's skyline and city landmarks, including the Empire State Building, One World Trade Center, and the Statue of Liberty. Enjoy aerial views of Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden, Little Island, Hudson Yards, and New York Harbor with live commentary throughout your shared flight.

See New York's landmarks, rivers, and islands from the air—a perspective most travelers miss on a scenic helicopter tour. Soar over Manhattan’s famous sights including Liberty Island, the Empire State Building, and Governor’s Island, enjoying aerial views far above the crowds with pilot commentary enhancing your experience.

Get a bird's-eye view of New York City on this small-group helicopter tour. Soar over the Statue of Liberty, Chrysler Building, One World Trade Center, Central Park, Times Square, and more and enjoy a comprehensive look at the city's top sights without having to spend hours traversing the city on your own by car or on foot.

Marvel at the 360-degree, unobstructed views from the world-famous Empire State Building. Enjoy access to the open-air 86th Floor Observation Deck for stunning views of Central Park and beyond. Upgrade to the 102nd Floor Observation Deck with floor-to-ceiling glass windows for the ultimate skyline view that stretches up to six states. All tickets include access to exhibition displays on the 2nd and 80th floors. You can also upgrade for skip-the-line entry for faster arrival.

Get scenic views of New York City that you won't get anywhere else from the Top of the Rock Observation Deck at the Rockefeller Center. Soak up the sweeping views of the city's landmarks, including the Empire State Building and Chrysler Building, from three indoor and outdoor viewing areas. Choose from four options: timed admission ticket, admission to the SKYLIFT, admission to the Beam, or an all-inclusive package with all three tickets.

Adventure seekers can leave the busy streets behind and soak in bird's-eye views of the Big Apple on a thrilling helicopter tour from downtown Manhattan. See the Statue of Liberty, the Empire State Building, and more iconic city landmarks from above, all in one tour. Enjoy an experience most tourists will never get, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

See the best of Niagara Falls without having to rent a car on this tour from New York City. Visit the Maid of Mist (April-October) or the Power Vista and Cave of the Winds (November-March), and see the falls lit up at night. After a comfortable hotel stay and breakfast, continue to one of the region's largest outlet malls for retail therapy before your return.

Enjoy one of the best views of New York City from the Edge Observation Deck in Hudson Yards. Prebook your admission ticket to guarantee your preferred time slot, or upgrade for anytime tickets or priority access. Start on the 4th level to enjoy several interactive indoor installations featuring light, reflections, sound, and other interactive elements. Then head to level 100 for sky-high views over Manhattan.

Make the most of your time in New York City by taking a tour that includes transportation. Take a bus ride past the 9/11 Memorial, Central Park, Rockefeller Center, and more. Then hop aboard the Staten Island Ferry to see the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island.

Discover the beauty and grandeur of Niagara Falls, even if you have limited time, on this day tour from New York City. Choose between a late-night departure that gets you to the falls in time to see the famous morning mist and rainbows, or an early morning departure to see the falls in the afternoon and witness the fireworks show at night. Departure times vary by date selected.

Prebook your timed-entry ticket to the 9/11 Memorial Museum in New York City and guarantee your admission to the institution that tells the stories of that fateful day in 2001. Explore the museum's collection, including artifacts, first-person accounts of the day, exhibits on the history of the World Trade Center, and exhibits commemorating the 2,983 people who lost their lives, at your own pace.

See the highlights of Washington DC in just one day, without having to rent a car, thanks to this convenient tour. Pass by key landmarks, including the White House, the US Capitol, Arlington National Cemetery, and the Lincoln Memorial. Explore the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum or the Natural History Museum with a guide providing helpful context throughout.

One of the US’ most iconic symbols, the Statue of Liberty rises up from New York Harbor, welcoming the immigrants who once entered through nearby Ellis Island. Visit Lady Liberty and learn the stories of those who passed through Ellis Island on this convenient tour with options that let you choose how long you want to spend at each attraction. Opt to visit the Ellis Island National Museum of Immigration.

Learn more about the events of September 11, 2001, than you would alone on this guided tour of Ground Zero, including St. Paul's Chapel, the FDNY Memorial Wall, and the Survivor Tree. Get skip-the-line access to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, and admire panoramic New York City views from the One World Observatory, reached by a 47-second elevator ride to 102 stories up.

Niagara Falls is a must-visit attraction in Western New York, but it’s difficult to visit in one day from New York City. This air tour saves more than 10 hours compared to bus trips, offering the fastest, most convenient way to see both US and Canadian sides. Explore the powerful falls up close on a seasonal boat ride or behind-the-falls experience in winter, all without overnight planning.

See some of the most powerful waterfalls in the world—minus all the logistical planning and driving. This one-day, small-group tour to Niagara Falls from New York City includes a roundtrip flight from the city to Buffalo and all other transportation, and iconic falls experiences like seeing the falls on the Maid of the Mist boat ride, visiting Goat and Three Sisters islands, and climbing up the Niagara Falls Observation Tower.

Niagara Falls is a must-visit attraction but it’s too far to visit in a day from New York City. However, catching a flight to Buffalo makes the natural attraction accessible to travelers short on time. Enjoy a guided tour of the US side of the border, with a seasonal Maid of the Mist boat ride, then free time on the Canadian side. Return to the Big Apple in time for dinner.

Explore two iconic American cities, even with limited time, on this hassle-free 3-day tour of Washington DC and New York City with a small group. Enjoy the convenience of having all your logistics taken care of, including round-trip airport transfers in New York, all ground transportation, hotel, and a curated sightseeing itinerary for both cities, and a guide to provide insights.

See one of the most impressive waterfalls in the world—minus logistical planning and driving, all in one day. Fly to Buffalo Niagara International Airport from New York City and be driven straight to Niagara Falls. You’ll see the rushing falls on a walking tour, and ride the Maid of the Mist boat or visit the Observation Tower. Lunch at Hard Rock Café is included before flying back to NYC.