Things to do in New Jersey, United States: The Best Helicopter Tours

September 24, 2021 Vivienne Hutton

Whether you are looking for sun-drenched beaches or outdoor activities in beautiful countryside, New Jersey has plenty to offer. Those who love the great outdoors should head for the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, which runs along the Delaware River for forty miles. Here you can go rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking or fishing, or simply admire the stunning waterfalls. There is a huge range of hiking trails to choose from as well as historic sites to visit. In winter, you can enjoy cross-country skiing near Blue Mountain Lakes, and birdwatchers might be lucky enough to catch sight of bald eagles. If you are looking for a change, visit one of New Jersey's eleven lighthouses that are open to public, such as the one in Cape May. For art and history enthusiasts, New Jersey State Museum in Trenton has historic artifacts and American fine art from the nineteenth century to the present day as well as a Planetarium.
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1. Ultimate NYC Tour

78 John Miller Way, Kearny, NJ 07032, USA New York Helicopter Tours
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5.0 based on 4 reviews

Departing From Kearney NY seeing all the sites in NJ and first stop Statue of Liberty and Skyline of NYC

Inclusions: The listed price includes heliport fee per person

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Reviewed By rosiemeetsworld

*SCAM* They tried to charge us an extra $100 when we arrived for our reservation. The address is a random parking lot where a shuttle is supposed to pick you up. We arrived on time, and there was no shuttle. We tried to call the company multiple times, but the line was busy. Finally, we got someone on the phone, and they said the shuttle was on the way. The shuttle took us to a secondary location, where we waited for another half an hour for our flight. At this time, we were told we would have to pay another $100 for a "late arrival." We walked out and requested a refund from Groupon. Take your business elsewhere!

2. New York Helicopter Tour: Manhattan, Brooklyn and Staten Island

Helicopter Flight Services, Downtown Manhattan Heliport, 6 East River Piers, Manhattan, NY 10004, USA Helicopter Flight Services - Helicopter Tours
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4.8 based on 126 reviews

See New York City like never before on this 25-30 minute helicopter tour. Capture views of iconic Manhattan attractions including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, the Chrysler Building, the World Financial Center, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, and the Brooklyn Bridge, and continue up the Hudson River to the northern point of Manhattan to see even more sights. You'll also enjoy views of Brooklyn and Staten Island. Also fly south to the Verrazano Bridge, the longest suspension bridge in America.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Heliport Landing and facility fees, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By parisdior124

What a wonderful experience! The Limo was very nice and came on time. The helicopter tour was AMAZING! Seeing the City from a birds eye view was amazing! My husband and I are looking forward to going back for the City Light Tour!

3. New York Helicopter Tour: City Skyline Experience

Linden Airport, 1101 W Edgar Rd, Linden, NJ 07036, USA Helicopter Flight Services - Helicopter Tours
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4.8 based on 71 reviews

On this thrilling daytime helicopter tour you will view New York City's stunning skyline. In a small-group, enjoy a unique perspective of the Big Apple from the sky. Bring your camera - you'll capture extraordinary photos of the city that will be the envy of all your friends. This adventure is a shared experience with other travelers.

Inclusions: Heliport Landing and facility fees, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Live commentary on board, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Transportation to/from NYC (Roundtrip adult ticket is $17)

Reviewed By parisdior124

What a wonderful experience! The Limo was very nice and came on time. The helicopter tour was AMAZING! Seeing the City from a birds eye view was amazing! My husband and I are looking forward to going back for the City Light Tour!

4. New York Helicopter Tour: Ultimate Manhattan Sightseeing

Helicopter Flight Services, Downtown Manhattan Heliport, 6 East River Piers, Manhattan, NY 10004, USA Helicopter Flight Services - Helicopter Tours
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4.7 based on 252 reviews

Seated in comfort, experience all the sights of Manhattan from the air on a 17-20 minute helicopter flight. Enjoy bird's-eye views of top Manhattan attractions including the Empire State Building, Rockefeller Center, the Chrysler Building, the World Financial Center, the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, Central Park and the Brooklyn Bridge. Continue up the Hudson River to the northern point of Manhattan, where you can see the George Washington Bridge, the New Jersey Palisades, Yankee Stadium, Cathedral of St. John the Divine, and Columbia University.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Heliport Landing and facility fees, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By parisdior124

What a wonderful experience! The Limo was very nice and came on time. The helicopter tour was AMAZING! Seeing the City from a birds eye view was amazing! My husband and I are looking forward to going back for the City Light Tour!

5. New York Helicopter Tour: City Lights Skyline Experience

Linden Airport, 1101 W Edgar Rd, Linden, NJ 07036, USA Helicopter Flight Services - Helicopter Tours
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4.7 based on 70 reviews

See New York City’s amazing skyline lit up in a perspective normally reserved for private charters! This unique experience starts at Linden Municipal Airport, in Linden, NJ in one of Helicopter Flight Services’ 6-passenger Bell407 helicopters or 7-passenger high-visibility Airbus EC130T2 helicopters. The journey begins by flying past Newark International Airport or Staten Island towards Manhattan. En route to the New York Harbor, views of the illuminated Statue of Liberty will awe before viewing the skyscrapers of the Financial District. Flying north along the Hudson River, guests will catch a glimpse of the Empire State Building, as well as Madison Square Garden, Hudson Yards, Chelsea, The West Village, SOHO and TRIBECA. 9/11 Memorial and One World are also in view. Guests will fly the length of Central Park, glimpsing Yankee Stadium before turning around at the top of Manhattan! They will fly above the George Washington Bridge, one of the busiest bridges in the world.

Inclusions: Heliport Landing and facility fees, Headsets to hear the guide clearly, Live commentary on board, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Souvenir photos, Transportation to/from NYC (Roundtrip adult train ticket is $17) unless upgrade is selected

Reviewed By parisdior124

What a wonderful experience! The Limo was very nice and came on time. The helicopter tour was AMAZING! Seeing the City from a birds eye view was amazing! My husband and I are looking forward to going back for the City Light Tour!

6. NYC Skyline Tour

78 John Miller Way, Kearny, NJ 07032, USA New York Helicopter Tours
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4.7 based on 6 reviews

Departing from Kearny NJ Heliport you get to see the sites of NJ and first stop at Statue of Liberty

Inclusions: Helicopter tour, The listed price includes per-person heliport fee

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Reviewed By rosiemeetsworld

*SCAM* They tried to charge us an extra $100 when we arrived for our reservation. The address is a random parking lot where a shuttle is supposed to pick you up. We arrived on time, and there was no shuttle. We tried to call the company multiple times, but the line was busy. Finally, we got someone on the phone, and they said the shuttle was on the way. The shuttle took us to a secondary location, where we waited for another half an hour for our flight. At this time, we were told we would have to pay another $100 for a "late arrival." We walked out and requested a refund from Groupon. Take your business elsewhere!

7. Ultimate NYC Helicopter Tour

78 John Miller Way, Kearny, NJ 07032, USA New York Helicopter
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4.6 based on 18 reviews

The Ultimate NYC Tour does everything from the Taste of NYC and NYC Skyline tours, and then adds in other Big Apple favorites known throughout the world including: The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island The South Street Seaport The Brooklyn, George Washington, and Manhattan Bridges Wall Street The Empire State Building Central Park The Intrepid Air, Sea and Space Museum Yankee Stadium and Battery Park

Inclusions: The listed price includes heliport fee per person, We provide headsets and life vests for the tour.

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Reviewed By Josespix_

I want to thank all the staff they are very professional. The trip was very good and the view was spectacular, this trip is the best for photos or videos of the city. Thank you very much to all.

8. NYC Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Helicopter Tour

78 John Miller Way, Kearny, NJ 07032, USA New York Helicopter
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4.4 based on 8 reviews

Feel the history while flying over true American treasures on this helicopter tour. Hop aboard and take to the sky to fly over Ellis Island, Governors Island, and the Statue of Liberty, which has served as a symbol of freedom for millions of immigrants. You will also see the South Street Seaport from the sky, cruise by the Brooklyn and Manhattan Bridges, and see the famed Wall Street area on this much-loved New York helicopter tour.

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Reviewed By jodir983

Nick was an amazing pilot and was very knowledgeable about the city. He also nicknamed my son "eagle eyes". I am glad we pulled the trigger on the trip, while it was expensive, it was worth every single penny!!!

9. NYC Skyline Helicopter Tour

78 John Miller Way, Kearny, NJ 07032, USA New York Helicopter
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4.3 based on 9 reviews

You will experience some of our favorite places that make NYC world famous on this tour! Central Park and the Statue of Liberty are not only cherished by New Yorkers, they are significant to our country’s history. Experience each of these NYC treasures on this helicopter tour as well as Ellis Island, the Empire State Building, the Intrepid Air, Sea and Space Museum, Manhattan’s Central Park receives about 35 million visitors each year, but you will have the best view of it all on this tour. Look Lady Liberty in the eye and see where millions of immigrants entered our beloved country at Ellis Island, cruise by the Empire State Building, fly along Central Park, and see the Intrepid Air, Sea and Space Museum.

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Reviewed By jodir983

Nick was an amazing pilot and was very knowledgeable about the city. He also nicknamed my son "eagle eyes". I am glad we pulled the trigger on the trip, while it was expensive, it was worth every single penny!!!

10. Taste of NYC Tour

78 John Miller Way, Kearny, NJ 07032, USA New York Helicopter Tours
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4.3 based on 13 reviews

Departing from Kearny NJ Heliport includes the sites of New Jersey first and then The statue of liberty and New York city Skyline

Inclusions: Includes the per person heliport fee

Exclusions: Food and drinks

Reviewed By rosiemeetsworld

*SCAM* They tried to charge us an extra $100 when we arrived for our reservation. The address is a random parking lot where a shuttle is supposed to pick you up. We arrived on time, and there was no shuttle. We tried to call the company multiple times, but the line was busy. Finally, we got someone on the phone, and they said the shuttle was on the way. The shuttle took us to a secondary location, where we waited for another half an hour for our flight. At this time, we were told we would have to pay another $100 for a "late arrival." We walked out and requested a refund from Groupon. Take your business elsewhere!

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