Hudson River Attractions & Things to do

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.


Duration: 17 to 20 minutes.

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.


Duration: 25 to 30 minutes.

Take your friends, family or partner on a once-in-a-lifetime adventure over New York at sunset, day or night. Dazzle your guests with unforgettable aerial views of iconic landmarks from above while cozying up to one another.

Ride in comfort and luxury in an Airbus AS350/H125 helicopter for 2-6 people or twin engine Airbus AS355 for 5 people.

Helicopters lift off from Westchester County Airport and reach NYC airspace in just a few minutes. On a 30-minute helicopter tour our skilled pilots will dazzle you with bird’s-eye views of Manhattan, Central Park, Empire State Building, Harlem, Yankee Stadium and the George Washington Bridge.

The 45-minute extended tour includes the above sights and continues to Lower Manhattan to see the Freedom Tower, Battery Park and Ellis Island. Wave to Lady Liberty before circling back to White Plains.

Options with transfer include roundtrip car service between Manhattan and Westchester County Airport.
Duration: 30 to 45 minutes.

Enjoy the best views of New York City from the New York Harbor on a boutique 1950s style yacht. This cruise offers a relaxing environment on the covered outdoor deck or Yacht Full Moon's open bow. As we cruise, you'll see the Statue of Liberty up-close and unobstructed, sweeping views of Manhattan's skyline and surrounding areas. Sit back, relax and enjoy this experience with friends and family. Bring your camera or phone for photos too!
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Join an incredible kayak tour departing from nearby Times Square. Kayak on the Hudson River. See famous views of New York City. Beginners get a quick lesson before launching on the Hudson River. A friendly river guide leads the entire experience.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

THIS IS A SOCIALLY DISTANCED TOUR. Enjoy a private New York night tour, seeing and photographing beautifully lit sights around the city and taking in one of the world's most famous skyline from across the rivers in Brooklyn and New Jersey. This is a 3-hour tour and transportation is provided in a 2015 Toyota Sienna mini-van with the capacity to accommodate up to 6 guests. This is fantastic and memorable way to spend an evening in New York!  PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS PRIVATE DRIVING TOUR IS SOCIALLY DISTANCED FROM THE CROWDED CITY SIDEWALKS, SUBWAYS AND BUSES.
Duration: 3 hours.

Start a new chapter together by soaring above the iconic Manhattan skyline in your private helicopter. Your private car will pick you up at your Manhattan hotel and residence along with your unsuspecting significant other. After check-in and the safety briefing your proposal is in your hands: pop the question before taking off in a state-of-the-art Airbus AS350/H125 helicopter, in-flight, or after landing.

Helicopters lift off from Westchester Airport and reach NYC airspace in just a few minutes. On a 30-minute helicopter tour our skilled pilots will dazzle you with bird’s-eye views of Midtown and Uptown Manhattan. Choose the 45-minute tour to also fly over Lower Manhattan and Lady Liberty.

You can sip in-flight champagne and surprise your partner with a bouquet of roses and illuminated "marry me" sign revealed at the end of your flight. The experience includes a professional photographer flying with you (under a cover story) to document every moment for your photo album.
Duration: 30 to 45 minutes.

From Midtown Manhattan, kayak into the most scenic part of the Hudson River. The NYC skyline is phenomenal seen from sunset through dark. Watch the skyscrapers light up from the middle of the river. Each kayak glows with LED lights underneath.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes.

Charter the entire boat with up to 6 passengers and enjoy a spectacular view of Macy's Fireworks show aboard your own private charter of a luxurious 29' foot powerboat! The tour is limited to only six passengers, so it offers an unmatched level of comfort and relaxation. The 3-hour tour begins in Hudson River and then cruises out to the Statue of Liberty at sunset for pictures. The boat then gets into position underneath the fireworks for a once-in-a-lifetime view of the fireworks near the iconic Brooklyn Bridge. Passengers can bring any food or drinks they like on board, and also listen to a live simulcast of the show through the boat's stereo system. Please note, the cost of the private tour is not per adult - it’s the cost to charter the entire boat for up to 6 passengers.
Duration: 3 hours.

Take in the autumn colors of the Hudson Valley on a fall foliage helicopter tour. Conveniently departing from the Midtown Manhattan heliport of your choice, this private 1-hour charter is narrated live by your pilot. After leaving New York City airspace you’ll fly above the historic Hudson River region.

Ride in comfort and luxury in an Airbus AS350/H125 helicopter for 2-5 people, a twin engine Airbus AS355 or a smaller Robinson R44 helicopter for just 2.

Landmarks include: Lyndhurst Mansion, Palisades, Castle-on-Hudson, Kykuit (Rockefeller Estate), Sleepy Hollow Lighthouse, Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge, Indian Point Energy Center, Harriman State Park, Bear Mountain, US Military Academy at West Point* and the infamous Sing Sing Prison.

*West Point subject to temporary airspace restrictions
Duration: 1 hour.