Birdly®

Take Flight on Birdly®!

Birdly®, a full-body flight simulator, uses virtual reality to let you fly. Soar like an eagle over New York City or go back in time on a Jurassic Flight as a Pterosaur!

Price: $3 per flight

Times: 10 am – 4:30 pm in 10-minute increments

Reserve Tickets

Please note:

  1. Birdly’s weight capacity is 395 lbs. 
  2. Riders must have a 48″ wingspan and at least 54″ tall to safely fly.
  3. Please avoid flight if you have a pacemaker, experience seizures, have limited mobility, or have any medical condition that could pose a risk to your health. 

Tickets are available for purchase at aviary.org and at the Visitor Services Desk.

Sign up for a National Aviary Member to receive 10% off Animal Encounters, free admission, and more perks!

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