Inside the World’s Largest Airplane Factory

Here’s why the aviation marvel that is the Boeing plant belongs on your bucket list.

Meg Godlewski

Monday, February 09, 2026 at 08:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

Boeing factory in Everett, Washington [Credit: Boeing Future of Flight]

Key Takeaways:

The Boeing Everett factory, the world's largest building by volume, is a prominent tourist destination offering guided tours of its extensive widebody aircraft manufacturing operations.
The tour provides visitors with insight into Boeing's rich history, from its early aviation ventures to the development of iconic commercial jets, and highlights the complex, lean manufacturing processes used today.
Adjacent to the factory, the Future of Flight center complements the experience with interactive exhibits showcasing aerospace innovation, Boeing's legacy, future technologies, and educational activities.

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What does the Boeing factory in Everett, Washington, have in common with the Pyramids of Giza and Vatican City? They are all known for their size, and visiting them is on the bucket list of a great many people.

For pilots and aviation enthusiasts, a tour of the Boeing factory, the largest airplane manufacturing plant in the world is a must-do. According to the aerospace giant, over 150,000 people come each year for a tour