Can you visit Concorde at Manchester?

British Airways Concorde G-BOAC Manchester carries out some super tours where you are allowed to sit in the pilot's seat and touch the flight deck controls. A range of tours are offered including a basic 20 minute tour and a more in depth Technical Tour. The viewing park is also home to a Trident and Nimrod.



Yes, you can visit a retired Concorde (G-BOAC) at the Runway Visitor Park (RVP) at Manchester Airport. In 2026, this remains one of the premier aviation attractions in the UK. Unlike many museum exhibits where you can only view from the outside, the Manchester Concorde is housed in a dedicated hangar and offers guided "Concorde Tours" where you can actually board the aircraft, sit in the original leather seats, and explore the flight deck. Various tour levels are available, ranging from the 20-minute "Short Tour" to the 90-minute "Technical Tour" for aviation enthusiasts. The Runway Visitor Park also features four other iconic aircraft: the Nimrod, the Trident, the AVRO RJX, and the Monarch DC-10. The park is located right next to the airport's active runways, providing excellent views for plane spotting. It is highly recommended to book your tour in advance online, especially on weekends, as the Concorde tours are frequently sold out. The site also includes a cafe, a gift shop, and a viewing platform, making it a full-day destination for families and aviation fans alike.

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