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On-track activities guide at the Austrian Grand Prix
May 5, 2025
Attending a Formula 1 Grand Prix is in our opinion a bucket-list experience, but getting to the track can be a challenge (an annoying and frustrating challenge) — especially when it comes to parking. While some circuits offer convenient, on-site parking, others make it nearly impossible to drive due to traffic, road closures, or urban settings.
So we have tried to break how parking works at the Circuits who offer it in this post. Our goal: hopefully give you the information you need to not experience any annoying challenges that can destroy your F1 weekend experience.
If you're attending the United States Grand Prix in Austin, driving is a solid option. The Circuit of the Americas (COTA) provides multiple large parking zones (Lot A through N), which are available by pre-booking. Shuttle services run from remote lots to the main entrance, making access smooth even on busy race days.
Parking passes are required, and they tend to sell out early, so booking in advance is essential.
The Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring is one of the most driver-friendly events on the calendar. There’s ample, free parking on grassy fields surrounding the circuit.
These parking areas are well-organized, and the walking distance to the grandstands is typically short. Just be aware that the fields can get muddy in bad weather—bring sturdy footwear just in case.
Silverstone has extensive car parking facilities, but it’s one of the few circuits where you must purchase a parking pass in advance. If you're camping, you can even park next to your tent.
While traffic can be heavy, especially on race day, the system is well-managed and continually improving with new routing plans. Driving is a practical option if you’re staying nearby.'
Hungary's Hungaroring offers free and convenient public parking near the circuit. Most fans drive in from Budapest or the surrounding area, and the setup handles car traffic reasonably well.
The roads leading to the circuit can become congested because the roads closest to the circuit are very thight and some only go in one direction and are not wide enought for two cars, so early arrival is recommended, but driving is still the most efficient way to attend.
There are also a lot of farms surrounding the circuit, and most of the farmers take full advantage of the Hungarian Grand Prix weekend, setting up temoprary parking lots on their fields. Look into that if you are driving to the Hungarian GP.
Lusail International Circuit has over the past few years become a fantastic circuit with brand new Grandstands and pit-lane building. One thing they also got right was parking at the Circuit. There are massive parking lots right outside the Grand Prix enterances, making driving to the Grand Prix one of your best options.
The police are good at managing the traffic to and from the circuit, but there can still be some traffic jams, especially on race day when people enter and leave the track. Nevertheless, driving to the Qatar Grand Prix is a really good choice. We where at the Qatar GP in 2024, and parking at the circuit looked really chill.
Driving to the Monaco Grand Prix is not just difficult—it's god damn impossible. The city streets are closed for the race, and there is extremely limited parking within Monaco itself.
Most fans arrive by train from nearby cities like Nice. Some even stay in Italy and commute. Public transport is reliable, frequent, and far less stressful than navigating blocked roads and tiny parking garages. So, if you were thinking about driving to the Monaco GP, then don't think about it anymore.
The Singapore Grand Prix is held in the heart of Marina Bay, and during race weekend, the area becomes a pedestrian-only zone. No public parking is available at or near the circuit.
The city's MRT system is the best way to get around. Trains run late, are clean and air-conditioned, and drop you within walking distance of the grandstands. So you won't have any trouble getting to Grand Prix in Singapore. The street race is great and convinient to get to.
Circuit Gilles Villeneuve is located on an island and has very limited access by car. Parking lots are few and fill up fast.
Your best bet is to use the Montreal Metro system. The Jean-Drapeau station on the yellow line drops you right at the entrance to the island.
There’s no general parking available at Albert Park during race weekend. The area around the track is closed to vehicles, and street parking is nearly impossible.
Instead, the city’s free tram service is efficient and stops right outside the park gates.
The Dutch Grand Prix is known for actively discouraging driving. In fact, local authorities restrict access to residents and those with special permits. We tried driving close to the circuit when we were there in 2022 and we where stopped miles away from the circuit and got told to turn around.
Fans are encouraged to take the train to Zandvoort station or cycle from nearby towns. Special F1 trains run frequently from Amsterdam, making public transport the most reliable and fastest choice.
If you plan to drive to a Grand Prix, always check the official circuit website for parking rules, permit requirements, and local traffic conditions. Some tracks allow you to book parking during ticket checkout; others may require separate registration.
For circuits where driving is a hassle, public transport is often faster, cheaper, and far less stressful. Most major F1 cities offer extended transit hours and extra services during the race weekend.
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