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Best Formula 1 grandstands for any F1 race in 2025

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May 8, 2025
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Turn 1 Grandstand, Circuit of the Americas (Austin, USA)

Choosing the right grandstand can make or break your Formula 1 experience. Whether you're looking for overtaking action, scenic views, or a front-row seat to the podium ceremony, the right vantage point can elevate your race weekend.

In this guide, we highlight some of the best grandstands at F1 circuits around the world for the 2025 season — so you can plan your trip with confidence, no matter which Grand Prix you attend.

Circuit of the Americas (Austin, USA)

At COTA, the Turn 1 Grandstand is a fan favorite. Perched at the top of the track’s iconic uphill straight, it gives a panoramic view of the first corner — a hotspot for overtakes.

The Turn 15 Grandstand is also excellent, offering views of multiple turns in a stadium-style layout. For those who want to see pit stops and the checkered flag, the Main Grandstand opposite the pits is ideal.

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Silverstone (United Kingdom)

Home to the British Grand Prix, Silverstone boasts some of the most legendary corners in Formula 1. The Becketts Grandstand offers incredible views of the high-speed Maggotts-Becketts-Chapel complex — a masterclass in aerodynamics.

Becketts Grandstand Silverstone

For post-race action and podium views, Club Corner is unbeatable. The Hamilton Straight Grandstand gives you full visibility of the race start, finish, and team pit strategies.

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Albert Park (Melbourne, Australia)

The Fangio Grandstand at Albert Park sits directly opposite the pits — perfect for fans interested in strategy and tire changes.

Another popular choice is the Clark Grandstand, located near a tight technical section of the track that challenges driver precision.

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Circuit de Monaco (Monaco)

Monaco is all about glamour and tight street racing. The K Grandstand offers stunning views of the harbor, Tabac corner, and the fast swimming pool section.

Grandstand T, near the pit lane, is the go-to for fans who want to see the race start, pit stops, and finish line drama.

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Marina Bay (Singapore)

Night racing in Singapore comes with its own atmosphere. The Padang Grandstand places you right in the heart of the city with post-race concerts nearby.

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Suzuka Circuit (Japan)

Suzuka’s layout is loved by drivers and fans alike. The C Grandstand gives you a great look at the famous S-curves — ideal for appreciating car balance and driver skill.

The Q Grandstand near the chicane is perfect for late-braking action and overtakes before the main straight.

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Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps (Belgium)

Spa is legendary, and the Gold 3 Grandstand lets you see the La Source hairpin and the race start.

For a real thrill, Silver 2 places you near Eau Rouge and Raidillon — one of the most iconic sequences in Formula 1.

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Red Bull Ring (Austria)

At the Austrian Grand Prix, the Red Bull Grandstand offers a view of the final corner and pit entry — great for catching last-lap drama.

The North Grandstand is also popular, sitting at Turn 1 with a view of the steep uphill straight — perfect for overtaking fans.

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Lusail International Circuit (Qatar)

One of the newer venues, Lusail features the T16 Grandstand, located at the final corner. It offers excellent views as drivers launch onto the main straight, where overtakes are likely to happen.

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Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya (Spain)

Grandstand N sits on the outside of Turn 9 and gives fans a great view of cars accelerating hard into Turn 10 — a technical area with plenty of action.

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Hungaroring (Hungary)

The Super Gold Grandstand is the most popular choice at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Covered and located opposite the pits, it’s perfect for those seeking comfort and strategic insight.

If you want to catch dramatic overtakes, Gold 4 Grandstand at Turn 1 is the spot to be.

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Full table overview of best grandstands

Race Grandstand Description
COTA (USA)Turn 1Panoramic view of the first corner and overtakes on the uphill straight.
Turn 15Views of multiple turns in a stadium-style layout.
Main GrandstandOpposite the pits, ideal for pit stops and race finish.
Silverstone (UK)BeckettsView of Maggotts-Becketts-Chapel complex — high-speed action.
Club CornerGreat for post-race and podium views.
Hamilton StraightFull visibility of start, finish, and pit strategies.
Albert Park (Australia)FangioDirectly opposite the pits — pit strategy focus.
ClarkNear a tight technical section — great for driver skill.
MonacoKViews of the harbor, Tabac corner, and swimming pool section.
TNear pit lane — see the start, pit stops, and finish.
SingaporePadangIn the city center, close to post-race concerts.
Suzuka (Japan)CView of the S-curves — ideal for car control appreciation.
QNear the chicane — great for late-braking and overtakes.
Spa (Belgium)Gold 3Overlooks La Source hairpin and race start.
Silver 2Near Eau Rouge and Raidillon — iconic corner views.
Red Bull Ring (Austria)Red BullFinal corner and pit entry — last-lap drama spot.
NorthTurn 1 with a view of steep uphill — perfect for overtaking.
Lusail (Qatar)T16Final corner leading to main straight — great for overtakes.
Barcelona (Spain)Grandstand NOutside Turn 9 — good view into Turn 10.
Hungaroring (Hungary)Super GoldOpposite the pits, covered, comfort + strategy view.
Gold 4Turn 1 — perfect for dramatic overtakes.
COTA (USA)

Turn 1

Panoramic view of the first corner and overtakes.

Turn 15

Stadium-style layout with multiple corners in view.

Main Grandstand

Opposite pits — perfect for race start and pit action.

Silverstone (UK)

Becketts

High-speed complex: Maggotts-Becketts-Chapel.

Club Corner

Perfect for podium and post-race scenes.

Hamilton Straight

Start, finish, and pits in full view.

Albert Park (Australia)

Fangio

Opposite pits — great for strategy fans.

Clark

Tight, technical section showing driver precision.

Monaco

K

Harbor, Tabac corner, and swimming pool complex.

T

Near the pits — action from start to finish.

Singapore

Padang

City center, plus post-race concert access.

Suzuka (Japan)

C

View of S-curves — high skill section.

Q

Near chicane — perfect for last-lap battles.

Spa (Belgium)

Gold 3

La Source hairpin and race start.

Silver 2

Eau Rouge and Raidillon — legendary corners.

Red Bull Ring (Austria)

Red Bull

Final corner + pit entry view.

North

Turn 1 and uphill — frequent overtakes.

Lusail (Qatar)

T16

Final turn onto main straight — action zone.

Barcelona (Spain)

Grandstand N

Fast entry into Turn 10 from Turn 9.

Hungaroring (Hungary)

Super Gold

Opposite pits — great for strategy and comfort.

Gold 4

Turn 1 — great for overtakes.

Choosing the right grandstand

The best grandstand depends on your preferences. If you want to be close to the action, go for tight corners and heavy braking zones. If you prefer strategy and pit lane drama, main straights and pit-facing seats are ideal. For first-time racegoers, picking a grandstand with screen visibility and nearby amenities is always a smart move.

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