United States Grand Prix
Circuit of the Americas (COTA) • Austin, Texas, USA
Tickets & Official Passes
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Grounds Pass
Access to the grassy hillsides around Turn 1, Turn 9, and the Turn 19 stadium complex.
Turn 1 Grandstand
Iconic view atop the 133-foot hill looking down into the first-corner hairpin.
Turn 15 Grandstand
Prime view of the heavy braking zone after the 1km back straight and the technical stadium section.
Authorised International Resellers
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Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
15 km to circuitClosest airport. 15-minute rideshare to the track or 20 minutes to Downtown Austin.
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Driving & Highway Advice
Road-tripping to United States Grand Prix? Ensure your vehicle is equipped with the necessary emissions vignettes, toll tags, or international driving kit.
On-site parking lots (Lot A, F, T) require pre-paid passes and have heavy post-race traffic. Downtown shuttles use dedicated bus lanes.
Where to Stay & City Guide
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Recommended Base Areas
Downtown Austin
South Congress (SoCo)
Rainey Street
Domain (North Austin)
Stay in Downtown Austin within walking distance of the Waterloo Park shuttle bus pickup and the 6th Street music scene.
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Read Austin Fan & City Guide →Daily Track Access & Gates
How to get from your hotel or local station straight to the grandstand gates each morning.
Route to Circuit of the Americas (COTA)
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Trackside Transport Hub
Express Circuit Buses
Official COTA Shuttles run continuously from Downtown Austin (Waterloo Park) and Travis County Expo Center.
Shuttle Bookings →Gate Entry & Ticketing App Rules
Main Grandstand and Turn 1 have the largest crowds; Grand Plaza gate is best for Turn 15.
Know Before You Go
Key circuit rules, bag dimensions, payment setups, and what you can bring through security.
🎒 Bag & Food Policy
Bag Rules: Clear bags up to 12x12x6 inches recommended. Small clutches permitted. All bags searched.
Food & Drinks: One factory-sealed plastic water bottle allowed. Famous Texas barbecue stalls on site.
🚫 Strictly Prohibited Items
- Glass containers
- Weapons of any kind
- Drones
- Hard coolers
💳 Currency & Payments
Payment Methods: 100% Cashless venue. Major credit cards, Apple Pay, and Google Pay accepted.
☀️ Weather & Packing Checklist
Texas autumn weather is sunny and warm (26-30°C). Bring comfortable walking boots—COTA is massive and hilly.
♿ Accessibility (PRM)
Wheelchair Viewing: ADA viewing platforms located at Turn 1, Main Grandstand, Turn 15, and the Superstage.
Accessible Parking: Dedicated ADA tram carts operate inside the perimeter connecting grandstand hubs.
🏎️ Weekend Extras & Support Series
Massive Superstage concerts on Friday and Saturday nights on the back straight infield.