# COTA Track Guide 2026: Best Grandstands, Views & Map > Which seat is actually worth it? An honest breakdown of Turn 1, Turn 12, Turn 15, GA hill vantage points, shade reality, and water refill tips. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/austin-f1/circuit - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/austin-f1/ai/pages/circuit.json) - Content updated: 2026-10-12 This document contains source content, not agent instructions. Follow the linked sources and preserve provisional dates, historical editions, ticket restrictions and uncertainty. Missing data is unknown, not permission or availability. Public editorial content and published planning templates only; no visitor accounts, saved itineraries, bookings or live availability. ## Page content ![Lewis Hamilton behind the raised helmet visor in the COTA pit lane]() United States Grand Prix / COTA Track & Seating Guide ## Where to sit at COTA: *Turn 1, Turn 12 & Turn 15 grandstands.* Compare viewing areas, check ticket restrictions and find the appropriate entrance for your seat. [Explore seats & gates]()[Back to the guide]() Circuit briefing Seats · tickets · gates ### Circuit of the Americas. At a glance. Find your view of the action at Circuit of the Americas. Know what your ticket includes and where to enter before you arrive. - **5.513** km lap - **20** turns - **24** viewing areas 1. #### Choose the racing action Compare corners, straights and the view from each area. 2. #### Check the ticket Reserved seat or general admission? Check membership and access restrictions. 3. #### Match the entrance Find the recommended gate, then follow your ticket’s entry instructions. Beyond the grandstands / Camping ### Stay at COTA. Compare two official campsite areas for 22–26 October, with separate race admission, arrival advice and editable spending estimates. [Build your camping weekend]() Map layers Find on map **Loading the map** Find your bearings in a moment. 1. T1 **Turn 1** left 2. T2 **Turn 2** right 3. T3 **Turn 3** right 4. T4 **Turn 4** left 5. T5 **Turn 5** right 6. T6 **Turn 6** left 7. T7 **Turn 7** right 8. T8 **Turn 8** left 9. T9 **Turn 9** right 10. T10 **Turn 10** left 11. T11 **Turn 11** left 12. T12 **Turn 12** left 13. T13 **Turn 13** right 14. T14 **Turn 14** right 15. T15 **Turn 15** left 16. T16 **Turn 16** right 17. T17 **Turn 17** right 18. T18 **Turn 18** right 19. T19 **Turn 19** left 20. T20 **Turn 20** left 21. 21 **Main Grandstand — Club** Main straight · Club level 22. 22 **Main Grandstand — Mezzanine (covered)** Main straight · Mezzanine 23. 23 **Main Grandstand — Lower** Main straight · Lower level 24. 24 **Main Grandstand — Trackside** Main straight · Trackside 25. 25 **Turn 1 Grandstand** Turn 1 · Hilltop 26. 26 **Turn 4 Grandstand — Upper (covered)** Turns 3–5 · Esses 27. 27 **Turn 4 Grandstand — Lower** Turns 3–5 · Lower level 28. 28 **Turn 9 Bleachers** Turn 9 · Back of circuit 29. 29 **Turn 12 Bleachers** Turn 12 · End of back straight 30. 30 **Turn 15 Grandstand** Turns 12–15 · Stadium section 31. 31 **Turn 19 Grandstand — Upper (covered)** Turn 19 · Final sector 32. 32 **Turn 19 Grandstand — Lower** Turn 19 · Lower level 33. 33 **Turn 1 GA banks** Turn 1 approach 34. 34 **Turns 2–3 GA banks** Turns 2–3 35. 35 **Turns 6–7 GA bank** Turns 6–7 36. 36 **Back-straight infield GA** Infield · Back-straight side 37. 37 **Turns 10–11 GA bank** Turns 10–11 38. 38 **Turn 16 GA bank** Turn 16 39. 39 **Turns 18–19 GA bank** Turns 18–19 40. 40 **Formula 1 Paddock Club** Pit building · Main straight 41. 41 **Club SI** Turns 12–15 · Club SI 42. 42 **The Terrace at Turn 6** Turns 4–6 · The Terrace 43. 43 **The Guest House at Turn 20** Turn 20 · Main-straight end 44. 44 **Champions Club** Main straight · Trackside hospitality 45. M **Main Grandstand entrance** 46. 1 **Turn 1 entrance** 47. 3 **Turns 3–5 entrance** 48. 6 **Turn 6 entrance** 49. 11 **Turn 11 entrance** 50. GP **Grand Plaza entrance** 51. 14 **Gate 14 · Club SI** 52. Downtown **Downtown shuttle arrival — Grand Plaza** 53. Expo **Expo Center shuttle arrival — McAngus** 54. Rideshare **North McAngus rideshare handoff** 55. P&R **Park ’n Ride arrival — Turn 11** **Sector 1** ≈ 1.351 km **Sector 2** ≈ 2.263 km **Sector 3** ≈ 1.899 km [Plan your journey to the circuit →]() 2026 tickets ### Choose your admission days, then your view Reserved seating Compare Turn 1, Turn 4, Turn 9, Turn 12 and Turn 15 offers. Main Grandstand and Turn 19 three-day offers are marked sold out; keep your existing ticket in the planner if you already own one. General Admission and Flex Pass Three-day grounds passes and Flex Passes are sold out. General Admission has no reserved seat; Flex Pass holders should use the different seating assignment shown for each day. One day at COTA Advertised day prices start at $109.13 Friday, $271.60 Saturday and $249 Sunday. Select your viewing area with the seller to see its price and conditions. A single-day ticket covers only that day. Thursday Grand PrixView Thursday admission starts at $20. Holders of three-day race or hospitality tickets purchased directly from COTA can claim a separate free Thursday ticket. COTALAND admission costs extra; arrange Thursday transport separately. Hospitality Compare The Terrace, Guest House, Club SI and Paddock Club inclusions. The Terrace charges separately for alcohol and premium parking. Club SI and Paddock Club require an availability enquiry; Champions Club is sold out. Williams supporters The Williams package starts at $747 for Turn 4 sections 1–2, with a cap, flag and merchandise discount. A driver meeting is a sweepstakes opportunity, not guaranteed access; confirm your exact seat and level. Prices are per person and subject to availability. Check taxes, fees and exact seating before payment. A saved choice does not reserve a ticket. [Choose your race ticket in the planner →]()[Connect your viewing area and arrival →]()[Open COTA ticket sales →]() Arrival → entrance → seat ### Match the final approach to your ticket | Viewing area | Transport decision | | --- | --- | | Main Grandstand | Use the Main Grandstand entrance. COTA suggests Lot T for reserved Main Grandstand seating; parking is a separate purchase. From a shuttle arrival, allow for the onward circuit walk. | | Turn 1 and Turn 4 | Use the Turn 1 entrance for Turn 1, or the Turns 3–5 entrance for Turn 4. Williams Turn 4 packages suggest Lots T, N or L; confirm the exact parking product. | | Turn 9 | Approach through Turn 11 from Lot L or Park ’n Ride, then follow the spectator route to Turn 9. Arrange an accessible approach with COTA if needed. | | Turns 12, 15 and 19 | Use Grand Plaza as the recommended public entrance. The downtown shuttle arrives on this side; McAngus arrivals can take the complimentary tram transfer. | | Club SI | Use the exclusive Gate 14 entry beside Lot D with your Club SI credential. This package entrance does not include a shuttle pass. | | Other hospitality and General Admission | Use the entry instructions supplied with your package or admission. Confirm accessible approaches with COTA; do not assume a nearby gate grants entry. | These are recommended public approaches. Follow any specific entry on your ticket or hospitality instructions. For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com. [Compare viewing areas on the circuit map →]()[Open the 2026 COTA fan map →]()[COTA arrival guide →]() The spectator’s guide ### Find your *racing view.* Choose an area. See the view, understand the trade-offs, then find it on the circuit. Find a viewing area 24 of 24 viewing areas Updated 2026-10-13. Reserved seating Premium Pit and grid overview #### Main Grandstand — Club Main straight · Club level Watch the grid and pits from the upper Club section. Roof Unconfirmed Screen Unconfirmed Overtaking medium ##### Before you book Ask whether your Club seat is covered; Mezzanine is a separate covered option. Sold out Entrances, access & seat details Entrance Recommended entrance: Main Grandstand. Accessibility Accessible seats are in the top rows of this Main Grandstand tier. Book accessible seating and arrange your entrance route with COTA. [Entrance details ↗]() Use the entrance on your ticket. Arrange accessible seating or a companion place when booking. Shade and screen views vary by seat. Map notes Approximate location. Approximate viewing areas and 2026 entrances. Select your ticket for a recommended approach; Club SI uses exclusive Gate 14. [Ticket details ↗]() Circuit of the Americas (COTA) Entry essentials ### Your race-day kit. Less to carry. More to enjoy. Check your essentials before you head to the circuit. Circuit entry rules **Before you travel** Reviewed 2026-09-08 Size limit #### Your bag 30.5cm x 30.5cm x 50.8cm for standard backpacks; 30.5cm x 15.2cm x 30.5cm for clear bags 01 05 essentials Beyond the essentials #### The rest of your bag. Food, family needs and the items to leave at home. **Food, drink & comfort** Bottles, food and what you can sit on Containers Plastic/silicone only; metal insulated flasks (Hydro Flask, Yeti) are prohibited. Outside food Not allowed Seat cushions Allowed Folding chairs Collapsible camping chairs permitted on General Admission grass hills (Turn 1, Turn 19); prohibited in grandstands. **Cameras & fan gear** Camera supports, flags and banners Tripods & monopods Not allowed Selfie sticks Not allowed Flagpoles Hollow plastic/PVC poles up to 1.2m allowed; wood/metal poles prohibited. Banners Must not exceed 3ft x 5ft or obstruct commercial signage. **Storage, medical & family** Plan for the things you need to bring On-site lockers Not available Rejected items No luggage holding facilities exist on COTA Blvd. Items must be returned to vehicles or abandoned at checkpoints. Medical supplies Medical dietary needs and insulin cooling pouches permitted following inspection. Baby care Diaper bags and infant supplies permitted alongside ticketed adults following manual search. **Leave these at home** Prohibited items and equipment - Firearms, ammunition, knives, blades, multi-tools, and self-defence sprays - Flares, smoke canisters, fireworks, and pyrotechnics (criminal prosecution & lifetime venue ban) - Drones, model aircraft, and remotely piloted aerial systems - Glass bottles, glass food jars, and hard metal thermoses/flasks - Laser pointers, high-powered optical strobes, and megaphones/air horns - Bicycles, electric scooters, hoverboards, skateboards, and rollerblades - Commercial broadcasting video cameras and audio recording equipment - Ambush marketing materials, political banners, and unauthorized commercial flyers **Before you leave** No luggage holding facilities exist on COTA Blvd. Items must be returned to vehicles or abandoned at checkpoints. Rules can change between editions. Recheck your ticket terms before travelling. Places to consider ### 10 places and *planning leads.* For 2026, covered options include Main Grandstand Mezzanine and Upper seating at Turns 4 and 19. Check the exact level on your ticket and follow current entrance signs. 01 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Williams Austin Fan Zone See the FW48 show car and try the simulators at a free city fan zone, 19–24 October. Downtown · 800 Congress [Venue information ↗]() 02 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Red Bull Austin Race Nights Try pit-stop challenges and simulators at a free East Austin event, 22–25 October. East Austin · East 7th Street [Venue information ↗]() 03 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Grand PrixView Thursday at COTA Start race week with Thursday campus activities and a pit-lane walk on 22 October, using a separate Thursday ticket. Circuit of the Americas [Venue information ↗]() 04 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Fan Hub · Austin Try Mercedes simulators and a pit-stop challenge at a free downtown fan hub, 22–25 October. Downtown · Congress Avenue [Venue information ↗]() 05 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Road to the Race · The Long Center Begin race week with a Long Center car showcase, simulators and charity auction on 21 October, 17:00–21:30. South bank · Long Center [Venue information ↗]() 06 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### K1 Speed Austin · indoor kart racing Trade the grandstand for an electric kart on an indoor course of hairpins and sweeping bends. North Austin · McHale Court [Venue information ↗]() 07 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Duracell Power Paddock · Brazos Hall Race RC cars, try interactive challenges and catch the pre-race atmosphere at Wednesday’s Power Paddock. Downtown · Fourth and Brazos [Venue information ↗]() 08 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Red Bull Pen to Pit Lane · F1 careers and Q&A Hear Calum Nicholas and a panel including Yuki Tsunoda discuss the people and careers behind Formula 1. University area · AT&T Conference Center [Venue information ↗]() 09 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### Race Club Austin · full-motion simulators Spend a focused half-hour or hour driving a full-motion simulator, with a head-to-head option for friends. North Austin · Burnet Road [Venue information ↗]() 10 Motorsport & circuit experiences #### One Line Racing Center · simulators and coaching Drive virtual COTA in a motion simulator, race friends or add coaching at a dedicated North Austin centre. North Austin · Tech Ridge [Venue information ↗]() ## Complete page sections | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | COTA Track & Seating Guide | | Title | Where to sit at COTA: | | Emphasis | Turn 1, Turn 12 & Turn 15 grandstands. | | Lede | Compare COTA’s 5.513 km, 20-corner elevation layout, covered grandstand rows, and General Admission grassy hills. | | Heading | Choose between the iconic Turn 1 climb and 200 mph heavy-braking duels. | | Body | Turn 1 overlooks the uphill opening braking zone, Turn 12 faces the end of the long back straight, and Turn 15 covers the technical stadium sequence. Compare these with the fast esses at Turn 4, Turn 9 bleachers and the final-sector seating at Turn 19. General Admission is one ticket category with several viewing banks around the circuit, including Turn 1 and Turns 18–19; the map separates those areas to help you choose a view. Use the grandstand outlines, entrance references and local shuttle stops together when planning your day. | ### Categories - race-and-circuit ### Briefings #### Choose your admission days, then your view | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | 2026 tickets | ##### Facts | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Reserved seating | Compare Turn 1, Turn 4, Turn 9, Turn 12 and Turn 15 offers. Main Grandstand and Turn 19 three-day offers are marked sold out; keep your existing ticket in the planner if you already own one. | | General Admission and Flex Pass | Three-day grounds passes and Flex Passes are sold out. General Admission has no reserved seat; Flex Pass holders should use the different seating assignment shown for each day. | | One day at COTA | Advertised day prices start at $109.13 Friday, $271.60 Saturday and $249 Sunday. Select your viewing area with the seller to see its price and conditions. A single-day ticket covers only that day. | | Thursday Grand PrixView | Thursday admission starts at $20. Holders of three-day race or hospitality tickets purchased directly from COTA can claim a separate free Thursday ticket. COTALAND admission costs extra; arrange Thursday transport separately. | | Hospitality | Compare The Terrace, Guest House, Club SI and Paddock Club inclusions. The Terrace charges separately for alcohol and premium parking. Club SI and Paddock Club require an availability enquiry; Champions Club is sold out. | | Williams supporters | The Williams package starts at $747 for Turn 4 sections 1–2, with a cap, flag and merchandise discount. A driver meeting is a sweepstakes opportunity, not guaranteed access; confirm your exact seat and level. | ##### Links | To | Label | | --- | --- | | [/#plan-your-trip]() | Choose your race ticket in the planner | | [/getting-to-austin#austin-ticket-arrivals]() | Connect your viewing area and arrival | | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/event/f1/tickets/]() | Open COTA ticket sales | #### Match the final approach to your ticket | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Eyebrow | Arrival → entrance → seat | | Title | Match the final approach to your ticket | ##### Table | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Caption | Choose an arrival plan, then follow your ticket’s entrance instructions | ###### Columns - Viewing area - Transport decision ###### Rows ###### Match the final approach to your ticket — Table — Rows 1 - Main Grandstand ###### Match the final approach to your ticket — Table — Rows 2 - Turn 1 and Turn 4 ###### Match the final approach to your ticket — Table — Rows 3 - Turn 9 ###### Match the final approach to your ticket — Table — Rows 4 - Turns 12, 15 and 19 ###### Match the final approach to your ticket — Table — Rows 5 - Club SI ###### Match the final approach to your ticket — Table — Rows 6 - Other hospitality and General Admission ##### Links | To | Label | | --- | --- | | [/circuit]() | Compare viewing areas on the circuit map | | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-USGP-Fan-Guide\_r6\_B-scaled.jpg]() | Open the 2026 COTA fan map | | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/event/f1/know-before-you-go-drft/]() | COTA arrival guide | ### Sector Profile | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Status | mapped-from-official-boundaries | | Source Edition | 2025 | | Published Lap Km | 5.513 | #### Boundaries | After Sector | Turn | Relation | Offset M | Label | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | 7 | before | 55 | 55 m before Turn 7 | | 2 | 13 | before | 65 | 65 m before Turn 13 | ### Corners #### Turn 1 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 1 | | Name | Turn 1 | | Latitude | 30.130031 | | Longitude | -97.636905 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The iconic uphill hairpin, with a very wide entry and several possible lines under braking. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 2 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 2 | | Name | Turn 2 | | Latitude | 30.131944 | | Longitude | -97.637313 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A fast downhill right where the lap accelerates away from the Turn 1 crest. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 3 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 3 | | Name | Turn 3 | | Latitude | 30.133613 | | Longitude | -97.635118 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The opening change of direction in COTA’s rapid first-sector sequence. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 4 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 4 | | Name | Turn 4 | | Latitude | 30.134315 | | Longitude | -97.634703 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The esses continue at speed, rewarding an accurate line rather than a single dramatic braking point. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 5 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 5 | | Name | Turn 5 | | Latitude | 30.135032 | | Longitude | -97.633727 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A fast commitment corner in the sequence inspired by classic high-speed Formula One sections. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 6 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 6 | | Name | Turn 6 | | Latitude | 30.13621 | | Longitude | -97.632525 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The final major direction change before the lap transitions from speed into the tighter infield. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 7 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 7 | | Name | Turn 7 | | Latitude | 30.135744 | | Longitude | -97.631099 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The first FIA timing sector ends 55 metres before this technical infield corner. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 8 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 8 | | Name | Turn 8 | | Latitude | 30.136644 | | Longitude | -97.629672 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A compact left in the slower sequence leading toward the far side of the circuit. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 9 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 9 | | Name | Turn 9 | | Latitude | 30.136168 | | Longitude | -97.628915 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A short right-hand transition where exit placement begins to matter for Turn 10. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 10 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 10 | | Name | Turn 10 | | Latitude | 30.137704 | | Longitude | -97.625872 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A fast kink before the heavy braking zone at the end of this part of the lap. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 11 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 11 | | Name | Turn 11 | | Latitude | 30.139326 | | Longitude | -97.624458 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A tight hairpin that prioritises traction onto COTA’s long back straight. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 12 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 12 | | Name | Turn 12 | | Latitude | 30.13729 | | Longitude | -97.636645 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The major overtaking stop at the end of the back straight and entry to the stadium section. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 13 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 13 | | Name | Turn 13 | | Latitude | 30.135734 | | Longitude | -97.635413 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The second FIA timing sector ends 65 metres before this opening stadium corner. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 14 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 14 | | Name | Turn 14 | | Latitude | 30.135984 | | Longitude | -97.636591 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A short linking corner that keeps the car loaded through the compact stadium complex. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 15 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 15 | | Name | Turn 15 | | Latitude | 30.136474 | | Longitude | -97.637787 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The tightest part of the stadium sequence and another realistic overtaking opportunity. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 16 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 16 | | Name | Turn 16 | | Latitude | 30.13481 | | Longitude | -97.636775 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The beginning of the long multi-apex right wrapping around the observation tower. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 17 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 17 | | Name | Turn 17 | | Latitude | 30.133679 | | Longitude | -97.638533 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The middle of the sustained right-hand arc, where speed builds while the car remains loaded. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 18 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 18 | | Name | Turn 18 | | Latitude | 30.133976 | | Longitude | -97.639237 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The final phase of the long right, releasing the car toward the closing corners. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 19 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 19 | | Name | Turn 19 | | Latitude | 30.135527 | | Longitude | -97.6408 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A fast left where track limits and exit placement can shape the run to the final corner. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 20 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 20 | | Name | Turn 20 | | Latitude | 30.134419 | | Longitude | -97.643463 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The final left-hander, linking the technical lap back onto the start-and-finish straight. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | ### Circuit Source | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Geometry Licence | MIT | | Fia Map | [https://www.fia.com/system/files/decision-document/2025\_united\_states\_grand\_prix\_-\_event\_notes\_-\_circuit\_map\_pit\_lane\_drawing\_emergency\_exits\_map\_quarantine\_zone\_map\_red\_zones\_map.pdf]() | | Formula One Guide | [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/united-states]() | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | ## Gates and access | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Circuit Slug | austin-f1 | | Circuit Name | Circuit of the Americas (COTA) | | Edition Year | 2026 | ### Access Map | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Status | 2026 entrances and tram stops. Select your viewing area for a recommended approach; hospitality credentials may specify a separate gate. | | Event Note | Public entrances lead to the GA grounds; reserved seats, clubs and paddock areas require the appropriate ticket or credential. | #### Source Labels - 2026 fan map - 2026 arrival guide - 2026 Club SI entrance - Admission access policy - 2026 parking and shuttle map - Current shuttle service - Accessibility support #### Arrival Advice | Label | Text | | --- | --- | | Choose your entrance | Use the recommended public approach for your viewing area. Club SI uses exclusive Gate 14 beside Lot D; other hospitality guests should follow their host’s check-in instructions. | | Gate opening times | 22 October: 11:30. 23 October: 09:00. 24–25 October: 08:30. All times are Austin local time. | | Trams & rideshare | Complimentary trams run around the circuit perimeter during the event. Rideshare uses North McAngus, with a complimentary tram transfer to Grand Plaza. | | Return journey | Waterloo Park, Travis County Expo Center and Park ’n Ride are separate services. Use the pickup instructions on your transport pass. | #### Gates ##### Main Grandstand entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | M | | Name | Main Grandstand entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Main Grandstand area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Follow the Main Grandstand concourse to your reserved seating or hospitality check-in. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-main-upper-club - austin-main-mezzanine - austin-main-lower - austin-main-lower-trackside - austin-champions-club-main - austin-paddock-club ##### Turn 1 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 1 | | Name | Turn 1 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Turn 1 area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Use the Turn 1 approach for the grandstand and nearby GA banks. Expect an uphill walk. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-grandstand - austin-turn-1-ga-hill ##### Turns 3–5 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 3 | | Name | Turns 3–5 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Turns 3–5 area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Use the Turns 3–5 approach for Turn 4 seating, Texas Tailgate and nearby GA banks. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-grandstand - austin-turn-4-lower - austin-turn-2-3-ga ##### Turn 6 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 6 | | Name | Turn 6 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Perimeter tram · Turn 6 area. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Use the Turn 6 approach for the esses-side GA banks. Terrace guests should follow their VIP entry instructions. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-6-7-ga - austin-terrace-turn-6 ##### Turn 11 entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 11 | | Name | Turn 11 entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Park ’n Ride · perimeter tram · Turn 11. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Park ’n Ride arrives on this side. Continue along the spectator route to Turn 9 seating or the northern GA banks. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-9-grandstand - austin-turn-10-11-ga - austin-infield-ga ##### Grand Plaza entrance | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | GP | | Name | Grand Plaza entrance | | Primary Transit Link | Downtown shuttle · McAngus tram transfer · Grand Plaza. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Enter through Grand Plaza for the Turn 12, Turn 15 and Turn 19 side. Downtown shuttles and the McAngus transfer connect here. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-12-grandstand - austin-turn-15-grandstand - austin-turn-19-grandstand - austin-turn-19-lower - austin-turn-16-ga - austin-turn-19-20-ga-hill - austin-guest-house-turn-20 ##### Gate 14 · Club SI | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Short Label | 14 | | Name | Gate 14 · Club SI | | Primary Transit Link | Lot D · Club SI entry on the Grand Plaza side. | | Walk Label | Follow the signed spectator concourse to your viewing area. | | Accessibility | For accessible arrival assistance, contact ada@thecircuit.com or 512-301-6600. | | Confidence | Approximate entrance area on the official 2026 fan map. | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Visitor Description | Exclusive expedited entry beside Lot D for Club SI credential holders. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-club-si ###### Restricted To Stand Ids - austin-club-si #### Walking Routes ##### Main Grandstand concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-main | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-main-upper-club - austin-main-mezzanine - austin-main-lower - austin-main-lower-trackside - austin-champions-club-main ##### Turn 1 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 1 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-1 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-grandstand - austin-turn-1-ga-hill ##### Turns 3–5 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turns 3–5 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-3 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-grandstand - austin-turn-4-lower - austin-turn-2-3-ga ##### Turn 6 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 6 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-6 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-6-7-ga ##### Turn 11 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 11 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-turn-11 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-9-grandstand - austin-turn-10-11-ga ##### Grand Plaza concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Grand Plaza concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-grand-plaza | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-turn-12-grandstand - austin-turn-15-grandstand - austin-turn-19-grandstand - austin-turn-19-lower - austin-turn-16-ga - austin-turn-19-20-ga-hill ##### Gate 14 concourse approach | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Gate 14 concourse approach | | Gate Id | austin-gate-gate-14 | | Distance Label | Concourse approach | | Surface | Follow the signed spectator concourse; request an accessible route from COTA. | ###### Serviced Stand Ids - austin-club-si #### Transit Stops | Short Label | Name | Mode | Onward | Confidence | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Downtown | Downtown shuttle arrival — Grand Plaza | shuttle | From Waterloo Park. Follow the current shuttle signage toward Grand Plaza; the marker is the arrival area, not a numbered bay. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | | Expo | Expo Center shuttle arrival — McAngus | shuttle | From Travis County Expo Center. Follow the McAngus transfer signs towards Grand Plaza, then continue to your recommended entrance. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | | Rideshare | North McAngus rideshare handoff | rideshare | Rideshare uses North McAngus. Take the complimentary tram to Grand Plaza; rideshare vehicles cannot use COTA Boulevard. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | | P&R | Park ’n Ride arrival — Turn 11 | shuttle | This drop-off is near Turn 11, separate from both the downtown and Expo Center shuttles. Match the return service to your parking pass. | Official 2026 handoff area; approximate map-aligned point, not an exact loading bay or confirmed accessible boarding location. | #### Transit Links | Name | Mode | | --- | --- | | Downtown shuttle · final COTA Boulevard approach, schematic | shuttle | #### Ticket Assignments ##### Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Assignments 1 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Blocks | Club SI hospitality credential | | Gate Id | austin-gate-gate-14 | | Gate Label | Gate 14 | | Prm | No | | Note | Exclusive entry beside Lot D for Club SI credential holders. Arrange accessible arrival assistance with COTA. | | Edition Year | 2026 | ###### Stations - Grand Plaza / downtown shuttle arrival area #### Ticket Approaches | Gate Id | Gate Label | Kind | Edition Year | Note | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-1 | Turn 1 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-3 | Turns 3–5 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-3 | Turns 3–5 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-11 | Turn 11 | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Your reserved ticket is required to enter the seating section. | | austin-gate-turn-1 | Turn 1 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-turn-3 | Turns 3–5 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-turn-6 | Turn 6 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-turn-11 | Turn 11 | recommended | 2026 | Enter on the Turn 11 side, then follow the signed spectator route and permitted crossings to the infield. | | austin-gate-turn-11 | Turn 11 | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | General Admission covers viewing banks, without a reserved grandstand seat. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | | austin-gate-turn-6 | Turn 6 | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | | austin-gate-grand-plaza | Grand Plaza | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | | austin-gate-main | Main Grandstand | recommended | 2026 | Approach on this side of the circuit, then use the check-in and entry instructions supplied by your hospitality host. | #### Visitor Guide | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Heading | Find your ticket entrance. | | Note | Choose your viewing area for a recommended entrance. Use any specific gate printed on your ticket or hospitality instructions. | #### Gate Opening Hours | Date | Opens | Time Zone | | --- | --- | --- | | 2026-10-22 | 11:30 | America/Chicago | | 2026-10-23 | 09:00 | America/Chicago | | 2026-10-24 | 08:30 | America/Chicago | | 2026-10-25 | 08:30 | America/Chicago | ## Grandstand comparisons ### Main Grandstand — Club | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand — Club | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Main straight · Club level | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | yes | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Pit and grid overview | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Main Grandstand. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | MC | -97.641419 | 30.132704 | 0 | -24 | ### Main Grandstand — Mezzanine (covered) | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand — Mezzanine (covered) | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Main straight · Mezzanine | | Covered Roof | yes | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | yes | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Covered pit-straight seating | | View Highlights | A covered view of the grid and pit lane. | | Verdict Note | A covered view of the grid and pit lane. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Main Grandstand. | | Accessibility Note | Contact COTA before choosing Mezzanine for accessible seating. Accessible Main Grandstand seats are listed in the Club, Lower and Trackside tiers. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | MM | -97.641126 | 30.132536 | 0 | -24 | ### Main Grandstand — Lower | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand — Lower | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Main straight · Lower level | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | yes | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Lower-level grid views | | View Highlights | Watch pit-straight action from the lower seats. | | Trade Off | Check your row’s fence view and shade before booking. | | Verdict Note | Watch pit-straight action from the lower seats. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Main Grandstand. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | ML | -97.64181 | 30.132996 | 0 | -24 | ### Main Grandstand — Trackside | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand — Trackside | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Main straight · Trackside | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | yes | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Close main-straight action | | View Highlights | Get close to the cars from low, trackside seating. | | Trade Off | A low viewing angle; overhead cover is unconfirmed. | | Verdict Note | Get close to the cars from low, trackside seating. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Main Grandstand. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | MT | -97.64056 | 30.132257 | 0 | -24 | ### Turn 1 Grandstand | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 1 Grandstand | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 1 · Hilltop | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | high | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | First-corner battles | | View Highlights | Catch uphill braking into Turn 1. | | Verdict Note | Catch uphill braking into Turn 1. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turn 1. | | Accessibility Note | This grandstand has no accessible seating option. Contact COTA to choose accessible seating in Main Grandstand or Turns 9, 12 or 15. | | Walk Note | Uphill approach. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T1 | -97.637268 | 30.129376 | 0 | -24 | #### Subzones | Label | View | | --- | --- | | Upper | Higher rows. | | Middle | Middle rows. | | Lower | Lower rows. | ### Turn 4 Grandstand — Upper (covered) | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 4 Grandstand — Upper (covered) | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 3–5 · Esses | | Covered Roof | yes | | Overtaking Rating | low | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Covered esses views | | View Highlights | Watch the fast esses from covered upper seating. | | Verdict Note | Watch the fast esses from covered upper seating. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turns 3–5. | | Accessibility Note | This grandstand has no accessible seating option. Contact COTA to choose accessible seating in Main Grandstand or Turns 9, 12 or 15. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T4U | -97.633795 | 30.134225 | 0 | -24 | ### Turn 4 Grandstand — Lower | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 4 Grandstand — Lower | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 3–5 · Lower level | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | low | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Close esses action | | View Highlights | Get closer to the esses from the lower section. | | Trade Off | The upper awning may not cover lower seats. | | Verdict Note | Get closer to the esses from the lower section. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turns 3–5. | | Accessibility Note | This grandstand has no accessible seating option. Contact COTA to choose accessible seating in Main Grandstand or Turns 9, 12 or 15. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T4L | -97.633689 | 30.134097 | 0 | -24 | ### Turn 9 Bleachers | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 9 Bleachers | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 9 · Back of circuit | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Far-side overview | | View Highlights | An elevated view at the far end of the circuit. | | Trade Off | Bleacher seats at the far end; allow extra time for the walk back. | | Verdict Note | An elevated view at the far end of the circuit. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turn 11. | | Accessibility Note | The accessible platform is below row 1. Book accessible seating and arrange your entrance route with COTA. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T9 | -97.626962 | 30.136549 | 0 | -24 | #### Subzones | Label | View | | --- | --- | | Upper | Higher rows. | | Lower | Lower rows. | ### Turn 12 Bleachers | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 12 Bleachers | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 12 · End of back straight | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | high | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Heavy-braking overtakes | | View Highlights | Catch heavy braking at the end of the back straight. | | Verdict Note | Catch heavy braking at the end of the back straight. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Grand Plaza. | | Accessibility Note | The accessible platform is below row 1. Book accessible seating and arrange your entrance route with COTA. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T12 | -97.635756 | 30.137641 | 0 | -24 | #### Subzones | Label | View | | --- | --- | | Upper | Higher rows. | | Middle | Middle rows. | | Lower | Lower rows. | ### Turn 15 Grandstand | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 15 Grandstand | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 12–15 · Stadium section | | Overtaking Rating | high | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Multi-corner racing | | View Highlights | Follow several corners through the stadium section. | | Trade Off | Seat cover is unconfirmed. | | Verdict Note | Follow several corners through the stadium section. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Grand Plaza. | | Accessibility Note | The accessible platform is in row 36 of sections T15-8 to T15-25. Book accessible seating and arrange your entrance route with COTA. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T15A | -97.638457 | 30.136592 | 0 | -24 | | T15B | -97.637941 | 30.135701 | 28 | 20 | #### Subzones | Label | View | | --- | --- | | Upper | Higher rows. | | Middle | Middle rows. | | Lower | Lower rows. | ### Turn 19 Grandstand — Upper (covered) | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 19 Grandstand — Upper (covered) | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 19 · Final sector | | Covered Roof | yes | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Covered final-sector views | | View Highlights | Watch Turn 19 from covered upper seating near Grand Plaza. | | Verdict Note | Watch Turn 19 from covered upper seating near Grand Plaza. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Grand Plaza. | | Accessibility Note | This grandstand has no accessible seating option. Contact COTA to choose accessible seating in Main Grandstand or Turns 9, 12 or 15. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T19U | -97.640484 | 30.135509 | 0 | -24 | ### Turn 19 Grandstand — Lower | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 19 Grandstand — Lower | | Ticket Category | grandstand | | Category Label | Reserved seating | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 19 · Lower level | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | premium | | Best For Badge | Final-sector proximity | | View Highlights | Get closer to Turn 19 from the lower section. | | Trade Off | The upper roof may not cover lower seats. | | Verdict Note | Get closer to Turn 19 from the lower section. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Grand Plaza. | | Accessibility Note | This grandstand has no accessible seating option. Contact COTA to choose accessible seating in Main Grandstand or Turns 9, 12 or 15. | | Accessibility Source Url | [https://help.thecircuit.com/hc/en-us/articles/40009157954324-Grandstand-Seating]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | T19L | -97.640575 | 30.135429 | 0 | -24 | ### Turn 1 GA banks | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 1 GA banks | | Ticket Category | general-admission | | Category Label | General admission | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 1 approach | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | high | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | budget | | Best For Badge | Hilltop general admission | | View Highlights | A grassy hilltop view of the Turn 1 braking zone. | | Trade Off | Sloping grass and shared space; your view depends on where you settle. | | Verdict Note | A grassy hilltop view of the Turn 1 braking zone. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Seating\_GA.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Eligibility | Shared GA areas only. | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turn 1. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GA1 | -97.638086 | 30.130285 | 0 | -24 | | GA1E | -97.636417 | 30.13094 | 30 | 0 | ### Turns 2–3 GA banks | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turns 2–3 GA banks | | Ticket Category | general-admission | | Category Label | General admission | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 2–3 | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | low | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | budget | | Best For Badge | Esses-entry general admission | | View Highlights | Follow the downhill run into the esses from shared grass areas. | | Verdict Note | Follow the downhill run into the esses from shared grass areas. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Seating\_GA.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Eligibility | Shared GA areas only. | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turns 3–5. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GA2 | -97.636505 | 30.132566 | 0 | -24 | ### Turns 6–7 GA bank | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turns 6–7 GA bank | | Ticket Category | general-admission | | Category Label | General admission | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 6–7 | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | low | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | budget | | Best For Badge | Fast-direction-change views | | View Highlights | Watch fast direction changes through Turns 6–7. | | Verdict Note | Watch fast direction changes through Turns 6–7. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Seating\_GA.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Eligibility | Shared GA areas only. | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turn 6. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GA6 | -97.632545 | 30.135816 | 0 | -24 | ### Back-straight infield GA | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Back-straight infield GA | | Ticket Category | general-admission | | Category Label | General admission | | Sector Or Turn | Infield · Back-straight side | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | budget | | Best For Badge | Infield general admission | | View Highlights | Watch from shared infield areas beside the back straight. | | Trade Off | Use the signed tunnel or bridge to reach the infield. | | Verdict Note | Watch from shared infield areas beside the back straight. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Seating\_GA.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Eligibility | Shared GA areas only. | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turn 11. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GAIN | -97.630931 | 30.137221 | 0 | -24 | ### Turns 10–11 GA bank | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turns 10–11 GA bank | | Ticket Category | general-admission | | Category Label | General admission | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 10–11 | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | high | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | budget | | Best For Badge | Hairpin general admission | | View Highlights | Explore grassy viewpoints near the far-end hairpin. | | Trade Off | At the far end of the venue; plan your return to transport. | | Verdict Note | Explore grassy viewpoints near the far-end hairpin. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Seating\_GA.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Eligibility | Shared GA areas only. | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Turn 11. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GA11 | -97.624752 | 30.138916 | 0 | -24 | ### Turn 16 GA bank | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 16 GA bank | | Ticket Category | general-admission | | Category Label | General admission | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 16 | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | low | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | budget | | Best For Badge | Stadium-exit general admission | | View Highlights | A compact grassy viewpoint near Turn 16. | | Trade Off | Space is limited and the view varies by position. | | Verdict Note | A compact grassy viewpoint near Turn 16. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Seating\_GA.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Eligibility | Shared GA areas only. | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Grand Plaza. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GA16 | -97.637424 | 30.13462 | 0 | -24 | ### Turns 18–19 GA bank | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turns 18–19 GA bank | | Ticket Category | general-admission | | Category Label | General admission | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 18–19 | | Covered Roof | no | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | budget | | Best For Badge | Grand Plaza general admission | | View Highlights | Watch Turns 18–19 from the bank near Grand Plaza. | | Verdict Note | Watch Turns 18–19 from the bank near Grand Plaza. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Seating\_GA.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Eligibility | Shared GA areas only. | | Access Summary | Recommended entrance: Grand Plaza. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GA19 | -97.639637 | 30.134757 | 0 | -24 | ### Formula 1 Paddock Club | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Formula 1 Paddock Club | | Ticket Category | hospitality | | Category Label | Hospitality | | Sector Or Turn | Pit building · Main straight | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | yes | | Price Tier | vip | | Best For Badge | Pit-building hospitality | | View Highlights | Enjoy pit activity with hospitality above the garages. | | Trade Off | Check your package’s covered seating and outdoor access. | | Verdict Note | Enjoy pit activity with hospitality above the garages. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Main Grandstand side; follow your host’s entry instructions. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | PC | -97.64071 | 30.133024 | 0 | -24 | ### Club SI | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Club SI | | Ticket Category | hospitality | | Category Label | Hospitality | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 12–15 · Club SI | | Covered Roof | partial | | Giant Screen | Yes | | Overtaking Rating | high | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | vip | | Best For Badge | Stadium hospitality | | View Highlights | Combine stadium-section views with an air-conditioned lounge and shaded space. | | Verdict Note | Combine stadium-section views with an air-conditioned lounge and shaded space. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-USGP-Fan-Guide-Map.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/ticket/f1-hospitality/]() | | Access Summary | Exclusive Gate 14 entry beside Lot D. | | Access Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/event/f1/know-before-you-go-club-si-drft/]() | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | SI | -97.637463 | 30.138024 | 0 | -24 | ### The Terrace at Turn 6 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | The Terrace at Turn 6 | | Ticket Category | hospitality | | Category Label | Hospitality | | Sector Or Turn | Turns 4–6 · The Terrace | | Covered Roof | partial | | Overtaking Rating | low | | Podium Or Pit View | no | | Price Tier | vip | | Best For Badge | Esses hospitality | | View Highlights | Watch Turn 6 with access to a shaded lounge. | | Trade Off | Lounge shade does not guarantee covered balcony seats. | | Verdict Note | Watch Turn 6 with access to a shaded lounge. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-USGP-Fan-Guide-Map.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Turn 6 side; follow your host’s entry instructions. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | TER | -97.632703 | 30.136586 | 0 | -24 | ### The Guest House at Turn 20 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | The Guest House at Turn 20 | | Ticket Category | hospitality | | Category Label | Hospitality | | Sector Or Turn | Turn 20 · Main-straight end | | Covered Roof | partial | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | yes | | Price Tier | vip | | Best For Badge | Final-corner hospitality | | View Highlights | Enjoy Turn 20 hospitality with an air-conditioned lounge and shaded terrace. | | Trade Off | Confirm the entrance for this new venue before travelling. | | Verdict Note | Enjoy Turn 20 hospitality with an air-conditioned lounge and shaded terrace. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Grand Plaza side; follow your host’s entry instructions. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | GH | -97.643053 | 30.134855 | 0 | -24 | ### Champions Club | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Champions Club | | Ticket Category | hospitality | | Category Label | Hospitality | | Sector Or Turn | Main straight · Trackside hospitality | | Covered Roof | partial | | Overtaking Rating | medium | | Podium Or Pit View | yes | | Price Tier | vip | | Best For Badge | Main-straight hospitality | | View Highlights | Combine a reserved grandstand seat with an air-conditioned hospitality venue. | | Trade Off | The outdoor terrace is partly covered. | | Verdict Note | Combine a reserved grandstand seat with an air-conditioned hospitality venue. | | Geometry Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2025-USGP-Fan-Guide-Map.jpg]() | | Screen Source Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/wp-content/uploads/2026-COTA-Map\_Grandstand.jpg]() | | Access Summary | Main Grandstand side; follow your host’s entry instructions. | #### Map Locations | Label | Longitude | Latitude | Label Dx | Label Dy | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | CC | -97.639499 | 30.131172 | 0 | -24 | ## Grandstand Scenarios ### Grandstand Scenarios 1 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Pit and grid overview | #### Stand Ids - austin-main-upper-club ### Grandstand Scenarios 2 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Covered pit-straight seating | #### Stand Ids - austin-main-mezzanine ### Grandstand Scenarios 3 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Lower-level grid views | #### Stand Ids - austin-main-lower ### Grandstand Scenarios 4 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Close main-straight action | #### Stand Ids - austin-main-lower-trackside ### Grandstand Scenarios 5 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | First-corner battles | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-grandstand ### Grandstand Scenarios 6 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Covered esses views | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-grandstand ### Grandstand Scenarios 7 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Close esses action | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-lower ### Grandstand Scenarios 8 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Far-side overview | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-9-grandstand ### Grandstand Scenarios 9 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Heavy-braking overtakes | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-12-grandstand ### Grandstand Scenarios 10 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Multi-corner racing | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-15-grandstand ### Grandstand Scenarios 11 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Covered final-sector views | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-19-grandstand ### Grandstand Scenarios 12 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Final-sector proximity | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-19-lower ### Grandstand Scenarios 13 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Hilltop general admission | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-ga-hill ### Grandstand Scenarios 14 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Esses-entry general admission | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-2-3-ga ### Grandstand Scenarios 15 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Fast-direction-change views | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-6-7-ga ### Grandstand Scenarios 16 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Infield general admission | #### Stand Ids - austin-infield-ga ### Grandstand Scenarios 17 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Hairpin general admission | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-10-11-ga ### Grandstand Scenarios 18 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Stadium-exit general admission | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-16-ga ### Grandstand Scenarios 19 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Grand Plaza general admission | #### Stand Ids - austin-turn-19-20-ga-hill ### Grandstand Scenarios 20 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Pit-building hospitality | #### Stand Ids - austin-paddock-club ### Grandstand Scenarios 21 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Stadium hospitality | #### Stand Ids - austin-club-si ### Grandstand Scenarios 22 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Esses hospitality | #### Stand Ids - austin-terrace-turn-6 ### Grandstand Scenarios 23 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Final-corner hospitality | #### Stand Ids - austin-guest-house-turn-20 ### Grandstand Scenarios 24 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scenario | Main-straight hospitality | #### Stand Ids - austin-champions-club-main ## Circuit information ### Sector Profile | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Status | mapped-from-official-boundaries | | Source Edition | 2025 | | Published Lap Km | 5.513 | #### Boundaries | After Sector | Turn | Relation | Offset M | Label | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | 7 | before | 55 | 55 m before Turn 7 | | 2 | 13 | before | 65 | 65 m before Turn 13 | ### Corners #### Turn 1 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 1 | | Name | Turn 1 | | Latitude | 30.130031 | | Longitude | -97.636905 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The iconic uphill hairpin, with a very wide entry and several possible lines under braking. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 2 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 2 | | Name | Turn 2 | | Latitude | 30.131944 | | Longitude | -97.637313 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A fast downhill right where the lap accelerates away from the Turn 1 crest. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 3 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 3 | | Name | Turn 3 | | Latitude | 30.133613 | | Longitude | -97.635118 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The opening change of direction in COTA’s rapid first-sector sequence. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 4 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 4 | | Name | Turn 4 | | Latitude | 30.134315 | | Longitude | -97.634703 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The esses continue at speed, rewarding an accurate line rather than a single dramatic braking point. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 5 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 5 | | Name | Turn 5 | | Latitude | 30.135032 | | Longitude | -97.633727 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A fast commitment corner in the sequence inspired by classic high-speed Formula One sections. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 6 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 6 | | Name | Turn 6 | | Latitude | 30.13621 | | Longitude | -97.632525 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The final major direction change before the lap transitions from speed into the tighter infield. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 7 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 7 | | Name | Turn 7 | | Latitude | 30.135744 | | Longitude | -97.631099 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The first FIA timing sector ends 55 metres before this technical infield corner. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 8 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 8 | | Name | Turn 8 | | Latitude | 30.136644 | | Longitude | -97.629672 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A compact left in the slower sequence leading toward the far side of the circuit. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 9 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 9 | | Name | Turn 9 | | Latitude | 30.136168 | | Longitude | -97.628915 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A short right-hand transition where exit placement begins to matter for Turn 10. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 10 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 10 | | Name | Turn 10 | | Latitude | 30.137704 | | Longitude | -97.625872 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A fast kink before the heavy braking zone at the end of this part of the lap. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 11 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 11 | | Name | Turn 11 | | Latitude | 30.139326 | | Longitude | -97.624458 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A tight hairpin that prioritises traction onto COTA’s long back straight. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 12 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 12 | | Name | Turn 12 | | Latitude | 30.13729 | | Longitude | -97.636645 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The major overtaking stop at the end of the back straight and entry to the stadium section. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 13 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 13 | | Name | Turn 13 | | Latitude | 30.135734 | | Longitude | -97.635413 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The second FIA timing sector ends 65 metres before this opening stadium corner. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 14 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 14 | | Name | Turn 14 | | Latitude | 30.135984 | | Longitude | -97.636591 | | Direction | right | | Detail | A short linking corner that keeps the car loaded through the compact stadium complex. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 15 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 15 | | Name | Turn 15 | | Latitude | 30.136474 | | Longitude | -97.637787 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The tightest part of the stadium sequence and another realistic overtaking opportunity. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 16 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 16 | | Name | Turn 16 | | Latitude | 30.13481 | | Longitude | -97.636775 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The beginning of the long multi-apex right wrapping around the observation tower. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 17 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 17 | | Name | Turn 17 | | Latitude | 30.133679 | | Longitude | -97.638533 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The middle of the sustained right-hand arc, where speed builds while the car remains loaded. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 18 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 18 | | Name | Turn 18 | | Latitude | 30.133976 | | Longitude | -97.639237 | | Direction | right | | Detail | The final phase of the long right, releasing the car toward the closing corners. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 19 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 19 | | Name | Turn 19 | | Latitude | 30.135527 | | Longitude | -97.6408 | | Direction | left | | Detail | A fast left where track limits and exit placement can shape the run to the final corner. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | #### Turn 20 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Turn | 20 | | Name | Turn 20 | | Latitude | 30.134419 | | Longitude | -97.643463 | | Direction | left | | Detail | The final left-hander, linking the technical lap back onto the start-and-finish straight. | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | ### Circuit Source | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Geometry Licence | MIT | | Fia Map | [https://www.fia.com/system/files/decision-document/2025\_united\_states\_grand\_prix\_-\_event\_notes\_-\_circuit\_map\_pit\_lane\_drawing\_emergency\_exits\_map\_quarantine\_zone\_map\_red\_zones\_map.pdf]() | | Formula One Guide | [https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2026/united-states]() | | Coordinate Status | geometry-aligned map annotation | ## Tickets and hospitality | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Destination Slug | austin-f1 | | Edition Year | 2026 | | Timezone | America/Chicago | | Currency | USD | | Access Reviewed On | 2026-10-13 | ### Event Dates - 2026-10-22 - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ### Coverage | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scope | COTA public 2026 admission, reserved seats, named hospitality, bundles and concert upgrades; F1 Experiences Champions Club already mapped in this guide. | | Live Inventory Checked | No | | Checkout Checked | No | ### Policies #### Transport | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Text | Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. | ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - shuttles #### Thursday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Text | Eligible three-day race and hospitality buyers purchasing directly from COTA can claim a separate free Thursday ticket. | ##### Source Refs - grand-prixview-thursday #### Concerts | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Text | Use a race ticket valid for the concert day. Concert upgrades alone do not include race admission. | ##### Source Refs - f1-single-day - upgrades ### Products #### Main Grandstand · Club | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand · Club | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Watch the start and pit activity from Club-level seating. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Main Grandstand · Club | ##### Stand Ids - austin-main-upper-club ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 2030.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Main Grandstand · Mezzanine | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand · Mezzanine | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Choose covered seating overlooking the main straight. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Main Grandstand · Mezzanine | ##### Stand Ids - austin-main-mezzanine ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 2030.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Main Grandstand · Lower | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand · Lower | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Sit close to the main-straight action in the lower grandstand. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Main Grandstand · Lower | ##### Stand Ids - austin-main-lower ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1567.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Main Grandstand · Trackside | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Main Grandstand · Trackside | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Follow the grid and main-straight action from trackside seating. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Main Grandstand · Trackside | ##### Stand Ids - austin-main-lower-trackside ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1309.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 1 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 1 | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Watch the field climb into the opening corner. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 1 | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-grandstand ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Upper · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Upper · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk1]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1464.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Middle · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Middle · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk1]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1361.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Lower · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Lower · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk1]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1206.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 4 · Upper covered | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 4 · Upper covered | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Watch the esses from the covered upper section. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 4 · Upper covered | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-grandstand ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=NDA1]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 949.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 4 · Lower | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 4 · Lower | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Follow the fast changes of direction from lower-level seating. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 4 · Lower | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-4-lower ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=NDA1]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 712.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 9 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 9 | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Choose bleacher seating beside the fast first sector. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 9 | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-9-grandstand ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Upper · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Upper · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk3]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 635.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Lower · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Lower · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk3]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 604.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 12 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 12 | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Watch late braking at the end of the back straight from the bleachers. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 12 | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-12-grandstand ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Upper · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Upper · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk5]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 846.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Middle · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Middle · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk5]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 764.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Lower · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Lower · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=Mzk5]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 661.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 15 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 15 | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Follow several corners through the stadium section. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 15 | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-15-grandstand ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Upper · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Upper · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=NDAx]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1412.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Middle · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Middle · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=NDAx]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1206.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Lower · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Lower · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=NDAx]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 1001.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 19 · Upper covered | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 19 · Upper covered | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Choose covered upper seating near the final corners. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 19 · Upper covered | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-19-grandstand ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 820.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Turn 19 · Lower | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Turn 19 · Lower | | Category | grandstand | | Summary | Watch the final sector from the lower section. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Turn 19 · Lower | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-19-lower ##### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat for Friday–Sunday - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. - Check the section, row and level before buying. ##### Offers ###### Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Three-day seat · Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1 ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 635.5 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### General Admission · three-day grounds pass | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | General Admission · three-day grounds pass | | Category | general-admission | | Summary | Explore the circuit’s general-admission viewing banks without a reserved seat. | | Guide Tier | budget | | Zone | General Admission · three-day grounds pass | ##### Stand Ids - austin-turn-1-ga-hill - austin-turn-2-3-ga - austin-turn-6-7-ga - austin-infield-ga - austin-turn-10-11-ga - austin-turn-16-ga - austin-turn-19-20-ga-hill ##### Source Refs - ga - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Friday and Saturday tickets include festival-lawn access to that day’s headline concert. ##### Restrictions - Three-day wristbands are non-transferable. - No reserved seat. - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/2026-f1usgp-ga]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - ga ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | #### Grand PrixView Thursday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Grand PrixView Thursday | | Category | bundle | | Summary | Explore the fan zones, F1 Academy paddock and Thursday pit lane walk. | | Zone | Grand PrixView Thursday | ##### Source Refs - grand-prixview-thursday ##### Inclusions - Thursday F1 Academy paddock access - Thursday F1 pit lane walk - Fan zones and villages ##### Restrictions - Thursday only; no Friday–Sunday race admission. - COTALAND admission is sold separately. - Arrange Thursday transport separately; race-weekend shuttle hours do not establish Thursday service. ##### Offers ###### Thursday admission | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Thursday admission | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/3A0064ADA0799FBD]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-22 ###### Source Refs - grand-prixview-thursday ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 20 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Free claim for eligible three-day buyers | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Free claim for eligible three-day buyers | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/2026-f1-us-grandprixview]() | | Requires Eligibility | Yes | | Eligibility | For holders of three-day race or hospitality tickets bought directly from COTA. Claim the separate Thursday ticket before attending. | ###### Dates - 2026-10-22 ###### Source Refs - grand-prixview-thursday ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 0 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | fixed | | Unit | per-person | #### Single-day admission · choose your viewing area | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Single-day admission · choose your viewing area | | Category | bundle | | Summary | Choose Friday practice, Saturday qualifying or Sunday’s Grand Prix, then select your seat or admission type with the seller. | | Zone | Single-day admission · choose your viewing area | ##### Source Refs - f1-single-day ##### Restrictions - Admission applies only to the selected day. - Your exact viewing area and price depend on the ticket chosen with the seller. - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. ##### Offers ###### Friday · practice and Maroon 5 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday · practice and Maroon 5 | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://www.ticketmaster.com/2026-formula-1-msc-cruises-usgp-austin-texas-10-23-2026/event/3A00642D96CF56D7?brand=cota]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 ###### Source Refs - f1-single-day ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | ###### Inclusions - Friday concert general admission ###### Saturday · qualifying and Post Malone | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Saturday · qualifying and Post Malone | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://www.ticketmaster.com/2026-formula-1-msc-cruises-usgp-austin-texas-10-24-2026/event/3A00642D96C856BF?brand=cota]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-24 ###### Source Refs - f1-single-day ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | ###### Inclusions - Saturday concert general admission ###### Sunday · race and Alesso | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Sunday · race and Alesso | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/3A00642D96C356B5?brand=cota]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - f1-single-day ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | ###### Inclusions - Sunday concert general admission ##### Advertised Prices ###### Single-day admission · choose your viewing area — Advertised Prices 1 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scope | 2026-10-23-day-minimum-before-viewing-area-selection | ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 109.13 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Source Refs - f1-single-day ###### Single-day admission · choose your viewing area — Advertised Prices 2 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scope | 2026-10-24-day-minimum-before-viewing-area-selection | ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 271.6 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Source Refs - f1-single-day ###### Single-day admission · choose your viewing area — Advertised Prices 3 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Scope | 2026-10-25-day-minimum-before-viewing-area-selection | ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 249 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | ###### Source Refs - f1-single-day #### Flex Pass | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Flex Pass | | Category | bundle | | Summary | Use a different selected grandstand on each race day. | | Zone | Flex Pass | ##### Source Refs - f1-flex-pass ##### Restrictions - Use the daily seating assignments on your purchased pass. - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | | Booking Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/ticket/f1-flex-pass/]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - f1-flex-pass ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 722.65 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### Atlassian Williams F1 Team package | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Atlassian Williams F1 Team package | | Category | bundle | | Summary | Join Williams supporters in Turn 4 sections 1 and 2. | | Guide Tier | mid | | Zone | Atlassian Williams F1 Team package | ##### Source Refs - williams-package ##### Inclusions - 2026 New Era team cap and team flag - 25% merchandise discount at the Williams Austin Fan Zone - Driver-meeting sweepstakes entry ##### Restrictions - A driver meeting is a prize opportunity, not guaranteed access. - Confirm the level and exact seat with the seller; covered seating is not promised. - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday · Turn 4 sections 1–2 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday · Turn 4 sections 1–2 | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/ism/MjZGMQ==?promoCode=V0lMTElBTVM=]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - williams-package ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 747 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | from | | Unit | per-person | #### The Guest House at Turn 20 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | The Guest House at Turn 20 | | Category | hospitality | | Summary | Enjoy dining, an open bar and a shaded rooftop terrace overlooking the final sector. | | Guide Tier | vip | | Zone | The Guest House at Turn 20 | ##### Stand Ids - austin-guest-house-turn-20 ##### Source Refs - turn-20-hospitality - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Climate-controlled hospitality - Friday and Saturday on-track concert upgrade - Unlimited three-day COTALAND ride wristband ##### Restrictions - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/en/buy/2026-f1-guesthouse]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - turn-20-hospitality ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | #### The Terrace at Turn 6 | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | The Terrace at Turn 6 | | Category | hospitality | | Summary | Watch the esses from a reserved seat with a shaded, open-air hospitality lounge. | | Guide Tier | vip | | Zone | The Terrace at Turn 6 | ##### Stand Ids - austin-terrace-turn-6 ##### Source Refs - the-terrace - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Reserved seat - Food and non-alcoholic drinks - Super Stage on-track standing upgrade on the ticket’s concert day ##### Restrictions - Alcohol, premium parking and dedicated concert entry cost extra. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/buy/quickbuy?id=NDIx]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - the-terrace ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | ###### Single day · select with seller | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Single day · select with seller | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/promotional-page?id=NDI1]() | | Date Selection Required | Yes | ###### Source Refs - the-terrace ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | ###### Restrictions - Confirm the available day, price and that day’s concert entitlement before buying. #### Club SI | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Club SI | | Category | hospitality | | Summary | Enjoy food, drinks and a two-level hospitality lounge overlooking Turns 12–15. | | Guide Tier | vip | | Zone | Club SI | ##### Stand Ids - austin-club-si ##### Source Refs - club-si - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 - club-si-arrival-2026 ##### Inclusions - Climate-controlled interior and shaded exterior - Food and drinks - Gate 14 venue entry - Friday and Saturday on-track concert upgrade ##### Restrictions - Contact COTA for current availability and package terms. - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday | | Availability | inquiry | | Booking Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/ticket/club-si/]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - club-si ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | on-request | | Unit | per-person | #### Paddock Club · Club Suite | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Paddock Club · Club Suite | | Category | hospitality | | Summary | Follow the grid and pit lane from a suite above the team garages. | | Guide Tier | vip | | Zone | Paddock Club · Club Suite | ##### Stand Ids - austin-paddock-club ##### Source Refs - paddock-club - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Climate-controlled suite - Food and open bar - Daily Paddock Club pit lane walk - Track tour and F1 ambassador interviews ##### Restrictions - Contact COTA about the waitlist and availability. - Programming is subject to availability and change. - Parking allocation depends on the number of tickets ordered; confirm your entitlement. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday | | Availability | inquiry | | Booking Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/ticket/paddock-club/]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - paddock-club ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | on-request | | Unit | per-person | #### Champions Club · three days | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Champions Club · three days | | Category | hospitality | | Summary | Combine a main-straight grandstand seat with Champions Club hospitality. | | Guide Tier | vip | | Zone | Champions Club · three days | ##### Stand Ids - austin-champions-club-main ##### Source Refs - champions - fan-map-2026-r6 - arrival-guide-2026 ##### Inclusions - Friday–Sunday grandstand and hospitality - Food and open bar - Grid walk and trophy photo on an assigned Friday or Saturday - One guided paddock tour at an assigned time - Saturday–Sunday insider appearances ##### Restrictions - The provider assigns the tour and photo sessions; a driver meeting is not guaranteed. - Programming may change. - Parking and shuttle passes are separate unless your booking expressly includes them. ##### Offers ###### Friday–Sunday | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Friday–Sunday | | Availability | sold-out | | Booking Url | [https://f1experiences.com/2026-united-states-grand-prix/champions-club-3-days]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - champions ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | #### Private hospitality | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Private hospitality | | Category | hospitality | | Summary | Ask COTA about a private suite, loge or cabana for your group. | | Guide Tier | vip | | Zone | Private hospitality | ##### Source Refs - f1-hospitality ##### Inclusions - VIP parking as specified in your package - Priority to purchase concert upgrades ##### Restrictions - Venue, dates, capacity and final inclusions depend on your quote. - Concert upgrade priority does not include the upgrade itself. ##### Offers ###### Request dates and a group package | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Request dates and a group package | | Availability | inquiry | | Booking Url | [https://circuitoftheamericas.com/ticket/f1-hospitality/]() | | Date Selection Required | Yes | ###### Source Refs - f1-hospitality ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | on-request | | Unit | suite | #### Maroon 5 · floor upgrade | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Maroon 5 · floor upgrade | | Category | afterparty | | Summary | Upgrade your concert access on the selected day. | | Zone | Maroon 5 · floor upgrade | ##### Source Refs - upgrades ##### Restrictions - Requires a separate F1 race ticket valid on the concert day. - This upgrade does not grant race admission. - Check your hospitality inclusions before buying an upgrade twice. ##### Offers ###### Concert upgrade only | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Concert upgrade only | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/en/buy/2026-f1-superstage]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-23 ###### Source Refs - upgrades ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Amount | 89 | | Currency | USD | | Kind | fixed | | Unit | per-person | | Fees Included | Yes | #### Post Malone · floor upgrade | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Post Malone · floor upgrade | | Category | afterparty | | Summary | Upgrade your concert access on the selected day. | | Zone | Post Malone · floor upgrade | ##### Source Refs - upgrades ##### Restrictions - Requires a separate F1 race ticket valid on the concert day. - This upgrade does not grant race admission. - Check your hospitality inclusions before buying an upgrade twice. ##### Offers ###### Concert upgrade only | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Concert upgrade only | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/en/buy/2026-f1-superstage]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-24 ###### Source Refs - upgrades ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | #### Post Malone · premium upgrade | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Post Malone · premium upgrade | | Category | afterparty | | Summary | Upgrade your concert access on the selected day. | | Zone | Post Malone · premium upgrade | ##### Source Refs - upgrades ##### Restrictions - Requires a separate F1 race ticket valid on the concert day. - This upgrade does not grant race admission. - Check your hospitality inclusions before buying an upgrade twice. ##### Offers ###### Concert upgrade only | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Concert upgrade only | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/en/buy/2026-f1-superstage]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-24 ###### Source Refs - upgrades ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | #### Alesso · floor upgrade | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Alesso · floor upgrade | | Category | afterparty | | Summary | Upgrade your concert access on the selected day. | | Zone | Alesso · floor upgrade | ##### Source Refs - upgrades ##### Restrictions - Requires a separate F1 race ticket valid on the concert day. - This upgrade does not grant race admission. - Check your hospitality inclusions before buying an upgrade twice. ##### Offers ###### Concert upgrade only | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Concert upgrade only | | Availability | listed | | Booking Url | [https://am.ticketmaster.com/cota/en/buy/2026-f1-superstage]() | ###### Dates - 2026-10-25 ###### Source Refs - upgrades ###### Price | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | USD | | Kind | unpublished | | Unit | per-person | ## Bags and entry conditions | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Circuit Name | Circuit of the Americas (COTA) | | City | Austin | | Country | United States | | Security Tier | Major US Motorsport Standard | ### Bag Dimensions | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Max Imperial | 12" x 12" x 20" (Backpack) or 12" x 6" x 12" (Clear Bag) | | Clear Bag Required | No | | Soft Sided Only | Yes | | Wheeled Luggage Allowed | No | ### Water And Liquids | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Max Water Volume | One factory-sealed plastic water bottle up to 20 oz (0.6L) or one empty non-metal container up to 32 oz. | | Outside Alcohol Allowed | No | | Outside Food Allowed | No | | Aerosols Allowed | No | ### Electronics And Gear | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Max Lens Length | Detachable lenses exceeding 10 inches (25 cm) prohibited without media credentials. | | Tripods And Monopods | No | | Selfie Sticks Allowed | No | | Power Bank Limit | Max 20,000 mAh. | ### Comfort And Seating | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Seat Cushions Allowed | Yes | | Umbrella Rules | Small personal umbrellas allowed; large beach/golf umbrellas, tents, and canopies are strictly banned. | ### Fan Gear And Flags | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Musical Instruments | No | ### Vape And Smoking Policy | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Vapes Allowed | Yes | | Legal Warning | Bottles of replacement vape e-liquid are prohibited at gates. Vaping prohibited in all grandstands. | | Designated Smoking Areas | Permitted in designated open lawn zones. | ### Storage And Lockers | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | On Site Lockers | No | ## Journey Order - Country / international arrival - Airport or station to city / accommodation - City to circuit transport stop - Ticket-valid gate - Gate to eligible grandstand or viewing area ## Journey Policy - Journey Policy: Join the published gate, stop and stand IDs. Preserve ticket-zone restrictions, accessible-route notes, operating dates and estimated-walk labels. Unconnected stages remain unknown; do not invent transfer times or access rights. ## Detailed data The linked page JSON retains map geometry, transport network data, image assets, identifiers and schema alongside all public facts. ## Sources and editorial notes - [COTA · ticket products]() - [COTA · 2026 shuttles; Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [COTA · 2026 parking and arrival map; Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Transit Stops — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Transit Links — Source Url]() - [COTA · 2026 arrival guide; Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Transit Stops — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Gate Opening Hours — Source Url; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [COTA · 2026 fan map; Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Gates — Source Url; Main Grandstand entrance — Source Url; Turn 1 entrance — Source Url; Turns 3–5 entrance — Source Url; Turn 6 entrance — Source Url; Turn 11 entrance — Source Url; Grand Plaza entrance — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Walking Routes — Source Url; Main Grandstand concourse approach — Source Url; Turn 1 concourse approach — Source Url; Turns 3–5 concourse approach — Source Url; Turn 6 concourse approach — Source Url; Turn 11 concourse approach — Source Url; Grand Plaza concourse approach — Source Url; Gate 14 concourse approach — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Approaches — Source Url; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [COTA · reserved seating and suggested parking; Gates and access — Source Urls; Grandstand comparisons — Source Url; Main Grandstand — Club — Source Url; Main Grandstand — Mezzanine (covered) — Source Url; Main Grandstand — Lower — Source Url; Main Grandstand — Trackside — Source Url; Turn 1 Grandstand — Source Url; Turn 4 Grandstand — Upper (covered) — Source Url; Turn 4 Grandstand — Lower — Source Url; Turn 9 Bleachers — Source Url; Turn 12 Bleachers — Source Url; Turn 15 Grandstand — Source Url; Turn 19 Grandstand — Upper (covered) — Source Url; Turn 19 Grandstand — Lower — Source Url; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [COTA · Williams package; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Complete page sections — Sector Profile — Source; Circuit information — Sector Profile — Source]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Gates — Source Url; Gate 14 · Club SI — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Assignments — Source Url; Gates and access — Access Map — Ticket Assignments 1 — Source Url; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls; Grandstand comparisons — Source Url; Formula 1 Paddock Club — Source Url; Club SI — Source Url; The Terrace at Turn 6 — Source Url; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Grandstand comparisons — Source Url; The Guest House at Turn 20 — Source Url; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Grandstand comparisons — Source Url; Champions Club — Source Url; Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls; Gates and access — Access Map — Source Urls]() - [Gates and access — Source Urls]() - [Grandstand comparisons — Source Url; Turn 1 GA banks — Source Url; Turns 2–3 GA banks — Source Url; Turns 6–7 GA bank — Source Url; Back-straight infield GA — Source Url; Turns 10–11 GA bank — Source Url; Turn 16 GA bank — Source Url; Turns 18–19 GA bank — Source Url]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - [Tickets and hospitality — Sources]() - Complete page sections — Briefings — Reviewed On: 2026-10-12 - Complete page sections — Briefings — Reviewed On: 2026-10-13 - Choose your admission days, then your view — Reviewed On: 2026-10-12 - Match the final approach to your ticket — Reviewed On: 2026-10-13 - Complete page sections — Circuit Source — Checked On: 2026-09-02 - Gates and access — Last Verified: 2026-10-13 - Gates and access — Map Status: Approximate viewing areas and 2026 entrances. Select your ticket for a recommended approach; Club SI uses exclusive Gate 14. - Gates and access — Access Map — Last Verified: 2026-10-13 - Grandstand comparisons — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Main Grandstand — Club — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Main Grandstand — Mezzanine (covered) — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Main Grandstand — Lower — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Main Grandstand — Trackside — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 1 Grandstand — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 4 Grandstand — Upper (covered) — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 4 Grandstand — Lower — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 9 Bleachers — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 12 Bleachers — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 15 Grandstand — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 19 Grandstand — Upper (covered) — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 19 Grandstand — Lower — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 1 GA banks — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turns 2–3 GA banks — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turns 6–7 GA bank — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Back-straight infield GA — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turns 10–11 GA bank — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turn 16 GA bank — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Turns 18–19 GA bank — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Formula 1 Paddock Club — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Club SI — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - The Terrace at Turn 6 — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - The Guest House at Turn 20 — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Champions Club — Location Confidence: Approximate location. - Grandstand Scenarios — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 1 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 2 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 3 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 4 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 5 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 6 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 7 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 8 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 9 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 10 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 11 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 12 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 13 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 14 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 15 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 16 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 17 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 18 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 19 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 20 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 21 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 22 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 23 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Grandstand Scenarios 24 — Basis: Published bestForBadge; no new ranking inferred. - Circuit information — Circuit Source — Checked On: 2026-09-02 - Tickets and hospitality — Reviewed On: 2026-10-12 - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Publisher: Circuit of The Americas - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Reviewed On: 2026-10-12 - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-grand-prixview-thursday.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-grandstands-and-reserved-seating-f1.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-f1-single-day.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-f1-flex-pass.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-williams-package.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-f1-hospitality.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-turn-20-hospitality.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-paddock-club.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-the-terrace.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-club-si.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-shuttles.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Publisher: COTA / Ticketmaster - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-ga.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-upgrades.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Publisher: F1 Experiences - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-2026-10-12-champions.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Reviewed On: 2026-10-13 - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-fan-map-2026-r6.jpg - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-access-2026-10-13-arrival-guide.json - Tickets and hospitality — Sources — Raw File: .firecrawl/austin-access-2026-10-13-club-si.json ## Guide and hub links - [Austin F1 Guide 2026: The Insider’s USGP & COTA Playbook](https://above.guide/austin-f1/index.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1) ### Related pages linked from this page - [Austin F1 Camping 2026: COTA Lot N & Premium RV](https://above.guide/austin-f1/camping.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1/camping) - [Getting to COTA 2026: Shuttles, Parking & Return Travel](https://above.guide/austin-f1/getting-to-austin.md): [Web page](https://above.guide/austin-f1/getting-to-austin) ## Related machine-readable resources - [All Above Guide destinations](https://above.guide/llms.txt) - [Guide index](https://above.guide/austin-f1/llms.txt) - [Complete guide bundle](https://above.guide/austin-f1/llms-full.txt) - [Manifest](https://above.guide/austin-f1/ai/manifest.json)