Formula 1 Hospitality: how to watch the biggest races in luxurious style

Formula 1 is the definition of luxury. It has attracted some of the biggest names in business and the corporate world for decades. It’s only right, then, that the hospitality offerings are amongst some of the most luxurious in the sporting world.

While hospitality tickets often get you unrivalled views of the race, it’s about so much more than that. Fans are treated to an indulgent weekend of food, drink, entertainment and insider access. This is how Grand Prix are intended to be experienced.

And for fans of certain teams like McLaren or Red Bull Racing, you can show your devotion with a weekend in their company. With exclusive driver appearances and insight into how a Formula 1 team operates, you’ll come away with more than just great memories from an unmissable race.

Find out about the different hospitality packages on offer this season, including Formula 1 Paddock Club, below.

Formula 1 hospitality options in 2021

Formula 1 Paddock Club

For over 30 years, Formula One Paddock Club has been at the forefront of corporate race hospitality. From unrivalled views of the circuit to premier service all weekend, this is the way to experience F1 in style.

At most races, fans in Paddock Club get a privileged view from above the pit lane. Before the race, you’ll be in prime position to soak up the atmosphere as the teams prepare their cars for the race. It’s a great spot to look out for the celebs and ex-drivers who may be wandering along the grid. Supporters can also peer over into the garages of the F1 teams and keep an eye on all-important pitstops. And of course, you’ll hear the cheers from the stands for the chequered flag moment.

However, the race experience is only half the Paddock Club story. Throughout the Grand Prix weekend, guests have exclusive access around the track. Pit lane tours across the weekend get you up close and personal with the machines. Paddock tours take you into the heart of the Formula 1 beast, and see how teams tick over during a race weekend, and truck tours of the circuit give you a unique perspective of the circuit only the drivers can better. While there are plenty of opportunities to snap the perfect selfie, the Grid Photo experience will see you pose with the F1 Championship trophies for a once-in-a-lifetime shot.

But away from the circuit, Paddock Club is a luxurious way to spend a weekend. Hospitality is first-class and includes: an open bar with champagne, fine wine and unlimited refreshments; coffee, team, and pastries; and a gourmet lunch throughout the weekend.

Formula One Paddock Club is currently available at the following races:

COVID-19 information: During the 2021 season, the F1 Paddock and Paddock Club will be kept separate, to ensure the teams to not mix bubbles. For that reason, Pit Walks will not be conducted in 2021. There are also enhanced measures in place, such as COVID testing for all guests, a track and trace system in place, ramped-up cleaning procedures and social distancing enforced throughout.

McLaren F1 Experience

The McLaren F1 Experience gives you everything you’d expect from hospitality, with an added touch of Papaya. You’ll have exclusive access to the McLaren garage, personnel and more.

You’ll get the same great views over the pits, exemplary hospitality, and experiences as Paddock Club. However, McLaren will occupy tables or a private suite in the Paddock Club area, so you’ll be rubbing shoulders with the team’s biggest fans. Before you leave, you’ll receive an special McLaren gift bag with team merchandise as a memento of your experience.

Throughout the weekend, there’ll be special appearances from drivers, team members and F1 legends, offering you the opportunity to ask your favourite driver a burning question. Then, during the race, you’ll have access to the data from the pit wall and can listen in to McLaren team radio, so you don’t miss a beat. This is the closest you can get to the team without being a McLaren employee, and an unforgettable experience for fans.

COVID-19 information: During the 2021 season, interviews will take place through the two-way Pit Link system. To ensure the F1 team and Paddock Club bubbles don’t mix, live interviews from the garage will be broadcast to Paddock Club exclusively.

Red Bull Paddock Club

Red Bull are another team to take you to the heart of their garage. Fans are hosted by the Bull’s dedicated hospitality team as you enjoy the race from above the start/finish straight. You’ll be positioned directly over the Red Bull garage, so you can witness the record-breaking pit crew in all their glory.

As well as the Formula 1 Paddock Club experience, the team will take you behind the scenes. Big screens will allow you to follow the action with data from the pit wall, and you’ll glean insight throughout the race from team radio. Throughout the weekend, the team will broadcast Pit Links from the garage to Paddock Club spectators, with Driver and Team interviews.

What’s more, the excellent hospitality offering here includes Red Bull Cocktails for an extra hit of energy.

COVID-19 information: Each ticket-holder has access to a garage tour at an allotted time over race weekend, which can be booked in with the team host upon arrival to the Red Bull Racing Paddock Club Suite. Please note that whilst every effort is made to provide tours, Red Bull Racing reserve the right to cancel them if required. Red Bull Racing always endeavour to bring F1 Driver & Team appearances into the suite on Saturday or Sunday for a Q&A and signing session if time. On some occasions they may have to cancel appearances due to unforeseen circumstances.

Race-specific packages

Here at Motorsport Tickets, we offer a range of bespoke packages for certain races.

At Monaco, a range of hospitality packages put you at the heart of the Grand Prix experience. Harbour Club’s Fairmont Spa offering includes unrivalled views of the circuit’s iconic hairpin, and includes a meal from world-famous chefs. Club F1’s Gold Package is located above turn 1 at Sainte Devote, with terraces overlooking the circuit. Or, for something a bit special, you can watch the race from a yacht in Monaco’s harbour. Moored just feet from the track, you’ll get a unique view of the race, a gourmet lunch and an appearance from an F1 celebrity.

At the home of Formula 1 – Silverstone and the British Grand Prix – the Silverstone Live package is popular amongst fans. Between Maggotts and the Wellington Straight, you’ll have views of six of the circuit’s iconic turns. There will be a raceday Q&A with an F1 celebrity, fully licensed bar, all-day grazing menu, cocktail bar, and more.