Grandstand guide
Starter Package - Apex 1 - Hungaroring Grandstand Guide
Our verdict
Starter Package - Apex 1 best suits final corner and race setup.
- Video wall
- Numbered seat
Starter Package - Apex 1 highlighted; other sections in grey.
The Starter Package, Apex 1 is a numbered-seat grandstand positioned at Turn 14, the final corner of the Hungaroring circuit. It offers a focused view of the apex and exit of this critical overtaking setup zone leading into the main straight. Your package includes a guided track tour, access to the Championship Trophy, a pit lane walk, and an invitation-only Thursday event to begin your Grand Prix weekend.
What is the view like from Apex 1 at the Hungaroring?
Apex 1 is a grandstand with numbered seating positioned directly at Turn 14, the final corner of the Hungaroring. From your seat, you gain a focused view of the apex and exit of this critical corner, where drivers brake hard and position themselves for the overtaking opportunity into Turn 1. The start/finish straight is also visible from this vantage point, allowing you to see how drivers capitalise on their setup through the final sector.
The Starter Package includes more than just race-day viewing. Your ticket grants you access to a guided track tour, the Championship Trophy, and a pit lane walk during Thursday's invitation-only opening event. This gives you the chance to explore the circuit and meet the paddock before the main Grand Prix action begins on Friday.
Why Turn 14 matters
Turn 14 is strategically important at the Hungaroring. As the final corner before the main straight, how a driver exits here determines their speed into Turn 1 and their potential to overtake. Watching this corner unfold lap after lap reveals the setup choices and racecraft that decide positions in the opening laps and beyond.
Starter Package - Apex 1 vs other Hungaroring grandstands
How Starter Package - Apex 1 compares to the other main F1 grandstands at Hungaroring, so you can decide where to sit before you book.
| Grandstand | Covered | Numbered seat | Big screen | Seats together | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starter Package - Apex 1You're viewing | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 6 | Final corner and race setup |
| 3 Corner Gold 1 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| 3 Corner Silver 1 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| 3 Corner Silver 5 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| 3 Corner Super Gold | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| Apex 2 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| Chicane 3 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| Grand Prix 1 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| Grid 1 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| Grid 3 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| Hungaroring Platinum | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
| Starter Package - Grid 3 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | Starting grid views |
| T1 | No | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | No |
Frequently asked questions
What corners can I see from Apex 1?+
From Apex 1, you have a focused view of Turn 14, the final corner of the circuit, including its apex and exit. You can also see the start/finish straight, which lets you observe how drivers' corner speed carries through into the opening lap battles.
Do I get a numbered seat?+
Yes, the Starter Package, Apex 1 offers numbered seating, so your position is reserved and confirmed in advance.
Is there a video screen at Apex 1?+
Yes, a big screen is available at this grandstand to help you follow the race and catch moments elsewhere on the circuit.
What is included with the Starter Package?+
The package includes an invitation-only Thursday event, a guided track tour, access to the Championship Trophy, and a pit lane walk. These activities take place before the main Grand Prix weekend begins.
When do the Starter Package activities happen?+
The invitation-only event and all included activities (track tour, trophy access, pit lane walk) take place on Thursday afternoon or evening at the start of your Grand Prix weekend.
Why is Turn 14 a good spot to watch?+
Turn 14 is the critical final corner where drivers set up for overtaking into Turn 1. It is where race strategy and racecraft are revealed lap after lap, making it an excellent vantage point for understanding how the race unfolds.
