Grandstand guide
Second Variant (33B) - Autodromo Nazionale Monza Grandstand Guide
Our verdict
Second Variant (33B) best suits braking zone and chicane entry.
- Video wall
- Numbered seat
Second Variant (33B) highlighted; other sections in grey.
Second Variant (33B) is a numbered grandstand at Monza overlooking Variante della Roggia, where drivers execute aggressive braking and chicane entries during frequent overtaking attempts. The stand features a big screen for live replays and multiple camera angles, and positions you directly in line with one of the circuit's most competitive passing zones.
What is the view like from Second Variant (33B) at Monza?
Second Variant (33B) gives you a close view of Variante della Roggia, Monza's Turn 4 complex. This is one of the circuit's primary overtaking zones, and you will see drivers braking hard and charging into the chicane entry where many attempted passes occur. The grandstand overlooks this recognised passing area directly, so the action happens right in front of you rather than in the distance.
Your seat is numbered, offering a fixed, reserved position throughout the race weekend. A big screen mounted in the stand displays live feeds, replays and timing information, helping you follow the broader race when the cars are elsewhere on the circuit and giving you close-up detail of any incident or battle in your section.
This grandstand is best suited to fans who want to watch aggressive racing, late-braking maneuvers and wheel-to-wheel combat in the braking zone and chicane entry. If overtaking and driver skill in high-pressure moments excite you, this location delivers repeated opportunities to see both succeed and fail.
Second Variant (33B) vs other Autodromo Nazionale Monza grandstands
How Second Variant (33B) compares to the other main F1 grandstands at Autodromo Nazionale Monza, so you can decide where to sit before you book.
| Grandstand | Covered | Numbered seat | Big screen | Overtaking | Seats together | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Second Variant (33B)You're viewing | No | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 | Braking zone and chicane entry |
| Alta Velocita (6a) | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Alta Velocita (6c) | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Lateral Parabolic (21e) - Fan Stand | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Outer Ascari A (18) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Outer Ascari B (19) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Outer First Variant (8a) | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Outer First Variant (8b) | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Second Variant (9) | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| Vedano (24) | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| VV Main Straight Bleachers 2 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
| VV Main Straight Bleachers 27 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 8 | No |
| VV Main Straight Bleachers 3 | No | Yes | Yes | No | Up to 10 | No |
Frequently asked questions
What corners and track sections can I see from Second Variant (33B)?+
You overlook Variante della Roggia (Turn 4) and have a direct view of the braking zone and chicane entry. This is a recognised overtaking zone where drivers frequently attempt late-braking maneuvers and passes right in front of the stand.
Are the seats numbered at Second Variant (33B)?+
Yes, all seats are numbered, so you have a fixed, reserved position for the entire race weekend.
Is there a screen at Second Variant (33B)?+
Yes, a big screen is mounted in the grandstand, showing live race feeds, replays and timing data so you can follow the action around the circuit and see close-ups of incidents in your viewing area.
What kind of racing action happens at Second Variant (33B)?+
You will see drivers braking hard and attacking into the chicane, with frequent overtaking attempts and spectacular maneuvers. Many drivers try late-braking passes at this location, making it one of the most competitive sections of the circuit.
Is Second Variant (33B) a good seat for watching overtakes?+
Yes, this grandstand overlooks a recognised overtaking zone where Turn 4 braking and chicane entry deliver repeated passing attempts and wheel-to-wheel battles throughout the race.
