Hospitality guide
Paddock Club - Shanghai International Circuit Hospitality Guide
Our verdict
The seats are covered.
The Paddock Club at Shanghai International Circuit combines premium hospitality with exclusive access to the heart of Formula 1 operations. You receive covered seating with an outdoor balcony overlooking the team garages, curated dining throughout the day, and an open bar featuring champagne, wines, spirits and beers. The experience includes guided tours of the paddock, pit lane walks where you can watch teams practise pit stops, and appearances by current and legendary F1 drivers sharing insights into racing at the elite level.
Paddock Club Hospitality at Shanghai International Circuit
Paddock Club membership elevates your Grand Prix weekend with both comfort and unparalleled access. Your covered seating ensures protection from the elements whilst you watch the action, and the outdoor balcony positioned above the F1 team garages puts you steps away from the technical heart of the sport. This vantage point allows you to observe teams preparing their vehicles and conducting their daily routines up close.
Dining and beverages are core to the experience. Throughout the Grand Prix weekend, you enjoy curated menus prepared to hospitality standards, supported by an open bar stocked with champagne, sparkling wine, spirits, beers and wines. This removes the need to leave your premium location to find food or refreshment.
Exclusive activities and driver engagement
Your weekend includes several exclusive opportunities unavailable to general admission attendees. A guided paddock tour takes you through the F1 paddock itself, offering insider perspective on team operations. The pit lane walk gives you the chance to watch teams execute practice pit stops in real time. Throughout the weekend, current and former F1 drivers make appearances to discuss their experiences competing at motorsport's highest level, providing rare insight into what it takes to succeed in Formula 1.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Paddock Club seating covered?+
Yes, your seating is covered. You also have access to an outdoor balcony overlooking the team garages, allowing you to choose between sheltered or open-air viewing.
What food and drinks are included?+
Curated menus are served throughout the day, and an open bar provides champagne, sparkling wine, spirits, beers and wines at no additional cost.
What exclusive activities come with Paddock Club?+
Your package includes a guided paddock tour (for 3-day ticket holders), a pit lane walk where you can watch teams practise pit stops, and appearances by current and legendary F1 drivers sharing their experiences.
Where is the Paddock Club balcony located?+
The outdoor balcony is positioned above the F1 team garages, giving you a close-up view of the teams' technical operations and preparations.
Is the pit lane walk available for all ticket durations?+
The guided paddock tour applies specifically to 3-day tickets. The source does not specify whether the pit lane walk applies to shorter ticket durations.
