Grandstand guide
Marina - Velocity Experience - Yas Marina Circuit Grandstand Guide
Our verdict
The seats are covered.
Marina Velocity Experience is a three-day VIP hospitality package at Yas Marina Circuit offering trackside views from a covered grandstand with numbered seating and a video wall. The experience includes premium drinks and gourmet food throughout each day, access to a racing simulator zone, live entertainment, and exclusive perks such as an after-party at Café del Mar Abu Dhabi and entry to post-race concerts and F1 Fan Villages.
What is included in the Marina Velocity Experience at Yas Marina Circuit?
The Marina Velocity Experience is a premium three-day hospitality package running from 11am to 8pm each day. You watch racing from a covered grandstand with numbered seating, so you have a reserved spot with shelter and a clear view of the track via a large video screen. All drinks, including alcohol, are included throughout the day as part of the premium bar service, and meals and snacks are provided.
Beyond racing, your package unlocks several entertainment zones and after-hours events. You can use the racing simulator during the day, enjoy live DJs on site, and attend the F1 Fan Villages. After the final race, you are invited to a three-hour free-flow drinks party at Café del Mar Abu Dhabi (located five minutes from the circuit), and you have access to post-race concerts held at the venue.
You will also receive an F1 Authentics gift and entry to a silent auction featuring prizes, adding to the exclusivity of the experience.
Marina - Velocity Experience vs other Yas Marina Circuit grandstands
How Marina - Velocity Experience compares to the other main F1 grandstands at Yas Marina Circuit, so you can decide where to sit before you book.
| Grandstand | Covered | Numbered seat | Big screen | Seats together |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marina - Velocity ExperienceYou're viewing | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 6 |
| Main Grandstand Premium | Yes | Yes | Yes | No |
| Marina | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 8 |
| North Premium | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| North Straight | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 8 |
| North Straight Premium | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| South | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| South Club | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| Terrace Hospitality - Turn 1 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
| West | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 6 |
| West Club | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 6 |
| West Straight | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 6 |
| Yas Lounge North | Yes | Yes | Yes | Up to 10 |
Frequently asked questions
Is the Marina Velocity Experience grandstand covered?+
Yes, the grandstand seating is covered, providing shelter from the sun and weather while you watch the race.
Are seats assigned or general admission in the Marina Velocity Experience?+
Seats are numbered and assigned, so you have a reserved spot in the grandstand.
What food and drink are included in the Marina Velocity Experience?+
The package includes a premium open bar with alcohol throughout the day and gourmet food served all day from 11am to 8pm.
What happens after the race ends in the Marina Velocity Experience?+
After the final race, you are invited to a three-hour free-flow drinks party at Café del Mar Abu Dhabi (five minutes from the circuit) and have access to post-race concerts.
What entertainment is available during race days with Marina Velocity Experience?+
The package includes access to a racing simulator zone, live DJs, the F1 Fan Villages, and a large video screen in your grandstand area.
