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16–18 April 2027 · Shanghai International Circuit — grandstands, prices, circuit map and where to stay
Shanghai International Circuit in photos
5 outside · 2 inside the venue
Where to watch the Chinese Grand Prix
For the full Grand Prix experience at the Chinese Grand Prix, the pick is Grandstand A (Platinum / High / Low) — Start, finish, pit stops and podium from the vast covered main stand — the best overall seat in Shanghai. For on-track action, head to Grandstands H & K. The budget option is Grandstand E (CN¥1,580 (3-day, 2026 list)). The Chinese Grand Prix runs 16–18 April 2027 at Shanghai International Circuit, Shanghai — Round 5 of the 2027 Formula 1 season.
Grandstand A (Platinum / High / Low)
Start, finish, pit stops and podium from the vast covered main stand — the best overall seat in Shanghai.
Full detail Best for actionGrandstands H & K
The heaviest braking zone after the 1.2 km straight — where almost every overtake in Shanghai happens. Covered stands, great for photography as the cars slow right down.
Full detail Best valueGrandstand E
CN¥1,580 (3-day, 2026 list). A cheaper reserved-seat option away from the two headline zones.
Full detail Race weekend16–18 April 2027
Practice Friday, qualifying Saturday, the Grand Prix on race day.
Full detailAbout the Chinese Grand Prix
The Chinese Grand Prix returns to its mid-April slot in 2027. Shanghai International Circuit — with its vast lotus-inspired main grandstand and one of the longest straights in F1 — is a genuine overtaking circuit, and tickets remain among the most affordable on the calendar.
The 5.451 km Hermann Tilke layout opens with the famous ever-tightening Turns 1–2 spiral and ends with a 1.2 km back straight into the heavy-braking Turn 14 hairpin — the best passing spot on the lap and the home of grandstands H and K. The track has hosted the Chinese Grand Prix since 2004 and rewards cars with strong traction and braking stability, which usually means visible, committed driving from the stands.
Shanghai International Circuit map & grandstands
View the official Shanghai International Circuit circuit map
We don't have a live circuit map for the Chinese Grand Prix yet. The promoter's official ticket site has the current grandstand layout and event-specific configurations.
Grandstands & viewing areas at Shanghai International Circuit
Grandstand A (Platinum / High / Low)The full Grand Prix theatreCN¥2,580–4,680 (3-day, 2026 list)
Main straight
Start, finish, pit stops and podium from the vast covered main stand — the best overall seat in Shanghai.
Price guide: CN¥2,580–4,680 (3-day, 2026 list)
Grandstand BTechnical cornersCN¥2,180 (3-day, 2026 list)
Turn 1 exit / opening complex
Cars winding through the tightening Turns 1–2 spiral — a unique sight in F1.
Price guide: CN¥2,180 (3-day, 2026 list)
Grandstands H & KOvertakes and photosCN¥1,680 (3-day, 2026 list)
Turn 14 hairpin, end of the back straight
The heaviest braking zone after the 1.2 km straight — where almost every overtake in Shanghai happens. Covered stands, great for photography as the cars slow right down.
Price guide: CN¥1,680 (3-day, 2026 list)
Grandstand EValue reserved seatCN¥1,580 (3-day, 2026 list)
Mid-circuit
A cheaper reserved-seat option away from the two headline zones.
Price guide: CN¥1,580 (3-day, 2026 list)
General Admission (Zones C, F, J)BudgetCN¥480 (3-day, 2026 list)
Open grass areas
Unreserved viewing from the infield banks — the cheapest way in, with free access to the fan zone.
Price guide: CN¥480 (3-day, 2026 list)
Chinese Grand Prix tickets: prices & how to buy
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Tickets are sold through the Official F1 Ticket Store and authorised agents. Note that tickets are personalised — every attendee’s full name, phone number and passport number is collected at purchase — and facial recognition is used for entry, so the name on the ticket must match the person attending.
Price guide
Using the latest official promoter price list as the guide: 3-day general admission (zones C, F, J) was CN¥480, grandstands H/K at the hairpin CN¥1,680, grandstand B CN¥2,180, and Grandstand A on the main straight from CN¥2,580 (Low) to CN¥4,680 (Platinum). International agents price higher than the promoter, so compare before you buy.
Where to buy
- Official F1 Ticket Store (ticketing.formula1.com/china)
- Authorised international agents
- Event Escapes — live ticket inventory with Pay Weekly instalments
Insider tips for the Chinese Grand Prix
- Tickets are personalised with passport details and entry uses facial recognition — double-check every attendee’s details at purchase.
- H and K at the Turn 14 hairpin are the enthusiast picks: every serious overtake happens in front of you.
- April in Shanghai is mild but wet spells are common — bring a light rain layer for the uncovered areas.
- Set up Alipay or WeChat Pay before you travel; China is effectively cashless, including at the circuit.
Hotels for the Chinese Grand Prix
All hotels & live pricesStay in central Shanghai — Jing’an, People’s Square or along Line 11 — rather than near the circuit. Jiading has limited hotels, while the city has thousands at every price point, and the metro makes the commute trivial. Race weekend barely dents Shanghai’s hotel supply, but international-payment-friendly hotels near a Line 11 station are the smart pick.
Search hotels in ShanghaiGetting there & where to stay
Transport
The circuit is in Jiading, about 40 km north-west of downtown Shanghai. Metro Line 11 runs directly to Shanghai Circuit station, which is the way most fans arrive — allow 60–75 minutes from the city centre. Taxis and Didi are plentiful but get caught in post-race queues; the metro runs late and is the reliable choice on Sunday night.
Where to stay
Stay in central Shanghai — Jing’an, People’s Square or along Line 11 — rather than near the circuit. Jiading has limited hotels, while the city has thousands at every price point, and the metro makes the commute trivial. Race weekend barely dents Shanghai’s hotel supply, but international-payment-friendly hotels near a Line 11 station are the smart pick.
Shanghai International Circuit · Shanghai, China
Chinese Grand Prix 2027 — frequently asked questions
When is the 2027 Chinese Grand Prix?
The 2027 Chinese Grand Prix takes place on 16–18 April 2027 at Shanghai International Circuit, with the race on Sunday 18 April. It is Round 5 of the 2027 season.
How much are Chinese Grand Prix tickets?
On the latest official price list, 3-day general admission was CN¥480, grandstands H/K CN¥1,680, grandstand B CN¥2,180 and Grandstand A from CN¥2,580 to CN¥4,680. International agents charge more than the promoter, so compare before buying.
What are the best seats at the Chinese Grand Prix?
Grandstand A on the main straight for the start and pits, and grandstands H/K at the Turn 14 hairpin for overtaking — the end of one of the longest straights in F1.
How do I get to Shanghai International Circuit?
Metro Line 11 runs directly to Shanghai Circuit station, about 60–75 minutes from the city centre. It is the most reliable option on race day; taxis get caught in post-race traffic.
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Sources
Prices are guide figures from the promoter or official ticket store, checked Sept 2026. Always confirm final prices, dates and entry rules with the official seller before you travel.
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