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Racing in the ocean breeze: Miami<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Set around Hard Rock Stadium, the Miami International Autodrome stands out as one of the races where the sport most seamlessly blends with urban energy. Set against the backdrop of Biscayne Bay, the venue brings together marinas, palm trees, and a full weekend experience that echoes the city\u2019s Southeast Asian-influenced nightlife. The Miami atmosphere feels like two parallel festivals unfolding at once: the race in the grandstands and, across the city, a celebration in full swing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2026 Race dates:<\/strong> May 1-3<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sprint weekend<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Miami returns in 2026 with the Sprint format, bringing a packed three-day on-track program to you in early May. During this period, temperatures in Miami hover between 27\u201331\u00b0C, humidity is high, and sudden tropical rain showers are always possible. To reach the circuit, the most practical option is to take the Metrorail to Palmetto station and then transfer to race shuttles. Uber and other rideshare apps are also widely used throughout race weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2-day race and city route<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Day 1<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Start in the Wynwood arts district. One of the world\u2019s standout addresses for street art, this neighborhood unfolds with a sequence of vibrant murals, galleries, and design-driven spaces. Have lunch in the Miami Design District, where the city\u2019s take on caf\u00e9 culture brings Cubano sandwiches and ceviche to the same table. In the afternoon, head to South Beach. Walk along Ocean Drive, where Art Deco architecture is preserved in its purest form, then head down to the Atlantic shoreline at Lummus Park. In the evening, settle into a rooftop spot in Brickell to watch the sunset; at this hour, the city\u2019s glassy skyscrapers take on a different light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 2<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Head over to the circuit set around Hard Rock Stadium. Before the gates open, the marina-themed fan zone is open to visitors, offering an initial pit lane walkabout. During a Sprint weekend, both the sprint race and the Grand Prix qualifying take place on the same Saturday. After the race, you can wind down in Coconut Grove, a seaside district shaded by old banyan trees and known as one of Miami\u2019s most tranquil, green corners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To plan your Miami trip, you can explore flight options to Miami<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A new address, an ancient capital: Madrid<\/b><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Formula 1 brings a second race destination to Spain in 2026: the new Madring circuit, built around the IFEMA Madrid exhibition grounds, opens in mid-September as the final European stop on the calendar. This semi-permanent street circuit, unforgiving of driver errors, lets you feel the city\u2019s pulse up close. Combined with Madrid\u2019s open skies, vibrant plaza culture, and one of Europe\u2019s most dynamic gastronomic scenes, this race offers one of the most immersive city experiences of any F1 weekend.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2026 Race dates:<\/strong> September 11-13<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In mid-September, the weather in Madrid is ideal: 24\u201328\u00b0C, sunny, and perfectly timed for the season. To reach the circuit, the most direct option is to take Metro L\u00ednea 8 and get off at the IFEMA Feria de Madrid station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2-day race and city route<\/b><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Day 1<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Start at the Prado Museum. Francisco Goya\u2019s dark paintings, Diego Vel\u00e1zquez\u2019s Las Meninas, and Hieronymus Bosch\u2019s Heaven and Hell triptych are among the most important works in the world. Before noon, walk over to El Retiro Park; this vast green space, set in the heart of the city, with its Crystal Palace and monuments, easily fills hours. Have lunch in La Latina; in the narrow streets of this neighborhood, where tapas culture remains in its most authentic form, jam\u00f3n ib\u00e9rico and patatas bravas are essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Day 2<\/b><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Take the metro to the IFEMA grounds. Witnessing Madrid\u2019s first Grand Prix holds special historical significance for the city. After the race, stop by Santiago Bernab\u00e9u Stadium and continue to Chamber\u00ed, where you will find a more local side of the city. You can end the day at Mercado de San Miguel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To plan your Madrid trip, you can explore flight options to Madrid<\/a>. For more information about Spain, you can also visit our Spain travel guide<\/a> page.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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