SPANISH FORMULA 1 GRAND PRIX

What a brillient experience. We missed Thursday pit lane visit but spoke to others and lots of drivers were there for autographs and pics, so would try and get there if possible. Open access day on the Friday is a must. With access to all areas and stands we sat in various stands around the circuit, watched mini, GP2 and 3 and porche races and found our favoured spot on the grass hill for race day and experienced the first pass of a formua one car from the main grandstand right opposite Mclaren pit lane and that was unbelievable. My 12 year old son looked at me completely stunned by the noise rattling through our bodies and from then we knew the weekend would not disappoint and it didn't.

From Barcelona (Sants Estacio) centre the train system is excellent value T10 (2 zone pass) for under 10 euro (one trip can be shared which gives you 10 trips, so can get to track every day with one ticket for 2 people) going to Montmelo (track 13/14 from sants.. watch as some trains seem to go same direction but vary between both platforms, but note stops vary so need to check carefully does stop at Montmelo) and from there 30 minute walk to circuit..which is easy to follow.. Got there early on Race day about 8.00am at track for spot on grass banks, got our spot and had great view of the race. Banks are steep and just need blanket/rug. TV screens can seem some distance away so binoculars may have been useful as can get lost with cars constantly pitting and changing places hard to follow without the TV coverage. At end of race was a 3 hour queue for train but avoid, go to village of Montmelo, sit in streets, have a crack with other race goers, for a few beers and let crowds die down and got train about 7pm with no queues at all.. A great venue and weather at 24-29 deg does make enjoyable...

A thoroughly awe inspiring experience, very efficiently organised. Can't wait to repeat the experience.

I wish to thank book F1 .com .You were very helpfull with information about,how to get there,race timetables and circuit info.The choice of grandstand L was through reading other reviewers comments and affordability.The view was brilliant,two seats for my son and I in row 51 out of 53.We could view the second half of the start/finish down to the first bend.all of the way up the hill and behind us if you stood up quick enough.Then back around infront of us as they descended back down the hill.Two TV screens were in front of us to view the rest of the race after the cars were out of view.In comparison with previous visits to Silverstone and Monaco there were seats and general admission spaces. Buy a T10 ticket for 2 zones at Sans railway station in Barcelona .as it was for two it cost 15 euros and is a multiple ticket which nearly covered the three day event travel.Travel time was about 25 minutes and then about a brisk 25 minute walk from Montmeleo station to the circuit.Or about 7 euros by taxi.Stayed in the Hotel Expo 50 metres outside Sans station but there was no noise the trains are underground at first.Take a hat and sun screen,28 degrees C all day.stand L has no roof.Managed the lasttwo hours of practice session on the Friday,arrived ,dumped bags at hotel ,then circuit.Itwas a good idea as we then knew where to go on the Saturday for 8 hours more racing and then climax of the weekend,another 6 hours ,the Sunday race finals for all of the different classes.A fantastic weekend,off to Canadian F1 this June.

The circuit facilities were good as regards refreshments etc. but the F1 Village was very dissappointing., just one consession stand after another selling merchandise - No stands or exhibitions of any interest to motor racing fans. Access from Barcelona to Montmello by train was very easy and very cheap - ( €3.20 return), however the walk up to the circuit takes half an hour. Best entrance is via Gate 6 as you can then complete your walk inside the circuit on generally shaded paths rather than on a main road.

I had a brilliant time at Barcelona. We had front row seats only a few metres from the track and also near the pit lane exit, so I recommend Stand J as a great spot. Of course you are surrounded by Alonso fans...!! Remember to get the train rather than try the metro to Montmelo, but it only takes 30 mins and the trains are frequent. The sun is blazing so make sure to take lots of water with you! It was a great atmosphere and experience and would thoroughly recommend the circuit. Booking with F1 was easy and straightforward and I will book again with them next year, maybe for Monaco next time around...

A perfect weekend in Barcelona, with two trips to the Circuit. Directions to the circuit from city centre not too great but we worked it out. Sunday was a breeze even if we did have to walk back to the train station from the circuit. GA tickets were ideal as we were able to walk around the circuit and find some excellent viewing areas. Very relaxed feel to the circuit and great facilities. A great first visit for anyone new to GP.

excellent weekend, a general admission ticket was great value for money.The Thursday pitwalk was a particular highlight.
The only downside was the distance from the train station to the track which was further than anticipated.

excellent weekend, easy access to the track and very good facilities, Stand J was very good value for money

We had a great time - great view - you had to get there before 7.30 on race day to get a seat on the bank... otherwise it was packed. Parking was efficient and good and the police got you in and out of the circuit well.... apart from the Spanish who decide to block the road by occupying both lanes when it wasnt one way! and left the track about half way through the race when Alonso wasn't winnning! Only down side is the catering facilities which were awful and expensive. Would we go again on a Pelouse ticket - Certainly would.

The access to the circuit by dedicated coach service was first class from down town Barcelonia Took us to within 500 meters of Gate F ! not the 30mins walk from the rail station.
Lack of PA sound during race was disapointing. No rental headphone available either.
Prior knowledge of FM broadcast meant we did not take a radio.

Book F1 three day tickets were brilliant we also got a pit lane walk and on the Thursday afternoon you could take photos and get signatures of the drivers if you could get near!! It was nearly impossible to get close to the top six drivers.It was a bit dissapointing with the Ferrari drivers after having stood waiting for them to come out for nearly two hours which they eventually did, but unknown to us 75 people had already been chosen for the signing so we only saw them for less than one minute!! The only other real problem was the camping site. The facilities were OK and kept very clean and access to the circuit was great BUT the noise all through the night was awful and for three full days and nights it was impossible to get any sleep. The people on security didnt seem to have any control over what went on. There was actually some people with engines that they kept revving up to full throttle every 20 minutes day and night for no purpose whatsoever. Air horns and firecrackers were also set off day and night,

Same as above - more info vital for leaving the circuit. It was impossible to get a taxi from the circuit and no info stands!!

This was my first visit to the Spanish F1 GP and was a great one to choose. The general admission price had increased by 50% since 2010 and so I felt it worth paying the extra for the Stand A seats. The stand was only about 75% full so we were able to switch our booked seats to front row seats with unobscured views of corners 1, 2 and 3. An excellent choice of viewpoint for an excellent race.

the race was great the view was fab the walk from the station was horriable with no transport links other than a ditto train with an hour wait,the prices were a bit steep for drinks and food but this is to be expected,the drinks we took were taken off us and thrown away which was annoying,the tickets were cheaper in spain but you dont know if they are real or not ? so best to buy here

I used the coach from the city (sagales) that departs from Sant Joan and is 8 euros round trip. This worked very well and I can recommend. There were a large number of air conditioned coaches that departed frequently with no fuss. The same coming back. Journey is 30-40 minutes. Other people I spoke to were not happy with the train.

A great time great tickets.

Bus only 8 euros return beware of big que on way back!

Tourist info knew about bus but twice sent us too wrong place to meet.

apart from that great time.

Thank you

We stayed at Eurostars Grand marina which was lovely but about 45min from the circuit. transport in Barcelona is good. from Montmelo station its a good 30min walk which is a pain but good exercise! allow extra time for race day there was 78,000 people!
We were in stand K which says there is a TV in front of you but there isnt its off to the side.
Beers at the circuit really expensive 11euros of a large we took cans of beer with us but got them taken away on arrival.
I'm not a great F1 fan but my husband is however i really enjoyed it.

Overall fantastic weekend. The walk from Montmelo to the circuit was the only downside

The circuit was fantastic and stand j couldn't have been better. Great views and we were directly opposite the TV screen in Zone 4 so had perfect view of the circuit all round as well as the pit stops etc. Would highly recommend the Sagales bus service; cheap, efficient and areas free. Don't forget your sun cream and ear plugs. Fantastic birthday treat!