Paddock Club: The Ultimate F1 Experience

Did you know that fewer than 1% of F1 fans ever step foot in Paddock Club?

With a level of exclusivity that is only matched by front-row centre-court tickets at a Wimbledon Final or the Royal Enclosure at Royal Ascot, Paddock Club is the most sought-after experience in Formula One.

Offering the pinnacle of hospitality with behind-the-scenes access to VIP suites, garages, pit lanes and more across the F1 Calendar, you’ll find it at the top of every F1 fan’s bucket list. 

In this blog, you’ll discover what is included in Paddock Club, why everyone from racing’s elite to Hollywood’s A-listers choose this exclusive suite as their preferred hospitality experience, and how you can experience it too with Spectate.

Ready to shift up a gear on your next hospitality experience? Your exclusive pit-lane pass awaits with Spectate…

Did you know? Paddock Club is a see-and-be-seen experience for celebrities and is often awash with fashion, music, sport and Hollywood royalty. Already this season (2025), Paddock Club has hosted stars including Penélope Cruz, Jared Leto, NFL legend Michael Strahan, World Cup winner Kylian Mbappé, and the entire England football team across various races.

What is included in Paddock Club with Spectate?

The best views, VIP access, cuisine and exclusive F1 experiences.

Put simply, Paddock Club is the most exclusive way to watch a Grand Prix. It’s the official hospitality experience of Formula One with the best views above the pit lanes, and no other hospitality experience comes close to the level of access and VIP experiences it offers.

When you book your Paddock Club experience with Spectate, every detail is meticulously arranged for you. Everything from business class flights to luxurious stays at the best hotels and helicopter transfers to the circuit can be tailored to your tastes. The only thing we can’t tailor is the outcome of the race!

The Spectate Experience:

• Tailored by Experts in Sports Travel
• Luxurious Hotels
• Seamless Travel
• Concierge Service
• Bespoke Excursions and Extensions

Paddock Club inclusions:

• Best Seats in the House
• VIP Paddock Access
• Pit Lane Walks and Garage Tours
• Exceptional Hospitality
• Team Suite Upgrades
• Formula One Insider Experiences

VIP Paddock Access

There are plenty of exclusive experiences on offer with Paddock Club when you book with Spectate, but one of the standouts is the pinch-me moment when you first step onto the paddock with VIP access.

On small and personal guided tours, you can pull back the curtain on Formula One and see up-close views of drivers and team principals shaking hands and talking to the media, race engineers strategising in garages preparing for the day’s races, and you’ll often see a few famous faces too.

You might even catch a glimpse of Ted Kravitz filming one of his famous ad-libbed monologues for Ted’s Notebook if you decide to go down after a race or qualifying session.

Pit Lane Walks and Garage Tours

Pit Lane Walks are another privilege of Paddock Club’s VIP access, but timing is everything.

In our experience, if you want to get the most out of your pit lane walk, the best time to go is when the tension is highest, just before qualifying or the Sunday race. This will give you the best chance to see the cars stripped off as the teams work on the final tweaks ahead of the on-track action.

Pair this with a guided garage tour upgrade to get a closer look at the mechanics in action working on the cars, the telemetry and data stations, tooling bays, and spare parts like wings, tyres, and gearboxes. The beauty of this is that it’s often hosted by an engineer who offers incredible insight into how everything works.

The Best Seats in the House

Once it’s lights out, the track views speak for themselves. They’re the best seats in the house, directly above the pit lane and garages — save Monaco and Zandvoort where Paddock Club is housed elsewhere.

From your vantage point on the balcony, every wheel-gun click and split-second tyre change becomes clearly visible as mechanics rally to execute precise pit stops.

When the chequered flag is waved, you can move front and centre for the podium celebration: standing just beneath the trophy presentation, you’re in prime position to feel the rush of the champagne spray and snap that epic celebratory photo.

Exceptional Hospitality

Paddock Club cuisine celebrates each host city’s culinary heritage and is elevated to the highest standards.

Some of our favourite races for this are the Singapore and the United States Grands Prix. In Singapore, classic hawker favourites are refined into elegant starters and mains, while in Austin, authentic Tex-Mex flavours are presented with precision, offering a true taste of Texas alongside expertly mixed margaritas.

Between courses, you’ll relax in the Club’s lounges and open bars, where hand-picked wines and signature cocktails await. Whether you choose a crisp Champagne to toast the day or a carefully selected red to linger over, every sip is chosen to complement what you taste.

Some races offer extra-special culinary experiences. This year, Formula One have partnered with Gordon Ramsay to deliver Michelin-starred culinary fare in the F1 Garage at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza.

Team Suites

We offer the exclusive, premium variation of Paddock Club that sees you hosted in an official F1 team’s suite directly above their garage.

Made for the ultimate superfan, the hospitality suites’ interiors are branded with team colours and often include meet-and-greets with the team’s drivers, engineers and team principal, plus limited-edition team-branded gifts, keepsakes and gear.

Ferrari’s team suite is largely invite-only, and other popular suites by Mercedes, McLaren, and Red Bull are heavily restricted, attracting global superstars. Aston Martin, Alpine, Williams, Cadillac, Haas, RB and Kick Sauber offer the same level of world-class hospitality, views, and access and exclusivity, with only a handful of spaces available in each.

Formula One Insider Experiences

When you step into the Paddock Club’s tech domain, you move from spectator to insider. In the live timing and team-radio hub, vast screens display real-time telemetry, timing sheets and engineer chatter as it happens. You’ll feel every strategic decision unfold before your eyes, hearing pit-wall calls and seeing lap-time deltas side by side.

You can take the driver’s seat in a full-motion simulator with g-force feedback and engineer coaching to master braking, speed and throttle like the pros.

Don a VR headset for a private circuit fly-by with live commentary to see braking zones and apexes from above, and interact with touchscreen kiosks to explore 3D car breakdowns and lap data at your pace.

Whilst all of these experiences are available with Paddock Club, experiences can differ from race to race. Our team can advise on any exclusions for your race of choice.

Book your Paddock Club experience with Spectate

With the tickets to exclusive suites at the biggest Grand Prix, there's no better way to experience Paddock Club on an F1 holiday than with us.

We go the extra mile with bespoke holidays tailored exclusively to you, including flights, the best hotels, experiences and extensions to help you make the most of your F1 experience. 

What's more, our expert hosts will take care of everything while you travel with a 24-hour concierge service to assist with excursion bookings, restaurant reservations and more — meaning you won't have to lift a finger on your Formula One holiday.

Call us today on 01244 729 897 and start planning your ultimate F1 holiday!

Paddock Club FAQs Answered by Experts

We asked our experts some commonly asked questions about Paddock Club below.

Is Paddock Club worth it for the Monaco Grand Prix?

While the Paddock Club is an exceptional choice for the Monaco Grand Prix, we recommend opting for a trackside superyacht instead for the best views and a glamorous experience.

With our Ultimate Weekend package, you’ll witness F1’s most iconic race in unparallelled style across superyacht and Shangri-La rooftop hospitality, with a Friday night superyacht party headlined by a celebrity DJ to kickstart the weekend.

How do I book Paddock Club tickets in the UK?

To book Paddock Club tickets in the UK as part of a tailor-made F1 holiday, simply get in touch with us at Spectate. You can:

1. Enquire online using our enquiry form with your preferred race and guest numbers.
2. Call us directly on +44 1244 729 897 for immediate assistance from our specialist team and priority allocations.

We handle every detail — from securing your suite to arranging travel and extras — so you can focus on enjoying the ultimate F1 experience.

How much do F1 Paddock Club tickets cost?

Prices vary by venue and package level, but you can generally expect to pay from around £2,000 per person per day at a “standard” Grand Prix up to £6,000–£8,000 per person per day for marquee races (Abu Dhabi, Silverstone, Singapore) plus travel arrangements, accommodation and tailor-made experiences and excursions. Team Suite and invitation-only options carry a further premium.

When do Paddock Club tickets go on sale?

Official Paddock Club packages for the following season typically launch in the autumn (October–December), with individual race sales opening to the public from January onwards. We recommend booking well in advance as tickets sell out fast.

What’s the dress code in Paddock Club?

Smart-casual is the norm: collared shirts or elegant blouses, tailored trousers or dresses, and smart closed-toe shoes for F1’s most prestigious hospitality setting. Avoid sportswear, flip-flops and overly casual attire.

What’s the difference between Paddock Club and grandstand seating?

Grandstand seating gives you fixed views of the track from a designated stand. Paddock Club goes far beyond: private suites above the pit lanes, gourmet catering, open bars, guided pit-lane walks, garage tours and exclusive access to the paddock’s inner workings.

Do all Grands Prix offer Paddock Club hospitality?

Every round of the FIA Formula One World Championship features Paddock Club hospitality, though some circuits (Monaco, Zandvoort, Mexico City) house it in alternative venues or split suites across different locations. Always check with us for the specific layout when booking.

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