VENUE GUIDE
GETTING
THERE
Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir
Browse experiences tagged to each free window in the Bahrain Grand Prix weekend — from Friday morning in Manama before FP1, to Saturday evening after qualifying under the floodlights, to post-race Sunday night celebrations.
HOW TO GET THERE
Official Shuttle Bus
RecommendedShuttle services run from designated Manama hotel pick-up points directly to the circuit. Journey ~30–40 minutes. Highly recommended on race day.
Taxi / Careem
Taxis and Careem (the regional Uber equivalent) are widely available in Manama. Pre-book for race day — demand surges after sessions. Wait times can exceed 45 minutes.
Hire Car
Not Recommended Race DayCar hire is available at Bahrain International Airport. Road signage is good but race-day traffic is severe and circuit parking is very limited. Not recommended on race day.
From the Airport
Bahrain International Airport is ~40 km from the circuit. Take a taxi to your Manama hotel first, then use the official shuttle to the circuit.
GATE OPENING TIMES
Gates open 2 hours before the first session each day.
Friday
Free Practice 1
Saturday
Free Practice 3
Sunday
Grand Prix
Things to Do Between Sessions
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