Please note: trees obstruct part of the view of the track at the Sahil and Bulvar Grandstands. There is some fencing in your view but nothing too distracting and for everything you cant see there is a TV large screen opposite. 2021 will see its return, though. Youll see plenty of photographers here too, as its one of their favourite places to snap a photo as the cars kiss the barrier immediately in front of the grandstand. Having tried and tested all of the grandstands at the Spanish Grand Prix, I can honestly say that Grandstand L is quite literally head and shoulders above the rest. By signing up to the F1 Chronicle newsletter you agree to receive electronic communications from F1 Chronicle that may sometimes include advertisements. Designed to challenge the skills of the drivers, the Baku City Circuit has 20 turns and its narrowest width comes between the 7th and 8th turn at 7.6m. Frequent buses also tend to run during the race weekend, usually with longer-than-usual service hours to accommodate for Formula 1 spectators. Ricciardos three-car pass into the first corner was judged the best overtake of the year, on his way to winning the race from tenth on the grid. Because youre so close, and because of the hairpins reputation, you feel like anything could happen right in front of you. The circuit is vast and one of the biggest on the F1 calendar so although it is a very flat city, you will have to walk to your grandstands. Some of the best are just after the exit of the sweeping left-hander, between the Giz Galasi and Mugham grandstands. Its a spectacular view of the cars as the drivers drift right, towards the stand in a bid to make the upcoming turn 10 as straight as possible. With an epic slipstream and DRS its not unusual to see passes for position happen here, sometimes even seeing 3 or 4 cars abreast. More information about our packages to the 2019 Azerbaijan Grand Prix can be found on the event page of our website. Theres a lot to experience, including a pass to Little Venice with gondolas and shallow waterways dating from the 1960s. Its super fast. But once landed on the ground, its a lot easier! Theres also a Classic Car Exhibition on the 3rd floor from Friday to Sunday with tickets priced at 10 AZN, 5.30. Drivers get to experience the historic city's character as they make their way through the medieval centre of Baku, navigating their way anti-clockwise around the track, alongside the promenade of the Caspian Sea. It was designed by Hermann Tilke, who has been responsible for laying out so many of F1s newest tracks. Try to get a seat at least mid-way up the grandstand for a better view. Once the race is on the way, you will witness a lot of track action. Cars come into view as they approach the braking zone at the end of the Main Straight before taking the high-speed right and then left corners of Turns 1 & 2 where youll have the best chance of seeing some overtaking. A truly hectic corner.Turn 2 - Slow into another 90 degree turn, getting right against the wall with a fast exit into the second DRS zone.Turns 3/4 - Another overtaking opportunity before two more right-angled corners, coming out on the right of Turn 3 and heading left going into Turn 4.Turns 5/6 - A quite unique double corner, the front wing can get very close to the wall heading into Turn 6.Turn 7 - An extremely tight angle needing a late brake to come almost to a halt.Turns 8-12 - Arguably the most difficult part of the circuit as drivers navigate their way through the castle chicane. If you will be flying from Europe, you should expect to pay from 300-600 return with flight times averaging 3-6 hours. and a fine win in the end from Australias Daniel Ricciardo. (Safety, Money, the Culture and the weather). Youll be equally comfortable talking Russian in Azerbaijan, but wed strongly advise getting hold of an Azeri phrasebook or app before you arrive there. This grandstand is quick to sell out because you get to see how the cars manipulate the tricky circuit - and all this is done with the iconic backdrop of the fortress walls.Choose your dream seats with the wide selection of deals that Gootickets has to offer. This is just within walking distance of the circuit. Standard twin room is 212 per night with breakfast. This area is definitely my favourite part of the city and is where you will find the best local restaurants offering incredible value food and you really sense the Turkish influence when it comes to gastronomy in this part of the city. In addition, at the end of the straight, you can expect a lot of overtaking attempts, among other things. If you chose to take a taxi all the way, bargain (politely) for your price before you ride, as the first price quotes will undoubtedly be inflated several times overthe fare should cost around 25 AZN ($15 USD). Take a look at our Cookie Policy to learn more and change your prfrences. Here's what the drivers encounter on a race weekend in Azerbaijan. As in Monaco, slightest mistakes are punished quickly and severely, while set-up wise, the teams are forced to choose between downforce for the twisty bits and less drag for the straight. The panoramic view of the track and surroundings is absolutely breathtaking. Other sites such as Grandprixevents.com and Motorsporttickets.com are also asking for contact details so that they can notify fans once sales open, as is the Baku City Circuit website. Having spent a long time getting to know the city over the years our representatives will know the best routes and can help you with this. The city is well connected with ex-Soviet states, but flights from Western Europe or the USA is very limited. Typically, Baku enjoys a Mediterranean climate, which means an average temperature of 14C (57F) with hot summers and wet, windy winters. The streets around the city offers a very exciting line of foods to try while you are enjoying the Mediterranean atmosphere. His team-mate Valtteri Bottas also overtook Lance Stroll in the final stretch to take second. There were only three races that were held in this circuit and the winners are: Daniel Ricciardo, Australia (2017); Lewis Hamilton, UK (2018); and Valtteri Bottas, Finland (2019). The large TV screen that faces the grandstand will alleviate the situation and will save the day. But, dont forget to pack a few warmer clothes, just in case. Right in the heart of the citys historic centre some of the best grandstands have backdrops that can only be rivaled by Monaco and Singapore. Private rooms are also available in the Hostel. That's what has made it one of the most exciting race weekends on the Formula 1 calendar since its arrival in 2016. The Azerbaijani currency is the manat (AZN), which is divided into 100 qpik. Free practice 1: 3pm-4pm [12noon-1pm UK]Free practice 2: 6pm-7pm [3pm-4pm UK], Free practice 3: 3pm-4pm [12noon-1pm UK]Qualifying: 6pm [3pm UK]. Left or right side, getting a seat higher up in the grandstand means youll have a clear view over the catch fencing. The Azerbaijan Grand Prix returned with a bang though in 2021, as tyres once more refused to hang on. Azerbaijan uses type C and F power sockets, just like the rest of Europe. Travel cards can be purchased for use of both the Metro and Bakubus bus services. Another grandstand at the point where the Formula One cars pass each other in opposite directions at what is ordinarily a dual carriageway is the Mugham Grandstand. Carpet sellers line the streets and old meets new. Make the most of a Grand Prix weekend and book your all-inclusive Formula One trip today. He is a key member of our sales team but has also been out to a lot of races as Grandstand's tour representative. The main buses to note are #5, #65 and #53. Moreover, it offers good views of some of the citys landmarks (including the imposing Government House and the Flame Towers). Child tickets can only be purchased together with adult tickets and a maximum of 2 child tickets are allowed per adult ticket. We are available during office hours (UTC +1). Directly opposite the Khazar grandstand is the Bulvar grandstand that has the momentous atmosphere that comes from having a sea of F1 fans either side of the track. Too far to the right and youll see is brief view of the nose of the cars before they turn their backs to you and accelerate towards the Maiden Tower and the long main straight. Lewis Hamilton had power deployment issues and could do no better than fifth. Situated opposite Bakus famous Maiden Tower, not an exceptional vantage point by any means but better than some, the view here is of a high speed, flat-out kink that feeds onto the main straight. Then marvel at how close the drivers get to clipping the inside barrier at the corners apex before stepping on the loud peddle and roaring away around the Old City. The Icheri Sheher grandstand and its iconic backdrop of the fortress walls and the cherry on top, sells out fast and for good reason. When you pay you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate. Money of course is important. However, at most other circuits, the Main grandstand does not guarantee a lot of on-track action. We also have 9 different grandstands for you to carefully select your seats and each one has a variety of packages. The first race in 2016 was won by Nico Rosberg, who completed his second F1 grand slam by also taking pole and fastest lap. The Main Grandstand (called Absheron) is the place-to-be in Azerbaijan. Be informed that you will need to speak Azeri, Russian or Turkish, so keep a phrase book handy at all times. Another place to consider is the AzNeft grandstand, with its glorious backdrop a touch of Bakus finest classic and modern architecture, is located on the exterior of the track at one of the many 90 degree corners of the Baku Street Circuit. This is an excellent viewing point to see the incredible breaking maneuvers of a modern Formula 1 car. All rights reserved. The 2017 event has witnessed Sebastian Vettels frustration under the Safety Car period, after he infamously drove into the side of championship rival Lewis Hamilton. Its always best to stay downtown within walking distance if possible. Gootickets.com is an official ticket provider for many sports events across the world including Formula 1, MotoGP, Motocross and Tennis. Unfortunately the grandstand isnt orientated well enough to have a clear view of both directions of traffic. Because Bakus F1 race track is a street circuit in the city center, then youll likely to travel to and from your selected grandstands or vantage point on foot, by metro or by bus. The place boasts iPad docking and flat screen TVs in bedrooms; Bunk bed in mixed dormitory is 7 per night. Great discounts! 2021 F1 Chronicle. Direct flights with Azerbaijan Airlines from New York or cheaper deals with Turkish Airlines (via Istanbul) and Aeroflot (via Moscow). Great discounts! The Baku City Circuits Icheri Sheher (meaning Old City) grandstand is special for several reasons including being the only grandstand Im aware of that stands in an area granted world heritage status by Unesco. Since it is a street circuit and there are walls all round it, there is no room for errors. Come and be great with us, click by click. The average daytime temperatures should be above 20C (70F) and around half of this at night. Grandstand L at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya is positioned on the infield part of the circuit at Turn 5. And last but not the least; Winter Park Hotel Staying in style. Caspian Sea caviar, Azerbaijans most famous local produce, and a black tea of choice with fruit preserves as an accompaniment makes everything perfect. 2019 was the year of Mercedes as they achieved a 1-2, while 2020 sadly couldn't take place amid the global pandemic. A seat here places you in plain view of the main straight that stretches for 2.2km - look out for the action that is bound to happen here! The prime choice is on the higher levels of the grandstand as this gives you a clear view of the track. Sebastian Vettel wasn't happy with Lewis Hamilton's braking in front of him during a safety car, which resulted in the two colliding, before the German lost his cool by pulling alongside Hamilton and infamously driving into the side of his Mercedes. A year later saw an equalling thrilling race, with one of the main storylines being the constant grappling for position between Red Bull's Max Verstappen and Ricciardo which in the end came to a blow as the pair collided, meaning both wouldn't finish the race. The Absheron grandstand is a fairly standard main grandstand that offer a scenic view of Bakus long, 2.2km main straight. This website is unofficial and is not associated in any way with the Formula One group of companies. Another excellent grandstand is the AzNeft grandstand, where you can find one of the many 90 corners. How to get to Baku for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix? The locals are very welcoming and will either give you a huge smile or occasionally stop you to ask you your thoughts on their city. Fernando Alonso:Even though its only been on the calendar for a short time, this circuit is already known among the drivers as a great racers track. Also, we recommend the top rows for taking photos. The country telephone code for Azerbaijan is +994. Exercising common sense is an essence just as you would whilst travelling in any foreign city. As one of the longest tracks on the calendar, with a length of6.003km and 20 turns, Baku offers just about everything you want from a circuit, with a mixture of tight corners and open high-speed straights, including a 2.2km stretch heading into Turn 1. We aim to give you an awesome online shopping experience and that is why we constantly give you great bargains throughout the year. We use cookies to improve your online experience. There are so many things to experience in the city during your two to three days stay in the city. Youll find the streets selling the famous Turkish-style kebabs and the irresistible aroma of Persian flavors that comes from nearby restaurants and cafes all over the city. A Grandstand Motor Sports voucher is the ideal gift for all motor sports enthusiasts. A seat in the hotels rooftop grandstand gives you front row seats of this extremely tight and slow bend, where almost anything can happen. One unique aspect of the circuit is its speed trap that drivers have to manoeuver to get ahead in this tricky long start/finish straight. However, there arent any food establishments nor audio guide on the ship but tickets are sold at a very affordable price 2 AZN per passenger. We will contact you shortly. Its best to buy the tickets in advance from their website. Located at the end of unofficially the longest straight of the F1 calendar, this grandstand guarantees lots of on- & off-track action! A good choice of grandstand for the budget conscious, Filarmonia grandstand is located on the interior of the track at turn 16. An express minibus shuttles tourists from the airport to the city every half hour and is very affordable, though taxi drivers will insist that the service no longer runs. You may need to ride a taxi to Koroglu station but there is no need to take a taxi all the way to your hotel as the metro system is clean, modern and efficient. First, large screen TVs at all grandstands, In addition, the only covered stand is the Absheron (Main) Grandstand. It was which witnessed one of the biggest upsets of the season, with Daniel Ricciardo winning out from Valtteri Bottas and the Williams of Lance Stroll, while Lewis Hamilton and Sebastian Vettel engaged in some disputes behind the Safety Car. The air holiday packages shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. The iconic scenery of the fortress walls will surely make those Instagram photos look stunning. With the backdrop of Baku'sfortress walls, this spot looks over the tight city gate section before the cars go full throttle into the Turn 13-15 complex. Flying from USA costs from $800-1500 USD with flight times from 11 hours (direct) up to more than 24 hours (2 stops). All rights reserved. Its recent placement on the F1 calendar has seen Baku suddenly placed into the worlds consciousness: a city where Stalin-era architecture is rapidly giving way to skyscrapers and dazzling glass structures reminiscent of Dubai. The Sahil grandstand lies along the long main straight just opposite the turn 5 and 6 chicane and this grandstand is just beside Bulvar. Always bear in mind that the government in Azerbaijan is known to be strict and authoritarian, so avoid any form of criticism in public. "All the flights and flight-inclusive holidays on this website are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. The Bulvar Grandstand is probably one to avoid as you're not likely to catch much more than a car zooming briefly into vision and then very quickly out of it. Metro stations 28th May, Sahil and Icheri Sheher are all within walking distance of the track. Sergio Perez, 1 win (2021)Valtteri Bottas, 1 win (2019)Lewis Hamilton, 1 win (2018)Daniel Ricciardo, 1 win (2017)Nico Rosberg, 1 win (2016), Mercedes, 3 wins (2016, 2018, 2019)Red Bull, 2 wins (2017, 2021), 2021 Sergio Perez, Red Bull2019 Valtteri Bottas, Mercedes2018 Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes2017 Daniel Ricciardo, Red Bull2016 Nico Rosberg, Mercedes. This means there are lots of places to view the race. Bunk bed in mixed dormitory costs 10 per night. Aeroflot is probably the best option for getting to Baku from Europe, with affordable and handful flights transferring through Moscow every day. Copyright The F1 Spectator 2014-2017. Now, if you have some budget, Ramada Baku Hotel offers private beach, rooms with minibar & flat screen TVs. Placed opposite Bakus famous Maiden Tower is not an exceptional vantage point by any means but can somehow be said that it is better than some. The track's pole record also came in 2019 as Valtteri Bottas'1:40.495 earned his place on pole, and he finished the job off on the Sunday as he beat his Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton to the top of the podium. My advice would be agree a price when you get in and always take one of the purple London cabs which operate in Baku. They love practicing their English and the arrival of the F1 circus gives them the perfect opportunity to do so. into the city centre is via car. Azerbaijan very rarely experiences rain at that time of year but it is famously windy so can be a little cool in the grandstands, especially in the higher rows. This its not the biggest city, so it means that youll need to book early to get the best hotels at the most affordable prices. Discount airline Wizz Air also has direct flights from Budapest, but they are not so frequent just like what was previously mentioned airlines. The street circuit only hosted its first race in 2016, then known as the European Grand Prix, but as of the following year it became the Azerbaijan Grand Prix and it has taken its place on the calendar ever since, until its cancellation in 2020 due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Caspian Cruises Witness the stunning view of the city and the iconic Flame Towers by taking a 30-minute trip from Bakus main harbor. Last but not least. The same is true for the F1 Experiences website. My tip would be if you have tickets in the Main Absheron Grandstand and are heading to it from the Fountain Square/Nizami Street area, then use the Metro station underpass at Sahil to shave a huge amount of time from your journey.
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