Mexican Grand Prix Travel Guide
Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez Mexico City,
30th October – 1st November 2020
Mexico has a long history of being host to Formula One, stretching back to 1962. Since the sport’s 2015 return to the Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez, its hard to believe it was ever gone. Such is the popularity of this distinctive, colourful event, its quickly become a cornerstone of the F1 calendar.
Though Mexico hosted F1 races in the 60s, 70s, 80s and 90s, the circuit’s latest renaissance came after a lengthy sabbatical of 23 years. F1’s absence from the country seems to have had little impact on the fervour of the local fans. On its return, the Grand Prix soon became renowned for its passionate crowd and fiesta-like atmosphere.
When there’s no action on track, Mexico City steals the show. The historic centre offers colonial-era architecture and museums, balanced with a modern, youthful energy. With all the city has to offer and innumerable attractions elsewhere in the county, it makes a perfect destination for an extended F1 trip.
Attending the Mexican Grand Prix, spectators have raved about the experience. Everything, from the ease of access, organization and of course the atmosphere have all been subject to much praise.
Ticket prices tend to be a little on the steep side but for many international travellers the relatively low cost of hotels and restaurants makes it a low to medium cost trip overall.
Essential Visitor Information
| Currency | Mexican Peso ($MXN) |
| Time | UTC -6 -UTC -5 |
| Language | Mostly Spanish |
It can be very hot in the grandstands. Mexico City’s high altitude 2250 metres above sea level makes the sun seem especially intense. With the rainy season over you can at least expect it to stay dry.
Mexican Grand Prix Track Schedule 2019
| THURSDAY 24th OCTOBER | ||
| Formula 1 | Press Conference | 11:00 – 12:00 |
| Formula 1 | Formula 1 Pirelli Hot Laps | 15:00 – 15:30 |
| Formula 1 | F1 Experiences – Pit Lane Walk (F1 Experiences Guests Only) | 15:00 – 16:00 |
| Formula 1 | F1 Experiences Guided Track Tour (F1 Experiences Guests Only) | 15:30 – 17:00 |
| Promoter Activity | F1 Drivers’ Autograph Session TBC | 16:00 – 17:15 |
| FRIDAY 25th OCTOBER | ||
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 09:00 – 09:30 |
| Formula 1 | Practice 1 | 10:00 – 11:30 |
| Formula 4 NACAM Championship | Practice Session | 12:00 – 12:25 |
| Formula 1 | Press Conference | 12:00 – 13:00 |
| Formula 1 | Formula 1 Pirelli Hot Laps | 12:30 – 13:00 |
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 12:30 – 13:20 |
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Truck Tour | 13:00 – 13:30 |
| Formula 1 | Practice 2 | 14:00 – 15:30 |
| Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup | Practice Session | 16:00 – 16:45 |
| Formula 4 NACAM Championship | Qualifying Session | 17:10 – 17:35 |
| Panamericana Series | Practice Session | 18:00 – 18:25 |
| SATURDAY 26th OCTOBER | ||
| Formula 1 | Team Pit Stop Practice | 08:00 – 08:45 |
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 08:00 – 09:15 |
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Truck Tour | 08:45 – 09:15 |
| Formula 1 | Practice 3 | 10:00 – 11:00 |
| Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup | Qualifying Session | 11:30 – 12:00 |
| Formula 1 | Formula 1 Pirelli Hot Laps | 12:10 – 12:30 |
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 12:10 – 12:45 |
| Formula 1 | Qualifying | 13:00 – 14:00 |
| Formula 1 | Press Conference | 14:00 – 15:00 |
| Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup | First Race (16 Laps or 30 Mins) | 14:30 – 15:05 |
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Truck Tour | 15:15 – 15:45 |
| Formula 4 NACAM Championship | First Race (12 Laps or 25 Mins) | 16:10 – 16:40 |
| Panamericana Series | Qualifying Session | 17:05 – 17:30 |
| SUNDAY 27th OCTOBER | ||
| Panamericana Series | Race (12 Laps or 30 Mins) | 08:20 – 08:55 |
| Formula 4 NACAM Championship | Second Race (12 Laps or 25 Mins) | 09:20 – 09:50 |
| Porsche Mobil 1 Supercup | Second Race (16 Laps or 30 Mins) | 10:15 – 10:50 |
| Formula 1 | Formula 1 Pirelli Hot Laps | 11:00 – 11:20 |
| Paddock Club | Paddock Club Pit Lane Walk | 11:20 – 12:00 |
| Paddock Club | Global Partner Paddock Club Truck Tour | 11:25 – 11:55 |
| Formula 1 | Drivers’ Parade (Cars) | 11:30 – 12:00 |
| Formula 1 | Starting Grid Presentation | 12:00 – 12:15 |
| Formula 1 | National Anthem | 12:54 – 12:56 |
| Promoter Activity | Helicopter Fly Past TBC | 12:58 – 13:00 |
| Formula 1 | Grand Prix (71 Laps or 120 Mins) | 13:10 – 15:10 |
| Promoter Activity | After Podium Show | 15:10 – 16:10 |
I’m Danny, an incurable Formula 1 fan for over 25 years and founder of The F1 Spectator. My aim is to inform and inspire, arming you with helpful tips and advice for your next F1 trip.


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