Miami International Autodrome
Location:
Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
Local Weather & Time
Upcoming at Miami International Autodrome
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Miami Grand Prix
Formula 2
1 - 3 May
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Miami Grand Prix
Formula 1
1 - 3 May
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Track Info
Miami International Autodrome - Miami Gardens, USA
Temporary circuit around Hard Rock Stadium - anti clockwise - 19 corners with three DRS zones
When was the track built?
Developed specifically for Formula 1 within the Hard Rock Stadium grounds, the Miami International Autodrome threads service roads and new links around the NFL venue. The goal was a temporary track that feels permanent, with proper kerbs, TecPro and ample marshal posts while the complex hosts other events the rest of the year.
The circuit was fully resurfaced for 2023 to improve grip and racing lines. Subtle tweaks were made around the tight T14 15 chicane and pit entry, and the paddock footprint moved onto the Miami Dolphins field to create a central fan village feel.
When was its first race?
The venue’s first race was the 2022 Miami Grand Prix. Since then it has become a spring highlight in the F1 season with sprint formats used in some years and crowds filling the parkland, marina set and stadium stands.
What's the circuit like?
- High speed street vibe: Long full throttle phases bookend a technical middle sector. The layout rewards straight line efficiency and confidence over kerbs in the stadium complex.
- Three DRS zones: Activation after T9 toward T11, along the run from T16 to T17, and from T19 onto the main straight. Drivers can set up a pass into T17 and finish it at T1 if it does not stick first time.
- Trick chicane at T14 15: A slow left right under the turnpike flyover that punishes track limits and traction. Getting this right determines your launch to T16 and the long drag to T17.
- Grip evolution and heat: Fresh asphalt in 2023 helped, but the surface still rubbers in across the weekend. Heat and humidity test cooling packages and tyre management.
- Benchmark pace: Race lap record 1:29.708. Qualifying poles run in the mid to low 1:26s depending on conditions and era.
Lap records and benchmarks (by series)
- Formula 1 (race lap): 1:29.708 - Max Verstappen, 2023 Miami GP - current 5.412 km layout.
- Porsche Carrera Cup North America: 1:56.693 - Riley Dickinson, 2023 weekend benchmark on 992 GT3 Cup.
- W Series (Formula Regional car): 1:56.406 - Abbi Pulling, 2022 event.
- F1 Academy (F4 spec): 1:59.322 - Bianca Bustamante, 2024 Miami round.
- Ferrari Challenge: Regular North America rounds with 296 Challenge cars setting low 1:3x times on an alternate infield loop during non GP events.
Why go?
A festival style grand prix with big sightlines and a stadium core that keeps everything walkable. The faux marina, fan stages and food courts make it a destination even between sessions, while the long straights and heavy braking zones create genuine passing for race day drama.
Where's the best place to watch?
- Turn 1 grandstands: Starts, restarts and late brakers after the main straight DRS - classic divebombs and switchbacks.
- Turn 11 hairpin: End of the sinuous DRS run from T9. Great for inside feints and cutbacks into the stadium section.
- Turn 17 hairpin: Monster stop at the end of the longest flat out section. If a move does not stick here, watch the re attack into T1.
- Stadium section T12 16: See car placement and kerb work up close as drivers thread the slow chicane and launch toward T16.
- Marina complex T6 8: Fast direction changes with panoramic backdrops and plenty of slipstream formation on practice days.
Not just F1: North American and world series at Miami
Porsche Carrera Cup North America: Big grids and pro lineups produce tight trains and photo finishes into T11 and T17.
F1 Academy: The all female F4 championship brings close pack racing and plenty of wheel to wheel in the stadium complex.
W Series (2022): Launched the circuit’s support bill in its debut year with strong slipstream battles down the back straight.
Ferrari Challenge North America: Exploits the venue’s alternative loops and GP layout for sprint racing with booming V6 turbo sounds through the stadium.
Transportation & Parking
Getting to Miami International Autodrome - Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens
Best options are Brightline train to Aventura Station + free event shuttle, pre-booked official parking with frequent shuttles, and designated rideshare drop zones. There is no drive-up parking purchase on arrival for the Grand Prix.
Brightline trains to Aventura Station + stadium shuttle
- Service pattern: Trains arrive and depart Aventura roughly hourly on race weekend.
- Free stadium shuttles: Depart Aventura Station about 10 minutes after train arrivals and return from the stadium about 1 hour before departures. Stadium set-down and pick-up is Lot 16 by the Gate 3 pedestrian bridge.
- Tip: Book your Brightline times early to lock in preferred shuttle windows.
Driving and parking
- Pre-book required: Official car parks must be purchased in advance. No on-the-day drive-up sales.
- Remote lots with shuttles: Free shuttle buses serve outlying lots such as 60, 62, 70, 95. Buses run about every 10 minutes during operating hours.
- Where shuttles drop: Most remote-lot services drop at Lot 14 for Gate 14 or Lot 16, with some routes also serving Gate 3 and Gate 5.
- Wayfinding: Organizers recommend using Waze for the exact route to your purchased lot number.
Rideshare and taxis
- Set your lot: Choose the event rideshare lot shown in your app or event guide. General tip is to use the same lot for drop-off and pick-up.
- Lot 44 option: Hard Rock Stadium lists Lot 44 at Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex as a rideshare location with shuttle access to the venue.
Walking from drops and shuttles
- From Lot 14 or Lot 16 shuttle drops: expect a short, stewarded walk to nearby gates including 14, 3 and 5.
- From closer paid lots: inner lots around the stadium can be a 5-15 minute walk depending on your gate and stand.
Public transit note
Miami-Dade Metrorail does not serve the stadium directly. For rail-based travel during the GP, the dedicated Brightline + shuttle link via Aventura Station is the recommended option.
Airports and long-distance travel
- Miami International Airport MIA → Hard Rock Stadium: roughly 14-18 miles by road, about 25-40 minutes depending on traffic.
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport FLL → Hard Rock Stadium: roughly 14-20 miles, often 20-35 minutes by road.
Accessibility
- ADA parking: Designated on-site ADA bays are available during the Grand Prix with accessible pick-up points in stadium lots. Book early and follow the instructions on your parking confirmation.
Gate quick guide - what is nearest
- Lot 14 drop: best for Gate 14 and nearby grandstands.
- Lot 16 drop: convenient for Gate 3 pedestrian bridge area and surrounding zones.
- Additional shuttle drops: some services also set down near Gate 5.
Always follow the lot number and gate printed on your e-tickets and pre-event emails for any last minute adjustments.
Nearby Activities
Things to do around Miami International Autodrome - Miami Gardens - Greater Miami - Florida (USA)
Whether you are here for the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, support series, club events, concerts or a stadium tour, this temporary road course wraps around Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens - placing you within easy reach of beaches, museums, parks and neighborhoods that are perfect for non race days.
Family friendly highlights near the circuit
- Oleta River State Park - North Miami: Calm mangrove trails, bike rentals and beginner friendly kayak - SUP on the bay.
- Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science - Downtown: Multi level aquarium and planetarium for a weather proof half day.
- Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM): Neighbor to Frost with bayside swings and kid friendly galleries.
- Miami Children’s Museum - Watson Island: Role play zones and STEM labs that work for hot or rainy afternoons.
- Jungle Island Adventure Park: Outdoor ropes courses and zip lines with skyline views nearby.
- Hard Rock Stadium tours: On select non event days, behind the scenes stadium tours operate. Schedules vary during race builds.
Museums, parks and tours often use timed entry on weekends and holidays. Morning slots help if you plan to be back for afternoon practice or qualifying.
Culture hits and rainy day winners
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens - Coconut Grove: Gilded age villa with shaded bayside gardens.
- Wynwood Walls - neighborhood murals: Outdoor - indoor street art complex with plenty of cafés and gelato stops.
- Little Havana - Calle Ocho: Domino Park, guayabera shops and Cuban coffee windows for a compact cultural loop.
- The Bass - Miami Beach: Contemporary art near Collins Park lawns and the beach.
- HistoryMiami Museum - Downtown: Local stories in an accessible format that pairs with the Riverwalk.
Eat and drink like a local
- South Florida staples: Cuban sandwiches, pastelitos, croquetas and cafecito for quick bites between sessions.
- Seafood: Stone crab in season, grilled snapper and ceviche on coastal menus from Miami Beach to Aventura.
- Food halls - patios: Wynwood, Design District and Lincoln Road offer kid friendly counters and shaded terraces. Reserve on headline weekends.
- Caribbean - Latin flavors: Haitian griot, Jamaican jerk, Colombian arepas and Peruvian pollo a la brasa dot neighborhoods near the stadium corridors.
- Race week tip: Friday - Saturday dinner tables near Aventura Mall, Sunny Isles and Midtown book fast during F1 weekend. Plan earlier seatings with families.
Active outdoors between sessions
- Miami Beach boardwalk: Long, flat oceanfront path for sunrise runs or stroller friendly walks.
- South Pointe Park - South Beach: Playgrounds, splash features and a pier with sunset views.
- Key Biscayne - Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park: Lighthouse climbs, calm beaches and picnic shelters on quieter shores.
- Everglades edge trips: Short airboat tours in western Miami-Dade on calm mornings. Great wildlife in cooler months.
- Kayak - SUP: Rentals at Oleta River, Virginia Key or North Bay Village for protected paddles.
Easy day trips if you are extending your stay
- Fort Lauderdale - 30 to 60 minutes. Riverwalk, water taxi, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and family beaches.
- Key Largo taster - 70 to 110 minutes. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park glass bottom boat tours or snorkeling on calm seas.
- Deering Estate - 30 to 50 minutes. Historic houses, mangrove boardwalks and bay views.
- Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden - 30 to 45 minutes. Butterfly house, rainforest sections and broad lawns.
- Palm Beach sampler - 60 to 90 minutes. Norton Museum of Art, Worth Avenue arcades and quiet beaches just north.
- Biscayne National Park - 45 to 75 minutes. Guided boat trips to reefs and keys on select schedules.
Times are approximate and rise on headline weekends. Boat tours, lighthouses and gardens may require dated tickets with last entry cutoffs.
When to go and what to expect
- Peak motorsport - The F1 weekend in early May brings concerts, fan zones and full hospitality villages. Hotels from Miami Beach to Aventura fill Thursday - Sunday.
- Weather - Tropical. Warm to hot year round. May starts the humid season with possible afternoon downpours. November - April is drier and most comfortable. Pack sunscreen, a hat, breathable layers and a light rain shell.
- Seasonal notes - Spring festivals and school breaks raise demand. Sea turtle season runs spring - summer with evening beach protections in some areas.
Practical notes during race weeks
- Stadium campus operations: Temporary bridges, security screening and rerouted walkways alter normal routes. Allow extra time to cross the circuit footprint.
- Heat - hydration: Grandstands and promenades are exposed. Bring refillable bottles, electrolytes, sunglasses and a compact umbrella for sun or a shower.
- Flexible plan: Slot indoor backups like Frost or PAMM if a storm cell passes. Showers usually move through quickly.
- Family packing list: Ear protection for children, sun protection, quick dry footwear for splash fountains and grippy shoes for bleachers.
- Event rhythm: Evening hospitality and concerts can run late. If you are traveling with kids, consider earlier dinners and morning museum slots.
Attraction hours, museum ticketing, boat tour schedules and race week stadium campus access can change - check official event and venue sites for your exact dates.
Hotels & Accommodation
Location:
Miami Gardens, Florida, USA
Track Info
Miami International Autodrome - Miami Gardens, USA
Temporary circuit around Hard Rock Stadium - anti clockwise - 19 corners with three DRS zones
When was the track built?
Developed specifically for Formula 1 within the Hard Rock Stadium grounds, the Miami International Autodrome threads service roads and new links around the NFL venue. The goal was a temporary track that feels permanent, with proper kerbs, TecPro and ample marshal posts while the complex hosts other events the rest of the year.
The circuit was fully resurfaced for 2023 to improve grip and racing lines. Subtle tweaks were made around the tight T14 15 chicane and pit entry, and the paddock footprint moved onto the Miami Dolphins field to create a central fan village feel.
When was its first race?
The venue’s first race was the 2022 Miami Grand Prix. Since then it has become a spring highlight in the F1 season with sprint formats used in some years and crowds filling the parkland, marina set and stadium stands.
What's the circuit like?
- High speed street vibe: Long full throttle phases bookend a technical middle sector. The layout rewards straight line efficiency and confidence over kerbs in the stadium complex.
- Three DRS zones: Activation after T9 toward T11, along the run from T16 to T17, and from T19 onto the main straight. Drivers can set up a pass into T17 and finish it at T1 if it does not stick first time.
- Trick chicane at T14 15: A slow left right under the turnpike flyover that punishes track limits and traction. Getting this right determines your launch to T16 and the long drag to T17.
- Grip evolution and heat: Fresh asphalt in 2023 helped, but the surface still rubbers in across the weekend. Heat and humidity test cooling packages and tyre management.
- Benchmark pace: Race lap record 1:29.708. Qualifying poles run in the mid to low 1:26s depending on conditions and era.
Lap records and benchmarks (by series)
- Formula 1 (race lap): 1:29.708 - Max Verstappen, 2023 Miami GP - current 5.412 km layout.
- Porsche Carrera Cup North America: 1:56.693 - Riley Dickinson, 2023 weekend benchmark on 992 GT3 Cup.
- W Series (Formula Regional car): 1:56.406 - Abbi Pulling, 2022 event.
- F1 Academy (F4 spec): 1:59.322 - Bianca Bustamante, 2024 Miami round.
- Ferrari Challenge: Regular North America rounds with 296 Challenge cars setting low 1:3x times on an alternate infield loop during non GP events.
Why go?
A festival style grand prix with big sightlines and a stadium core that keeps everything walkable. The faux marina, fan stages and food courts make it a destination even between sessions, while the long straights and heavy braking zones create genuine passing for race day drama.
Where's the best place to watch?
- Turn 1 grandstands: Starts, restarts and late brakers after the main straight DRS - classic divebombs and switchbacks.
- Turn 11 hairpin: End of the sinuous DRS run from T9. Great for inside feints and cutbacks into the stadium section.
- Turn 17 hairpin: Monster stop at the end of the longest flat out section. If a move does not stick here, watch the re attack into T1.
- Stadium section T12 16: See car placement and kerb work up close as drivers thread the slow chicane and launch toward T16.
- Marina complex T6 8: Fast direction changes with panoramic backdrops and plenty of slipstream formation on practice days.
Not just F1: North American and world series at Miami
Porsche Carrera Cup North America: Big grids and pro lineups produce tight trains and photo finishes into T11 and T17.
F1 Academy: The all female F4 championship brings close pack racing and plenty of wheel to wheel in the stadium complex.
W Series (2022): Launched the circuit’s support bill in its debut year with strong slipstream battles down the back straight.
Ferrari Challenge North America: Exploits the venue’s alternative loops and GP layout for sprint racing with booming V6 turbo sounds through the stadium.
Transportation & Parking
Getting to Miami International Autodrome - Hard Rock Stadium, Miami Gardens
Best options are Brightline train to Aventura Station + free event shuttle, pre-booked official parking with frequent shuttles, and designated rideshare drop zones. There is no drive-up parking purchase on arrival for the Grand Prix.
Brightline trains to Aventura Station + stadium shuttle
- Service pattern: Trains arrive and depart Aventura roughly hourly on race weekend.
- Free stadium shuttles: Depart Aventura Station about 10 minutes after train arrivals and return from the stadium about 1 hour before departures. Stadium set-down and pick-up is Lot 16 by the Gate 3 pedestrian bridge.
- Tip: Book your Brightline times early to lock in preferred shuttle windows.
Driving and parking
- Pre-book required: Official car parks must be purchased in advance. No on-the-day drive-up sales.
- Remote lots with shuttles: Free shuttle buses serve outlying lots such as 60, 62, 70, 95. Buses run about every 10 minutes during operating hours.
- Where shuttles drop: Most remote-lot services drop at Lot 14 for Gate 14 or Lot 16, with some routes also serving Gate 3 and Gate 5.
- Wayfinding: Organizers recommend using Waze for the exact route to your purchased lot number.
Rideshare and taxis
- Set your lot: Choose the event rideshare lot shown in your app or event guide. General tip is to use the same lot for drop-off and pick-up.
- Lot 44 option: Hard Rock Stadium lists Lot 44 at Betty T. Ferguson Recreational Complex as a rideshare location with shuttle access to the venue.
Walking from drops and shuttles
- From Lot 14 or Lot 16 shuttle drops: expect a short, stewarded walk to nearby gates including 14, 3 and 5.
- From closer paid lots: inner lots around the stadium can be a 5-15 minute walk depending on your gate and stand.
Public transit note
Miami-Dade Metrorail does not serve the stadium directly. For rail-based travel during the GP, the dedicated Brightline + shuttle link via Aventura Station is the recommended option.
Airports and long-distance travel
- Miami International Airport MIA → Hard Rock Stadium: roughly 14-18 miles by road, about 25-40 minutes depending on traffic.
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport FLL → Hard Rock Stadium: roughly 14-20 miles, often 20-35 minutes by road.
Accessibility
- ADA parking: Designated on-site ADA bays are available during the Grand Prix with accessible pick-up points in stadium lots. Book early and follow the instructions on your parking confirmation.
Gate quick guide - what is nearest
- Lot 14 drop: best for Gate 14 and nearby grandstands.
- Lot 16 drop: convenient for Gate 3 pedestrian bridge area and surrounding zones.
- Additional shuttle drops: some services also set down near Gate 5.
Always follow the lot number and gate printed on your e-tickets and pre-event emails for any last minute adjustments.
Nearby Activities
Things to do around Miami International Autodrome - Miami Gardens - Greater Miami - Florida (USA)
Whether you are here for the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix, support series, club events, concerts or a stadium tour, this temporary road course wraps around Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens - placing you within easy reach of beaches, museums, parks and neighborhoods that are perfect for non race days.
Family friendly highlights near the circuit
- Oleta River State Park - North Miami: Calm mangrove trails, bike rentals and beginner friendly kayak - SUP on the bay.
- Phillip and Patricia Frost Museum of Science - Downtown: Multi level aquarium and planetarium for a weather proof half day.
- Pérez Art Museum Miami (PAMM): Neighbor to Frost with bayside swings and kid friendly galleries.
- Miami Children’s Museum - Watson Island: Role play zones and STEM labs that work for hot or rainy afternoons.
- Jungle Island Adventure Park: Outdoor ropes courses and zip lines with skyline views nearby.
- Hard Rock Stadium tours: On select non event days, behind the scenes stadium tours operate. Schedules vary during race builds.
Museums, parks and tours often use timed entry on weekends and holidays. Morning slots help if you plan to be back for afternoon practice or qualifying.
Culture hits and rainy day winners
- Vizcaya Museum and Gardens - Coconut Grove: Gilded age villa with shaded bayside gardens.
- Wynwood Walls - neighborhood murals: Outdoor - indoor street art complex with plenty of cafés and gelato stops.
- Little Havana - Calle Ocho: Domino Park, guayabera shops and Cuban coffee windows for a compact cultural loop.
- The Bass - Miami Beach: Contemporary art near Collins Park lawns and the beach.
- HistoryMiami Museum - Downtown: Local stories in an accessible format that pairs with the Riverwalk.
Eat and drink like a local
- South Florida staples: Cuban sandwiches, pastelitos, croquetas and cafecito for quick bites between sessions.
- Seafood: Stone crab in season, grilled snapper and ceviche on coastal menus from Miami Beach to Aventura.
- Food halls - patios: Wynwood, Design District and Lincoln Road offer kid friendly counters and shaded terraces. Reserve on headline weekends.
- Caribbean - Latin flavors: Haitian griot, Jamaican jerk, Colombian arepas and Peruvian pollo a la brasa dot neighborhoods near the stadium corridors.
- Race week tip: Friday - Saturday dinner tables near Aventura Mall, Sunny Isles and Midtown book fast during F1 weekend. Plan earlier seatings with families.
Active outdoors between sessions
- Miami Beach boardwalk: Long, flat oceanfront path for sunrise runs or stroller friendly walks.
- South Pointe Park - South Beach: Playgrounds, splash features and a pier with sunset views.
- Key Biscayne - Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park: Lighthouse climbs, calm beaches and picnic shelters on quieter shores.
- Everglades edge trips: Short airboat tours in western Miami-Dade on calm mornings. Great wildlife in cooler months.
- Kayak - SUP: Rentals at Oleta River, Virginia Key or North Bay Village for protected paddles.
Easy day trips if you are extending your stay
- Fort Lauderdale - 30 to 60 minutes. Riverwalk, water taxi, Hugh Taylor Birch State Park and family beaches.
- Key Largo taster - 70 to 110 minutes. John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park glass bottom boat tours or snorkeling on calm seas.
- Deering Estate - 30 to 50 minutes. Historic houses, mangrove boardwalks and bay views.
- Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden - 30 to 45 minutes. Butterfly house, rainforest sections and broad lawns.
- Palm Beach sampler - 60 to 90 minutes. Norton Museum of Art, Worth Avenue arcades and quiet beaches just north.
- Biscayne National Park - 45 to 75 minutes. Guided boat trips to reefs and keys on select schedules.
Times are approximate and rise on headline weekends. Boat tours, lighthouses and gardens may require dated tickets with last entry cutoffs.
When to go and what to expect
- Peak motorsport - The F1 weekend in early May brings concerts, fan zones and full hospitality villages. Hotels from Miami Beach to Aventura fill Thursday - Sunday.
- Weather - Tropical. Warm to hot year round. May starts the humid season with possible afternoon downpours. November - April is drier and most comfortable. Pack sunscreen, a hat, breathable layers and a light rain shell.
- Seasonal notes - Spring festivals and school breaks raise demand. Sea turtle season runs spring - summer with evening beach protections in some areas.
Practical notes during race weeks
- Stadium campus operations: Temporary bridges, security screening and rerouted walkways alter normal routes. Allow extra time to cross the circuit footprint.
- Heat - hydration: Grandstands and promenades are exposed. Bring refillable bottles, electrolytes, sunglasses and a compact umbrella for sun or a shower.
- Flexible plan: Slot indoor backups like Frost or PAMM if a storm cell passes. Showers usually move through quickly.
- Family packing list: Ear protection for children, sun protection, quick dry footwear for splash fountains and grippy shoes for bleachers.
- Event rhythm: Evening hospitality and concerts can run late. If you are traveling with kids, consider earlier dinners and morning museum slots.
Attraction hours, museum ticketing, boat tour schedules and race week stadium campus access can change - check official event and venue sites for your exact dates.
