Grab your helmet and get ready for an adventure like no other with these destinations you can visit to live out your Formula One fantasies
Have you ever wished that you could become a racing legend like Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, or Michael Schumacher? Get ready to go out on a quest that combines your love of F1 with the excitement of discovering new places. From thrilling race tracks to places that hold viewing parties for Grand Prix weekends, here is a selection of great spots that will make any gearhead’s heart race.
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Clark International Speedway
@raycutie_ come go karting with us at Clark International Speedway ποΈπ¨ππ #gokart #gokarting #gokarts #gokartracing #gokarttrack #clarkpampanga #pampanga #clarkinternationalspeedway #fastandfurious #dateideas #fyp #foryoupage β¬ Tokyo Drift – Xavier Wulf
The Clark Freeport Zone in Pampanga is home to the permanent 4.189-kilometer-long Clark International Speedway. The FIA has fully licensed this circuit as a Grade 4 course, ensuring the best possible racing experience. With a counterclockwise pattern, it also boasts a whopping 18 turns that will push drivers to their limits. This epic destination is also the venue for different adrenaline-fueled racing events, including the Philippine GT Championship, the Philippine Touring Car Championship, and the National Drag Racing Championship. For a starting price of PHP 1,500, racers can experience the thrill of tearing through the track at high speeds.
Drift Motor Speedway
@daniel_bernas Had a lot of fun learning to Go Kart at @DriftMotorSpeedway ποΈπ₯ #tiktoksportsph #gokart #gokarting β¬ original sound – Ian Asher
Just a short drive from Metro Manila, the Drift Motor Speedway is located at the Valley Fair Town Center on Ortigas Avenue Extension in Taytay, Rizal. It has an expansive indoor go-kart track that caters not only to seasoned thrill-seekers, but also to budding speedsters as young as five years old. It has wide glass windows that provide spectators with a clear view of all the action as well. With this kind of track, showing support for your friends and loved ones is definitely possible.
The Brickyard by Lilβs Hobby Center
@pat_ugc Discovering a unique date spot in Glorietta! π Who knew The Brickyard could be a fun and unexpected date place? ποΈ We each built and raced Tamiya cars β so cute! ππ¨ Building the cars together was the best part, quality time even in silence. π Staff and other builders were super friendly and helpful too. π€ Check out our Tamiya race day adventure! π #DateIdeas #UniqueDateSpot #TamiyaCars #BuildingMemories #CouplesFun #QualityTime #BrickyardGlorietta #UGCPh #UGCPhilippines β¬ original sound – Pat | UGC Creator β¨π΅π
If you want to feel the excitement of a race without actually entering the track, the Brickyard is the place to go. You can go by yourself or invite a friend to experience the fun of customizing an automobile exactly how you want it to be. With a massive racing circuit to satisfy your urge for speed, you and your fellow racers can pump that rush into your little 4WDs. The Brickyard by Lil’s Hobby Center may currently be found on the second floor of Ayala Malls Vertis North Building 4 and the third floor of Glorietta 2.
Mansion Sports Bar and Lounge
@justgotfed F1 watch party only at the Mansion Sports Bar and Lounge #justgotfed #MansionSportsBar #MSB #FLive #FormulalAustrianFP β¬ Golden Agreement – Chris Alan Lee
For Formula One enthusiasts in Metro Manila, a trip to the Mansion Sports Bar and Lounge on Palanca Street in Legazpi Village is a must. In addition to their mouthwatering cuisine, they also host viewing parties on race weekends. Its modern interior, which includes a tequila bar, a beer bar, a VIP room, a karaoke room, and other entertainment options, makes it a perfect spot for after-work drinks and special occasions.
Hobby Stadium
@aragreeen Watching F1 GP @Hobby Stadium β¬ Criminal (Instrumental, No Brass) – The Young Ebenezers
Hobby Stadium is another recommended destination for F1 fans, and it can be found in New Manila, Quezon City, specifically at 84 DoΓ±a Hemady St., near the corner of E. Rodriguez Sr. Not only do they host race weekends, but they also organize amazing activities for collectors and lovers of other sports, such as basketball, football, and MMA. You can even choose from a broad variety of food options, so you won’t go hungry while cheering on your favorite racing driver.
Karrera Showroom
Concluding our journey through automotive havens, we arrive at a destination that promises a perfect blend of comfort and thrill: the Karrera Showroom cafe. Located at Block 10, Filinvest, Alabang, this is an ideal place for car enthusiasts and collectors to spend an afternoon with a cup of coffee and some browsing through automotive magazines, exclusive merchandise, and fine art.
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