Bahrain International Circuit
Bahrain International Circuit
4.5
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Monday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sunday
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
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- Cormac McCaugheyNorthampton, United Kingdom424 contributionsF1 visitGood facility for the F1. The Beyon stand had some great views of the track - sitting to the left A or B is probably a better view. Catering facilities were good, toilets were clean, seats gave all the spectators a comfortable view. Getting in and out of the circuit can be problematic - arriving early and leaving a little later advised.Visited March 2024Travelled as a coupleWritten 2 March 2024
- Adam FWhyteleafe, United Kingdom45 contributionsOne of the best F1 circuits I’ve been toHere for the F1 in 2024 and on the whole a very good circuit. Food was overpriced as you would expect, no surprise really, but there was a good variety. Facilities at the circuit are very good and clean. Certainly the cleanest toilets at any F1 circuit I’ve been to. Transportation to the circuit was excellent, especially if you’re staying in one of the hotels where the bus starts from. Transportation from the circuit was chaotic to say the least, there needs to be better organisation of what buses go where otherwise you end up here, there and everywhere trying to figure it out.Visited March 2024Travelled soloWritten 3 March 2024
- Abovetheclouds2,321 contributionsMainly closed off if there is nothing going on.If your not going to see the Grand Prix or an event, you can see part of the circuit and an overview from the top. Not much. Unlike some circuits in other countries, you can still go in or maybe do a tour. Here however, most of it is closed off if there is nothing going on. Worth a quick stop though for a few photographs.Visited March 2024Travelled soloWritten 30 March 2024
- shrina p8 contributionsBest circuit tour!Circuit tour was absolutely amazing. 1 hour with a tour guide, showing us all the behind the scenes F1 highlights. We were driven around the track in an AC van. My 15 year old was buzzing after this. Gift shop is lovely. Well pricedVisited August 2024Travelled with familyWritten 26 August 2024
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Stephanie2743
Lilongwe, Malawi139 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
The go-karting is very fun. It was my first time doing go-kart and I enjoyed the experience!
However, beware their policy that only closed-toe shoes can be worn on the track, which I wasn’t aware of as it was my first time go-karting. When I first made my reservation, I didn’t notice this in the terms and conditions on the fine print of their website, easily missed. I then made a *non-refundable* payment on their website and noticed this as a requirement when they sent the confirmation email after the non-refundable payment was made. Unfortunately I did not have any closed-toed shoes as I am only visiting Bahrain and don’t have closed-toed shoes with me.
When I arrived at the race track, the staff at the reception informed me that no closed-toed shoes were available for rent and I would have to purchase shoes at the very high price of BD 15 (about USD 40), which is even higher than the BD 11 go-karting price (about USD 29). They also refused to refund me if I chose to cancel the session. Perhaps the most disconcerting was the attitude of the receptionist staff - cold, unfriendly, and unsympathetic.
Overall, I had fun go-karting but felt like they were extracting me for money, which really spoiled my experience and left me with a bad taste in my mouth. My suggestions are as follows:
(1) Make closed-toed shoes available for free, or for rent at a small fee. Most other similar high-adrenaline experiences that I have done will offer closed-toed shoes for free if clients do not have them - they recognize that mistakes happen and they want their clients to still have the best experience possible. By contrast, I felt that by providing ONLY an option to purchase BD 15 shoes, and no option for a refund, they were taking advantage of the opportunity to make more money rather than focusing on a positive experience for the client.
(2) Make it very obvious on the website that closed-toed shoes are required. This shouldn’t be fine print tucked away on one of the webpages, but rather in large font on the booking page *before* the customer makes a non-refundable payment. Otherwise it is very easy to miss. If I had known, I might have not booked this experience at all, rather than spend an unexpected BD 15 just to buy shoes I might wear only once and never again.
(3) Reinforce customer service values with the receptionist staff, as I was shocked by how cold, unsympathetic, and unfriendly they were to the situation. This reinforced my perception that they were mostly interested in making money off of me, and not treating me as a customer with whom to build a relationship. I know they’re not responsible for their company’s policies or website, but at minimum showing some sympathy would have been nice, and their lack of empathy made a bad situation even worse.
However, beware their policy that only closed-toe shoes can be worn on the track, which I wasn’t aware of as it was my first time go-karting. When I first made my reservation, I didn’t notice this in the terms and conditions on the fine print of their website, easily missed. I then made a *non-refundable* payment on their website and noticed this as a requirement when they sent the confirmation email after the non-refundable payment was made. Unfortunately I did not have any closed-toed shoes as I am only visiting Bahrain and don’t have closed-toed shoes with me.
When I arrived at the race track, the staff at the reception informed me that no closed-toed shoes were available for rent and I would have to purchase shoes at the very high price of BD 15 (about USD 40), which is even higher than the BD 11 go-karting price (about USD 29). They also refused to refund me if I chose to cancel the session. Perhaps the most disconcerting was the attitude of the receptionist staff - cold, unfriendly, and unsympathetic.
Overall, I had fun go-karting but felt like they were extracting me for money, which really spoiled my experience and left me with a bad taste in my mouth. My suggestions are as follows:
(1) Make closed-toed shoes available for free, or for rent at a small fee. Most other similar high-adrenaline experiences that I have done will offer closed-toed shoes for free if clients do not have them - they recognize that mistakes happen and they want their clients to still have the best experience possible. By contrast, I felt that by providing ONLY an option to purchase BD 15 shoes, and no option for a refund, they were taking advantage of the opportunity to make more money rather than focusing on a positive experience for the client.
(2) Make it very obvious on the website that closed-toed shoes are required. This shouldn’t be fine print tucked away on one of the webpages, but rather in large font on the booking page *before* the customer makes a non-refundable payment. Otherwise it is very easy to miss. If I had known, I might have not booked this experience at all, rather than spend an unexpected BD 15 just to buy shoes I might wear only once and never again.
(3) Reinforce customer service values with the receptionist staff, as I was shocked by how cold, unsympathetic, and unfriendly they were to the situation. This reinforced my perception that they were mostly interested in making money off of me, and not treating me as a customer with whom to build a relationship. I know they’re not responsible for their company’s policies or website, but at minimum showing some sympathy would have been nice, and their lack of empathy made a bad situation even worse.
Written 7 August 2024
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Mario V
Santiago, Chile195 contributions
Dec 2019 • Couples
...and if in March, when the famous F1 race is going on even better. While visiting the place I bought tickets for the coming race. I’m already looking forward! Also during the month of December the place is busy with National Day celebrations.
Written 18 January 2020
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Andrew O
Frinton-On-Sea, UK71 contributions
Mar 2023 • Friends
We went to all 3 days of the 2023 F1 Grand Prix weekend. The facilities at the track are excellent so would fully recommend you making the effort to come in 2024. Only downside is the extortion on taxi fares returning in the evening. Taxis are always supposed to run on meters but this rule seems to have some flexibility. Be prepared to pay BD 30 - 50 to return to Manama…
Written 6 March 2023
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issueskid
Coventry, UK1,557 contributions
Mar 2022 • Business
I recently worked here for almost a week at the F1 pre-season test. Compared to the regular test location in Barcelona this circuit is really nice. Spacious, good facilities and friendly staff.
Media food was free, wifi, lan and power supplies were all available. Bottled water was free in the media centre.
Only downside really is the security checks which feel pretty pointless. Staff insist on putting your bags through an X-ray scanner and if they don’t fit they have a quick look in them. Body scanners went off virtually every time I walked through them and they just waved me through.
The circuit provides shuttle busses but walking around the service roads and the surrounding areas makes getting around various sections of the track pretty easy.
Media food was free, wifi, lan and power supplies were all available. Bottled water was free in the media centre.
Only downside really is the security checks which feel pretty pointless. Staff insist on putting your bags through an X-ray scanner and if they don’t fit they have a quick look in them. Body scanners went off virtually every time I walked through them and they just waved me through.
The circuit provides shuttle busses but walking around the service roads and the surrounding areas makes getting around various sections of the track pretty easy.
Written 14 March 2022
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mmb7508
uk36 contributions
Mar 2022
Went to the 2022 F1. Disorganized doesn't even come into it, the queues for everything are ridiculous, food and drink.
Barely any stewards in the stands, this meant that pretty much people were just sitting where they wanted and were standing 3 or 4 deep at the front railings blocking the view for everyone.
Would not go back, also it was $150 each just for a pass to go into the bar for alcohol.
Barely any stewards in the stands, this meant that pretty much people were just sitting where they wanted and were standing 3 or 4 deep at the front railings blocking the view for everyone.
Would not go back, also it was $150 each just for a pass to go into the bar for alcohol.
Written 22 March 2022
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Nеlli R
Moscow, Russia402 contributions
Apr 2024 • Solo
Everything is intuitive, from buying a ticket, instructions and the rides themselves) it’s very cool! The track is super) I’m going karting for the second time in my life, and the first time was 20 years ago :D, it was a little scary, the race lasted 15 minutes - at the 6th minute I already felt the karting with 13 horsepower - and already there was adrenaline and drift!!! A must visit! Emotions overflowing)))
Written 11 April 2024
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Birol Bali
Istanbul, Türkiye575 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
The **Bahrain Grand Prix**, held annually at the Bahrain International Circuit in Sakhir, is one of Formula 1's premier races. Introduced in 2004, it was the first Formula 1 event in the Middle East. The race often takes place under floodlights, creating a spectacular night-time event. Known for its challenging track layout, high-speed straights, and tight corners, it attracts top teams and drivers from around the globe. The Grand Prix is a highlight in Bahrain’s sporting calendar, drawing motorsport fans worldwide.
Written 9 December 2024
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Adam F
Whyteleafe, UK45 contributions
Mar 2024 • Solo
Here for the F1 in 2024 and on the whole a very good circuit. Food was overpriced as you would expect, no surprise really, but there was a good variety.
Facilities at the circuit are very good and clean. Certainly the cleanest toilets at any F1 circuit I’ve been to.
Transportation to the circuit was excellent, especially if you’re staying in one of the hotels where the bus starts from. Transportation from the circuit was chaotic to say the least, there needs to be better organisation of what buses go where otherwise you end up here, there and everywhere trying to figure it out.
Facilities at the circuit are very good and clean. Certainly the cleanest toilets at any F1 circuit I’ve been to.
Transportation to the circuit was excellent, especially if you’re staying in one of the hotels where the bus starts from. Transportation from the circuit was chaotic to say the least, there needs to be better organisation of what buses go where otherwise you end up here, there and everywhere trying to figure it out.
Written 3 March 2024
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Rayan
1 contribution
Mar 2023 • Friends
A friendly waterpark open for everbody kids youngsters family everyone can enjoy the water park . Weather today is perfect not cold not hot thats why we enjoy our day today and now waiting for the dj at the beach. Highly recommended waterpark here in bahrain.
Written 17 March 2023
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Cormac McCaughey
Northampton, UK424 contributions
Mar 2024 • Couples
Good facility for the F1. The Beyon stand had some great views of the track - sitting to the left A or B is probably a better view. Catering facilities were good, toilets were clean, seats gave all the spectators a comfortable view.
Getting in and out of the circuit can be problematic - arriving early and leaving a little later advised.
Getting in and out of the circuit can be problematic - arriving early and leaving a little later advised.
Written 2 March 2024
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Sunshine12779927773
Hakmana, Sri Lanka
How is the public transport back to manama after race
Written 1 December 2023
Pretty good, K hotel or gULF HOTEL, to track bad back. You dont need to stay there to us the transport its free and very efficient!
Written 6 December 2023
Is the dragster experience available in July 2021 ?
Written 18 July 2021
كم أسعار تذاكر قياده الكارتنج وكم مده القياده؟
Written 22 December 2019
Hello, I have been trying in vein to find such a tour as describe by you. How can you book it?
Thank you for the answer
Regards
Written 12 September 2019
It is nit difficult to be in F1 Bahrain. Buy a ticket on line through BIC website.
Book a hotel in Sofitel Hotel.. 3 mins away .. or in the Wyndham Grand Manama or any 4 star hotels.
These hotels will take you to F1 Circuit everyday as part of their welcome service.
Otherwise, just take a taxi and ask the driver to BIC Circuit.
Bahrain is a very welcoming country. The people are hospitable.
Written 16 September 2019
Attraverso quale sito è possibile prenotare la visita al circuito e un turno di kart? Grazie
Written 24 August 2019
Provi sul sito del circuito: BIC Bahrain International Circuit! Nn sono sicuro diano la possibilità di prenotare ma sicuramente ci saranno informazioni a riguardo. Saluti
Written 25 August 2019
Are you limited to staying in the grandstands or can you walk around the track and get other vantage points?
Written 22 January 2018
You can walk around. Pit pass is extra. A box seat is a great way to watch. The last box as they come out of the pit is best. Food and alcohol is provided. We had a package deal with room and box seats. It was one in a lifetime event but worth it. We got autographs of both Mercedes drivers while there.
Written 23 January 2018
may i know the price per head and details for the ride..?? as i will be visint bahrain on 2nd with my frwinds..??
Written 21 August 2017
I payed about 25$ but I'm not sure about all the prices now !!! You can visit their website to book is better and cheaper
Written 6 September 2017
aladasgifts
Leesburg, Florida
As a woman traveling to Bahrain for the F1 race in April, I would like to know how to dress for this event and traveling to and from the event.
Written 14 January 2017
Bahrain is a modern country and is open to all cultures. You can wear whatever attire that suits you. Generally ladies wear short skirts and sleeveless tops for Grand Prix event. Some young girls wear jeans and shirts. So you can dress up however you want to. Bahrain is an open country. You will have a lot of fun here.
Written 15 January 2017
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