Nobody walks to Hard Rock Stadium from a hotel, and rideshares can't drop you at the gates. We match each base to the official shuttle hub or Brightline station it uses, and to the gate it gets you to.
**The Immediate Answer:** Pick your hotel by the shuttle you'll use, because no car, taxi or rideshare can drop you at the gates. The simplest base is **Hollywood**: the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino is the site of **Lot 70**, the promoter's northern shuttle hub, with free shuttles to **Gate 14** (The Beach). For a car-free trip, stay in **Downtown Miami**, **Fort Lauderdale** or **Aventura and Hallandale Beach** and use **Brightline** to Aventura Station, where a free shuttle runs to **Gate 3** (East Campus). **Miami Beach** works for a beach holiday, but it has the longest trip to the track.
The [2027 Miami Grand Prix](/f1/miami-grand-prix) runs **Friday 30 April to Sunday 2 May 2027**, Round 6, at the Miami International Autodrome, a 5.412 km, 19-turn circuit around Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens. Miami hosted a Sprint in 2026 but isn't one of Formula 1's 10 Sprint weekends in 2027: practice on Friday, practice and qualifying on Saturday, the race on Sunday. Formula 1 lists all 2027 session times as TBC.
1. How Fans Get In: Shuttle Hubs, Not Drop-Offs
The promoter's FAQ says anyone dropped off by a personal or chartered vehicle should go to an off-site rideshare lot and take a free shuttle. All rideshare lots are off-site. These are the shuttle hubs the promoter lists:
| Hub | Address | Shuttle goes to | Gate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lot 70 (north) | Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood | Lot 14 | Gate 14 (The Beach) |
| Brightline Aventura Station (east) | 19796 West Dixie Highway, Aventura | Lot 16 | Gate 3 (East Campus) |
| Lot 95 (south) | Golden Glades Transit Center, 16000 NW 7th Ave | Lot 16, then a 0.4-mile walk | Gate 3 (East Campus) |
Shuttles leave every 10 minutes, according to the promoter, and service times vary by day. Its rideshare page lists shuttle hours of 11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, without saying which year they're for. Use the same hub for arrival and departure. There are also walk-in drop-off lots: Lot 43 (2775 NW 183rd St) is a 1.3-mile walk to Gate 5 or Gate 3. If you drive, parking is pre-assigned to your ticket and has to be bought in advance through Account Manager; none is sold on the day. Our [Miami parking guide](/f1/miami-grand-prix/parking-guide) covers driving.
2. Check Your Gate Before You Book
The promoter's FAQ lists which zones each gate serves, and the shuttles only stop at Gate 3 and Gate 14. Grandstand prices are 3-day tickets, as listed for 2027 on f1miamigp.com in November 2026:
| Ticket | Zone | Gate for that zone | From (2027) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Start/Finish Grandstand | North Campus | Gate 1 | $1,125 |
| Turn 1 North Grandstand | North Campus | Gate 1 | $945 |
| Turn 18 Grandstand | West Campus | Gates 2 and 8 | $935 |
| Marina Grandstands | MIA Marina | Gate 5 | $730 |
| Beach Grandstands | The Beach | Gates 13 and 14 | $695 |
| Paddock Club, East Campus, Hard Rock Stadium | East Campus | Gate 3 | Not covered here |
For the Beach Grandstands, the Lot 70 shuttle drops you closest. For East Campus, the Brightline and Lot 95 shuttles do. For North Campus, West Campus or the Marina, you walk through the campus from Gate 3 or Gate 14. The promoter doesn't publish walking times inside the campus.
3. Hollywood: Sleep at the Lot 70 Shuttle Hub
**Best for:** Beach Grandstand tickets, fans flying into Fort Lauderdale (FLL), and anyone who wants one short shuttle ride and no train.
Lot 70 is at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 1 Seminole Way, Hollywood, which is also the hotel's address on Agoda. The promoter's Heineken Shuttle runs from Lot 70 to Lot 14, by Gate 14, every 10 minutes. Lot 70 is also the northern rideshare lot, so from another Hollywood hotel a short rideshare to Lot 70 gets you on the same shuttle. The nearest hotel on the promoter's official hotel listing is Quality Inn & Suites Airport/Cruise Port Hollywood, 4.6 miles from the stadium.
Other options: [hotels in Hollywood (FL) on Agoda](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&city=17809).
4. Aventura and Hallandale Beach: The Brightline Aventura Side
**Best for:** East Campus and Paddock Club tickets, and a quieter base between Miami and Fort Lauderdale.
Brightline Aventura Station (19796 West Dixie Highway) is the eastern shuttle hub. You can get there by train or by rideshare: the promoter's rideshare page marks the free shuttle from the station "highly recommended" for fans coming from the east. The shuttle drops you at Lot 16 for Gate 3 and brings you back from the same lot. Agoda files Aventura's hotels under Hallandale Beach. Two are on the promoter's official hotel listing: Hampton Inn by Hilton Hallandale Beach Aventura (1000 S Federal Hwy, 6.06 miles from the stadium) and Residence Inn by Marriott Miami Aventura Mall (19900 W Country Club Dr, 6.15 miles). Check how far your hotel is from the station before you book; we found no source for walking times.
Also here: [Hampton Inn Hallandale Beach-Aventura](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=75506), [JW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resort & Spa](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=2460502), or all [Hallandale Beach and Aventura hotels](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&city=78790) on Agoda.
5. Downtown Miami and Brickell: Brightline to Aventura
**Best for:** A car-free trip from Miami International Airport (MIA), and restaurants and nightlife in the evening.
Brightline runs race-weekend trains from Miami to Aventura. Book a departure marked with the **Hard Rock Stadium Connect** icon: those trains include the free shuttle to and from the stadium. Shuttles leave Aventura 10 minutes after each train arrives, and return shuttles leave Lot 16 one hour before each train departs. For the 2026 race, the promoter listed these Hard Rock Stadium Connect windows:
| Day (2026) | Arrivals at Aventura | Departures from Aventura |
|---|---|---|
| Friday 1 May | 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Saturday 2 May | 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. |
| Sunday 3 May | 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. | 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. |
2027 train times aren't published yet. On the promoter's official hotel listing, downtown and Brickell hotels are 12.5 to 14.5 miles from the stadium. If you'd rather take a rideshare, the southern hub is Lot 95 at Golden Glades.
More downtown and Brickell hotels: [citizenM Miami Worldcenter](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=81456873), [The Elser Hotel Miami](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=34557626), [Hampton Inn & Suites Miami/Brickell-Downtown](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=272162), [EAST Miami](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=1087063), or the whole [Downtown Miami / City Center area](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&area=26662) on Agoda.
6. Fort Lauderdale: Brightline South or a Short Ride to Lot 70
**Best for:** Fans flying into FLL and anyone watching the budget.
Fort Lauderdale has two ways in. Brightline runs race-weekend trains from Fort Lauderdale to Aventura, with the same free shuttle to Gate 3. Or take a rideshare south to Lot 70 in Hollywood for the shuttle to Gate 14. On the promoter's official hotel listing, downtown Fort Lauderdale hotels are 12.8 to 13 miles from the stadium, about the same as Downtown Miami.
Also downtown: the [Riverside Hotel](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&hid=2462053) on Las Olas Boulevard, or the whole [Fort Lauderdale City Center area](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&area=19231) on Agoda.
7. Miami Beach: Beach First, Longest Trip to the Track
**Best for:** Fans combining the race with a beach holiday who accept a longer trip each day.
No race shuttle leaves from Miami Beach. Each day you either take a taxi or rideshare to Brightline in downtown Miami (train to Aventura, then the shuttle), or a rideshare to one of the hubs, Lot 95 at Golden Glades or Brightline Aventura Station, for the shuttle to Gate 3. On the promoter's official hotel listing, the Miami Beach hotels at 4000 to 4343 Collins Avenue are 12.2 to 12.4 miles from the stadium, and Residence Inn Miami Beach Surfside is 9 miles.
Or browse [South Beach](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&area=58855) or [all Miami Beach hotels](https://www.agoda.com/partners/partnersearch.aspx?cid=1961797&city=18720) on Agoda.
8. How Far Each Area Is From the Stadium
Distances in miles from Hard Rock Stadium, as given in the promoter's official hotel listing in November 2026. Use them to compare areas, then check live prices below.
| Area | Miles from Hard Rock Stadium |
|---|---|
| Hollywood | 4.6 |
| Hallandale Beach | 6.1 |
| Aventura | 6.2 |
| Fort Lauderdale (airport) | 9.8 |
| Miami Beach | 12.2 to 12.4 |
| Downtown Miami | 12.6 |
| Fort Lauderdale (downtown) | 12.8 to 13.0 |
| Brickell | 14.5 |
9. Which Base Is Right for You?
| Base | How you get in | Gate | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hollywood (Seminole Hard Rock, Lot 70) | Lot 70 shuttle, or stay on site | Gate 14 | Beach Grandstands, FLL arrivals, fewest steps |
| Aventura and Hallandale Beach | Rideshare or Brightline to Aventura Station, then shuttle | Gate 3 | East Campus and Paddock Club tickets |
| Downtown Miami and Brickell | Brightline to Aventura, then shuttle | Gate 3 | Car-free from MIA, nightlife |
| Fort Lauderdale | Brightline to Aventura, or rideshare to Lot 70 | Gate 3 or Gate 14 | FLL arrivals, lower rates |
| Miami Beach | Rideshare to a hub, or Brightline from downtown | Gate 3 | Beach holiday first |
10. Getting From the Airport
- **Miami International (MIA) to downtown:** Take the MIA Mover to the MIA Metrorail station. As listed by Miami-Dade County in November 2026, the fare is $2.25 and Metrorail runs 5 a.m. to midnight. On weekdays, Orange Line trains run from the airport into downtown. On weekends, Orange Line trains only shuttle between the airport and Earlington Heights, where you change trains.
- **MIA to Miami Beach:** Metrobus Route 150, the Miami Beach Airport Express, runs from the MIA Metrorail station to Miami Beach (41st Street to South Pointe Drive) every 30 minutes, 6 a.m. to 11:40 p.m., for $2.25, as listed on miami-airport.com in November 2026.
- **Fort Lauderdale (FLL):** Brightline advertises an airport shuttle to its Fort Lauderdale station, but its pages blocked our checks, so we couldn't confirm the fare or hours. Check gobrightline.com. For Hollywood hotels, a taxi or rideshare is the short option.
11. How Many Nights to Book
- **Track days are Friday to Sunday,** 30 April to 2 May 2027. Check in on Thursday 29 April or Friday 30 April.
- **The race is on Sunday.** In 2026, the last Hard Rock Stadium Connect trains left Aventura at 9:00 p.m. on Sunday. If you're flying out, book Sunday night too.
- **2027 session times are still TBC** on formula1.com.
12. What You Can Bring
These rules are from the promoter's policies page and FAQ, as listed in November 2026. Your ticket allows one entry with no re-entry, so pack for the whole day before you leave the hotel.
- **Bags:** clear bags up to 12" x 6" x 12", or small bags and fanny packs up to 4.5" x 6.5". Bag check is near Gates 3, 5, 8 and 14, payable by card only, and closes 60 minutes after the gates close.
- **Water:** one factory-sealed plastic water bottle of 20 oz. or less, an empty plastic or silicone container up to 32 oz., or an empty hydration pack with no pockets. There are free water stations across the campus. Coolers, glass and thermoses are banned.
- **Also banned:** aerosol cans (sunscreen sprays included), seat cushions (except for medical needs), large umbrellas, chairs, selfie sticks and video cameras.
- **Cash:** not accepted, and there are no ATMs. Cash can be turned into prepaid Visa cards at Guest Experience Headquarters.
- **Taxis home:** taxis wait outside Gate 4 on NW 199th Street after track activity ends, first come, first served.
Our pack for Miami, from our [F1 race weekend packing list](/collectors-gear/f1-race-weekend-packing-list-2026):
- [Clear bags](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07BLJL9P1?tag=tracksidecult-20). Check the size against the 12" x 6" x 12" limit before you buy.
- A [sunscreen stick](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DMC6ZRJZ?tag=tracksidecult-20) instead of a spray, since aerosols are banned.
- A [rain poncho](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076ZHMR3S?tag=tracksidecult-20) instead of an umbrella.
- A [high-capacity power bank](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJBQBB7F?tag=tracksidecult-20): your ticket, parking pass and train ticket are on your phone, and the venue is cashless.
- [Ear protection](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GQF3WCN?tag=tracksidecult-20).
For routes and parking in more detail, see our [Miami F1 access guide](/guides/miami-f1-access). Comparing clubs and suites? See our [Miami VIP hospitality guide](/guides/miami-vip-hospitality). Planning the budget? The [Miami trip cost calculator](/tools/f1-trip-cost-calculator/miami) adds up tickets, travel and hotel. Going to another US race? See [where to stay for Las Vegas](/guides/las-vegas-where-to-stay).
Where is the best place to stay for the Miami Grand Prix?
Hollywood, at or near the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, for the Lot 70 shuttle to Gate 14. For a car-free trip, Downtown Miami, Fort Lauderdale or Aventura, using Brightline to Aventura Station and the free shuttle to Gate 3. Miami Beach has the longest trip.
When is the 2027 Miami Grand Prix?
Friday 30 April to Sunday 2 May 2027, Round 6. It isn't a Sprint weekend in 2027. Session times are TBC.
Can you walk to Hard Rock Stadium from a hotel?
Not in practice. The promoter's system is shuttles from off-site hubs: Lot 70 in Hollywood, Brightline Aventura Station and Lot 95 at Golden Glades. The walk-in drop-off lots are up to 1.3 miles from a gate.
Where do Uber and Lyft drop off for the Miami Grand Prix?
All rideshare lots are off-site. The promoter recommends Lot 70 (1 Seminole Way, Hollywood) from the north, Brightline Aventura Station from the east and Lot 95 (16000 NW 7th Ave) from the south, each with a free shuttle every 10 minutes.
How does Brightline work for the Miami Grand Prix?
Book a train to Aventura marked with the Hard Rock Stadium Connect icon. A free shuttle leaves 10 minutes after each arrival for Lot 16 and Gate 3. Return shuttles leave Lot 16 one hour before each train departs.
Is it better to stay in Miami or Fort Lauderdale for the Miami Grand Prix?
Downtown hotels in both cities are about 12.5 to 13 miles from the stadium, and both have Brightline trains to Aventura. Fort Lauderdale is closer to FLL. Downtown Miami is easier from MIA by Metrorail.
Can I bring a water bottle to the Miami Grand Prix?
Yes: one factory-sealed plastic bottle of 20 oz. or less, or an empty plastic or silicone container up to 32 oz. Thermoses and glass are banned. There are free water stations.
Can I buy parking on the day?
No. Parking is pre-assigned to your ticket and must be bought in advance through Account Manager.
How We Researched This Guide
Race dates, the round, the circuit and the 2027 format come from [formula1.com](https://www.formula1.com/en/racing/2027/miami) and Formula 1's [2027 calendar announcement](https://www.formula1.com/en/latest/article/formula-1-reveals-calendar-for-2027-season-with-10-sprint-events.5J8ePLyjRuMyWEIDNUKgY4). Shuttle hubs, gates, parking, Brightline train windows, grandstand prices and carry-in rules come from the promoter's [rideshare](https://f1miamigp.com/rideshare/), [parking](https://f1miamigp.com/parking-lots/), [Brightline](https://f1miamigp.com/general/brightline/), [FAQ](https://f1miamigp.com/the-circuit/faqs/), [grandstand](https://f1miamigp.com/tickets/grandstand/) and [policies](https://f1miamigp.com/policies/) pages. Distances come from the promoter's official hotel listing (November 2026), and hotel names and addresses from Agoda. Brightline Aventura Station details come from [gobrightline.com](https://www.gobrightline.com/train-stations/fl/aventura), and airport transit from [Miami International Airport](https://www.miami-airport.com/public-transportation.asp) and [Miami-Dade County](https://www.miamidade.gov/global/transportation/metrorail.page). All checked on 8 November 2026. Several transport details are from earlier races, so confirm with the official sites before you travel.