Dubai Autodrome, situated in MotorCity, is the UAE's first complete motorsports complex, opening to the public in 2004. It has since grown into a hub for motorsport events, corporate events, and adrenaline-pumping activities. The complex boasts a 5.39 km FIA-approved circuit, karting circuits, and a variety of activities for professionals and amateurs.

Circuit Overview

The Dubai Autodrome is now a center for motorsport in the Middle East and the site of a traditional season-opening 24-hour GT and touring car race. The circuit has extensive asphalt run-off areas and an electronic surveillance system with total coverage of the entire circuit to race control.

Key features are:

  • Opened October 2004
  • Based at Dubailand, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
  • FIA sanctioned 5.390 km (3.349 mi) motorsports track

Track Configurations

The track has six separate configurations – four racing and two additional non-racing sections, which may operate at the same time, securely, and separately from each other. The four racing circuits that have pit areas access are:

  • Grand Prix course
  • International Course
  • National Course
  • Club Course

The two handling tracks are:

  • Hill Handling Course
  • Oval Handling Course

Facilities and Amenities

Dubai Autodrome-Club Circuit boasts modern facilities for drivers and spectators alike. The paddock provides ample space for preparation and maintenance by teams. The pit lane features technology that supports quick pit stops. Various grandstands encircle the circuit, providing views of the on-track action, and VIP lounges and hospitality suites provide a top-of-the-range experience. A karting circuit is also housed within the Dubai Autodrome complex.

If you rent a car, you can also drive within Dubai and explore its tourist attractions.

Kartdrome

The Kartdrome has an outdoor 1.2 km track with 17 turns, including a bridge and tunnel, to challenge a driver. The track can handle 40 cars simultaneously and offers services required for karting. The facility hosts UAE championship karting and has also hosted rounds of the Biland World Finals and the Middle East Karting Championship.

Racing Events and Championships

The Dubai Autodrome-Club Circuit hosts racing activities throughout the year, inviting local and international drivers. It has been a fixture on the calendar for the Dubai 24 Hour endurance race and hosts national and regional championships, including the UAE ProCar Championship and the UAE GT Championship.

Race Experiences

Dubai Autodrome provides a variety of driving experiences, such as the Ferrari GT Experience, where you are able to drive a Ferrari around the race track.