2013 Australian MotoGP - ticketing guide
So far, the 2013 MotoGP season has thrown up more than a few thrills and spills, and while there's no Casey Stoner battling it out this year, the season has been no less exciting.
Marc Marquez has stunned in his rookie year, Jorge Lorenzo and Dani Pedrosa have had their championship charges slowed by injuries, while Valentino Rossi has finally returned to the winner's podium this year after a couple of lean seasons with Ducati.
Given his performances so far, there's every chance that Marquez could wrap up the title at Phillip Island, so there's even more reason to attend this year's event.
Behind the factory prototypes and satellite machines, the CRT bikes have been having their own battle, with Bryan Staring flying the Aussie flag in this section of the field.
The 2013 Tissot Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix at Phillip Island is scheduled for October 18 - 20. If you haven't got yourself, your bike, and most importantly, your tickets, organised, you better get a move on!
At time of publication, all the corporate VIP packages and grandstand seating options were still available, but generally sell out in advance of the event. While the following information was correct at time of printing, we strongly advise checking the availability of all these options before you make further plans.
2013 Tissot Australian Motorcycle Grand Prix - Phillip Island, October 18 - 20
GENERAL ADMISSION*
All general admission ticket prices are unchanged from 2012. If you plan to just make a day of it, have local accommodation already sorted, or can travel back and forth to the Phillip Island circuit each day, this is the cheapest and easiest option. You can book general admission tickets online through www.motogp.com.au
Adult Concession
Friday $45* $25*
Saturday $75* $50*
Sunday $95* $60*
Season (3-Day) $160* $85*
Family Ticket (2 adults, 2 children)
Friday $90* N/A
Saturday $150* N/A
Sunday $190* N/A
Season (3-Day) $320* N/A
Children under 5 admitted free.
*All general admission ticket prices are based on cash purchase from the circuit, or Grand Prix Travel Offices. Tickets purchased by other means may attract delivery and credit card fees.
GENERAL ADMISSION TICKET & COACH PACKAGES*
Make your journey to and from the Phillip Island circuit easy with a combined coach and general admission ticket. Single day and 3-day packages are available, with buses departing from a number of locations for the circuit, at various times. Departure locations include Federation Square in Melbourne's CBD (Thursday - Sunday), Clayton and Cranbourne (Sunday only), as well as Ballarat and Geelong (Sunday only).
Adult Concession
Friday from $84* from $59*
Saturday from $114* from $84*
Sunday from $134* from $94*
Season (3-Day) from $218* from $113*
*Separate Catch-a-Coach tickets, both one way and return, are also available if you've already purchased your general admission ticket. Check www.motogp.com.au for full details and Ts & Cs on all coach travel options.
GP HUB
As an upgrade to your General Admission ticket, the GP Hubs, located at turn 1 (The Garage) and Bass Strait sections of the Phillip Island circuit, allow you to shelter from the weather, have a drink, check out the TV screen viewing, or just take a load off between races.
The Garage $120 - for 3 days
Revamped for 2013, The Garage hub provides great views of all the turn 1 excitement, with giant TV screens, cash bar and relaxing furniture.
Bass Strait Hub $90 - for 3 days
The Bass Strait Hub features a marquee with unreserved tables and chairs, undercover seating and cash bar.
NOTE: GP Hub tickets are an upgrade to your general admission or grandstand ticket. GP Hub tickets DO NOT allow entry to the event.
GRANDSTAND SEATING
See more of the action, all from the comfort of your own reserved seat, with a number of undercover and open grandstand ticket options available at various points of the circuit.
Doohan Pavilion $450/person - 3 days
(undercover)
Located outside of Turn 2 - views of Turn 1, 2, 3, 4.
The premier undercover grandstand ticketing option, this stand includes access to an exclusive undercover marquee with cash bar, food, beverages and private TV screens. Complimentary breakfast included each day from 9:00AM - 10:00AM.
Stoner Pavilion $390/person - 3 days
(open)
Located at Turn 12 - views of turns 9 through 12, this stand includes access to an undercover marquee located at the rear of the stand.
Includes access to cash bar, food & beverages and private TV screens. Complimentary breakfast included each day from 9:00AM - 10:00AM.
Gardner Straight $390/person - 3 days
(undercover)
Located on Gardner Straight - views of pitlane garages and start/finish line.
Right on the main straight and directly opposite the winner's podium, this undercover grandstand offers great views with weather protection. Seats are limited for this stand.
Gardner Straight $290/person - 3 days
(open)
Located on Gardner Straight - views of pitlane garages and start/finish line.
Right on the main straight alongside the covered stand, this open grandstand offers great views and is close to bars, food stalls and merchandise outlets.
Bass Strait $290/person - 3 days
(open)
Located between Turns 2 & 3 - views of Turn 2, Turn 3, with infield superscreen viewing.
Positioned on the outside of the track at the lowest point of the Phillip Island circuit, this stand is close to bars, food stalls and merchandise outlets.
Lukey Heights $290/person - 3 days
(open)
Located between Turns 9 & 10 - views of turns 2 through 12, located at the highest point of the circuit, this grandstand offers fantastic views of most of the track.
With prime views of turns 9, 10 and 11,you're sure to catch some first lap mayhem from this stand, too. Located close to bars, food stalls and merchandise outlets.
Siberia $290/person - 3 days
(open)
Located between Turns 6 & 7 - views of turns 3 through 8, with close-up infield superscreen viewing.
Positioned on the outside of the track at Siberia's turn 6, this stand is close to bars, food stalls and merchandise outlets.
NEW Supercross Grandstand $25/person - Friday only
$50/person - Saturday only
$50/person - Sunday only
$80/person - 3 days
(open)
Located at Supercross track, between Turns 9 and 11 - A new addition for 2013, the popularity of the Supercross at last year's MotoGP has led to the addition of a grandstand this year.
Combined General Admission and Supercross Grandstand seating options are also available, ranging from $70/person (adult) up to $240/person (adult) or $50 to $165 concession. See the event website for full pricing and further details.
NOTE: Supercross grandstand seating is an ADDITIONAL upgrade to General Admission and Grandstand seating tickets and offers views of the Supercross track ONLY.
All Phillip Island grandstand seating options usually sell out fast, so move fast to get yours!
CAMPGROUND
Two well-equipped campgrounds offer easy access to the circuit, free parking, general store, hot showers, plus nightly live entertainment - the full MotoGP experience! Both campground options have wheelchair accessible toilet and shower facilities. Prices are up $5 from 2012.
Adult Concession
Trackside - bikes & tents only $125 $70
Highside - cars, motorhomes, $95 $50
tents, caravans, etc.
Note: Campground tickets do not allow entry into the event. To access the campgrounds, a circuit entry ticket PLUS a campground ticket must be presented upon arrival at the campground ticket office.
VIP PACKAGES
For the full corporate VIP experience, these ticketing options are the way to go.
With circuit entry, reserved seating, buffet lunches each day (Friday, Saturday & Sunday), morning/afternoon teas, selected beverages, and cash bar for spirits, plus TV/superscreen viewing for some options, event program, vehicle parking and more, Pit Roof VIP packages are the ultimate way to enjoy the Australian MotoGP in comfort.
Pit Roof VIP Village - Platinum $1,700/person - 3 days
Positioned above the garages, right near the start/finish line (at the southern end of the main pit building), the Platinum VIP Village features an undercover window-fronted enclosure with reserved seating, with exclusive access to the south-facing viewing deck. Unlimited use of the VIP Hospitality shuttle bus, free program, vehicle parking, and a pit lane walk each day is also included.
Pit Roof VIP Village - Gold $1,500/person - 3 days
Positioned above the garages, with viewing decks at the northern and southern ends. Unlimited use of the VIP Hospitality shuttle bus, free program, vehicle parking, and a pit lane walk each day is included.
Pit Roof VIP Village - Silver $1,170/person - 3 days
Positioned above the garages, with viewing decks out over the start/finish straight. The Pit Roof Silver Package features unlimited use of the VIP Hospitality shuttle bus, free program and vehicle parking. A pit lane walk (Friday only) is also included.
In addition to the Pit Roof VIP Hospitality, there are a couple of other VIP options located at key points of the Phillip Island circuit, offering comfortable undercover seating, buffet meals each day and more.
Champions Club $1,070/person - 3 days
Located at Turn 4 (Honda) infield, Champions Club offers expansive views from Southern Loop to Siberia. Features include reserved indoor seating, outdoor viewing area, flatscreen TV viewing, superscreen viewing, full hot buffet lunch service, morning/afternoon tea, selected beverages, cash bar for spirits, vehicle parking, unlimited use of VIP Hospitality shuttle bus, even sunscreen and earplugs!
High Octane Club $920/person - 3 days
Located at the Turn 10 (MG) infield, the High Octane Club offers views onto Lukey Heights and two of the track's most challenging turns. Features include reserved undercover seating, outdoor garden viewing area, flatscreen TV viewing, superscreen viewing, full hot buffet lunch service, morning/afternoon tea, selected beverages, cash bar for spirits, vehicle parking and event program.
VIP Hospitality packages are always popular, and usually sell out well in advance of the event, so book your ticket now to make sure you don't miss out!
To purchase tickets online, get further details, and to confirm availability on all options listed here, please go to www.motogp.com.au. NOTE: Conditions apply for all ticket purchases. See the website for full details.
The Australian MotoGP website also has details on coach services, airport buses, train services and other transport options, as well as combined travel and accommodation packages. Check www.motogp.com.au for availability and further details.
NOTE: All information correct at time of posting (03/09/2013), but will be subject to change in lead up to the event.
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