It’s about to be that time of the year again, when the crowds gather at the Marina Bay Street Circuit to watch some of the world’s best compete in the Singapore Grand Prix. Ahead of the race and the F1 concert, here’s something to fuel your excitement – the Formula 1 Exhibition in Singapore.
Following runs in cities overseas, Singapore will be the 11th city and 1st in Asia to host this exhibition. The exhibition opened on 23rd July 2026, and if you’re not sure yet if you should head down, here’s everything you can expect from the Formula 1 Exhibition.
The Formula 1 Exhibition is an immersive show that celebrates the 76-year history of the sport. It has been exhibited in 10 cities so far, such as London, Vienna, Buenos Aires, and most recently, Melbourne. Besides landing on our shores just ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, the F1 Exhibition in SG is also the 1st time it’s being held in Asia.
From cars driven by champions themselves to archival footage, the exhibition will take you through 7 rooms that highlight how the sport has evolved over the years. Aside from the history of Formula 1, you’ll also be able to have a glimpse of what it’s like as an F1 driver as you customise your own helmet, celebrate a win on the podium, and race the Marina Bay Circuit in an F1 simulator.
The exhibition kicks off with a journey into the sport’s most defining moments in Once Upon A Time In Formula 1. You’ll get to learn the history of the sport as well as spot iconic memorabilia. Of course, the highlights will be the legendary historical cars all lined up in a row.
Enter the hall, and you’ll be greeted by the Williams FW15 designed by Adrian Newey and built by Williams Grand Prix Engineering for the 1993 Formula One World Championship. The car made its debut in the 1993 South African Grand Prix, where it secured 1st with Alain Prost behind the wheel.
There was a time when Toyota was developing cars for F1, the last of which is on display at the exhibition. The Toyota TF109 made its debut in 2009 at the Algarve International Circuit. With Timo Glock behind the wheel, this car finished 2nd in the 2009 Singapore Grand Prix, with other notable wins including Jarno Trulli’s 2nd place in the Japanese Grand Prix.
At the end of the hall is the Lotus E21. This “beauty” made its debut in the 2013 Formula 1 season and most notably secured a victory at the Australian Grand Prix, as well as a podium finish at the Singapore Grand Prix with 2007 World Champion Kimi Räikkönen behind the wheel.
In case you didn’t know, the cars that raced in the 2012 season were criticised for being “ugly” due to the design of the noses. The 2013 technical regulations thus allowed teams to use a “modesty panel” to cover the nose of the car for aesthetic purposes. However, the Lotus E21 was launched without the modesty panel as the team felt that the added weight was not worth the aesthetic qualities. Ugly nose or not, this car saw 14 podium wins by the end of the season.
You might be familiar with the race cars and racers, but how much do you know about their history? The installation within the same room is also decked out with tidbits about Formula 1 history, including an interactive screen where you get to learn about how the race cars have evolved over the years.
The next installation is Revolution By Design, where you’ll get to learn more about the design of the cars and how technology has evolved over the years. Spot dismantled vehicles and parts of cars driven by drivers such as the front wings of the McLaren MCL36A and Lando Norris’ race seat from his 2021 run.
You’ll also get to view the Lotus 25, known for its revolutionary design as the first fully stressed monocoque chassis to appear in F1. Driven by Jim Clark, this vehicle saw 14 World Championship Grand Prix wins.
Fun fact: The Lotus 25 was the first F1 car to use Esso fuel.
The BAR Honda 005, designed by Geoff Willis, sits right in the middle of this room. Notable racers include Jenson Button and Jacques Villeneuve, with this being the very car that Button drove when he scored the team’s highest finish with a 4th place in Austria, clinching an overall 5th in the Constructors’ Championship.
Here’s where things get a little more exciting. We usually only get to see the exterior of the cars, but in the Design Lab, you’ll be able to spot the individual parts and components. From learning about Pirelli’s tyre technology to aerodynamics, you’ll get a deeper understanding of what goes into building a race car.
There’s even a video illustration on display with a Mercedes power unit that lets you learn more about the modern hybrid formula.
Arguably the star of the exhibition is the Red Bull RB7. Designed by Adrian Newey and powered by the Renault RS27 V8, the car was considered an all-rounder. Technicalities aside, this is the very car that Sebastian Vettel drove when he dominated the 2011 season. With the Red Bull RB7, Vettel won a total of 11 Grand Prix, the Singapore Grand Prix included, and secured his 2nd consecutive Drivers’ Championship.
The bold design is complemented by the classic colours of Red Bull – definitely a car you wouldn’t want to miss as an F1 fan.
We ventured into the next room, Drivers & Duels, and were greeted with race helmets lining the walls as well as iconic race suits that stole the spotlight. There are over 50 helmets on display here, including those worn by current F1 stars like Alex Albon.
Keep an eye out for race suits as well, especially those worn by champions such as Sebastian Vettel, Lewis Hamilton, and Max Verstappen, alongside their matching helmets.
Aside from learning how art and safety go into the creation of a helmet, you’ll get to design your very own helmet at an interactive station. From colours to decals and even your name, you’ll be able to customise your own racing helmet from start to finish. When you’re done, you can scan the QR code to save your helmet design to your phone.
The F1 Exhibition definitely doesn’t lack in interactive elements. At the end of this room, you’ll find a station that lets you see yourself decked out in your favourite team’s race suit.
Select which team you’ll want to “race” on, stand in front of the camera, and you’ll be transported onto the podium where you are, of course, 1st. We had our fun trying out different poses for our imaginary wins.
Formula 1 fans will be familiar with the 2020 Bahrain crash, where Romain Grosjean escaped from a fiery crash that tore his car into pieces. The Survival Room revisits the dramatic incident, where you’ll get to see footage of Grosjean escaping, actual pieces of the car, and Grosjean’s own boots and gloves.
Here, you’ll also find a background of the Marina Bay Street Circuit and a replica of the podium for you to snap a photo.
Step into Pit Wall and you’ll be able to catch archival footage spanning Formula 1’s 76-year history. The immersive show spans 3 walls and lasts for about 5 minutes.
Step into Singapore Drive for a deep dive into the Lion City’s contributions to motorsport. This is an exclusive installation made specially to honour the Singapore Grand Prix, which officially joined the Formula 1 calendar in 2008 as the 1st night race.
There’s also a feature of notable racers who have raced in Singapore or call the island home. With 8 podium wins at the Singapore Grand Prix, Sebastian Vettel is known as “The Lion of Singapore”, and here, you’ll get to view his Ferrari suit on display.
In case you didn’t know, there are Singaporeans who have made or are making a name for themselves in motorsport. Spot special tidbits on drivers such as Christian Ho, an F3 driver who has secured 5 wins, 7 poles, and points totalling 291. You’ll even get to view an Alpine suit worn by Kabir Anurag, with the 19-year-old being the 1st Singaporean to be recruited into the Alpine driver development programme.
Once you’re done with the exhibition, you can take a piece of it home with you at the Gift Shop. From official drivers’ t-shirts to books on the history of the sport, the gift shop is an experience in itself as you’ll get to try on hats and snap photos in the mirror.
BTW, it’s also open to non-ticket holders, so for those who wish to return to get memorabilia without having to purchase a ticket, you’ll be able to do so.
If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like behind the wheel of a racing car, you can get a taste of the sport at the Fastest Lap Racing Simulator, which takes you around the Marina Bay Circuit. This is an add-on to your ticket for $20. While the price may seem steep for a 7-minute simulation, you’ll get to have a glimpse of what it’s like racing on Singapore’s own Formula 1 circuit.
Unlike the real roads outside, you won’t need a driving licence for this one. Anyone above 130cm tall can hop in, making it a fun experience for young racing fans eager to live out their F1 dreams.
Entry to the exhibition begins at $29 for children and $49 for adults. Student concession tickets are also available starting from $40.
Tickets for the F1 exhibition can be purchased via Ticketek, with pricing across Peak, Standard, and Flexi sessions.
Prices for General Admission tickets are as follows:
| Ticket Type | Adult | Child (ages 5-12) | Student Concession (ages 13-17) |
| Peak | $61 | $32 | $52 |
| Standard | $51 | $31 | $42 |
Flexi tickets grant you access to any session on your chosen date, excluding 9th-12th October 2026. This means that you don’t have to arrive at a fixed time, unlike general admission ticket holders.
| Ticket Type | Adult | Child (ages 5-12) | Student Concession (ages 13-17) |
| Flexi | $71 | $42 | $62 |
For those looking to get the full Formula 1 experience, opt for the Pole Position ($111), which includes a Flexi Ticket, an F1 exhibition mug, tote bag, fast-track queue access, digital photo package, lanyard, and a ticket to the Fastest Lap Simulator Experience.
The Fastest Lap Simulator Experience ($20) can also be added onto your ticket before checkout.
The Formula 1 Exhibition is held at Gardens by the Bay, located right between Satay by the Bay and the Marina Barrage.
To get there, hop on the train to Gardens by the Bay MRT Station and exit via Exit 1. For those intending to drive, the nearest car park is available at Satay by the Bay as well as Marina Barrage.
One handy tip before you go: make a pit stop at the toilets at Gardens by the Bay MRT Station or Marina Barrage. There aren’t any public toilets within the exhibition venue itself, so it’s best to sort that out before you head in.
The exhibition opened on 23rd July 2026, and while there’s no end date announced just yet, it makes for the perfect lead-up to the Singapore Grand Prix this October.
Before you race down, download the official Companion application (App Store | Google Play). Simply toggle on your location permissions for the app when you’re at the exhibition, and it’ll be able to detect which room you’re in for information on the displays and even special tidbits and interviews from drivers.
Admission: From $49
Venue: Gardens by the Bay
Date: From 23rd July 2026
Time: 11am-8pm, last admission 8pm
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