Circuit of the Americas: events, getting there and where to stay
Circuit of the Americas is a race circuit in Austin, about 18 km from the centre. It hosts 2 of the events we cover, including Grand Prix of the Americas (Austin), United States Grand Prix. Below: dates, how to get there, where to stay nearby and what to do around it.
Circuit of the Americas in short
- Type
- Race circuit
- Where
- Austin, United States, about 18 km from the centre
- Events we cover
- 2
- Next up
- Grand Prix of the Americas (Austin), 23 to 25 April 2027
- Getting there
- COTA is 25 km southeast of downtown Austin. Official shuttles run from downtown (Republic Square) and are the fastest option; rideshare queues after the race last hours.
Events at Circuit of the Americas
Austin, United StatesMotoGP22 Oct 2027United States Grand Prix
Austin, United StatesF1
Getting to Circuit of the Americas
COTA is 25 km southeast of downtown Austin. Official shuttles run from downtown (Republic Square) and are the fastest option; rideshare queues after the race last hours.
Shuttles from downtown Austin are the easiest way in.
Austin-Bergstrom (AUS) is 15 minutes from downtown and 15 minutes from COTA.
Public transport directions to Circuit of the Americas
Where to stay near Circuit of the Americas
| Budget | Where | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | East Austin and the airport | Rentals and chains. |
| Mid-range | South Congress | Shops, music and food trucks. |
| Splurge | Downtown and Lady Bird Lake | High-rise hotels. |
Three hotels we would book
- Budget: Hampton Inn Austin Airport
- Mid-range: Hotel San José
- Splurge: Four Seasons Hotel Austin
Things to do near Circuit of the Americas
Free hours before or after an event: the best-rated tours and activities in Austin.
Evenings
Weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Daylight (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 3°C | 58 mm | 10 h 23 min |
| February | 18°C | 5°C | 45 mm | 11 h 05 min |
| March | 23°C | 9°C | 73 mm | 11 h 55 min |
| April | 27°C | 14°C | 63 mm | 12 h 52 min |
| May | 30°C | 18°C | 111 mm | 13 h 40 min |
| June | 34°C | 22°C | 78 mm | 14 h 05 min |
| July | 35°C | 24°C | 60 mm | 13 h 55 min |
| August | 36°C | 24°C | 63 mm | 13 h 14 min |
| September | 32°C | 21°C | 87 mm | 12 h 18 min |
| October | 27°C | 14°C | 95 mm | 11 h 23 min |
| November | 21°C | 9°C | 59 mm | 10 h 35 min |
| December | 17°C | 4°C | 49 mm | 10 h 12 min |
Questions people ask
What events are held at Circuit of the Americas?
Grand Prix of the Americas (Austin), United States Grand Prix.
How do I get to Circuit of the Americas?
COTA is 25 km southeast of downtown Austin. Official shuttles run from downtown (Republic Square) and are the fastest option; rideshare queues after the race last hours.
When is the next big event at Circuit of the Americas?
Grand Prix of the Americas (Austin), 23 to 25 April 2027.
Where should I stay near Circuit of the Americas?
South Congress: Shops, music and food trucks.