If you are one of those people who are considered car enthusiasts, you are probably always on the lookout for some great places to visit that are conducive to driving a flashy car in style. Here are the five best places for car enthusiasts around the world:
Italy’s Modena
Italians take their cars seriously and this is reflected in the culture of Modena. Its Ferrari Museum is known all over the world and attracts locals and tourists alike. With the purchase of the appropriate museum package, you will be able to test drive the Ferrari of your dreams. In addition, the museum offers shuttle bus tours that give you a glimpse into the Viale Enzo Ferrari and the Fiorano Test Track. The museum’s modular exhibition stands hold cars you’ll remember for years to come.
The Monaco French RivieraÂ
The main reason you might want to go to Monaco to feed your enthusiasm for cars is that you will find one of the world’s classic Grand Prix circuits there. The end of May is the perfect time to go if you can get tickets to the racing action of the Grand Prix. Stick around for the Formula One Grand Prix and view some classic cars throughout the event. And while you are there, consider visiting both the Casino de Monte Carlo and the wildlife museum Musee Oceanographique de Monaco.
Northamptonshire’s Silverstone
A visit to the UK should include a store in Silverstone, located in Northamptonshire. The frequent home of the British Grand Prix, Silverstone has a rally school where you can sign up to experience what it is like to drive a race car on a real track. For a real treat, make it a point to attend at least one British Grand Prix, as they will continue to be held in Silverstone through at least the year 2026, when the event’s current contract with the city expires.
Bonneville Salt Flats
If you want to further your enthusiasm for cars without having to leave the United States, a visit to Utah is in order. The legendary Bonneville Salt Flats are found there and true to the name, the area is flat land with a specific space marked off where salt covers the ground. The Flats mark where a lake dried up. The salt covered land is now the site of the August Speed Week, which takes place for six days every August. At the event, you will have the opportunity to speak with crew members as well as race car drivers and to see the race cars up close. You are even permitted to walk into the pits. And while you are visiting the Bonneville Salt Flats, you will also be able to see the site of the Bonneville Speedway.
Daytona
Every true car enthusiast has or will likely eventually experience the world famous Daytona 500. In Southern Florida, the Daytona 500 is attended every year by car enthusiasts from all over the world. While you are there for the race, be sure to experience the Fanzone, where you can meet the drivers and explore the garages the race cars are kept in. This insider access to the inner workings of the race is an experience that every car enthusiast owes it to themselves to have.
Conclusion
Whether you visit one of these locations or all of them, you may find that they reignite your love of cars and keep you on the edge of your seat.
