A Formula 1 exhibition has landed in Melbourne and here’s what you can expect

‘F1: The Exhibition’ has zoomed into town for a limited run
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By Olivia Hart for Time Out in association with Formula 1 Exhibition
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Vroom vroom! F1: The Exhibition is making its Australian debut at the Melbourne Convention Centre this summer following sell-out seasons around the world. 

Spanning six expansive galleries, you can get a peek under the hood at this motorsports' past and future. Expect a turbocharged experience and an exclusive look at the brand-new "seventh gallery", which is dedicated to Australia’s very own racing legends including Jack Brabham, Alan Jones and – of course – Melbourne local Oscar Piastri. 

Here’s what you’ll find in the other six galleries: 

Once Upon a Time in F1

This specially-built gallery will take you through some of the sport's most defining moments, with historic and modern cars, never-before-seen artefacts and footage from films and interviews on display. Don’t leave without a go at the fun racing simulator in which you can quite literally step into the driver's seat. 

Design Lab

Learn how F1 teams build new cars in this factory-style space that offers a rare look behind the scenes.

Drivers and Duels 

Trace the seminal and champion-defining moments of the sport's long history. With more than 100 helmets on display, interactive games, and a hall of fame, this race-circuit themed room is sure to rev your engines. 

Revolution by Design 

Feast your eyes on some of the most legendary cars in history and discover the innovations that pushed the sport into new territory, as well as the tech shaping what comes next.

Survival 

In a powerful tribute to the people who’ve worked to make the sport safer, this gallery centres on Romain Grosjean’s fiery 2020 crash, with parts of the scorched car on display alongside his gloves and boots.

Pitt Wall

Wrap up your visit with a cinematic sprint through some of Formula 1’s most unforgettable moments.

F1: The Exhibition is on now until April 19. Tickets start from $49.90 for adults and $24.90 for children, with free entry for ages under five. Weekends sell out quickly, so snap up your tickets now or snag the early-bird or off-peak discounts here

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