The famous TT Mountain Circuit is made up of almost 40 miles of public roads that are closed for qualifying and race sessions.

The list of areas where spectating is restricted or prohibited is regularly updated to further improve safety for fans, marshals and competitors. You will be able to download a complete guide to restricted and prohibited areas for the 2011 Isle of Man TT shortly before the festival starts. Please pay attention to signs warning an area is restricted or prohibited and if a marshal or other race official asks you to move, do as you are asked and please don’t argue with them – they are looking after your safety.

Although entry to some areas is prohibited or restricted, there are still loads of great vantage points around the course where you can watch the action for free.

Some residents, charities and local organisations will lay on special spectator areas and grandstands – for instance the hugely popular Braddan Bridge area – with great views and facilities such as toilets and refreshments. You may be asked for a small entrance fee or donation.

However, for the ultimate Isle of Man TT experience you must watch at least one session from TT Grandstand in Douglas. This iconic building offers unrivalled views of the start/finish line and the 170mph-plus stretch as the racers complete one circuit and blast towards Bray Hill and another lap of the course.

You also have clear views of the pit lane, where races have been won and lost, and the podium where the top three from each race will receive their trophies, laurels and champagne.

The TT Grandstand is adjacent to the paddock, where you can watch the teams at work and meet some of the competitors. The Grandstand is also home to the scrutineering area, where you can watch the machines being inspected, press centre, where the top riders are grilled after each race, and much more.

Behind the TT Grandstand you will find a wide range of refreshments on offer, toilets and shops selling TT and other motorcycle-related merchandise, including clothing, pictures, DVDs and more.

There’s also ample parking within easy walking distance of the TT Grandstand.

Early in 2011 tickets for Grandstand seating as well as the exclusive TT VIP Club will be on sale through the iomtt.com shop. If you would like to find out more about reserving seating or VIP hospitality, please contact the Official Travel Partner of the Isle of Man TT.