Martinsville Speedway

Built as a dirt track back in 1947, Martinsville Speedway is now a well-known racing course that hosts the NASCAR Nextel Cup. For several decades, adrenaline-filled fans have watched sports cars zip past on this track, which is shaped like a paper clip with hairline turns. Pick up a guest guide on your way in, to familiarize yourself with the surroundings. Then arm yourself with your tickets, binoculars and an ice-box, gearing up for some thrilling action.