Yas Island
Abu Dhabi's island of thrills - home to Ferrari World and its record-breaking rollercoaster, waterparks, a Warner Bros park and the Formula One grand prix circuit.
Updated 2 October 2026
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Yas Island is Abu Dhabi's purpose-built island of leisure and thrills, packed with some of the region's biggest attractions. It is home to Ferrari World, whose Formula Rossa is one of the fastest rollercoasters in the world, alongside the Yas Waterworld and Warner Bros World theme parks, the SeaWorld marine park, and the Yas Marina Circuit that hosts the Abu Dhabi Formula One Grand Prix each year.
Highlights
- Ferrari World - the theme park and its record-breaking rollercoaster.
- Yas Waterworld - the large waterpark of rides and slides.
- Warner Bros World - the indoor, air-conditioned theme park.
- The F1 circuit - the Yas Marina Grand Prix track.
When to go
November to March for pleasant weather for the outdoor and water parks; the indoor parks are comfortable year-round in the heat. The Formula One Grand Prix, usually in late November or December, is a huge draw but books up far ahead.
Good to know
Each park charges a separate, hefty ticket, so a full Yas Island visit adds up quickly. It is a manufactured entertainment complex rather than a cultural sight, best for families and thrill-seekers. Summer heat pushes visitors to the indoor and water parks. It is near the airport, easy to reach.
Nearby
The Louvre and the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque are in Abu Dhabi; Dubai is about an hour away.
What to pack for Yas Island
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- Comfortable walking shoes - Sightseeing means kilometres of pavement and cobbles daily. Find on Amazon
- Modest clothing - Shoulders and knees covered - the single most common requirement. Find on Amazon
- A slim anti-theft daypack - Zips that close properly; keep it in front in crowds and on transit. Find on Amazon
- A scarf or shawl - To cover the head or shoulders on entry; women especially at mosques. Find on Amazon
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