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Yas Island

Theme parks, the Grand Prix circuit and a full day out.

Area guide

Yas Island is Abu Dhabi's entertainment district — the Formula 1 circuit, four major theme parks, a waterfront marina and Yas Mall all within a few minutes of each other. It is an easy drive from Al Reem Island, and most visitors make a day of it.

Highlights

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Ferrari World Abu Dhabi

The indoor park under the red roof, home to some of the world's fastest coasters.

Warner Bros. World in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Warner Bros. World

Fully indoor and air-conditioned — the reliable choice in summer.

Yas Waterworld in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Yas Waterworld

Slides, a surf break and a lazy river across a large Emirati-themed water park.

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

SeaWorld Abu Dhabi

Marine life zones and a research and rescue centre on the same island.

Yas Marina Circuit in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi

Yas Marina Circuit

The Grand Prix track, open year round for karting, track nights and tours.

What's nearby

Places worth the short trip from Yas Island.

Ferrari World

The red-roofed Ferrari park, built around Formula Rossa, the world's fastest rollercoaster. Forty-plus attractions, most under cover. Ride Formula Rossa first, before the queue builds.

  • 10-15 min from Yas Mall, Oct-Apr
  • free Yas Express Y1 or Y2

Prices are not published online - book through the official site. Up to 10% off seven or more days ahead; parking included.

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Warner Bros. World

The region's largest fully indoor theme park: six lands from Gotham City to Bedrock, more than thirty rides, entirely air-conditioned. The obvious choice on a 45-degree afternoon.

  • adjacent to Yas Mall
  • free Yas Express Y1 or Y2

Prices and hours are not published online - book through the official site. Three Harry Potter lands are announced but not yet open.

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Yas Waterworld

Sixty-plus slides and rides themed on Emirati pearl-diving legend, from lazy rivers to a slide with a cannon. Around 2,500 wristband lockers, so you can travel light.

  • free Yas Express Y1 or Y2

Proper swimwear is required and enforced - no street clothing, denim or exposed metal. Mostly outdoors, so go early in summer.

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SeaWorld Yas Island

An indoor, multi-level marine park built around the world's largest multi-species aquarium, with over a hundred animal presentations and a working rescue centre. Air-conditioned throughout.

Prices and hours are not published online - book through the official site. Allow a half-day; every ticket funds the rescue centre.

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Yas Marina Circuit

The Formula 1 circuit, open to the public most of the year for karting, track days, venue tours and the free TrainYAS running and cycling nights. Under-12s go free on tours.

  • free Yas Express Y3

Most experiences need booking and prices vary by experience. Closed shoes for karting; expect closures around the Grand Prix, 3-6 December 2026.

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Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque

The UAE's largest mosque in white marble, at its best floodlit after dark. Tourists must pre-book a free online access pass; dress rules are enforced at the gate.

  • 25-30 min by taxi

AED 10 for visitors from outside the UAE, AED 5 with Emirates ID, free for over-60s. Sat-Thu 09:00-20:30.

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Times are approximate.

Getting there

Around 25 minutes from Al Reem Island by car or taxi; close to Zayed International Airport.

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