How about visiting Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates for your next family vacation? To maximize your stay, time your visit with significant upcoming events in Abu Dhabi, like the Abu Dhabi leg of the Formula 1 races.
Don’t worry if you’re not a motorsports fan, though, because something worthwhile is always happening in Abu Dhabi. At any given time, there could be a musical, stand-up comedy show, golf tournament, UFC battle, boxing match, theatrical production, or concert at any of the city’s indoor and outdoor arenas.
Even if shows are not for you, you’ll find something to love and do in Abu Dhabi. Visit Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, as it has some of the best theme parks in the UAE.
4 Notable Theme Parks in Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Yas Island has four theme parks. They are Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, SeaWorld, and Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi.
1. Ferrari World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Ferrari World in Yas Island is a Ferrari-branded theme park, the first of its kind worldwide. Did the news about Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari astound, exhilarate or distress you? As long as any news about Scuderia Ferrari concerns you, you must visit Ferrari World. Here, you will find rollercoasters inspired by your favorite Ferrari supercars.
Are you not a fan of Ferrari or Formula 1 racing? It’s okay. You’d still love Ferrari World if you like theme parks in general and rollercoasters in particular.
Ferrari World has the fastest rollercoaster in the world: Formula Rossa. Surely, that’s worth ticking off any travel bucket list? Aside from Formula Rossa, there’s Turbo Track, Flying Aces, Fiorano GT Challenge, and even a 5D mega-coaster, Mission Ferrari.
Ferrari World also has signature experiences you can try. You can take a walking tour of the iconic red roof, race with your family at the Karting Academy, and drive a Ferrari.
To sum it up, Ferrari World in Abu Dhabi [A1]is a destination you must absolutely plan for if you love:
- Rollercoasters
- Ferrari supercars
- Formula 1
- Scuderia Ferrari
- Theme parks
2. Yas Waterworld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Yas Waterworld is a mega water park spread over 37 acres. The design is inspired by the Emirati culture, particularly the UAE’s pearl-diving heritage. With more than 40 slides and attractions, Yas Waterworld is something every member of the family will enjoy.
Yas Waterworld will cool you down fast, even in the desert summer heat. If you love water parks, Yas Waterworld is a must, and these are five of the must-try attractions at this theme park:
- Dawwama: Dawwama is the world's largest six-person tornado water slide, a gravity-defying, adrenaline-pumping water tornado.
- Liwa Loop: Liwa Loop is a high-intensity, free-fall slide. A trap door opens beneath your feet, catapulting you down a covered chute in a near-vertical descent.
- Cinesplash: Cinesplash is a 5D water cinema that combines engaging stories with awesome water effects.
- Bubbles Barrel: Surf big barrel waves as much as you want with the help of a double rip curl wave machine.
- Hamlool’s Humps: It’s a speed slide with two humps that will plunge you 10 stories down.
3. SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
SeaWorld Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, the newest theme park to open in Yas Island, emphasizes the importance and wonder of the interconnected marine world. It’s home to the UAE’s first
dedicated marine research, rescue, and rehabilitation center.
What is there to see here? A lot, actually.
- The world’s biggest multi-species aquarium: You’ll find the world’s biggest multi-species aquarium at Endless Ocean. It is home to over 68,000 marine animals and contains 25 million liters of water.
- Eight realms: Endless Ocean is one of the ocean realms in SeaWorld Yas Island. There’s also the Abu Dhabi Ocean, One Ocean, Arctic, Antarctica, Rocky Point, Tropical Ocean, Endless Ocean, and MicroOcean. Most realms have been engineered to mimic the natural habitats of their marine residents (e.g., penguins, dolphins, sea lions) to ensure the animals will be as comfortable as possible.
- Animal experiences: You and your family can wander around the Juhani Village to experience the world of walruses, feed the sea lions, observe dolphins in Coconut Bay, and gaze in wonder at the incredible viewing opportunities (including the one-of-a-kind Endless Vista) at the Endless Ocean aquarium.
- Expeditions, rides and interactive experiences: How about an encounter with a dugong, walrus, sea lion, penguin, or sea otter? Walk underwater on the Seaventure tour. Ride the Manta Coaster, featuring a zero-gravity flip and 17 airtime moments.
4. Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi
Warner Bros. World Yas Island, Abu Dhabi is an all-indoor theme park, the largest indoor theme park in the region, in fact. It is a family theme park with both kiddie and thrill rides. It’s a pop culture-themed park, particularly on Warner Bros. World TV, comics, and movie characters.
What does it offer? Here are a few examples.
- 6 themed lands: The lands include the iconic Warner Bros. Plaza, Batman’s Gotham City, and Superman’s Metropolis. A Harry Potter-themed land is coming soon.
- 29 cutting-edge rides: The rides include the Fast and Furry-ous, a Roadrunner and Wile E. Coyote-themed inverted roller coaster. There's also a good mix of 3D, 4D, and 5D immersive experiences. Virtual experiences are a big draw at Warner Bros. World.
- Interactions with movie, TV and cartoon characters: Interact with Batman, Superman, Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and many more characters.
Visit Abu Dhabi
Have a family vacation coming up?
Visit Abu Dhabi, particularly Yas Island, as it has some of the best attractions in the UAE capital, including four world-class theme parks.
