Ferrari World Yas Island is the park that put Yas on the map, and its giant red roof, stamped with the prancing horse, is visible from the air as you fly in. Opened in 2010, it is almost entirely indoors, which makes it one of the best things to do in Abu Dhabi on a hot day. The headline is Formula Rossa, a hydraulically launched coaster that rockets riders to around 240 kilometres an hour in a few seconds, long billed as the fastest in the world and still among the very fastest. Around it are coasters that loop outside the roof, drop towers, flying and driving simulators, a racing school for older children and gentler rides for families, plus galleries of classic Ferraris and a model of the factory at Maranello. Even non-riders enjoy the cars and the Italian-themed food. Tickets are sold for a single day or bundled with other Yas parks, and a Quick Pass can be added to skip the longest queues.
How it works: buy a single-day ticket online from the official site, or a two-park or multi-park ticket if you plan to add Warner Bros. World, SeaWorld or Yas Waterworld. A Quick Pass is worth it on weekends and in holidays, when queues for Formula Rossa and the outdoor coasters can be long. The park connects directly to Yas Mall, and taxis, hotel shuttles and the free Yas Express buses link it to the island’s hotels.
What to expect: height and health restrictions apply to the big rides, and Formula Rossa requires goggles and loose items left behind. Some rides close in high winds or for maintenance, so check the app or the park website for the day’s status. Inside, the climate control makes it comfortable year round, though the outdoor coaster sections are hot in summer. Food is themed and priced for a captive audience.
Making the most of it: arrive at opening and head straight for Formula Rossa before the queue builds, then work through the other headline rides before lunch. Families with small children can spend more time in the kids’ zones and the driving schools. Pair it with Warner Bros. World on a two-park day, or spend the evening at Yas Marina and the Yas Bay waterfront.
What to expect
The experience
A largely indoor Ferrari-themed park with record-breaking coasters, simulators, family rides, driving schools and car galleries.
Best time
Weekday openings outside school holidays; arrive early and ride Formula Rossa first.
How long
A full day for thrill-seekers, half a day for families focused on the gentler zones.
Tips
Consider a Quick Pass on busy days, check height limits before you go, and look at multi-park tickets if you are visiting other Yas parks.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Thrill-seekers and Formula One fans; Formula Rossa is the reason to come.
- Families
- Plenty for younger children, from junior driving schools to gentle rides, all indoors and air-conditioned.
- Couples
- A fun day of adrenaline, then dinner at Yas Marina or Yas Bay.
- Pair with
- Warner Bros. World next door on a two-park ticket, or Yas Waterworld for a hot afternoon.
- Time needed
- A full day.
Good questions
How fast is Formula Rossa?+
It launches riders to around 240 kilometres an hour in a few seconds. It is one of the fastest roller coasters in the world.
Is Ferrari World indoors?+
Most of the park is under the giant red roof and air-conditioned. A few coasters run partly outside.
Is there a Quick Pass?+
Yes, Ferrari World sells a Quick Pass that cuts the wait for major rides. It is most worthwhile at weekends and in school holidays.
Can I combine Ferrari World with other Yas parks?+
Yes, two-park and multi-park tickets cover Warner Bros. World, SeaWorld and Yas Waterworld. They save money if you plan more than one park.
Is Ferrari World good for small children?+
Yes, there are family rides and junior driving experiences. Height limits apply to the big coasters, so check before promising anything.
