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Enjoy a full day out on Yas Island, a landmark family-friendly entertainment hub just a 30-minute drive from Abu Dhabi city and a 15-minute drive from Abu Dhabi International Airport. Yas Island is home to a F1™ race track, several theme parks, an incredible links golf course, a beautiful beach, stunning hotels, an impressive mall and much more.

First, make a huge splash at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, a waterpark with Emirati heritage at its heart. Spanning 15 football pitches and with over 40 rides, slides and attractions – five of which are one of a kind – you’re sure to make lifelong memories here.

Then, explore Yas Marina. Attracting superyachts from as far away as Australia for the annual Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Yas Marina invites you to connect with a sailing legacy that stretches back hundreds of years while also enjoying world-class modernities, luxurious facilities and food whipped up by top chefs.

Wrap things up with a visit to Yas Marina Circuit, host of the annual Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Get connected with the track through a series of track-day packages at the centre of the action.

Highlights

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1 Day

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International Abu Dhabi Airport - Yas Waterworld

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7 KMs

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Highlights

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1 Day

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International Abu Dhabi Airport - Yas Waterworld

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7 KMs

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What to expect

Day 1 highlights

Itenerary

Number of stops

3

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Transport

Walk,Bus, Car

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Total Distance

7 KMs

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Duration

8 Hrs

Make a splash at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, then explore Yas Marina to enjoy luxurious facilities and great food. Finally, wrap up with a visit to Yas Marina Circuit, host of the annual Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.


Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi

Stop 1

Stop 1

Recommended Time: 3 hours

Its time to play at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, one of the best theme parks in the city! Located on Yas Island, just 20 minutes from Abu Dhabi city, this waterpark has 60 (20 new additions!) rides, slides, and experiences spread across an area as big as 15 football pitches - designed to keep you entertained for the whole day!

The new additions introduce a Lost City theme, which continues the park's original story, 'The Legend of the Lost Pearl', which follows the story of a young local girl on a quest to find a legendary pearl, keeping it close to Emirati heritage. For those wondering, the pearl does exist, and you can spot it at the top of Jebel Dhana, the park’s towering centrepiece.

The 20 new attractions, rides, and experiences include the Al Falaj Race and Bahamut's Rage - so, get ready to dive into the mayhem! Al Falaj Race is the region’s first side-by-side duelling tube raft race. Seek out Bahamut's Rage for exhilarating drops on its high-thrill log flume. For interactive water fun, Bandit's Playground in the new Bandit's Village offers surprises for all ages.

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Stop 2

Stop 2

Recommended Time: 2 hours

Yas Marina is not only one of Abu Dhabi’s finest marinas, but also a vibrant venue offering dining, fitness and leisure facilities for the whole family. Situated at the heart of Yas Island, alongside Yas Marina Circuit’s Formula 1™ race track, the 227-berth marina caters to vessels from eight to 150 metres, with competitive packages and track and non-track views available during the Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Casual berthing rates with complimentary visitor berthing for up to four hours allow boat owners to dock, dine and discover Yas Marina’s many outlets.

Speaking of which, Yas Marina features several licensed restaurants and lounges that cater to travellers of all tastes and budgets. Every outlet along the waterside promenade boasts iconic views of the W Abu Dhabi - Yas Island, the only five-star hotel built next to a Formula 1™ race track. 

As the sun sets, this family-friendly destination transforms into a bustling dining and nightlife entertainment hot spot. But it doesn’t only come alive after the sun goes down. From premier fitness facilities and physiotherapy services to watersports, boat charters, a children’s playground, musical water fountain, promotions and events, there’s something on offer for all ages throughout the day.

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Stop 3

Stop 3

Recommended Time: 3 hours

Launched in 2009 to host the Formula 1™ Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Yas Marina Circuit is still one of the UAE's most epic motorsports, sporting and business venues. Created to elevate Abu Dhabi's status as a world-class sporting destination, this impressive mega-budget circuit draws travellers from around the world.

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Stop 1

Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi

Recommended Time: 3 hours

Its time to play at Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi, one of the best theme parks in the city! Located on Yas Island, just 20 minutes from Abu Dhabi city, this waterpark has 60 (20 new additions!) rides, slides, and experiences spread across an area as big as 15 football pitches - designed to keep you entertained for the whole day!

The new additions introduce a Lost City theme, which continues the park's original story, 'The Legend of the Lost Pearl', which follows the story of a young local girl on a quest to find a legendary pearl, keeping it close to Emirati heritage. For those wondering, the pearl does exist, and you can spot it at the top of Jebel Dhana, the park’s towering centrepiece.

The 20 new attractions, rides, and experiences include the Al Falaj Race and Bahamut's Rage - so, get ready to dive into the mayhem! Al Falaj Race is the region’s first side-by-side duelling tube raft race. Seek out Bahamut's Rage for exhilarating drops on its high-thrill log flume. For interactive water fun, Bandit's Playground in the new Bandit's Village offers surprises for all ages.

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Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi
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Frequently asked questions about Yas Island

There are three theme parks on Yas Island, Abu Dhabi's entertainment district:

Yes! On a guided tour of Yas Marina Circuit Abu Dhabi, you can explore one of the world’s most advanced and thrilling Formula 1 race circuits.

Zayed International Airport is just 10 minutes away from Yas Island, while Dubai's airport is 75 minutes away.