Yas Island – the marvelous leisure destination located in Abu Dhabi! That’s why such entertainment centers as Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and the more relaxed Yas Beach are never too far from anyone’s reach on this island. Whether you are an adrenaline junky and would like to participate in extreme sporting activities or a serene holidaymaker seeking to sunbathe on the sandy yellow beaches of Yas Island, you are guaranteed a wonderful time.
Prepare yourself to get your senses on Yas Island; when you step foot on this island, you are in for a real ride!
Yas Island- Ultimate Destination for Fun and Leisure
Yas Island of Abu Dhabi comprises an amusement area of 25 sq km and is the perfect destination that amalgamates entertainment and recreation. It is a place for fun and games or fun and risks; beautiful cities with shopping malls and amusement parks; beautiful island beaches; and a beautiful island mangrove. Being an island, Yas Island boasts of the best views as it is embraced by clear waters making it a paradise to anyone who sets foot in the place.
For those who love amusement, there is Ferrari World Abu Dhabi with the fastest roller coaster in the world and many more attractions. Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi which has water slides and other riding options is a suitable place for families and friends. The Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi is a bright park that provides all the cartoon characters familiar to every child in the park. Also, it is important to note that CLYMB Abu Dhabi has the largest indoor vertical wind tunnel for beginner and professional free-fall skydivers.
Yas Island is also equally suitable for tourists looking for leisure purposes. At Yas Beach, one can engage in several leisure activities including kayaking through the mangroves or an adrenaline-pumping session of water skiing or banana boat. It showcases many luxuries like spas, yoga facilities, and many others which make the guest’s stay as comfortable as possible. Whether you are relaxing on the beach or pampering yourself with splendid treatments, Yas Island offers a perfect vacation.
It is not just a place, but a concept that offers entertainment and recreational activities for everyone on the Island. It is among the world’s best travel destinations because of its natural endowments and variety of sites that offer a great experience to all tourists. In Yas Island, you are guaranteed to be entertained every day by various attractions that you will find so fascinating!
Things to Do at Yas Island
1. Ferrari World Yas Island
If one is into real adventures, Ferrari World Yas Island is something that one cannot afford to miss. The entrance to the park is marked by the red roof, which refers to the Ferrari GT body, this magnificent theme park is home to the fastest roller coaster called the “Formula Rossa” which has a speed of 150 mph at 4.9 seconds!
- Entry Fee: AED 300-380 per person/day.
Children’s ticket- AED 230
This includes access to rides, attractions and a complimentary shuttle bus and parking.
- Timing: Everyday- 10:00 AM – 1:00 AM
2. Warner Bros World
Time travel to childhood and embark on an amazing journey to a new world at Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi, the first of its kind in Warner Bros. A walk down memory lane and get to meet your favorite characters from the Looney Tunes, DC comics and Tom and Jerry. It includes six different zones with thirty thrilling attractions, including rides, shows, and other activities; twenty dining outlets and twenty-two shopping outlets.
- Timing:
Saturday to Wednesday- 10 AM to 8 PM
Thursday to Friday- 10 AM to 10 PM
3. Yas Waterworld
This is the largest water park in the world and it offers a fun and exciting experience especially when you go there during the hot summer. Among the new attractions in this park, one would include the hydro-magnet tornado water raft ride and the world’s largest sheet wave. Once you are done with the ride, take a break at any of the many cafeterias and feel the joy.
- Entry Fee: There are various charges and depends on the choice
- Timing: 11:00 AM to 6:00 PM is the general timing.
However, always cross-check the dates with the official dates.
4. CLMYB
Indoor thrill seekers, you should definitely check out CLYMB Abu Dhabi. It has the world’s biggest indoor freefalling chamber and the tallest indoor rock-climbing wall in the region and it was fun but safe. It has a capacity of 40,000 spectators who can enter for free and there is direct access from Yas Mall.
- Entry Fee: AED 235 per person
- Timing:
Monday to Friday- 1 PM to 9 PM
Saturday & Sunday- 11 AM to 9 PM
5. Yas Marina
Lying by the sea, Yas Marina is all about fun and recreation. Among the nine restaurants and lounges is the maritime dining, or you can go for interesting experiences such as pearling and Seawings aerial tour. For water sports enthusiasts, Yas Marina has numerous thrilling water activities for the visitors.
6. Yas Marina Circuit
Feel the strength of an engine at Yas Marina Circuit – the home to the Formula 1 Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Just race in high-end cars like the Aston Martin GT4 or the Mercedes AMG-GTS or have a fun day out in karts with friends/ family. Conference facilities for meetings and conferences include 26 meeting rooms, 2 ballrooms and 18 business centers.
- Entry Fee:
For Adults- AED 130
For Children- AED 65
- Timing:
Sunday to Thursday- 10 AM to 10 PM
Saturday and Sunday- 10 AM to 12 AM
7. Yas Mall
Yas Mall is a humongous mall located in Abu Dhabi and it is every shopper’s and foodie’s paradise. Yas Mall is a shopping mall that is one of the biggest ones with more than 400 shops, a cinema that is a 20-screen multiplex, and a food court with a stunning view of fountains that dance.
- Timing: Everyday- 9 AM to 11 PM
8. Yas Beach
Welcome to Yas Beach and let your body be in contact with the sun rays, the sand and the water splashing your toes. Beach it through an infinity pool and go into an ocean, watch the mangrove forests around, and get a taste of the adrenalin rush through activities such as jet skiing and banana boat riders. The accommodation facilities include the elegant beachside chalets and cabanas which are very comfortable.
- Entry Fee:
For Adults- AED 50- AED 100
For Children- AED 25- AED 50
- Timing: Everyday- 10 AM to 7:30 PM
9. Yas Bay Waterfront
This new addition to Yas Island, Yas Bay Waterfront has raised the spirit of guests to offer the best leisure infrastructure. Offers 19 parks, 2 schools, 3 mosques, 2 waterfront hotels and the first multipurpose area hall of Abu Dhabi with a seating capacity of 18 thousand.
- Timing: Everyday- 7:30 AM to 12 AM
10. Yas Links
This particular course known as True Links golf course can be played at Yas Links– the first of its kind in the Middle East. It is ranked as the leading golf course in the Middle East and is ranked forty-fourth internationally, with the hundred and twelve bunkers and the beautiful scenery of the Arabian sea.
- Entry Fee: Depends on the type of membership chosen
- Timing:
Monday to Friday- 8 AM to 6 PM
Saturday and Sunday- 9 AM to 5 PM
Etihad Park and Etihad Arena
Some of the biggest multifunctional entertainment structures in Yas Island include Etihad Park and Etihad Arena. In terms of performance, Etihad Park is the largest open-air arena in the Middle East. It has featured renowned artists like Madonna and Metal, and the dance festival, Cream Fields. Etihad Arena is the latest addition of entertainment that will hold 18,000 fans which has such facilities as 17 premium boxes and service on the seats for food.
Trip to Yas Island
- Location (Full Address): Yas Island, HQ Building, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Entry Fee: Depends on the attraction
- Tour Hours: Depends on the attractions. If want to enjoy every attraction on Yas Island, then at least 3 days are recommended.
Best Time to Visit
It is highly recommended to visit Yas Island in the winter months, September to November or December to March as during these months, you will be comfortable in the pleasant weather and enjoy every attraction to the fullest.
How To Reach?
You can reach Yas Island in 26 minutes from Abu Dhabi and one hour from Dubai in a car.
- By Bus
- Take the bus route number 120 to Yas Island. It will take 3 hours from Dubai and 1 hour 27 minutes from Abu Dhabi.
- People can also take free shuttle bus services from both the city to the island.
Traveling Around Yas Island
- Free Shuttle Services- If you are worried about the way of traveling through the various attractions inside Yas Island, then rest assured as the free shuttle services will connect all the attractions in a single route. There are two routes, the blue and red route that transfers people all seven days a week.
- Bikeshare- You can rent a bicycle with one to three-day passes and these rental stations can be found across the island.
Accommodation in the Yas Island
There are various 5-star hotels where you and your family, and friends can spoil yourselves with the numerous facilities.
- W Abu Dhabi- A once-in-a-lifetime experience as it lies on the Yas Marina F1 circuit
- Hilton Abu Dhabi Yas Island
- Crowne Plaza Yas Island
- Radisson Blu Yas Island
- Park Inn by Radisson
- Yas Island Rotana
- Staybridge Suites Yas Island
- Centro Yas Island
- WB Abu Dhabi- Get daily access to Yas theme parks
Conclusion
Yas Island is a destination that has something for everyone – fun and adventure and young at heart, beautiful shores and pampering relaxation. Regardless of whether you are zooming down the world’s fastest roller coaster at Ferrari World, getting wet on water rides at Yas Waterworld, or kayaking through mangroves, each instant that one spends on this island of Yas is an instant of entertainment and the unexpected. So pack your bags and come with me to Yas Island where there is fun and beautiful sight seeing waiting for you!
