Yas Island Tours and Tickets

Just north of Abu Dhabi, this man-made island has just one raison d’être, and that’s showing visitors a good time. In addition to beaches, you’ll find three theme parks: Ferrari World, Yas Waterworld, and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. Yas Island also boasts a racetrack, malls, luxury resorts, and nightspots.

Absolutely—the range of rides at Yas Island’s theme parks appeal to everyone from toddlers to teens. Even better, both Ferrari World and Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi are located entirely indoors within climate-controlled environments, making these great picks for kids vulnerable to the Gulf heat. Yas Waterworld also has indoor areas.

Yes, many half- and full-day tours of Abu Dhabi visit Yas Island, along with attractions such as the Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque or Emirates Heritage Village. These typically only include a photo stop, but itineraries focused only on the island are also offered.

That depends. Tours targeting travelers short on time—for example, layover tours—might combine a visit to Ferrari World with highlights throughout the city. Other trips explore Yas Island’s artificial coastlines by speedboat or RIB. Meanwhile, private, customizable tours let you craft your own itinerary.

Yes. In fact, many travelers opt to stay on the island and take advantage of its high-end hotels and beachside resorts. Yas Island can be easily reached from Dubai in less than an hour and from Abu Dhabi in just half that time. It’s also reachable by taxi and public bus.

There’s no entry fee or booking needed to access the island itself, but it’s best to book tickets online to any of the three theme parks in advance, especially during peak travel months. Top restaurants can also book up quickly, so you might consider calling ahead for dinner reservations as well.