Ferrari World Abu Dhabi – the first Ferrari-branded theme park of the world – is considered one of the best amusement parks in the UAE. Located on Yas Marina, the park covers an area of 86,000 sq.m. From the world’s fastest roller coaster to various shops and restaurants, the park has a lot to offer.
If you are a Ferrari fan and wish to explore this unique theme park, this is a complete guide to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi for you.
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi – An Overview
Ferrari World was opened to the public in November 2010, and has been the top adventure park and places for the car lovers in the UAE ever since. Currently, the amusement park is divided into 5 zones, each with its own set of activities to enjoy. Here is an overview of these zones:
- Welcome Plaza: This area is for special activities such as events and live performances.
- Family Zone: This area offers interactive games, simulations and adventure activities for the entire family.
- F1 Zone: The place covers one of the hobbies of car enthusiasts to witness the thrills of Ferrari F1 racing along with the adrenaline rushing fastest roller coaster of the world in this section.
- Italian Zone: You can explore the best of Italy here, from Maranello – a charming little town to the history and development of Ferrari and more.
- Adventure Zone: This zone offers you several adrenaline-gushing rides and attractions
Attractions at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Here is a detailed outline of all the attractions and offered at the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi:
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Rides
Ferrari-themed park, Abu Dhabi is known for its thrilling rides. Some of these rides were tried out by famous drivers such as Fernando Alonso, Sebastian Vettel and Kimi Raikkonen. Check out the top rides offered at this famous par
1. Formula Rossa
Formula Rossa is the world’s fastest roller coaster ride with a fantastic peak speed of 250 km/hr in only about 4.9 seconds. There are several other impressive rides in the amusement park, but Formula Rossa is unbeatable so far.
Minimum height required: 4.6 feet
2. Flying Aces
Flying Aces is considered one of the most thrilling loop rides in the UAE. The high-speed lift takes the passengers to a peak of 63 meters and then drops at a speed of 120 km/hr. Different curls, twists and high-speed rolls follow the fall as the ride spirals through the loops.
Minimum height required: 4.3 feet
3. Scuderia Challenge
This is an interesting simulator that takes you on a virtual trip around the Yas Marina Circuit. It is a challenge where six racers can compete with each other. Despite being a simulator, it seems real thanks to the jolts and whiplash created through the hydraulic supports.
Minimum height required: 4 feet 3” for regular simulators and 4 feet 9” for advanced simulators.
4. Turbo Tower
Turbo Tower is an adrenaline-gushing zero gravity fall. The fall takes off at a height of 13.5 metres from a tower and promises to give you the thrills of your life.
Minimum height required: 3.4 feet
5. Turbo Track
Turbo Track is another interesting ride in the Ferrari World. It takes you to the start of a 166-meter long track from where you are propelled at an exciting 102km/hr speed. You go as high as 64 meters before experiencing a freefall at 12m/s speed. The thrilling ride is bound to take anyone’s breath away.
Minimum height required: 4.3 feet
Other renowned and blood gushing rides available at the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi are:
- Karting Academy (temporarily closed due to pandemic)
- Roof Walk Experience
- Driving Experience
- Fiorano GT Challenge
- Zip Line Experience
Kids Activities at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
While Ferrari World has several family-oriented activities, some have height restrictions. To compensate, various activities and rides at the Ferrari World theme park in Abu Dhab are centred especially around kids. Have a look at the attractions designed especially for kids at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi:
1. RC Challenge
This challenge allows your little ones to navigate through an Italian recreation in remote-controlled boats and cars. There is no age restriction on this activity.
2. Flying Wings
This is the mini version of the famous Flying Aces ride in the Ferrari World. The minimum height requirement for Flying Wings is lower than the Flying Aces.
Minimum height required: 4.3 feet
3. Formula Rossa for Juniors
Ferrari World now has the kids’ version of the world’s fastest roller coaster ride – the Formula Rossa Junior. This is a relatively new ride in the amusement park with a minimum height requirement of only 90 cm.
Minimum height required: 3 feet
Other famous rides and activities designed specially for kids in Ferrari World Abu Dhabi include the following:
- Junior Grand Prix
- Tyre Change Experience
- Speedway Race
- Tyre Twist
- Bell’ Italia
- Benno’s Great Race
- Speed of Magic
Apart from the rides mentioned above, other kid-friendly attractions at the famous amusement park are:
- An arcade – Motor Midway Games
- A Ferrari factory tour – Made in Maranello
- A Hypercars exhibition – Galleria Ferrari
Shops and Stores at the Ferrari World
You can shop for authentic Ferrari souvenirs and collectables from the different stores operating in Ferrari World. These include:
- Ferrari Past & Present Store
- The Ferrari Store
Entertaining Shows at the Ferrari World
In addition to the bone-rattling speed rides, the amusement park also offers various entertainment shows. You can enjoy these with your family and friends. These include:
Meeting the park mascots – Benno the Mouse, Berto the Mechanic and their friends will be an interesting experience for the kids. The little ones can have their photographs taken with these mascots.
Furthermore, the adults can enjoy the success story of the esteemed founder of Ferrari company – Enzo Ferrari at the Maranello Cinema.
Ferrari World Restaurants
The amazing adventure parks offer various cafes and restaurants for you to rest and eat in between all the fun rides. Here are all the eateries in the Ferrari World that offer an amazing dine-in experience to visitors:
- Mama Rosella: Famous for its pasta and pizza
- Espresso Rosso: This is an Italian café offering delicious gelato and some freshly baked pastries
- Il Podio: This one is designed after the staff refectory at the real Ferrari factory and serves Indian, Arabic and Western cuisine
- Officer’s Food Quarters: Burgers, shawarmas, pizza and other quick bites
Ferrari World Tickets
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has different kinds of tickets for different rides. These are given below:
Single Day Tickets
Type | Price |
|---|---|
| Adult | Price AED 295 |
| Kid | Price AED 230 |
Please note that you are required to pre-book all the tickets online. Moreover, you can change the date of your single Ferrari World ticket without any cost. This ticket gives you access to all rides except karting and driving.
Annual Passes
TYPE | PRICE |
|---|---|
| Gold Yas Parks Annual Pass | PRICE AED 995 |
| Silver Yas Parks Annual Pass | PRICE AED 895 |
| Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Annual Pass | PRICE AED 695 |
Please note that the Yas Parks annual tickets offer discounts on other Ferrari World rides, dining and shopping. They further give you access to the Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi and Yas Waterworld.
Those interested can purchase Ferrari World tickets online from the official website of the amusement park.
Ferrari World Tickets for Driving Experience
Ferrari World tickets do not cover Driving Experience. You can buy the tickets to enjoy the Driving Experience either as a driver or passenger at the following rates:
EXPERIENCE | DRIVING ONLY | DRIVING + PHOTO & VIDEO | EXTRA PASSENGER |
|---|---|---|---|
| Driving | DRIVING ONLY AED 795 | DRIVING + PHOTO & VIDEO AED 895 | EXTRA PASSENGER AED 120 (additional) |
| Passenger | DRIVING ONLY AED 495 | DRIVING + PHOTO & VIDEO AED 795 | EXTRA PASSENGER AED 120 (additional) |
You can also go for the Driving Experience alone without buying the general Ferrari Park ticket.
However, it will cost an additional AED 100. Furthermore, you must be 21 years old to enjoy the Driving Experience and have a valid UAE driving licence or equivalent in case you are a tourist.
Tickets for Roof Walk and Zipline Experience at the Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
The Zipline and Roof Walk are two standalone experiences added to the Ferrari World on the celebration of the park’s 10th anniversary. The prices for these services are:
Experience | Price with Entry Ticket | Stand alone Ticket Price |
|---|---|---|
| Roof Walk | Price with Entry Ticket AED 125 | Stand alone Ticket Price AED 195 |
| Zip Line | Price with Entry Ticket AED 95 | Stand alone Ticket Price AED 110 |
| Combo | Price with Entry Ticket AED 175 | Stand alone Ticket Price AED 245 |
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Timing
The park timings are from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm from Tuesdays to Saturdays. The park remains closed on Sundays and Mondays.
The park timings are subject to change. Therefore, check with them before booking. You can spend all day long at the park. However, at least allocate 5 to 6 hours to visit the park.
FAQs
Where is Ferrari World Abu Dhabi located?
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is situated in the West Yas district of Yas Island. The park is located near popular attractions such as Yas Mall, CLYMB Abu Dhabi and du Arena. Check out apartments for sale in Yas Island if you’re interested in living near these attractions. Apart from that, apartments for rent in Yas Island are also available here.
How to contact Ferrari World Abu Dhabi?
You can call Abu Dhabi’s famous amusement park at +971-600-511115 for more information.
What is the best way to reach Ferrari World Abu Dhabi?
You can drive to Ferrari World. From Dubai, it is an hour and 15 minutes’ drive via Downtown Dubai. Moreover, the Ferrari World Hotel package includes a Dubai to Abu Dhabi Ferrari World bus.
This is all about Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Ferrari as a company has come a long way from making impressive luxury sports cars to creating this immersive experience for the people in the UAE capital. For those who would like to travel in a Ferrari without breaking banks, buying used Ferrari is a viable option. Furthermore, Ferrari World is among those places that offers an amazing go-karting experience in the UAE. You can buy used karts at affordable rates to enjoy karting in Abu Dhabi. If you love adventure, visiting Ferrari World should top your priority list.
Stay tuned to the UAE’s top auto blog for more information on other places to visit for car lovers in Abu Dhabi.
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