A trip to the UAE is incomplete without a visit to the world’s only Ferrari-themed indoor park, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. One of the largest indoor theme parks in the world, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is a 900,000 square ft space dedicated entirely to Ferrari.
Perfect for thrill seekers, car enthusiasts, and families, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is home to 40 fantastic rides and attractions, including the fastest roller coaster in the world and the world’s highest non-inverted loop rollercoaster.
Apart from the thrilling rides, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi also gives racing car enthusiasts the opportunity to discover the history of Ferrari and experience riding their dream Ferrari cars with an exclusive driving experience.
Planning to visit Ferrari World Abu Dhabi? We have compiled a guide with everything you need to know about Ferrari World to help you make the most out of your next visit.
Everything You Need To Know About Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
General information
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is located at the famous Yas Island in Abu Dhabi and is easily accessible from the city. The theme park is known to be one of the largest indoor parks and is shaped like a massive three-point start with a 215-foot version of Ferrari’s iconic yellow horse logo featured on the roof of the park.
The park features 40+ rides and experiences suitable for kids and adults of all ages, along with multiple dining and shopping destinations, which make it the perfect location for a fun family day out.
Opening Time
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is open every day during varying times:
- Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- From Thursday to Tuesday: 12 p.m. – 8 p.m.
As opening hours change based on various factors, we would recommend checking the timing on Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s website before your visit.
Ticket Prices
There are many ticket options to choose from at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. You can choose a single-day pass or pick a package deal that combines the other parks located on Yas Island including Yas Waterworld and Warner Bros. World™.
Facilities
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is well-equipped with all the necessary facilities like on-site parking, ATMs, lockers, baby changing, and feeding rooms, strollers, prayer rooms, and smoking rooms.
Entry Requirements
Age entry requirements for Ferrari World Abu Dhabi – Kids and adults of all ages are welcome in Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. However, each ride has its own age and height requirement for safety purposes.
PCR requirements for Ferrari World Abu Dhabi – For safety and assurance against Covid, all vaccinated visitors aged 16 and above are required to present negative PCR test results taken within the last 30 days along with proof of vaccination.
Unvaccinated visitors can enter the park with a negative PCR test result taken within the last 7 days of entry.
The Best Rides At Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Here’s a look into some of the best rides at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Formula Rossa
Be prepared for the ride of a lifetime on the fastest rollercoaster in the world. The Formula Rossa is an adventure seeker’s dream come true – it launches at a whooping speed of 240km/h in 4.9 seconds and climbs an invigorating height of 52 meters in what will be one of the most thrilling experiences of your life.
As it’s the most popular attraction at the park, the lines at Formula Rossa might be slightly longer, but it’s completely worth the wait.
- Thrill level – High
- Height requirements – 140-195 CM
Flying Aces
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is home to not one, but two record-breaking rides. Flying Aces, known to be the world’s highest rollercoaster loop takes you on a 63 meters long journey at 120km/h with an epic 51-degree incline.
The double loops in the ride will spin the riders around in the most invigorating way possible. This one’s definitely not for the faint-hearted but will leave adrenaline junkies wanting more.
- Thrill level – High
- Height requirements – 130-196 CM
Turbo Track
Reach for the skies in the first-ever back-to-back rollercoaster ride that includes an epic vertical climb and an equally exciting zero-gravity fall.
Turbo Track gives riders a taste of being a Ferrari Test Driver and shoots through the park’s roof and back down in reverse, giving riders the opportunity to view the park’s iconic roof in all its glory.
If you’re not a fan of heights, you might want to skip this one.
- Thrill level: High
- Height requirements: 130-196 CM
Firano GT Challenge
Get to know what a Ferrari drag race feels like in this exciting ride with a circuit based on real GT courses. Bring out your competitive spirit and race your friends across a twisting parallel track in a rollercoaster replica of the classic Ferrari F430 Spider that speeds up to 95 km/h.
This rollercoaster provides medium-level thrills and is perfect for those who are looking for an exciting and enjoyable ride.
- Thrill level: Medium
- Height requirements: 130-195 CM
Turbo Tower
Turbo Tower is the perfect family-friendly ride at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. Climb up the Turbo Tower and experience the excitement of a zero gravity fall along with two exciting bouncing drops while enjoying a delightful aerial view of the park.
The tower climbs up to 13.5 meters and provides the ultimate thrill and family fun while keeping both adults and children entertained.
- Thrill level: Medium
- Height requirements: 105 cm
Formula Rossa Junior
Why should grown-ups have all the fun? Kids can now experience the fun and excitement of the world’s fastest rollercoaster, the Formula Rossa, in this child-friendly version.
The Formula Rossa Junior flies at a speed of up to 45km/h on a track based on the original Formula Rossa, making sure that the kids get to experience the thrill of the real one in a safe manner.
- Thrill level: Medium
- Height requirements: 90cm
Flying Wings
Like the Formula Rossa Junior, this ride allows children to experience the thrill of another famous Ferrari World Abu Dhabi ride, Flying Aces, in a kid-friendly way.
This ride takes kids and adults across the park and gives riders the opportunity to control the glider on their own, which adds an extra fun element for both the kids and the adults.
- Thrill level: Low
- Height requirements: 105 cm
Speedway Race
This family-friendly ride takes kids and adults on an exciting journey. Speedway Race takes riders on a journey on the race track in a colorful race car and gives them the experience of being a champion on the track. The added light effects make this ride an amazing visual experience for both children and adults.
- Thrill level: Low
- Height requirements: 90-120 cm
Bell Italia
Bella Italia takes riders on an adventurous journey across mini-Italy at a relaxing speed in a small yet mighty Ferrari 250 California from1958. The Monza Racetrack, the Colosseum di Roma, and Portofino are some of the many famous Italian landmarks that you will get to experience in this fun and unique ride.
The leisurely pace of this one makes it perfect for young kids.
- Thrill level: Low
- Height requirements: 120-200cm
Junior Grand Prix
Make the kids feel like they’re in a real-life F1 race with the Junior Grand Prix, where they get to test their racing skills in a smaller yet perfect replica of the Ferrari F1™ racing cars. The ride helps create a genuine racing experience by showing riders an educational film and giving them instructions from experts.
Kids with a love for cars and F1 will love this adventure-filled experience at the Junior Grand Prix.
- Thrill level: Medium
- Height requirements: 110-140cm
The Best Experiences At Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
Ferrari Driving Experience
Make your dreams of driving a Ferrari come true with Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s exclusive driving experience. You can choose to drive one of the select Ferraris on the streets of Yas Island with the guidance of special Ferrari-trained instructors, or pick the passenger experience and ride along with one of the trained Ferrari drivers.
This once-in-a-lifetime experience will help you achieve your dream of driving a luxury car and give you the thrill of a Ferrari racer.
The driving experience at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi comes at an additional price.
- Driving Experience: AED 895
- Extra Passenger: AED 120
Karting Academy
Put your racing skills to the test at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s incredible Karting Academy with a 290-meter-long go-karting track. At the Karting Academy, riders get the experience of driving on the region’s first electric go-kart circuit and feel like a racing champion while competing with others.
The Karting Academy is perfect for adults who want to experience what it feels like to be a Scuderia Ferrari racer.
Note: The Karting Academy is a timed attraction, make sure to sign up for your slot as soon as you arrive at the park.
Advanced Scuderia Challenge
Advanced Scuderia is Ferrari World Abu Dhabi’s world-class racing simulator that gives people the chance to experience the training process of a Scuderia Ferrari driver firsthand.
Riders can try one of the 3 advanced simulators and enjoy the thrilling virtual experience of driving a Ferrari.
- F1 Simulator (1.30m minimum height)
- F1 2.0 Simulator (1.50m minimum height)
- Ferrari F430 GT Simulator (1.50m minimum height)
This experience comes at an additional cost of AED 50 per person.
Note: Advanced Scuderia is a timed attraction, make sure to sign up for your slot as soon as you arrive at the park.
Tyre Change Experience
Get the feel of a real-life F1 pit stop at this unique experience. Show your friends and family that you’re ready to become a part of Ferrari’s pit cream by beating the clock in changing the tyre on an F1 car.
This fun activity can be enjoyed by both kids and adults.
Made in Maranello
Discover and learn more about the makings of a Ferrari GT with this detailed tour of the Ferrari factory. In this experience, you will get an exclusive insight into the Ferrari GT’s entire manufacturing process including the early design stages, machining of engine parts, and final hand assembly and testing.
This private insight is usually reserved only for Ferrari owners, but Ferrari World Abu Dhabi has opened the factory doors exclusively for its visitors.
How To Buy Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Tickets
Plan your visit in advance by purchasing your tickets to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi online at Platinumlist.
You can choose a single-day, single-park package, or buy multiple-day, multiple parks packages where you can visit other parks like Yas Waterworld and Warner Bros. World™ along with Ferrari World Abu Dhabi.
Tickets to Ferrari World Abu Dhabi can also be purchased on-site on the day of your visit. However, we would recommend booking online in advance to redeem exclusive offers and skip the ticketing queue during your visit.
