Ferrari World Abu Dhabi (Arabic: عالم فيراري أبوظبي) is a mostly indoors theme park located on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates. It is the world's first Ferrari-themed park and is the home of Formula Rossa, which held the record for the world’s fastest roller coaster from 2010 till the opening of Falcons Flight.[1]
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 Ferrari World on Yas Island. Next to it is the Yas Marina Circuit, which hosts the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. | |
 Interactive map of Ferrari World Abu Dhabi | |
| Location | Yas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates |
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| Coordinates | 24°29′02″N 54°36′25″E / 24.4838°N 54.6070°E |
| Status | Operating |
| Opened | 4 November 2010 |
| Owner | Miral, under license from Ferrari |
| Theme | Ferrari |
| Area | 86,000 sq m |
| Attractions | |
| Roller coasters | 6 |
| Website | ferrariworldabudhabi |
The foundation stone for the park was laid on 3 November 2007. Developed by Aldar Properties and constructed by BESIX Group subsidiary Six Construct,[2] it took three years to develop the park until it was officially opened to the public on 4 November 2010.[3] Ferrari World is part of the larger Yas Island entertainment complex, which includes other attractions like Yas Waterworld, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi, and the Yas Marina Circuit.
The most recent roller coaster to open is Mission Ferrari, which opened to the public in January 2023.[4]
Rides and attractions
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Roller coasters
edit| Name | Opened | Manufacturer | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiorano GT Challenge | 2010 | Maurer Söhne | Launched, Dueling | R-Coaster prototype |
| Formula Rossa | 2010 | Intamin | Launched | Previously the world's fastest roller coaster. |
| Flying Aces | 2016 | Intamin | Wing Coaster | Known for having the world's tallest non-inverting loop |
| Turbo Track | 2017 | Intamin | Launched shuttle coaster | |
| Formula Rossa Junior | 2020 | Zamperla | Family roller coaster | A junior variant of the original Formula Rossa roller coaster |
| Mission Ferrari | 2023 | Dynamic Attractions | SFX Coaster |
Activities
editFamily rides
edit| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Flying Wings | Hang glider ride |
| Turbo Towers | Drop tower |
| Speedway Race | 2-seater family attraction |
| Karting Academy | Electric powered go-karts |
| Tyre Twist | Tea-cup style ride |
| Viaggio in Italia | First Flying theater in the Eastern Hemisphere |
| Bell’Italia | Car ride |
| Made in Maranello | Tour of the historic Ferrari factory |
| Driving with the Champion | F1 & GT virtual simulation |
Children's rides
edit| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Junior GP | Pilot a miniature Ferrari F1 racer |
| Driving with the Champion | Interactive movie |
| Junior Training Camp | Interactive play area |
| Nello's Adventureland[6] | Playground and attractions |
| Speed of Magic | 4D simulator ride |
| Benno's Great Race | Interactive ride |
Entertainment
edit| Name | Type |
|---|---|
| Cinema Maranello | Film featuring Enzo Ferrari |
Dining and shopping
editA fine dining Italian restaurant that offers authentic cuisine with Ferrari-inspired décor. And Pit Stop Cafés and snack bars provide quick bites and refreshments. Where Ferrari World Souvenir Shops offer a variety of Ferrari merchandise, including clothing, model cars, and memorabilia.
Reception
editThe park has been awarded several accolades since its opening. It has been awarded the best theme park in the Middle East by the World Travel Awards for eight consecutive years.[7]
See also
editReferences
edit- ↑ Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. "About Ferrari World Abu Dhabi". Ferrari World. Retrieved 25 April 2016.
- ↑ "Aldar and Besix form joint venture company". MEED. 2008-01-13. Retrieved 2022-05-11.
- ↑ "Formula Rossa | World's Fastest roller coaster". Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. 2015-07-04. Retrieved 2015-11-28.
- ↑ "Mission Ferrari at Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is now open to public". Miral. Retrieved 2023-02-23.
- 1 2 Colin Armstrong,"Everything you need to know about Ferrari World Abu Dhabi's zip-line and roof walk". Finance.yahoo.com. 29 October 2020. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ↑ "Ferrari World Abu Dhabi Set To Re-open Junior Training Camp And Nello's Adventureland". albawaba.com. 18 April 2021. Retrieved 31 August 2021.
- ↑ "List of Awards Won by Ferrari World Abu Dhabi". www.ferrariworldabudhabi.com. Retrieved 2024-09-08.
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