Hogwarts, Diagon Alley and Forbidden Forest coming to Abu Dhabi: Inside the ambitious Harry Potter expansion
The cobbled streets of Diagon Alley, the shadowy depths of the Forbidden Forest and the towers of Hogwarts Castle are coming to Abu Dhabi as part of an ambitious expansion that will increase the size of Warner Bros World Yas Island by almost 50 per cent. The three Harry Potter-themed lands have been revealed as construction begins on the long-awaited addition to the indoor theme park, first…
Abu Dhabi is set to expand its Warner Bros World Yas Island theme park with a significant new addition, bringing the iconic Harry Potter franchise to the Middle East. Spanning over 63,000 square meters, the expansion will be the first Harry Potter-themed attraction in the region and is scheduled for completion in 2029. Developer and operator Miral, under the leadership of Mohamed Abdalla Al Zaabi, is behind this ambitious project that aims to enhance Abu Dhabi's standing as a global leisure and tourism destination.
The project's timing is strategic, coinciding with the launch of HBO's upcoming Harry Potter television series. Unlike other international Harry Potter attractions, Abu Dhabi's version will be entirely indoors, creating an immersive experience that sets it apart. The expansion is part of a broader plan for Yas Island, which extends until 2040, and is designed to keep visitors engaged with new rides, entertainment, restaurants, and retail outlets.
Al Zaabi emphasizes the importance of authenticity, ensuring the new attraction stays true to the Harry Potter source material, given fans' deep knowledge of the stories and locations. The Abu Dhabi expansion is part of a larger vision for Yas Island to become an international family entertainment hub, with additional developments planned for the island, including a Disney theme park and the Sphere Abu Dhabi entertainment venue.
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