Yas Island entertainment guide: Things to do, from theme parks to indoor golf

Yas Island in Abu Dhabi offers a wide range of entertainment options for visitors and residents alike. From theme parks to indoor golf courses, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Five Iron Golf Abu Dhabi, located at Yas West Marina, combines simulated golf with a restaurant and bar, providing a unique golfing experience complete with pool tables and shuffleboard. Golf lessons and custom club fitting are also available.

For thrill-seekers, Yas Marina Circuit hosts a variety of sports car driving experiences, drag racing, and karting. Additionally, the circuit offers community sessions for cyclists, runners, and walkers, as well as fitness classes throughout the year. Yas Drive, near Etihad Live, provides a prime location for these activities.

Yas Island is also home to several world-renowned theme parks. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, dedicated to the Italian car manufacturer, features over 40 rides and experiences, including the Formula Rossa roller coaster, Flying Aces, and the 5D Mission Ferrari coaster. Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi takes visitors on a journey through various Warner Bros films and cartoons, with attractions such as the 4D simulators and family rides.

The park is also set to expand with three Harry Potter-themed lands, including Diagon Alley and Hogwarts.

Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi is just one of the many attractions on Yas Island. Another popular destination is SeaWorld Abu Dhabi, the first of its kind outside North America. Spanning 183,000 square meters, the park features eight marine realms, interactive exhibits, and habitats for various marine species. Reptiles, amphibians, and invertebrates are also showcased, alongside restaurants and souvenir shops.

For water enthusiasts, Yas Waterworld Abu Dhabi offers more than 70 rides, slides, and experiences, such as the six-person tornado water coaster Dawwama and the suspended roller coaster Bandit Bomber. A wave pool and lazy river provide alternatives to the slides, while a pearl-diving activity introduces visitors to the UAE's maritime heritage.

Yet another entertainment option is Clymb Abu Dhabi, which houses an indoor skydiving flight chamber and an 43-metre climbing wall. Instructors guide beginners through their first flights and climbs, catering to both experienced skydivers and climbers. Other notable venues include the Etihad Arena, which hosts concerts, sporting events, and family shows, and Etihad Live, which has hosted UFC fight nights, NBA games, and international musical performances.

Lastly, the Yas Drive, near Etihad Live, offers a temporary outdoor attraction called Bungee at Yas Bay, where individuals can experience a 50-meter bungee jump from a platform above the water. The attraction is open to those aged 16 and above, with a permitted weight range of 40kg to 105kg.