Housed in a striking red-roofed structure that's inspired by the double-curve side of the Ferrari GT chassis, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi (ferrariworldabudhabi.com; adult/child Dhs345/295) is home to more than 40 Ferrari-themed rides and attractions. Most visitors come for one reason: Formula Rossa, the world's fastest roller coaster, which accelerates from 0 to 240km/h in a heart-pounding 4.9 seconds while reaching a height of 52m. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to drive an F1 racing car, the Formula Rossa is your answer. Protective eyewear is mandatory. Queues can stretch for over an hour on weekends and school holidays, so arrive at opening if it’s a priority.
Other exhilarating rides include Flying Aces, where you’ll ascend to 63m reaching speeds of up to 120km/h on the world’s highest roller-coaster loop, and Turbo Track, which shoots riders vertically through the roofline before dropping them back down in a dramatic zero-gravity fall.
For an additional Dhs895, the Ferrari Driving Experience lets you zip around Yas Island in a Ferrari, accompanied by an instructor. The park’s 290m go-karting track is the UAE’s first electric go-kart circuit. Experiences for younger kids and families include remote-controlled boats and cars, a tire-changing challenge and an immersive 4D theater.
