Warner Bros. World is the world’s second largest indoor theme park and it’s a pretty amazing place! It’s on Yas Island in Abu Dhabi, the capital of the United Arab Emirates. It’s close to other theme parks including SeaWorld Abu Dhabi and Ferrari World, as well as the Yas Waterworld water park and you can get combination tickets for all the parks.
Yas Island is also home to the Yas Marina Circuit where the Formula 1 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix is held, Yas Mall, the Etihad Arena and loads more. It’s got so much to do for a great stay in the UAE.
You’ll find characters from all your favourite movies and cartoons at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. There’s 5 themed lands – Bedrock, Cartoon Junction, Dynamite Gulch, Gotham City and Metropolis. A new expansion will add a Harry Potter themed land in the future.
The theme park opened in 2018 and has become one of the most popular family attractions in the UAE. There’s thrilling rides, captivating shows and immersive experiences. It really has something for everyone.
Warner Bros. World is easy to get to from most places in Abu Dhabi. There’s a shuttle from Downtown as well as the regular shuttle service on Yas Island itself. It’s just a short distance from the airport. Taxis are reasonably priced in the UAE. It’s just over an hour from Dubai and a regular shuttle runs from there to Yas Island and the Abu Dhabi theme parks.
So with so many great attractions, where do you even begin? Fear not, fellow tourists! We’re here to guide you through the top 10 must-ride attractions that will leave you wanting more.
10. Ani-Mayhem
Get ready for cartoon chaos with this interactive dark ride! Yes, it’s a shooting game and we love a good shooting game. And this one is pretty good! You join the Looney Tunes gang on a zany delivery mission for ACME. Using barcode scanners, you rack up points by zapping targets as you venture through the wacky world of Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck, Marvin the Martian and more. This ride is great fun for all ages, with a healthy dose of competition thrown in for good measure.
9. Scarecrow Scare Raid
Yes, this is an air raid ride, similar to what you might have seen in other theme parks but this is SO MUCH MORE! Scarecrow has unleashed his fear toxin and it’s up to you to brave the dizzying swings and inversions as you soar through the air. The theming is pretty spectacular and having the entire ride lift into the air really adds to the adrenaline rush. We got off grinning from ear to ear, although we’re not sure if that was because of the ride or the Scarecrow’s chemicals 🙂
8. Green Lantern: Galactic Odyssey
Blast off on an intergalactic journey with Green Lantern in this 4D flying theatre experience. Soar through the universe to battle evil forces and witness breathtaking sights as you fight alongside Green Lantern. As far as flying theatres go, this one is pretty good. The graphics are decent, the story makes sense and having a flying theatre based around Green Lantern, a character who actually flies, has ended up being a pretty decent experience. Plus, it’s a lot more forceful than a lot of other similar rides.
7. The Flintstones Bedrock River Adventure
Take a leisurely boat ride through the prehistoric town of Bedrock with Fred, Wilma and the rest of the Flintstones gang. You’ll see the iconic Stone Age family as you float along the scenic river and see the preparations for the Stonetennial Day celebrations. As a fan of the classic cartoon, it was a great bit of nostalgia that will have you humming the infamous theme song for hours. Word of warning, it can be a little chilly if get wet because of the air-con!
6. Scooby-Doo: The Museum of Mysteries
Climb aboard the Mystery Machine and join Scooby and the gang on a spooky adventure through a haunted museum. This trackless dark ride brings you along on a ride with Fred, Daphne, Velma, Shaggy and Scooby through a series of scenes inspired by the classic cartoon. It’s really good fun and there’s some great effects that add to the spooky atmosphere. You’ll love it!
5. Tom and Jerry: Swiss Cheese Spin
Prepare for a whirlwind adventure with everyone’s favourite cat and mouse duo. This spinning coaster takes you on a chaotic chase through a giant block of Swiss cheese. With unexpected twists, turns, and drops, you’ll be giggling and screaming in equal measure. We’ve been on rides likes this outdoors that just haven’t been up to much but being in the dark really adds a fun element to it. In a park light on coasters, you’ll enjoy giving this one a whirl.
4. The Riddler Revolution
Embark on a mind-bending journey through the twisted world of The Riddler. It’s a disk’o coaster which tend to be middling at best but this has theming that elevates it into a different league! Set in an abandoned warehouse where the Riddler has lured you onto his fiendish contraption. The smoke, the lights, the atmosphere. It’s one of the most stunning rides you’ll see at any theme park.
3. Fast and Furry-ous
Experience the adrenaline-pumping world of Wile E. Coyote and the Road Runner in this high-speed roller coaster. Zoom through the desert landscape of Dynamite Gulch, dodging obstacles as you race alongside the iconic cartoon characters. It’s an inverted family coaster that packs a surprising punch and is made all the more fun with the inclusion of two of our favourite cartoon characters.
2. Justice League: Warworld Attacks
Join forces with the legendary Justice League heroes in this immersive dark ride. Prepare for an epic battle against intergalactic invaders as you fight alongside Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman and the rest of the team. There’s some great cutting-edge special effects and 3D imagery that will make you feel like you’re in the heart of the action. It’s similar to rides like Transformers in Universal and definitely holds its own in comparison.
1. Batman: Knight Flight
Take to the skies of Gotham City on this exhilarating dark ride. As the newest recruit in Batman’s crime-fighting team, you’ll board a high-tech flying vehicle and soar through the city’s iconic skyline. You’ll face villains like Joker, Two-Face, and Harley Quinn as you assist the Caped Crusader in restoring justice. The ride vehicle is similar to the Kuka arms used on Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey in the Universal parks and we really loved how the ride moved between the screens and real scenes.
So this is just a glimpse into the thrilling adventures that await you at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi. With a diverse range of rides, shows, and attractions, this impressive theme park guarantees a day of unforgettable fun for visitors of all ages. With some really great characters and impressive theming that really brings their worlds to life, you’re bound to have an amazing time at Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi!
