Yas Marina Circuit
Yas Marina Circuit
4.5
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Saturday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
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- Jaydeen1984Cheshire, United Kingdom34 contributionsOnce in a lifetime, exciting and FREE!We visited the track on a weds evening for TRAINYAS! Omg what an amazing experience… you join a small queue and choose your FREE bike (they have every size both road and hybrid) and they supply FREE helmets too! We cycled the whole of the F1 track starting at the pit lane and as an F1 can I found this to be so exciting. You register online and get a barcode to use. Be there for 5:30-6 and it lasts until about 9:45. You can also walk it too! So well organised… not many things you can do that are so enjoyable for free so I’d highly recommend. We are in adults and a 7 and 10 year old (7 year old is new to cycling but managed it)Hello there, thank you for sharing your amazing TrainYas experience at Yas Marina Circuit! We appreciate your recommendation. It's fantastic that both adults and kids were able to enjoy the experience. We look forward to welcoming you back for more enjoyable experiences at Yas Marina Circuit!Written January 4, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited January 2024Traveled with familyWritten January 3, 2024
- Traveling with Good VibesDubai, United Arab Emirates505 contributionsAn Unforgettable F1 Experience at Yas MarinaAttending the F1 event at Yas Marina was an absolute delight! The convenience of free parking and shuttle services made getting to the venue a breeze. The ushers were incredibly helpful, guiding us every step of the way. The entertainment was top-notch, with Shania Twain's performance adding an extra layer of excitement to the event. But the real luxury was experiencing the race from the suite, where we enjoyed unlimited food and drinks throughout the day. Overall, Yas Marina truly knows how to make the F1 experience unforgettable. Can't wait to come back next year! 🏎️🎉 #YasMarina #F1Experience #ShaniaTwain #LuxurySuiteHello Sue, thank you for taking the time to share your delightful experience at Yas Marina Circuit. We are thrilled to hear that you had an exciting experience during last year's ADGP23, and we are thrilled to welcome you back this year!Written February 21, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited November 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten February 5, 2024
- KTRJ2015Ottawa, Canada10 contributionsCalling F1 fansIf you’re an F1 fan you have to take the tour of this incredible racetrack. We had an amazing behind the scenes look at what goes into hosting an F1 race. It was a thrill to see the track, the paddock, pit lane and experience the rush of being there. The entire team cannot do enough to accommodate you and greeted us with such friendliness. The team at Yaz are all excited about racing and share not only their enthusiasm but their in-depth knowledge. It was a “bucket list” item for my F1 fan that exceeded expectation. Thank you to the entire team for making it a great and memorable experience!Hello there, thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience at Yas Marina Circuit. We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time during your visit, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!Written June 18, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten May 18, 2024
- JKGLondon, United Kingdom10 contributionsMemorable Caterham Racing Experience!A truly memorable caterham racing experience for our family and a perfect ending to our trip to Abu Dhabi! A special shoutout to Fidel and Jacob (our instructors) for going above and beyond in every aspect. We are all really grateful to have met you both, thank you! Would highly recommend!Hello there, thank you for taking the time to share your recent experience at Yas Marina Circuit. We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing time during your visit, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!Written June 18, 2024This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.Visited May 2024Traveled with familyWritten June 8, 2024
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Dag G Sandås
Vaasa, Finland425 contributions
Dec 2019
One of the better Formula 1 tracks, if you want to see more of the race itself, including overtakings and excitement. I like turns 11 and 12. Do not miss the pit lane walk before the race. Good concerts after the races, but long queuing. This also goes for the bars and restaurants on the track. Their own currency, YasPay, still needs some fine tuning.
Written January 2, 2020
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sheriff88
Renton, WA75 contributions
Nov 2019
The Yas Marina Circuit in Abu Dhabi, U.A.E. is another (typical) Hermann Tilke-designed racetrack. A wide variety of turns to challenge the drivers and good-to-excellent accommodations for the fans. Our seats at the North end hairpin were comfortable fiberglass individual seat shells and there is a good view of that end of the track from there. Our seats were on the west side of the hairpin (thankfully) which put us in the shade for most of the time we were there. I felt sorry for the people on the East side being exposed to the direct Abu Dhabi sun all day until sunset. There are sufficient but not overwhelming amenities, and things are clean enough (by Abu Dhabi standards). If you want to see the F1 race, get tickets early to take advantage of lower prices during early availability. Wear comfortable clothes that keep you covered from the sun.
Written February 19, 2020
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justmarielouise
Staffordshire, UK541 contributions
Apr 2022
We visited the circuit to hire bikes and cycle the circuit on a Wednesday evening, unfortunately when we arrived there were no helmets left so we had to pay to hire some. There were road and mountain bikes available and we enjoyed completing several laps, you're able to ride, walk or run the 5km track from 7.30pm. An excellent activity which the children really enjoyed.
Written May 15, 2022
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Gilles
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg1 contribution
Aug 2024 • Couples
I don't even know where to begin with. By far the worst customer service I have ever experienced. They do not care at all about you, they do not give you any solutions and do not even acknowledge the most obvious faults they were responsible for.
I hereby want to warn you what you can expect while booking tickets for the F1 GP.
The overview for booking seats is pretty clear and it is easy to choose the seats you want, that's it. Their system does not allow to pay with credit cards (I used two different Visa credit cards and an American Express), which forced me to call their customer service the day after.
Obviously, the tickets we initially wanted, had been gone in the meanwhile (and the week after they appeared again on the website, after we already had our booking). Their customer service then offered us two seats in a different section and sent us the payment link, while mentioning that I can only use a Visa credit card. Again, it did not work. In order to avoid losing these seats again, I tried with my Amex, and it worked. However, if you pay in another currency, you have to pay fees (2.99% of +- 1,400.- EUR is not nothing). The customer service did not care at all. It's not our fault that they do not accept the main credit cards (I even asked my bank if they need to unlock something, which was not the case).
Please keep in mind that there have been emails and calls back and forth and days had passed until we managed to get the tickets. Not to mention that I had to pay a lot of phone charges due to calls to VAE, and again, they did not care.
When we finally thought that we got the tickets, they contacted us two weeks after and said that they need to move us to another section because our seats had been overbooked. While I am beginning to think that this is all a bad joke, they insisted and did not even try to find a solution and come forward with something to make up for this whole issue. Not one time did they try do make up for this disaster of booking. It is completely incomprehensible for me that even their management did not bother at all.
I would never recommend to book tickets through their website and I hope you do not have any issues afterwards, otherwise you will be left alone with your concerns.
I hereby want to warn you what you can expect while booking tickets for the F1 GP.
The overview for booking seats is pretty clear and it is easy to choose the seats you want, that's it. Their system does not allow to pay with credit cards (I used two different Visa credit cards and an American Express), which forced me to call their customer service the day after.
Obviously, the tickets we initially wanted, had been gone in the meanwhile (and the week after they appeared again on the website, after we already had our booking). Their customer service then offered us two seats in a different section and sent us the payment link, while mentioning that I can only use a Visa credit card. Again, it did not work. In order to avoid losing these seats again, I tried with my Amex, and it worked. However, if you pay in another currency, you have to pay fees (2.99% of +- 1,400.- EUR is not nothing). The customer service did not care at all. It's not our fault that they do not accept the main credit cards (I even asked my bank if they need to unlock something, which was not the case).
Please keep in mind that there have been emails and calls back and forth and days had passed until we managed to get the tickets. Not to mention that I had to pay a lot of phone charges due to calls to VAE, and again, they did not care.
When we finally thought that we got the tickets, they contacted us two weeks after and said that they need to move us to another section because our seats had been overbooked. While I am beginning to think that this is all a bad joke, they insisted and did not even try to find a solution and come forward with something to make up for this whole issue. Not one time did they try do make up for this disaster of booking. It is completely incomprehensible for me that even their management did not bother at all.
I would never recommend to book tickets through their website and I hope you do not have any issues afterwards, otherwise you will be left alone with your concerns.
Written August 14, 2024
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Hello Gillesi, we are sorry to hear that your experience at Yas Marina Circuit did not meet your expectations, and we apologize for the inconvenience caused during your ticket booking. Please share your contact details and feedback with us at customerservice@ymc.ae, and our team will investigate and enhance our guests' experiences.
Written October 4, 2024
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XPLORING
Johannesburg, South Africa538 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
My husband being a fan of formula 1 had to take my kids to view the track . We were at the race in 2016 and had an awesome experience. Good to see how well maintained it is. The track can be used daily for cycling and walking .
Written January 12, 2020
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abudhabifoodie2016
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates6 contributions
Jun 2021
Even though I'm a big motorsports fan, what keeps me coming back is the Train Yas cycling events. Twice per week, you can go for free and ride your bike (or rent one on site) around the illuminated F1 circuit. There's no better way of experiencing a circuit - you can see every little detail of the circuit this way.
The karting experience is also top notch. Afterwards, grabbing a bite to eat with sunset views overlooking the circuit is a great way to end the day.
The karting experience is also top notch. Afterwards, grabbing a bite to eat with sunset views overlooking the circuit is a great way to end the day.
Written June 24, 2021
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Frank F
Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates1 contribution
Apr 2022 • Friends
Watch out for YMC customer service!! Very dissapointed with their inflexibility. Booked for the open drag night on the evening of the 13th April for the next day. Received a generic email but no ticket. Logged in to the site and could still not download a ticket. Owing to poor communication on the website re: timing of the event, and a late change to the session time (was not notified by YMC; instead discovered through the unofficial yas.drag instagram page - good job, guys), decided to change the booking to a session in May. Called YMC and they said they would ask the drag team. A few hours later, the response was a solid 'No' and no possibility of a refund. I asked for a contact in the drag racing dept./team but they would not oblige. Customer service agent eventually said he would go back to ask the team again. I never heard back from anyone.
Sent another email a few hours before the event to complain... no response.
Money paid (inc. Helmet rental); no repsonse to my last 2 communications (phone and email); no ticket issued on the date of the event; no change of date (all I wanted); no refund.
When I eventually accessed the ticket the day after the event, there was no mention of a policy concerning rescheduling or refunds.
Atrocious service #ymcofficial I love the drag nights - great people/vibe/community - my favourite thing to do in Abu Dhabi, but now I am afraid to part with my money for fear of losing it! BUYERS BEWARE.
Sent another email a few hours before the event to complain... no response.
Money paid (inc. Helmet rental); no repsonse to my last 2 communications (phone and email); no ticket issued on the date of the event; no change of date (all I wanted); no refund.
When I eventually accessed the ticket the day after the event, there was no mention of a policy concerning rescheduling or refunds.
Atrocious service #ymcofficial I love the drag nights - great people/vibe/community - my favourite thing to do in Abu Dhabi, but now I am afraid to part with my money for fear of losing it! BUYERS BEWARE.
Written April 16, 2022
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Hi Frank,
Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience we caused you
We would like to point out that the drag roll race was only postponed a day later and not a month later. Nevertheless, we are more than happy to discuss this in person and resolve the issue.
Please contact CustomerService@ymc.ae if you would like us to further discuss this with you.
Written June 2, 2022
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Jorickhols
Whiteparish, UK140 contributions
Dec 2022
We did a 2 hour tour that only cost about130 Dirhams . It was well worth the money.We had a brilliant tour guide who was well versed about the circuit and even all the cars we saw.
We got to go into the North Stand. The pits onto the podium!!
Then to top the tour off the bus we were on drove down the start finish and part of the circuit.
If you're an F 1 fan I. Sure you will enjoy the thrill of going around the circuit. We did.
We got to go into the North Stand. The pits onto the podium!!
Then to top the tour off the bus we were on drove down the start finish and part of the circuit.
If you're an F 1 fan I. Sure you will enjoy the thrill of going around the circuit. We did.
Written December 8, 2022
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AjitV
Chennai (Madras), India143 contributions
Dec 2021 • Solo
Was part of the F1 experience team in the circuit… visited all the four days of a grande final event to the championship… What a race it was… The day and night circuit was a spectacle by itself and complimented with the Finale race to the championship…!!!
The arrangements were awesome with a great number of customer experience zones welcoming nationals from Multi continents… with a range of food from Malaysian to Mexican, from The taste of Indian delicacy to Italian pizzas and pastas, from Indonesian to Lebanese kababs..
It was a treat to watch the air show display by the etihad team, to top it with the championship decider..:
A treat to watch and enjoy… truly a moment to remember…for a lifetime…!!!
The arrangements were awesome with a great number of customer experience zones welcoming nationals from Multi continents… with a range of food from Malaysian to Mexican, from The taste of Indian delicacy to Italian pizzas and pastas, from Indonesian to Lebanese kababs..
It was a treat to watch the air show display by the etihad team, to top it with the championship decider..:
A treat to watch and enjoy… truly a moment to remember…for a lifetime…!!!
Written December 25, 2021
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Thank you for your thoughtful comments. We are delighted you had a great experience on our circuit. We look forward to having you with us again in the future.
Written February 16, 2022
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Rachel027
United Kingdom15 contributions
Dec 2021
We went along on a Tuesday evening when there is free entry for the public. My son cycled round the track using the free bikes and helmets provided. I walked the track instead, with lots of other people walking, jogging or running. It’s a lovely way to spend an evening, and feels really sociable. You can register in advance at the TrainYAS website.
Written December 23, 2021
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I gad a question about the main grandstand - I have tickets for Row A but I don’t know if those seats are right at the front or are all the way at the back? Please let me know if you have any idea.
Written June 19, 2023
Is the commentary in english or in arabic at the abu dhabi gp
Written May 26, 2023
What are the COVID restrictions? Is it enough to show certificates of vaccination or do they look for Al Hosn app? This is for tourists (not residents of UAE).
Written April 26, 2022
Al Hosn app updated in green status is the only proof required for Covid negative confirmation.
Written April 27, 2022
Estou indo para Dubai / abu dhabi em outubro 2021, gostaria de saber se a entrada de brasileiro no yas Marine circuit está ocorrendo normalmente. Gostaria de agendar pra andar no carro da f3000.
Written September 28, 2021
Estou indo para Dubai / abu dhabi em outubro 2021, gostaria de saber se a entrada de brasileiro no yas Marine circuit está ocorrendo normalmente. Gostaria de agendar pra andar no carro da f3000.
Written September 28, 2021
Can you still do the 2 seater F1 experiences here? Can’t find anything on the website?
Written February 16, 2020
There are several driving experiences. Search "Yas Marina f1 2 seater experience" on Google. Click the Yas Drive link on the Yas Marina circuit site.
Written February 17, 2020
Hello Janine,
Please see below for registration - yasmarinacircuit and then health and fitness and which will take you to registration.
I highly recommend to pre- register as the registration gets overcrowded sometimes and you can use the bar code to gain entry.
Even if you miss to register they have computers at the registration desk to assist in registrations and the wifi is as well pretty good.
Written December 18, 2019
Hi, would they send you email confirmation after you register for the free biking session?
I signed my family up for the biking session on 26 Nov about 2 weeks ago, but I did not receive any acknowledgement/ confirmation from them. How do I know if my registration is successful? Should I just show up?
Written November 22, 2019
Hello, you normally receive an e-mail confirmation with a bar code attachment as your entrance proof. However, I suspect that because the track is closed for Yas Fit activities due to the F1 Grand Prix (open again on 10 Dec) that the Yas Fit team have not had access to the site since at least 17 Nov.
Keep trying and you can always register on the day but get there a little earlier as there may be queues, especially after the Grand Prix!
Written November 24, 2019
Hi can you bring water bottles in and is the drinking water fountains
Written November 11, 2019
Yes to water bottles. There are at least 2 water stops around the track. They are like the office water dispensers and paper cups (and bins) are provided.
Written November 14, 2019
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