Abu Dhabi Grand Prix 2024

Coming off the 10th anniversary of Yaas Marina Circuit and the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, this years race is going to be a race to see who can keep Lewis Hamilton (Great Britain) or Sebastian Vettel (Germany) from scoring another victory in Yas Island.

The Abu Dhabi circuit received a mixed reaction during its inaugural race, prompting designer Hermann Tilke to consider making changes following the 2017 Grand Prix. Today, the track remains the same, providing Formula One drivers with 21 turns around a 5.554 km track. The lap record, held by Sebastian Vettel, stands at 1:40.279 and hasn’t been touched since 2009, adding another layer to the challenges and goals at Yas Marina.

When Yas Marina first opened on Yas Island, there was little to the Grand Prix destination. After some building up, it’s become a touristy spot that has plenty to entertain when spectators aren’t engrossed in the Formula One race. Much of what was added to Yas Island was done so to accommodate racegoers, like Ferrari’s indoor theme park, Ferrari World. High-speed roller coasters, Ferrari’s take on teacups, carnival games, a Karting Academy, a gallery of Ferrari’s finest, and the chance to watch a Ferrari GT go from design to testing are just a small selection of what Ferrari World has to offer. You can even get into the experience of being on the pit crew with the Tyre Change Experience.

Nightclubs, a golf course, and beaches provide an array of entertainment for older attendees and offer a place to let the adrenaline rush of the race subside. Accommodations in Yas Island are in no short supply thanks to the seven resort hotels, so there should be no issue finding lodging during the  Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Some of the hotels even offer a trackside view. Even the marina provides a unique view of the race if you’re hanging out in a boat cabin.

At Yas Marina Circuit, however, you’ll want to find a spot in the West Grandstand for the best views of Turn 8, where most of the overtaking takes place. The Main Grandstand looks right over the start-finish line, where you’ll be just feet away from the pyrotechnics that add an additional layer to the ceremony of the Grand Prix.

One look at Yas Island, which is not far from the Abu Dhabi International Airport, and it’s clear that the intention is to create a self-contained location of entertainment, dining, and lodging. One highway cuts through the center and the rest fo the island is devoted to attracting visitors with attractions and activities, making it the ideal location for the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.