Racing

Formula Yas 3000: Drive at Yas Marina Circuit

Driver holding helmet in Yas Marina Circuit race car for FORMULA YAS 3000 Driving Experience.

Race cars on Yas Marina Circuit during FORMULA YAS 3000 Driving Experience, Abu Dhabi.

Race cars on track at Yas Marina Circuit during FORMULA YAS 3000 Driving Experience.

Race car on Yas Marina Circuit track during FORMULA YAS 3000 Driving Experience in Abu Dhabi.

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

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Command a genuine Formula Yas 3000 with F1-style paddle shifters and lightning-fast semi-automatic gear changes on the legendary Yas Marina Circuit.

Fireproof race suit, professional helmet, and racing gloves are included. You'll feel like a real F1 driver from the moment you gear up.

Go from 0–100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds and hit a top speed of 275 km/h in a 260 BHP, 3.0L Jaguar V6 powered by a 6-speed Hewland gearbox, engineered for pure, race-bred excitement.

Receive a comprehensive safety briefing and car introduction from a senior instructor before hitting the track.

Friends and family can cheer you on from the trackside, making your racing moment even more memorable.

Formula Yas 3000 single-seater experience

15-minute driving time

6-speed semi-automatic gearbox with F1-style paddle shift

Safety helmet and protective gear

Professional racing driver instruction

Access to the North or South Circuit at Yas Marina Circuit

Pre-drive safety briefing

Expert guidance throughout the session

Track day insurance

Onboard photos and videos (available to purchase onsite)

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Take the wheel of a Formula Yas 3000 car for 15 minutes of high-speed racing at Yas Marina Circuit.

Getting started

Arrive at Yas Marina Circuit’s West Entrance and head to Yas Central for registration. After ticket validation, you’ll receive a wristband and suit up in fireproof gear before a safety briefing with a senior instructor.

What to expect

This experience puts you in a real single-seat racing car, engineered for maximum grip and downforce, on the world-famous Yas Marina Circuit—home to the Formula 1® Etihad Airways Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.

Features

F1-style paddle shift controls: Shift gears like a pro with a 6-speed semi-automatic gearbox, designed for rapid acceleration and smooth handling.

V6 Jaguar engine: Feel the power of a 3.0-litre V6 engine delivering 260 BHP, launching you from 0–100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds.

Professional safety gear: Suit up with a fireproof race suit, helmet, balaclava, and gloves for a safe, authentic racing experience.

Onboard video system: Relive your drive with optional onboard footage, available for viewing and purchase after your session.

Trackside access: Friends and family can watch your session from the sidelines, making it a shared thrill.

Expert guidance: A senior instructor introduces you to the car’s controls and ensures you get the most out of your time on track.

What to bring

Bring a valid UAE or domestic driving license (minimum 1 year old; drivers aged 17–25 must have held their license for at least 2 years).

If your license does not mention the initial issuing date, bring proof of your previous license.

Bring your ticket order number for registration.

Wear comfortable clothing; a fire-proof race suit and gear will be provided.

Bring a valid photo ID to match the name on your booking if requested at the entrance.

What’s not allowed

Provisional driving licenses are not accepted.

Alcohol, drugs, and any form of intoxication are strictly prohibited on the premises.

Large bags, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed in the pit or trackside areas.

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Participants must be able to enter and exit a low single-seat race car unassisted.

Additional information

All drivers must be over the age of 17 and present a valid UAE license (residents) or a domestic license from their home country (non-residents). Drivers aged 17 to 25 must have held their license for two years minimum. Provisional licenses are not accepted.

Complete driving license and waiver procedures online 24 hours prior to your experience, or be prepared to do so on arrival.

Arrive 20–30 minutes before your scheduled experience for registration and briefing.

The full experience duration, including arrival, registration, briefing, kit up, drive, and departure, is approximately 60 minutes.

Friends and family are welcome to watch from the trackside viewing area.

Meals, refreshments, and transportation to/from Yas Marina Circuit are not included.

Onboard video footage is available for purchase.

Gift vouchers are valid for one year from the date of purchase.

Track configuration is subject to change based on Race Control and Circuit Safety Operations.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the venue.

Please arrive at the venue 20-30 minutes before the scheduled time of your experience to avoid any delays.

Ticket Redemption Point

Show your ticket at Yas Racing School

Address: West Entrance - Gate 20 Yas Leisure Dr - Yas Island - Abu Dhabi - United Arab Emirates

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Getting There

By Car

If you're driving to the venue, it's 10 minutes away from Abu Dhabi International Airport and only 1 hour and 20 minutes from Dubai International Airport.