Warner Bros to open Abu Dhabi theme park

Warner Bros to open Abu Dhabi theme park


   Rebecca Hawkes
   | 20 April 2016


A Warner Bros theme park and branded hotel is set to open in Abu Dhabi’s Yas Island in a US$1 billion development project for the Hollywood studio.

Warner Bros. World Abu DhabiThe first phase of the project, Warner Bros World Abu Dhabi, is set to open in 2018. Construction is underway and rides are in production featuring stories and characters from DC Comics such as Batman, Superman and Wonder Woman, as well as cartoons including Bugs Bunny, Scooby-Doo and Tom and Jerry.

“Warner Bros has been entertaining audiences for more than 90 years with the world’s most-loved characters and franchises. Working with our partners at Miral, we’ll bring this expertise to Yas Island, one of the world’s leading entertainment destinations, to create a fully-interactive, innovative and unique experience that will allow fans of all ages to experience the most exciting aspects of Warner Bros in a completely immersive environment,” said Kevin Tsujihara, chairman and CEO, Warner Bros Entertainment.

Mohamed Abdullah Al Zaabi, CEO, Miral, added: “Yas Island will continue looking to expand on its offerings for its visitors through strategic partnerships with world leading organisations.”