Abu Dhabi has scored another major tourism success after Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi was recognised with one of the highest honours in the international amusement industry.
The landmark venue on Yas Island was named the world’s best theme park, winning the 2026 Liseberg Applause Award, and becoming the first attraction in the Middle East to achieve this.
This award highlights Abu Dhabi’s growing reputation as a hub for family entertainment, tourism and large-scale visitor experiences, with Warner Bros. World continuing to grow in reputation.
Landmark Win For Yas Island
Since opening on Yas Island, Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi has become one of the capital’s most popular attractions, drawing visitors with its fully immersive themed lands, iconic characters, and family-friendly rides.
Hosting Gotham City, Metropolis, Cartoon Junction, Bedrock, the theme park blends nostalgia, storytelling and cutting-edge attractions all within indoor space.
The latest award is considered one of the amusement sector’s most respected honours, celebrating innovation, guest experience and overall excellence within the global theme park industry.
For Abu Dhabi, this recognition reflects years of investment into developing world-class attractions capable of competing globally and being at the top.
Strengthening Abu Dhabi’s Tourism Appeal
Warner Bros. World Abu Dhabi’s achievement also adds momentum to Yas Island’s growing list of global accolades.
Alongside destinations such as Ferrari World Abu Dhabi, Yas Waterworld and SeaWorld Yas Island, the entertainment district continues to attract tourists from across the region and beyond, and it will only grow with Harry Potter World coming to Warner Bros. World next year, and Disneyland Abu Dhabi on the horizon.
The award arrives at a time when Abu Dhabi is continuing to expand its tourism offering through major cultural, leisure and hospitality developments.
With international recognition now attached to one of its flagship attractions, the emirate continues to position itself as a destination that delivers experiences on a truly global scale.
For both visitors and residents, this notable win serves as another reminder of how Abu Dhabi’s entertainment landscape continues to evolve and be seen as the best there is at this moment in time.
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