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Berthing some of the largest yachts to visit the Arabian Gulf, Yas Marina sits at the heart of Yas Island, wrapped around by the Formula One racing circuit and overlooked by the colour-shifting canopy of the W Abu Dhabi hotel. The marina opened alongside the circuit in 2009 and offers more than 200 berths capable of accommodating vessels ranging from small leisure craft to superyachts exceeding 100 metres, making it one of the premier yachting destinations in the region. Beyond its function as a working marina, the development has grown into a waterfront leisure and dining destination, with a promenade lined by restaurants, cafes, bars and lounges that come alive in the evenings. The marina is best known to visitors for its unique vantage point on the Yas Marina Circuit, with several venues offering views directly over the track, a perspective that becomes especially prized during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix weekend and the major concerts staged at the circuit. A range of on-water experiences operate from the marina, including yacht charters, boat tours, jet ski rentals, wakeboarding and other watersports, allowing visitors to explore the waters around Yas Island. The marina hosts a busy events calendar, including powerboat racing, sailing regattas, food festivals and live entertainment, and its restaurants span casual waterfront dining to upscale establishments. The setting, framed by the racing circuit, the hotel canopy and the open water, gives the marina a distinctive atmosphere that blends motorsport glamour with a relaxed waterside ambience. Located within the wider Yas Island leisure cluster, it is easily combined with the surrounding theme parks, beaches, shopping and hotels, all served by the free island shuttle and ample parking, and it draws both yachting visitors and casual diners and strollers throughout the year across every season of the calendar. Berthing services, yacht charters and watersports are bookable through the marina office, and the waterfront restaurants and seasonal events draw casual visitors and diners alongside the yachting crowd throughout the year across every season.