Who we are

The Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi drives the sustainable growth of Abu Dhabi’s culture and tourism sectors, fuels economic progress and helps achieve the UAE capital’s wider global ambitions.

Our vision is defined by the Emirate’s heritage, language and landscape. We work to enhance Abu Dhabi’s status as a place of authenticity and innovation, represented by its living traditions of hospitality, pioneering initiatives and creative thought.

We strive to unite the tourism ecosystem around a shared vision of the Emirate’s potential, to coordinate efforts and investment, to regulate and to use the best tools, policies and systems to support Abu Dhabi’s reputation as a leading global destination, locally and internationally.

The Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 and the Abu Dhabi Plan guides our strategy and role in contributing to the Emirate’s ambitions for economic diversification. Our collaborations with multiple stakeholders, enable us to nurture and cultivate a community that celebrates, preserves and promotes local heritage and values, attract national and international investment across our tourism segments and stimulate growth by building an appealing yet distinctive tourism and cultural destination.

Last Modified - 08/12/2020