About Department Of Culture And Tourism

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. We strive to unite the tourism ecosystem around a shared vision of the Emirate’s potential, coordinate efforts, and investment, and regulate and 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 guide 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, attracts national and international investment across our tourism segments, and stimulates growth by building an appealing yet distinctive tourism and cultural destination.