Zayed City is Abu Dhabi’s future government and urban epicenter planned as a sustainable, smart capital district. Strategically positioned between Abu Dhabi International Airport and the mainland, it is designed to house ministries, embassies, and integrated residential communities, making it a prime investment zone with forward-thinking infrastructure and long-term potential.
Education: Schools and universities planned within all sectors
Healthcare: Government and private hospitals as part of the master plan
Retail: Mixed-use centers and malls under development
Parks & Green Spaces: Community parks, recreational trails, and waterfronts
Civic Institutions: UAE Central Bank, Federal Ministries, Embassies, Cultural Centers
Public Transport: Metro lines, bus hubs, and park-and-ride infrastructure
Zayed City represents the future heartbeat of Abu Dhabi, where governance, diplomacy, and urban life converge. For families seeking a forward-thinking community, professionals seeking proximity to national institutions, or investors chasing the next growth wave, Zayed City is the place where tomorrow begins today.
It’s a community designed not just for today but for generations ahead, offering integrated living with proximity to power, purpose, and progress.
Type : Upcoming master-planned government district and residential mega-zone
Target Audience Emirati families, UAE government employees, diplomatic missions, investors
Design : Walkable neighborhoods, civic plazas, wide boulevards, central parks, and transport corridors
Housing Options : Villas, townhouses, mid-rise apartments, and future high-end developments
Sustainability : LEED-certified infrastructure and energy-efficient planning
Freehold & leasehold zones available
High capital appreciation potential as the area develops
Long-term rental demand anticipated from diplomats, professionals & government employees
Off-plan opportunities with flexible payment plans expected as projects launch
Residential clusters will include low-to-mid density developments with privacy and security
Zayed City is formerly known as the Capital District. and is one of the most ambitious urban planning initiatives in the UAE. Envisioned as the future administrative and political center of Abu Dhabi, it is being developed over 4,900 hectares and will be home to the UAE’s key federal institutions, government offices, foreign embassies and national landmarks.
The district is master-planned to accommodate over 370,000 residents and a workforce of up to 325,000 employees, making it one of the most vital economic and residential zones of the future. Zayed City blends sustainable urban planning, green spaces, walkable neighborhoods, and advanced public transport—including high-speed rail and metro lines linking it to Abu Dhabi Island and Al Ain.
Visit future national landmarks and civic plazas
Explore smart parks, museums, and cultural pavilions
Enjoy retail, F&B, and entertainment districts under development
Attend major government and diplomatic events as the area develops
Access nearby attractions like Masdar City’s Tech Park or Khalifa City’s Forsan Sports Resort
Zayed City—formerly known as the Capital District—is a visionary mega-development that will become the future administrative center of the UAE. It will host government ministries, embassies, and national institutions, making it one of the most strategically important areas in Abu Dhabi
Zayed City is currently under phased development by the Abu Dhabi Urban Planning Council. Key infrastructure is in progress, with long-term residential, commercial, and institutional projects expected to unfold over the next several years.
As per master plans, designated investment zones will allow foreign ownership and long-term leases. However, most of Zayed City is currently planned for leasehold or government-focused projects.
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