Published Date : Feb 11, 2016 / Edited Date : Oct 07, 2024
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The Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP), planned by Seoul City Hall in 2006, opened its doors on March 21, 2014. The purpose of DDP is to utilize design thinking for innovation and development. It also showcases global design trends and design innovation as a birthplace of creative knowledge in the 21st century. As a multi-purpose cultural space, Dongdaemun Design Plaza has been hosting various cultural events since its opening, including exhibitions, fashion shows, new product launches, forums, and conferences. Additionally, the seasonal Seoul Light event transforms DDP's exterior walls into a curved silver canvas, offering diverse scenery.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
The Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) is a cultural complex open to all citizens. Not only designers but also students who study design and culture and ordinary citizens, anyone can access it.
For storing items, you can use the paid lockers near Subway Exit 1, on the first floor of the Design Lab, and inside the Art Hall. (As of 2024, specific locations may change)
Great options for shopping, museum, and interactive activities in the design lab. The architecture is the major attraction for the museum. All of the attractions are waking distance to each other and...
Beimmet A2024-11-08
DDP is a nice place to visits
The building is so extraordinary. People take the photo here, if u tired, u can rest as well, is a relaxing place in here.👍
Sherpa488064485872024-06-27
Nice design area and building
New design building in the middle of Seoul housing several expositions. The DDP is also a design area around the building with a number of art installations.
Flateric092024-04-27
Very interesting exterior, interior very lacking.
No one is doubting the impressive exterior architecture and shape of the building, it’s very unique. A lot of thought was put into the landscaping and the exterior hang out spaces - a great place to...
llumadue2024-04-26
close to DDM and Sparex spa
trendy nice surprise as we emerged after dark from the Good Morning City across the road (after a spa in Sparex). It looks totally different during the day and at night....cool to hang out and we...
본 코스는 보행약자(거동이 불편한 고령자, 장애인, 유모차 이용자 등)를 위한 코스입니다.
보호자를 동반하지 않을 시 이용이 불가능 합니다.※ 보행약자 1명당 보호자 최소 1인 이상 동반 ※ 전동보장구(전동휠체어, 전동스쿠터 등) 사용자의 경우 보호자 1인당 보행약자 최대 4인까지 동반 가능
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예약확인을 위해 도보관광 사무국(02-6925-0777)에서 확인 연락이 진행됩니다.(최소 5일~한달 전)3회 이상 전화통화가 이뤄지지 않을 시 예약이 취소될 수 있습니다.
해설 진행 시 발생하는 안전사고에 대해서 도보관광 사무국과 서울문화관광해설사는 책임을 지지 않습니다.
미세먼지 비상저감조치 발령 및 기타 기상악화(폭염, 태풍, 폭우 등)로 인해 도보관광 운영이 어려운 경우 모든 예약은 일괄 취소됩니다. (관광일 전날 기준)
Reservations must be made at least three days prior to the tour date.
Additional reservations, one or two days before the tour starts, are only allowed for the tour that is already fixed.
In the case of group tour, more than 10people, please contact us by e-mail.
Reservations for the following month are available from the 15th of the current month.
Please refrain from participating in any tour programs should you be experiencing any symptoms, including fever, coughing, congestion, muscle pain, stuffy nose, and/or sore throat.
Reservations for tourists 14 years & under without an accompanying adult or guardian shall be canceled on site.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)
The Seoul Guided Walking Tour administration office and tour guide affiliates are not responsible for any accidents that happen to occur during the tour program.
Reservation shall be made at least 1 week before the tour day.
The course is for tourists with mobility problems (Senior, people with disability, stroller user).
You may not use the course without an assistant (or companion) ※ At least one assistant shall accompany a tourist with mobility problem ※ In case of electric assisting device users (electric wheelchair, electric scooter users), one assistant may accompany up to 4 tourists with mobility problem
Reservation may be canceled when a guide is unavailable on the desired date and course.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office (02-6925-0777) will contact you to confirm reservation. (At least 5 days~1 month before tour day) Reservation may be canceled when Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office cannot reach you for more than 3 times.
Seoul Guided Walking Tour Office and Seoul culture and tourism guide are not liable for the safety accidents during the Seoul Guided Walking Tour.
All reservations will be canceled in the event of a weather warning being issued. (e.g. heatwave, typhoon, heavy rain, fine dust, etc.) (Cancellation will be processed immediately upon implementation)
※ Please always check the weather warning on the day of the reservation on the site below.
(https://www.accuweather.com/en/kr/seoul/226081/weather-forecast/226081)