2026-01-01 ~ 2026-12-31
Hours: · Session 1: 10:30 (Korean) · Session 2: 13:30 (English) · Session 3: 15:30 (Korean)
Admission: - General 10,000 won - Persons of National Merit / Soldiers / Persons with Disabilities / Youth Groups 8,000 won - Children 5,000 won
Venue: Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
Address: 281 Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul (Euljiro 7-ga)
Region: Seoul
Contact (Organizer): Seoul · 02-2153-0310, 0311 (12:00~13:00 점심시간)
Program
Program▼ DDP Architectural Tour Route (Based on a 60-minute Regular Course)
1. Tour Desk: Introduces the history of the DDP site and the architect Zaha Hadid.
2. Eoullim Plaza: Explains the historical background, including the Relics Exhibition Hall, and describes the unique architectural structure suspended in the air and the space frame structure.
3. Palgeori: Explains the connection between Dongdaemun and the surrounding areas, as well as the utilization of the space.
4. Iganseumun: Explains the restoration of the sluice gates of Cheonggyecheon Stream during the Joseon Dynasty.
5. Hanyangdoseong/Lighting Tower: Explains the history and role of the city walls, and describes the historic lighting tower and memorial hall of Dongdaemun Stadium.
6. Exterior Panels: Explains the aluminum panels on the exterior of DDP and the manufacturing process.
7. Grass Hill: Explains succulents and eco-friendly elements.
8. Design Lab: Explains the children's space design playground and internal structure.
9. Sculptural Staircase: Explains the design and technology of the spiral sculptural staircase. 10. Design Dulle-gil: Explains the structure and utilization of the Dulle-gil.
11. Toward the Future: Explains that it is a bridge connecting the past and the present.
12. Tour Desk: Announces the end of the tour and provides information.
[Participation Guide]
- The tour operates only during designated sessions, and joining during the tour is not possible. Failure to attend without prior cancellation may result in restrictions on future reservations. Receivers and headphones will be provided at the start of the tour. The English tour is available only to foreign nationals or Korean nationals accompanied by foreign nationals.