#DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza Travel Recommendations for 2024 (Updated in May)
🇰🇷 Dongdaemun Design Plaza
An interesting architecture in Dongdaemun and this is the Dongdaemun Design Plaza, DDP for short, you can alight at Dongdaemun station and walk over easily. This area is know for its fashion and even wholesaler market which open throughout the night. There are also exhibitions halls inside and there are both ticketed and free events. DDP also stands for Dream, Design and Play and it welcomes artists, children and everyone else . It was also a filming location for a super popular Korean drama. The space is so big here and you can easily get a nice photo with DDP as the backdrop.
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Must See Architecture in Seoul
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza is often referred to as DPP, an iconic design cultural hub in the historical district of Seoul, designed by world renowned British architect Zaha Hadid.
The exterior attracts world photographers and popular tourist destination with its delicate, distinctive and bold, curving shape, smooth and giant mushroom-like structure floating above the ground.
With 3 underground levels and 4 above ground levels home to large halls for exhibition, conference, academic and seminar as well as museum, media centre etc for global exhibitions like Team Lab also Seoul’s fashion weeks.
Connected to Seoul subway via Dongdaemun History & cultural Park Station on Line 2,4 and5.
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza is a major landmark and cultural center located in the Dongdaemun area of Seoul. The unique architectural design of DDP is characterized by its fluid and futuristic curves, creating an eye catching and dynamic structure. The building is made of steel and aluminum panel and its surface gives a sense of movement and innovation. Inside the design museum, visitors can explore interactive exhibitions that showcase Korean design, fashion and cultural heritage
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza is a multi-cultural complex, which opened on 2014, which was design by Zaha. It is the world's largest three-dimensional building, using 45000++ aluminum panels, and not a single piece is the same.
The plaza is home to various exhibition spaces, rest area, souvenir shop and restaurants. You can take the subway to Dongdaemun History and Culture Park Station (Line 2, 4 and 5) exit via 1.
It's worth visiting the DDP in Seoul both during the day and at night, so is recommended you come around late afternoon. Beautiful sculpture like the Shadow of Shadow-Flower Blossom by Kim Young-won. The Formative Stairs are located indoors and instantly recognizable due to the winding shape that changes on every floor.
The neo-futuristic design style of distinctuve curves and shapes are widely recognized, this wonderful building design make both outside and inside a nice place to take pictures.
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DDP │ Dongdaemun Design Plaza
A true masterpiece. Beautiful all day, but I love it better at night with all the lights. Best to go around 6pm so you'll have time to first visit the museum inside and then just take photos outside after. I believe the museum closes at 8pm, but you can stay on the grounds until late at night. The exhibits change all the time so there's always something new to see here. #awesomepic #couplestrip #deliciousfood
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza - Seoul
The Dongdaemun Design Plaza is a famous landmark designed by the famous architect Zaha Hadid. It is build as a cultural hub, allowing spaces for people to explore their creativity in art, design and technology. The building has a unique design with free flowing structures and giant sculptures. It is definitely a place worth exploring, with plenty of cafes and artisan shops. The Dongdaemun area itself has plenty of malls, restaurants and even a hike across the city which are all worth exploring.
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Also in 2018, we don’t have any plans at night, and coincidentally our hotel located in Dongdaemun (near Dongdaemun History and Culture subway station). So we took a stroll around that area and came across this beautiful place 😂 and it became hit over the yearsss. Seoul is a nice city for a solo traveler, wifi connection are widely spread and free! It is cheaper than other countries too #seoul #ddp #tripblazers
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Yellow City bus around Seoul
Wanna go around Seoul on open air top bus, this bus route is one the answer.
I would recommend traditional Culture route which will bring one to stop at main cultural related attractions at every stop
You can see the ticket booth coming up to the ground after walking up the incline that is in the square after you go out direction of Exit No.1 of the Dongdaemun History and culture park train station.
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Seoul’s Instagrammable Spots!
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Autumn Season in Seoul is just camera worthy! In my opinion, camera was invented for this season!
Here are my suggestions for your Instagram flex!
The Garden of Morning Calm - (can be availed as a package day tour)
Anyang Park- best for artsy people who wish to have their shots with less photo bummer!
Nami Island- Romantic, Instagram worthy, Post-card shots can be taken here!
Starfield Mall (CoeX Library)- who doesn’t like to take their photos taken with a mountain of books as your backdrop? Also, if you are a bookworm, this is your feast!
Seoul Tower- we hiked up to the tower. The view was just relaxing and therapeutic for a nature lover in me.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza- For those people who love to see unique architecture. In my opinion, this gave me an Amsterdam vibe.
Seosomun Shrine- a history museum, with a rich history of Catholicism.
For my #2023travelwish I would like to visit Switzerland, mainly Interlaken. It has been my childhood dream! Soon! Soon! #tripblazers
Merry Christmas to everyone! :)
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Beautiful night view at Dongdaemun plaza
The Dongdaemun Design Plaza, aka DDP, is one of the finest and the largest structures in Seoul, South Korea. It comprises the largest fashion hub in South Korea, and they have the greatest arrangements and area for social events and functions. It is the most attractive tourist place in Seoul city, and people come here to buy authentic Korean things at a reasonable rate. Dongdaemun DDP, originally known as Dongdaemun Design Plaza, is located in the city of Seoul, South Korea, and it is one of the major points of urban development. The design and the infrastructure is all futuristic and came out from the sharp and brilliant minds of Zaha Hadid and Samoo. The design is made especially with shuttle guidance, including powerful and sustained broad structures and curved designs. The place is a remarkable structure in Seoul city, and it is the exact center of the fashion hub of South Korea, one of the main highlights of Dongdaemun, the popular tourist spot.
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DDP (Dongdaemun Design Plaza)
Dongdaemun Design Plaza or we can call it as DDP is located in 281 Eulji-ro, Euljiro 7(chil)-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea. It is a unique architecture you can find in Seoul. It is a landmark and culture hub in Seoul.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza is a major urban development landmark in Seoul, South Korea designed by Zaha Hadid and Samoo, with a distinctively neofuturistic design characterized by the "powerful, curving forms of elongated structures". The landmark is the centerpiece of South Korea's fashion hub and popular tourist destination, Dongdaemun, featuring a walkable park on its roofs, large global exhibition spaces, futuristic retail stores, and restored parts of the Seoul fortress.
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Destination
Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Address: 281 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 중구 을지로 281 (을지로7가))
Directions: Go to the Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station and go out of exit 1.
Dongdaemun Design Plaza has interesting art pieces around the plaza. Inside is a museum with special exhibits at times. Right outside is the Seoul City Tour double decker bus which you can buy a ticket for to enjoy sites around the area.
DDP is definitively worth a visit, especially if you are interested in design and arts.
Dependent on what exhibition will be held during your visit, but even without any interesting exhibitions, you will be in awe of this space.
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Futuristic public park
DDP is a public park designed by Zaha Hadid and incorporates futuristic elements, while preserving some historic elements.
Essentially it almost looks like an spaceship in the middle of Seoul, but upon closer inspection it works nicely by placing itself into the landscape of the surrounding area. There are designer lounges, a museum, a cafe as well as art halls housed inside the funky building. However I think you truly get an idea of the scope and scale of the building.
The surrounding park is also a very relaxing place to rest and to stroll around. You'll find traces of the Seoul City wall incorporated into the park as well as pieces from the former Dongdaemun Stadium.
Come at night to see it all lit up and in seemingly even more mystical light.
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The restaurant is located in the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). This large, unconventional building resembles a silver flying saucer. Dinner is served from 17:00. Considering its location in Dongdaemun, it offers good value for money.
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DDP is an architectural beauty that was design by the queen of the crazy structures the late (Zaha Hadid). It’s not your typical exhibition center it’s a place that you can do multiple activities in while enjoying this crazy structural beauty in a district that never sleeps
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DDP - Dongdaemun Design Plaza @Seoul🇰🇷
Dongdaemun Design Plaza is a major urban development landmark in Seoul, South Korea, designed by Zaha Hadid and Samoo, with a distinctively neofuturistic design characterized by the "powerful, curving forms of elongated structures."#Dongdaemun #ddp
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Must-Visit Landmark in Korea | Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
🌟 Highlight Features: Upon arriving at Dongdaemun, one will immediately notice a colossal structure resembling a UFO—the Dongdaemun Design Plaza. DDP is not only an acronym but also reflects its philosophy of 'Dream, Design, Play'. This comprehensive cultural space was designed by the Iraqi-British architect Zaha Hadid, featuring a streamlined shape based on three-dimensional concepts, making it the largest non-standard architecture in the world.
❤ Recommended Reason: How can you miss the recently popular photo hotspot, the LED Rose Garden at DDP? Over twenty thousand rose lights illuminate together at 7 PM, creating a spectacular scene. Many people visit specifically for the rose lights, which are as enchanting as something out of a fairy tale. At night, the dazzling lights of DDP stand out even more among the surrounding buildings.
👍 Highly Recommended: Art Hall: Located on the second basement level, it can host exhibitions, product launches, fashion shows, concerts, performances, and premieres. Cultural Center: Spanning from the second basement to the fourth floor above ground, it showcases Korean creative products and the latest global design trends. Design Lab: Distributed from the first to the fourth floor, consisting of multiple galleries, it provides a platform for the exchange of private creative resources and design-related businesses. Creative Market: Directly connected to the subway, it is a comprehensive cultural space that combines 'culture + experience + shopping'. Dongdaemun History & Culture Park: Established in 2009, it includes the Dongdaemun History Museum, Dongdaemun Excavation Exhibition Hall, Dongdaemun Stadium Memorial, Event Hall, and Design Gallery.
📍 Address: 2-1 Euljiro 7-ga, Jung-gu, Seoul
🚉 Transportation: Subway lines 2, 4, 5, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station, Exit 1
🕙 Business Hours: Cultural Center: Tuesday, Thursday, Weekend 10:00-19:00; Wednesday, Friday 10:00-21:00; closed on Monday / Design Center: Monday to Friday 10:00-21:00; Weekend, Public Holidays 10:00-22:00; closed on the third Monday of every month / LED Rose Garden: Lighting 19:00; Lights out 00:00.
📝tips: Highly recommended for those traveling to Korea—make sure to check in!
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DDP Design Store
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This is what the DDP Design Store looks like.
DDP holds a lot of events.
If you visit Seoul, make good memories at DDP🥺😗
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DDP
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This is DDP where Seoul Fashion Week is in progress. DDP hosts various events. If you are curious about events, please visit DDP😙😙
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DDP and fashion
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DDP is very famous in Korea. There are many restaurants and cafes nearby. DDP mainly holds fashion shows. If you are interested in fashion, I recommend coming to visit.
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Gucci exhibition at DDP
💕 281 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
💕 March 4th to April 10th
💕 Seoul Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) Design Museum
💘 13 spaces containing various Gucci designs and stories over the past 6 years... !! There are many places where the photos are very beautiful.. !!! It's hard to buy tickets, but 🤔🤔🤔 you must! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !! !!
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Free travel in South Korea - Zaha - Dongdaemun Design Plaza
On the first day in Seoul,
let's first visit Zaha's architecture~
Large volume, very sci-fi appearance,
perfect curved surface arbitrarily twisted~
The stairs inside are also very Zaha~
The square and the interior are open to the public,
you can stroll for a long time, and it's very photogenic~
There are also many restaurants and coffee shops as well as subway stations underneath~
In the following days, I almost always set off from here~
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Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)
A new genre of digital art exhibition is being held at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) +*
The main artwork is called, Lucid Dream (Jagakmong): Five Colors. It's a kind of "metabio-art" that showcases media art in the metaverse with the goal of conveying a message of hope around the world.
In the DDP Light Garden, 2m-high lighted trees have been installed in collaboration with American Express.
If you clap your hands or shout a message of hope, the trees come alive.
In 2024, I wish to visit this beautiful place again.
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enjoy the night here at #ddp #southkorea with a delicious health mango shake !#동대문디자인플라자
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🇰🇷 Be The Beautiful exhibition
A free exhibition at Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Be The Beautiful. You can learn about the beauty standards in Korea and try out their interactive games to find our about your skin conditions. There are also many themed areas for photo taking and there are staff around to help you with the photos too. It is an informative exhibition and many local Korean brands have setup their booths here. There are English translator around so all tourists are welcome. You also can learn about home furnishing here to create a soothing environment at home by colour choices.
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UFO in Seoul??? 🛸🛸🛸
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First time being in Seoul and never thought it is as majestic as it seems in pictures! We came here in Oct 22’ and it was cold and windy night, make sure to wear sufficient windbreaker if you plan to come around this time. Not to mention, there is a cafe inside DDP to take a break from the cold weather!
There are so much more attractions around DDP
- 1-2mins walk to apM Place (nice whole sale shopping mall)
- 3-4mins walk to Hyundai City Outlets
- 5-10mins walk to DOOTA Mall
Strongly recommend to visit this place especially during night time for the beautiful lighting in DDP!
Rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟
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DDP Dongdaemun's gem
📍 281 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, South Korea
🚇 line 5 (purple), 2(green) and 4(sky blue)
🕙 open from 10:00am until 08:00pm
✴️ Location for the Seoul fashion week twice a year. must see if you love fashion and clothes and 👀 bonus, you can get to see idols ! DDP is a museum and there are multiple entries so you can spend a long time there. I recommend visit it on a rainy day.
🩵 personnel preference: go at night to enjoy the lights and the architecture
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Design Delight: Dongdaemun Design Plaza
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul is a remarkable architectural marvel that showcases the fusion of creativity and innovation. This iconic landmark is a hub for art, design, and fashion enthusiasts. The DDP's unique and futuristic design draws visitors from around the world. Inside, you'll find a wealth of galleries, exhibition spaces, and retail outlets that highlight the best of Korean design and craftsmanship. From fashion shows to art installations, DDP offers an immersive experience that celebrates creativity in all its forms. Whether you're an art enthusiast or simply appreciate cutting-edge design, a visit to DDP is an absolute must.
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