Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) Β· 281 Euljiro, Jung-gu, Seoul (Euljiro 7-ga)
The Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) is hosting the "DDP Architecture Tour," centered on spaces for dreaming, designing, and playing. This program allows participants to explore the history and significance of the Dongdaemun area where the DDP is located, with a guide, focusing on the architecture designed by Zaha Hadid. The tour operates daily from Tuesday to Sunday, but is closed every Monday and on the days of New Year's Day, Lunar New Year, and Chuseok. Sessions are scheduled for 10:30 AM (Korean), 1:30 PM (English), and 3:30 PM (Korean). The tour takes place at the Tour Desk on the 1st floor of the DDP Museum and lasts approximately 60 minutes. Participants must be 13 years of age or older (middle school students or older); guardian accompaniment is mandatory for those under 13. Participation is available via online reservation or on-site registration. Online reservations can be made through the DDP website (https://ddp.or.kr/?menuno=797), and on-site registration is available starting 10 minutes before the tour begins, subject to remaining seats.
βΌ 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 serves as 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.
Hours
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Admission
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Organizer
Seoul Metropolitan Government Β· Seoul Design Foundation
Phone
02-2153-0310, 0311 (12:00~13:00 μ μ¬μκ°)

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