DDP Architecture Tour (DDP 건축투어)

Name: DDP Architecture Tour
Start: 2026-01-01
End: 2026-12-31
Location: Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

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DDP Architecture Tour runs Jan 1, 2026 (Thu) ~ Dec 31, 2026 (Thu) at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP).

DDP Architecture Tour — official poster — Photo: Korea Tourism Organization · KOGL Type 3 (attribution, no modification)

Dates · Venue

Dates: Jan 1, 2026 (Thu) ~ Dec 31, 2026 (Thu)
Venue: Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) (동대문디자인플라자)
Address: 281 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul (서울특별시 중구 을지로 281, 을지로7가)
Hours: Please check the official website for opening hours
Admission: - General KRW 10,000 - Persons of national merit / soldiers / persons with disabilities / youth groups KRW 8,000 - Children KRW 5,000
Organizer: Seoul Metropolitan Government / Seoul Design Foundation (서울특별시 / 서울디자인재단)
Age / audience: Aged 13 (middle school age) or older ※ Children under 13 must be accompanied by a guardian
Contact phone: 02-2153-0310, 0311 (12

Dates and fees can change. Check the official website or call before you go.

About the event

The ‘DDP Architecture Tour’ is centered on the spaces where you dream (Dream), make (Design) and enjoy (Play) at Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP). In this program, a guide takes you through the architecture designed by Zaha Hadid and the history and meaning of the Dongdaemun area where DDP is located.

The tour runs regularly from Tuesday to Sunday and is closed every Monday and on New Year's Day, Seollal and Chuseok. The sessions are the 1st at 10:30 (Korean), the 2nd at 13:30 (English) and the 3rd at 15:30 (Korean). The tour meets at the tour desk on the 1st floor of the DDP Museum, and takes about 60 minutes. Participants must be aged 13 (middle school age) or older, and children under 13 must be accompanied by a guardian.

You can join by online reservation or on-site registration. Online reservations are made through the DDP website (https://ddp.or.kr/?menuno=797), and on-site registration is available only for remaining seats, from 10 minutes before the tour starts.

Main programs

▼ DDP Architecture Tour route (based on the regular 60-minute course)
1. Tour desk: Introduction to the history of the DDP site and the architect Zaha Hadid.
2. Eoullim Plaza: Explanation of the historical background including the Relics Exhibition Hall, the unique architecture that seems to float in the air, and the space frame structure.
3. Palgeori: Explanation of how Dongdaemun connects with the surrounding area and how the space is used.
4. Igansumun: Explanation of the restoration of the Joseon-era water gate of Cheonggyecheon Stream.
5. Hanyangdoseong City Wall / Lighting Tower: Explanation of the history and role of the city wall, and of the historic lighting towers and memorial hall of Dongdaemun Stadium.
6. Exterior panels: Explanation of the aluminum panels on the DDP exterior and how they were made.
7. Grass hill: Explanation of the succulents and eco-friendly elements.
8. Design Lab: Explanation of the children's design playground and the interior structure.
9. Sculptural staircase: Explanation of the design and technology of the spiral sculptural staircase.
10. Design Trail: Explanation of the structure and use of the trail.
11. Miraero: Explanation that it is a bridge connecting the past and the present.
12. Tour desk: End of the tour and guidance.
[Participation notes]
The tour runs only at the designated sessions, and joining midway is not possible. If you do not attend without canceling in advance, there may be limits on future reservations. A receiver and headphones are provided at the start of the tour. The English tour is available only to foreigners or Korean citizens accompanied by foreigners.