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Date of Production / Date of Modification 2021.11.05 / 2022.12.16

Seoul Destination

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)0 : Exterior view of entire Dongdaemun Design Plaza and “I SEOUL U” sculpture
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)1 : Exterior view of entire Dongdaemun Design Plaza and entryway where one can see human-shaped sculpture
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)2 : facilities where indoor floor is covered with grass
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)3 : A space with media art that covers the walls with wave of pictures or videos
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)4 : The view of the entryway contrasting the unstructured building with the nearby square building
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)5 : A mannequin sitting on a chair inside the builing

Information on Seoul Danurim Accessible Tourism

No ticket office Accessible of information services is slightly obstructed for wheelchair users Accessible to the visually impaired No assistive services for the hearing impaired Entryway has high accessibility Elevator has high accessibility Accessible of restroom is slightly obstructed Parking facilities has high accessibility Family restrooms unavailable Infant nursing room available Stroller rental available Stroller storage available

Basic Information

Overview

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) is the world's largest three-dimensional atypical building designed by famous architect Zaha Hadid. The sleek and irregular appearance expresses the landscape surrounding the rampart of Seoul. Due to its unique appearance, it also emerged as a landmark in Seoul as soon as it opened in 2014. It is built on the site of the former Dongdaemun Stadium, which has a history of more than 90 years. 

 

Attractions

It is a cultural complex managed by the Seoul Design Foundation, gives a view of the present design trends to match the symbolism of the building. The interior space of DDP has diverse areas according to the objective and target of the event. So various cultural and artistic events, such as major fashion shows, design exhibitions, and forums are held in there. There are facilities utilized to develop creative content. 'DDP museum' is the only public design museum in Korea. Various exhibitions and lectures will be held at 'D-Forest'. In the 'Design Showroom', visitors can experience the universal design site. DDP is also a shopping and relaxation attraction for Seoul citizens and tourists as a design park such as relaxation, green space and culture.

 

Accessibility

The entryway is broad, has no steps, and is gently inclines. The main entrance has no steps, is flat, and there is tactile paving for persons with visual impairment. So anyone, including wheelchair users, can conveniently enter and exit. There are Korean braille maps and Korean braille information boards at the information desk. There arealso elevators inside the building. The female and male accessible restroom for persons with disabilities is separated from the public restroom and there are Korean braille bell inside the restroom. There are parking facilities for persons with disabilities at the ground floor. Also, Diaper changing station and a microwave are in the nursing room at the first floor. In addition, there are diaper changing stations in the public restroom too. 


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Address

281, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul (Euljiro 7(chil)-ga)

Telephone Number
(+82) 2-2153-0000
Website
WebSite language
English, Korean
Hours
10:00 - 20:00
※ Regular operating hours for every space (Please check the official homepage)
Closed
Different for every space
Usage Fees
Different for each exhibition program
Available Amenities
  • Entryway/ Main entrance
    • Entryway/ Main entrance0 : Entryway with gentle ramp and tactile paving
    • Entryway/ Main entrance0 : The main entrance with tactile paving and automatic doors
    • Entryway/ Main entrance0 : Flat paths with spider web-like columns
    There are no steps and is gently inclined so it convenient for wheelchair users to enter and exit. There is tactile paving for persons with visual impairments.
  • Information board/ Information desk
    • Information board/ Information desk0 : the entrance of the Information center marked in English, Chinese and Korean on walls
    • Information board/ Information desk0 : nformation desk that looks rather high
    • Information board/ Information desk0 : Korean braille maps with call nuber of information center
    • Information board/ Information desk0 : Korean braille description board without any other text
    The information board is slightly high so it may be difficult for wheelchair users to access it. There are Korean braille maps and a Korean braille information board for persons with visual impairment.
  • Elevator
    • Elevator0 : exterior view of elevatiors with pictograms of wheelchair users, pregnant women, and senior
    • Elevator0 : An emergency bell in elevator
    There are elevators throughout the building that are accessible for wheelchair users to use conveniently.
  • Accessible restroom for persons with disabilities
    • Accessible restroom for persons with disabilities0 : Interior view of accessible restroom with safety bars
    • Accessible restroom for persons with disabilities0 : An emergency bell in accessible restroom
    • Accessible restroom for persons with disabilities0 : Information board for Toilet Structure with Korean braille and pictograms
    Wheelchair users can freely use it an there is an emergency bell. There are also braille signs in the public restroom.
  • Parking facilities for persons with disabilities
    • Parking facilities for persons with disabilities0 : Accessible parking facilities for persons with disabilities
    There are parking facilities for persons with disabilities that wheelchair users can freely use.
  • Children resting area
    • Children resting area0 : Diaper changing station innursing room
    • Children resting area0 : A baby bed in nursing room
    There is a diaper changing station and a microwave in the nursing room.
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Public Transportation

Address
281, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul (Euljiro 7(chil)-ga)
Subway
Exit 1 of subway lines 2, 4, and 5 Dongdaemun History & Culture Park station
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