Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

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8 / 10

8 expert reviews

“This sleek, silver structure looks as if an alien spaceship had landed in the middle Seoul.”

– Afar Magazine

Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"Has a giant spaceship landed amidst the high-rises of Seoul? No, it’s only the new Dongdaemun Design Plaza. " Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
3 Stars
"The vast complex houses exhibition halls, research laboratories and conference centres, as well as Dongdaemun History Museum and a space devoted to temporary exhibitions, Dongdaemun Design Museum." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, DDP is a cultural playground that operates 24 hours." Full review
Time Out Time Out
"Known primarily as Seoul's 24 hour shopping district, Dongdaemun boasts home to all night shopping, the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) and some of the cheapest street eats in town." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
Top Choice
"Dubbed the largest three-dimensional atypical structure in the world, the undulating aluminium and concrete landmark comprises galleries, event spaces, design shops and lawns that rise up to its roof." Full review
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