Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (동대문역사문화공원)
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park (동대문역사문화공원)
– Homepage
www.ddp.or.kr
Dongdaemun History & Culture Park is a park established on the former site of the Dongdaemun Stadium. It serves as a thematic park showcasing the history and culture of Seoul, while also providing a space to experience modern design and culture. During the park’s development in 2008, numerous artifacts from the Joseon dynasty, including The Two Floodgates, the Chiseong Castle, Military Training Agency, and over 1,000 relics from the Joseon era, were excavated. Alongside the park, there is the Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) and the Relic area.
– Address : 281 Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
※ Presentation Information
– Information and Guides
+82-2-2266-7188
– Parking
Available
– Day Off
Mondays
– Operating Hours
Open 24 hr / Exhibition hall: 10:00-19:00 (Wednesdays & Fridays 10:00-21:00)
– Admission Fees
Free
– Available Facilities
Dongdaemun design plaza, relic area
◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox
⊙ Dongdaemun Design Plaza (동대문디자인플라자 (DDP))
– Homepage
www.ddp.or.kr
– Tel
+82-2-2153-0000
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) has a meaning of Dream, Design, and Play. It holds various exhibitions, fashion shows, forums, conferences, and other domestic and international events. The building complex is divided into sections, which are named Allimteo, Beaumteo, Sallimteo, DDP Design Museum, Design Market & Eoullim Plaza, and Dongdaemun History & Culture Park. Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, the building’s exterior attracts the attention of many photographers with its delicate curves and bold shapes.
⊙ When the clouds clear, the moon shines, the wind blows, and the star shine (구름이 걷히니 달이 비치고 바람 부니 별이 빛난다)
– Homepage
immersive-k.com
– Tel
+82-1511-1938
“When the clouds clear, the moon shines, the wind blows, and the star shine” is the first immersive media art exhibition by Kansong Art & Culture Foundation, presenting traditional Korean art, the foundation of K-culture, with a modern flair. Iconic traditional works like Miindo, A Beautiful Woman by Sin Yun-bok and Gwandong Myeongseungcheop by Jeong Seon, are reinterpreted using graphic motion, LiDAR sensors, and kinetic art. Each exhibition room features a unique scent and sound effect, offering a multi-sensory experience to visitors.
⊙ The Souvenir Fair (2025 대한민국 관광기념품 박람회)
– Homepage
kto.visitkorea.or.kr
– Tel
+82-10-8315-5434
The Souvenir Fair brings together various companies and local governments to showcase a variety of souvenirs, both traditional and trendy. Visitors can freely explore the exhibition space, enjoy souvenir shopping, and take part in various programs. Highlights of the fair include an exhibition of competition-winning works, a zone featuring outstanding local souvenirs, and a special exhibition of overseas souvenirs.
⊙ Tonymoly – Dongdaemun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (토니모리 동대문)
– Homepage
tonystreet.com
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⊙ Hello apM (헬로에이피엠)
– Homepage
www.helloapm.com (Korean only)
– Tel
+82-2-6388-1114
Hello apM is located within the Dongdaemun shopping district and appeals to customers in their 10s and 20s for it’s latest trending styles and low prices. It is crowded year-round with young people from all over the world. Bargaining has faded out over recent years with prices more often indicated.
⊙ Olens – Dongdaemun Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (오렌즈 동대문)
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⊙ Olive Young – Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 동대문역사문화공원역)
– Homepage
www.oliveyoung.co.kr
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⊙ Motion – apM Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (모션 APM)
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⊙ CAPO FOOTBALL STORE[Korea Quality]/카포 풋볼 스토어[한국관광 품질인증]
– Homepage
http://www.capostore.co.kr , Instargram: @capo_football_store , Youtube: CAPO FOOTBALL
– Tel
+82-10-8922-7981
Located in Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul, Capo Football store is the largest football store in Korea. It stocks football boots of various levels, plus fan wear, uniforms, and training wear. On the 5th floor, a customer lounge provides free coffee, a football book cafe, a PlayStation for enjoying FIFA games, table soccer, and an exhibition of capo collections.
