National Science Museum (국립중앙과학관)

6.5 Km 45264 2022-08-31

481, Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-601-7979

The National Science Museum collects and exhibits various scientific materials. The outdoor exhibition features large models including airplanes, propellers, airboats and more as well as rest areas. The special exhibition hall displays the work of various contest winners as well as rare products. The permanent exhibition hall offers approximately 4,200 works from 322 subjects in four different fields. The observatory hall in a dome-shaped structure has a 70-millimeter-long astro-vision as well as a planetarium. Various programs are offered including HAM radio, education and experience class, model plane class, and computer class, as well as other science education programs and events.

Pungnyeon Samgyetang (풍년삼계탕)

6.5 Km 7 2024-02-15

407 Gyejok-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Pungnyeon Samgyetang is a Korean restaurant situated near the Terminal Complex in Dong-gu, Daejeon. Specializing in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), it is renowned as a nutritious dish in Korean cuisine. A distinctive feature of their service is the presentation of the food in a hot pot, ensuring warmth until the last bite. The addition of a layer of porridge underneath the chicken enhances the heartiness of this fulfilling meal.

Korea Aerospace Research Institute (한국항공우주연구원)

6.5 Km 3006 2018-09-07

169-84, Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Blast off your dream to space.

The Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI) is definitely the place to be if you are interested in space. The institute is not a simple promotion center; it is where actual research is done. KARI has led the launching of Naro, Korea's first rocket. In addition, a diverse range of events are available such as, Saturday aerospace class, aerospace camp, vision camp for college students and so on.

In the Satellite Test Building, visitors can see and listen to explanations about a satellite that is currently being researched and tested. They can tour key aerospace facilities such as the Launch Environment Lab, Orbit Environment Lab and Satellite Assembly Lab.

* With the successful launch of rocket Naro, Korea became the 11th country to join the Space Club (a group of countries that have the technologies to launch a space rocket).

Daejeon Shinsegae Art & Science (대전신세계 Art & Science)

6.5 Km 0 2023-02-09

1, Expo-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Daejeon Shinsegae Art & Science is a culture and art complex containing cultural and art contents and the identity of Daejeon as the science capital of Korea. It was designed by a consortium of the Shinsegae Group and Kyeryong Construction Industrial and was built with five underground floors and 43 ground floors over a section of the Expo Science Park site. The complex consists of Podium (department store building) and Tower. As you can see from its name, "Art & Science," it offers diverse contents that combine Shinsegae's unique culture and art as well as future science and technology, from "Shinsegae Nexperium," a science museum designed together with professors from KAIST and "Sports Monster," the first indoor sports theme park in the region, to an aquarium with a 4,200t tank that utilizes digital media and a rooftop garden with a panoramic view of Gapcheon Stream. All of these contents that were not able to be experienced in the past attract young visitors in their 20s and 30s. In addition, it introduces exhibits of famous galleries and seeks the growth of Daejeon culture and arts through collaboration with local artists.

Smob - Daejeon Branch (스몹 대전)

6.5 Km 0 2024-05-23

1 Expo-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Smob is the world's first adult playground, featuring 25 attractions based on various sports that are enjoyable for everyone, including those who aren't particularly athletic or interested in sports.

Beer Week & Tteugi Hanu (비어위크&특이하누)

6.6 Km 0 2024-05-27

480 Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-10-9112-3972

A popular festival along Daejeon citizens, the Beer Week & Ttteugi Hanu offers top-grade hanu (Korean beef) to pair with craft beers made by local breweries.

Lee Hwa Won Chinese Restaurant (이화원)

6.6 Km 7858 2024-03-04

32 World cup-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-823-0022

Lee Hwa Won is a Chinese cuisine restaurant established in 1998, located near the Daejeon World Cup Stadium. With a head chef who has experience working in hotels in China, diners can experience the authentic taste of Chinese cuisine. The signature dish is jjajangmyeon (black bean saouce noodles). In addition to that, various set menus and course meals are available.

Daejeon World Cup Stadium (대전월드컵경기장)

6.6 Km 37894 2021-06-11

32, World Cup-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-610-2900

Daejeon World Cup Stadium is one of the stadiums where games were held during the 2002 World Cup Korea/Japan. The stadium can accommodate up to 42,000 fans and is the first retractable roof stadium in Korea.

Invention Education Center (발명교육센터 창의발명체험관)

6.7 Km 7782 2020-07-06

82, Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-601-4458

The Invention Education Center offers an experience room, experience hall, lecture rooms, and various other facilities throughout four floors. Visitors can learn about top inventors and their inventions in each area. The education programs are conducted by researchers from Daedeok Innopolis, members of the board of examiners of the Korea Industrial Property Office, professors from top universities and more. With their vast knowledge and experience, the lecturers help to cultivate students' ingenuity and competitive spirit.

The Invention Education Center aims to help students understand inventions better through the use of fun and playful experiences. The experiences are divided into four themes, including "Click, Imagination Icon," "View Imagination's Strength," "The Fruit of Imagination," and "Imagination is Reality."

Daejeon Science Festival (대전사이언스페스티벌)

6.7 Km 6941 2022-10-24

87, Expo-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-42-250-1452

Daejeon Science Festival takes place in the heart of Korea's science and information technology hub. The festival provides a chance for visitors to experience advanced technology as well as increase their imagination. In addition to science, the festival also includes elements from the field of literature for a well-rounded chance to learn and explore. Children will especially love the many hands-on activities available during the festival.

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