Daecheongho Lake (대청호)

8.7Km 2022-12-26

Dong-gu, Daejeon / Munui-myeon, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-42-251-4748

Daecheongho Lake is a man-made lake, stretching from Daejeon to Cheongju-si, Okcheon-gun, and Boeun-gun. Construction began in 1975 and finished in 1980, and the lake supplies water for various use to people in Daejeon and Cheongju.

The reservoir water spans an area of over 72.8 ㎢ with a perimeter of 80 kilometers, and the water kept in storage has a volume of 1.5 billion tons, making the reservoir the third largest lake in Korea. The area is famous for its beautiful driving course along a tree-lined road through the nearby mountain which has an altitude of 200 to 300 meters. Also, resident birds and migratory birds, such as white heron, can be seen during summer in the upper region of the lake.

Bugangok (부강옥)

10.6Km 2025-05-20

103, Bugangoecheon-ro, Sejong-si
+82-10-9577-8953

It is a restaurant that’s featured a lot in various media. This Korean restaurant is located in Sejong-si. The representative menu is blood sausage and rice soup.

Daecheongho Obaengni (500-ri) Road (대청호오백리길)

11.3Km 2021-06-04

34, Cheongaedong-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-273-5550

Daecheongho Obaengni (500-ri) Road is a 220 kilometer walking path passing through the Daejeon (Dong-gu, Daedeok-gu) and Chungcheongbuk-do (Cheongwon, Okcheon, Boeun) areas. The road passes Daecheongho Lake, small streams, trekking roads, a forest trail, an old path, and much more. The "obaengni" (500-ri) from the name of the road comes from the distance from Seoul or Busan to Daecheongho Lake, which is 500-ri.

Several mountains at an altitude of 200-300 meters and lots of greenery surround Daecheongho Lake. The area also has a date course, a meditation course, a trekking course, a family trip course to experience rural culture and cultural exploration, a bike course and other themed courses. The road was awarded an Asian Townscape Award by the UN-Habitat Program.

Near the road are tourism attractions like the Daecheong Dam Water Culture Center, Daecheongho Sculpture Park, Daecheongho Art Museum, Daecheongho Natural Ecology Center and others. In addition, there are historic cultural tourism spots like Cheongwon Cheongnamdae, Munui Cultural Properities Site, Boeun Songnisan Mountain, Okcheon Dujunbong Peak, and the birthplace of Jeong Jiyong and Yuk Yeongsu.

Aquatic Botanical Garden (수생식물학습원)

11.4Km 2025-10-27

255 Bangoasil-gil, Gunbuk-myeon, Okcheon-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Aquatic Botanical Garden in the beautiful Daecheong Lake Garden is a place where you can see various aquatic plants native to Korea, as well as those from tropical regions. It is often referred to as the most beautiful lakeside garden in Korea. Prior reservations are required for entry, so make sure to book them through the website.

Boeun White Dandelion Eco-Village (보은 하얀민들레한옥마을)

11.8Km 2025-07-11

111-2 Busu-gil, Hoein-myeon, Boeun-gun, Chungcheongbuk-do

Boeun White Dandelion Eco-Village is located in Boeun-gun. The hanok building comprises two floors. The upper part of the hanok is used for accommodation and dining, while the lower part of the building serves as both a gallery and lodging. In addition to accommodation, visitors can enjoy various hands-on experience programs, including embroidery, natural dyeing, printmaking, puffed grain making, and a Joseon-era lifestyle experience. It has recently gained popularity after being featured in a variety show with K-pop idols.

Kong Daebak (콩대박)

12.0Km 2025-05-20

9 Daebak-gil, Geumnam-myeon, Sejong-si

Kong Daebak is a restaurant specializing in soybean-based dishes. There are two menu options: kongseobang bapsang and konggaksi bapsang. Kongseobang bapsang includes dishes like doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae), salad, kong jeon (soybean pancake), suyuk (boiled pork slices), mushroom dishes, jangajji (pickled vegetable), and dessert. Adding dishes like kkaennip jeon (pan-fried battered perilla leaves) and dubu jeongol (bean curd hot pot) turns it into konggaksi bapsang. Since the food is prepared on the same day, advance reservations are essential.

Daejeon Hoedeok Dongchundang Park (대전 회덕 동춘당 공원)

12.6Km 2022-12-26

80, Dongchundang-ro, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-608-6574

Dongchundang Park was once the residence of Song Jung-gil, a noted scholar during the Joseon dynasty. Dongchundang Residential Compound (Treasure) has kept some of its original features including its three ponds, pavilions, old swings, and the nameplate written by Uam Song Si-yeol in 1678 in honor of Song Jung-gil. Today, the park is the main venue of the annual Dongchundang Culture Festival along with other local festivals.

Solomon Law Park (솔로몬로파크)

12.8Km 2024-04-23

219-39 Expo-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-323-8800

Solomon Law Park is a theme park operated by the Ministry of Justice, offering an experiential legal education. Visitors can learn about and experience the law in an easy and entertaining way. The Law Experience Center provides opportunities to experience legislation, investigation, courtrooms, and prisons. The park includes a Law Playground, as well as amenities like a leisure area and a convenience store.

Yuseong Special Tourist Zone (유성 관광특구)

13.5Km 2021-09-07

480, Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-611-2126

Daejeon is the center of state-of-the-art science and technology in Korea, where the nation’s top-tier venture enterprises, including Daedeok Special Research and Development Zone, run their businesses. As the representative city of science and technology for the nation, it is comparable to Silicon Valley in the United States.

Yuseong Special Tourist Zone, which is located in Daejeon Metropolitan City, has won a nationwide reputation as a tourism and resort district rich in hot springs and tourism resources. Yuseong Special Tourist Zone includes a hot springs water source that yields high quality water in copious streams; therefore, there is no need to dilute the water or raise the temperature.

With its healing effect proven, Yuseong Hot Springs has been the place for treatment and recuperation since the Three Kingdoms Period, and today, it is a popular travel destination for those seeking rest. The water is supplied to the hotels and other hot springs in the zone, and there are many restaurants serving a variety of dishes. There is also a facility where visitors can take a foot bath for free. Since Gyeryongsan National Park is near Yuseong-gu District, hikers take the opportunity to visit the nearby hot springs.

Science museums and pavilions, including Expo Science Park, around Yuseong Special Tourist Zone are popular destinations for families with children. Bordered by Gongju City which was the capital of Baekje during the period of Three Kingdoms, visitors can see the cultural heritage of Baekje.

* Current State of Yuseong Special Tourist Zone
1) Districts Covered: Areas around Yuseong Hot Springs and Expo Science Park (Jangdae, Guam, Gung, Eoeun, Doryong and Bongmyeong-dong, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon)
2) Area: 5,858,972 ㎡

* Tourist Attractions
Yuseong Hot Springs, Daedeok Science Complex, Kumdori Land, Expo Science Park, Art Museum, museums, ferry tour, amusement park, etc.

Daejeon Expo Park (대전엑스포과학공원)

13.7Km 2025-10-23

480 Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-250-1111

Daejeon Expo Park was established following the closing of the Daejeon Expo in 1993. The park comprises various facilities like the Hanbit Tower, the representative tower of Daejeon World Expo, and a water plaza with a musical fountain. At night, a fabulous media facade and special lighting effects create an awesome scene against the backdrop of Hanbit Tower.

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