Daejeon Science Festival (대전사이언스페스티벌)

10.6Km 2022-10-24

87, Expo-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
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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.

Gaecheon Sikdang (개천식당)

10.6Km 2024-02-15

41-1 Daejeon-ro 779beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Gaecheon Sikdang, located in Daejeon Jungang Market, is a restaurant specializing in mandu. They are known for their handmade Hamgyeongdo-style mandu. The menu offers a variety of dishes including manduguk (mandu soup), gukbap (rice soup), jjinmandu (steamed mandu), and deep-fried mandu. The signature dish of the restaurant is manduguk, which is distinguished by its boiled pork slices and glass noodles, offering a hearty and flavorful experience similar to the enjoyment of galbitang (galbi soup).

Hanbat Sikdang (한밭식당)

10.6Km 2024-02-15

1F, 3 Taejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Hanbat Sikdang is a traditional Korean restaurant that opened in 1955. It specializes in various Korean soup dishes made with a broth simmered from beef bones for over five hours. The signature dish is Sohanmari tang (Ox bone soup special), a type of rich gomtang (beef bone soup). The menu also includes seolleongtang (ox bone soup), doganitang (ox knee soup), galbitang (galbi soup), and suyuk (boiled pork slices). It is conveniently located near the KTX Daejeon Station.

OC Kalguksu (오씨칼국수)

10.6Km 2024-12-02

1F, 13 Yetsintanjin-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

This is a specialty kalguksu restaurant known for its broth made with surf clams. When you order the mulchong, or dongjuk jogaetang (surf clam soup), you’ll be surprised by the generous amount of clams piled above the pot. The broth, made with anchovies and surf clams, is spiced to enhance its flavor, making it more flavorful and less plain.

Myongrang Sikdang (명랑식당)

10.6Km 2024-02-15

56-20 Taejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Myongrang Sikdang is a Korean restaurant that specializes in gungjung yukgaejang (spicy beef soup). With a proud emphasis on the authentic taste of yukgaejang, they exclusively offer this single dish. The yukgaejang, served in a hot pot, combines a rich and refreshing flavor with beef and green onions. A favorite among locals, the restaurant is open exclusively during lunch hours.

Baekcheonjip Sikdang (백천집식당)

10.7Km 2024-02-15

119 Junggyo-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Baekcheonjip Sikdang, situated within Daejeon Jungang Market, is renowned for its sundae dishes. The standout item on their menu is sundae gukbap (sundae and rice soup), a savory and flavorful dish where sundae is presented in a broth within a hot pot, ensuring a delightful experience free from any unwanted odors. The addition of kimchi enhances the dish's overall taste. Additionally, sundae is available as a standalone menu option.

Gongju Donghaksa Temple (동학사(공주))

10.7Km 2020-03-16

462, Donghaksa 1-ro, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-42-825-2570

Located in the east valley of Gyeryongsan Mountain in Hakbong-ri, Banpo-myeon, Gongju, Donghaksa Temple is the first and the oldest existing academic institute for female monks. Home to about 150 monks who study and practice Buddhism, the temple is the most visited spot on all of Gyerongsan Mountain due to its history, convenient location, and visitor facilities.

The elegant structure of the temple is x_heighted by the majestic view of Munpilbong Peak to its front. In the spring, many visitors come to the temple to see the cherry blossom tunnel, a 3 kilometer pathway from Bakjeongja three-way intersection to Donghaksa Temple. Every year since 1993 the temple has also been the venue of the Donghaksa Spring Flower Festival.

Kkumdori House (꿈돌이 하우스)

10.7Km 2025-02-04

3 Jungang-ro 203beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Located near Daejeon Station, Kkumdori House promotes the city's tourist attractions and sells souvenirs. The first floor offers a variety of merchandise featuring "The Kkum Family," the symbol of Daejeon. On the second floor, visitors can enjoy a VR drive through Daejeon. The third floor showcases photos and media art of major attractions, such as the Daejeon Observatory and Sangso-dong Forest Park.

Samdaejjae Jeontong Kalguksu (삼대째전통칼국수)

10.7Km 2024-02-15

13 Daejeon-ro 825beon-gil, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Samdaejjae Jeontong Kalguksu is a restaurant located near Daejeon Station, specializing in kalguksu (noodle soup). The menu consists of kalguksu and suyuk (boiled pork slices), with a seasonal addition of kongguksu (noodles in cold soybean soup) during the summer. The kalguksu at this restaurant is characterized by its rich and hearty broth, made from a Korean beef bone base that is simmered for an extended period. Known for its affordable prices, the restaurant enjoys a loyal following among its customers.

Nogwon Ganjang Gejang (녹원간장게장)

10.7Km 2024-03-20

544 Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Nogwon Ganjang Gejang is a ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated crab) specialty restaurant situated near the National Science Museum in Daejeon. Their standout offering is ganjang gejang jeongsik (soy sauce marinated crab set menu). This dish, created by marinating blue crabs in soy sauce, is renowned for its rich aroma and flavor. It pairs exceptionally well with rice, earning it the playful nickname "Bap-doduk (rice thief)," as it tempts diners to finish an entire bowl of rice with ease.

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