Banchan Sikdang (반찬식당)

9.1Km 2024-02-15

484 Bomunsangongwon-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon

Situated at the gateway to Bomunsan Mountain, Banchan Sikdang is known for its expertise in steamed barley rice. This dish is typically presented with vegetables and red chili paste, and it's mixed with a choice of either perilla or sesame oil, enhancing its flavors. The restaurant's standard side dishes include biji jjigae (pureed soybean jjigae), doenjang jjigae (soybean paste jjigae), and gyeranjjim (steamed eggs). Additionally, their savory green onion pancake, enriched with squid and chives, is a highly recommended specialty.

Cheollijip (천리집)

9.1Km 2024-02-13

127 Sinseongnam-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Cheollijip is a local favorite, renowned for its sundae dishes. The restaurant's signature menu item is sundae gukbap (sundae and rice soup). It features a savory broth with house-made sundae, generously stuffed with a variety of ingredients, and pork offals, all simmered together to perfection. Traditionally served mixed with rice, this hearty dish offers a unique and satisfying flavor. Cheonlijip opens its doors early in the morning, and it's not uncommon to see customers lining up even in the early hours.

Daejeon Modern History Exhibition Hall (대전근현대사전시관(옛 충남도청사 본관))

9.2Km 2021-12-08

101, Jungang-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-270-4537

Daejeon Modern History Hall opened to the public on October 1, 2013 at the former main building of Chungcheongnam-do Provincial Government, Daejeon (Registered Cultural Heritage). Visitors can see various scenes of history and the development of Daejeon over the past 100 years from the early 20th century to current times. Daejeon operates a planned exhibition hall, special exhibition showcasing history, architecture, design, folk style and other varied fields as well as a rotating exhibition. Also, touring the main building of Chungcheongnam-do Provincial Government, music concerts and various cultural education programs are available in this cultural complex.

Bomunsan Forest Trail (보문산 행복 숲 둘레길)

9.2Km 2021-12-24

197-208, Daesa-dong, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-581-3516

Jung-gu is the heart of Daejeon Metropolitan City and is home to Bomunsan Mountain and Banghwasan Mountain. Bomunsan Mountain is located in the southern part of the city and was once called "Bomulsan" meaning "treasure mountain" because it was believed that treasure was buried in the mountain. Bomunsan Mountain was designated as a park in 1965. There are many mineral springs and the azaleas and cherry blossoms that bloom in spring. In autumn, the leaves change to a beautiful color in the maple forest. This park has the Bomunsanseong Fortress and Bomunsa Temple Site, an outdoor music hall, an observatory, amusement facilities, a cable car, and about 10 hiking trails, making it a great place to exercise. There are also recreational facilities such as mountain climbing as well as leisure facilities including an indoor roller skating rink in Sajeong Park, soccer field, outdoor music hall, Greenland, and Youth Square.

The Bomunsan Forest Trail is a 13-kilometer walking trail that circles Bomunsan Mountain. The dense forest along the trail creats a cool shade to walk under and boasts beautiful fall foliage in autumn.

Daejeon Expo Park (대전엑스포과학공원)

9.2Km 2022-12-26

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; Daejeon Expo Memorial Hall, remodeled to commemorate the Daejeon World Expo; World Expo Memorial Museum, exhibiting the world expo’s souvenir and symbolic objects throughout 200 years of expo history, and Daejeon Traffic Culture Institute where children can learn about traffic safety and the history of transportation.

Nogwon Ganjang Gejang (녹원간장게장)

9.2Km 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.

Daejeon Science Festival (대전사이언스페스티벌)

9.2Km 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.

Hwanghae Myeonok (황해면옥)

9.3Km 2024-02-15

1 Hannam-ro 149beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon

Hwanghae Myeonok is a Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles) specialty restaurant in Daejeon. Its signature dish is the mullaengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles), known for its tangy umami taste, achieved by mixing meat broth with dongchimi (radish water kimchi) soup. Adding sogogi kimchi bibim (spicy beef and kimchi) to the mullaengmyeon allows diners to enjoy a spicy flavor as well. Being an established restaurant, it has many regular customers and is also a popular spot among local office workers.

BENIKEA Hotel Daelim (베니키아 호텔 대림)

9.3Km 2016-10-01

50, Daejong-ro 505beon-gil, Jung-gu, Daejeon-si
+82-42-251-9500, 9400

BENIKEA Hotel Daejeon is located only ten minutes from Daejeon Station, one of the city’s major hubs of transportation. The European-style business hotel offers comfortable guestrooms complete with large beds, high-speed internet, and the latest VOD systems. Catering not just to business guests, the hotel also offers family rooms with king-sized, double, and single beds. At the coffee shop on the first floor, a Western-style breakfast is served each morning. The hotel can also accommodate events such as seminars, conferences, weddings, and more with their small, medium, and large banquet halls.

Yuseong Special Tourist Zone (유성 관광특구)

9.4Km 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.

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