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Sungsimdang (성심당)

7.7Km    2025-10-23

15 Daejong-ro 480beon-gil, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-254-4114

Sungsimdang was first established as a small bakery selling jjinbbang (steamed bun) in front of Daejeon Station in 1956, and has since become an iconic bakery that represents Daejeon as well as Korea's baked goods. Baked goods at Sungsimdang are all handmade using quality ingredients and reach almost 400 in variety, including breads that uses slow-bread process which requires a 16-hour fermentation. 

Daejeon Travel Lounge (대전트래블라운지)

Daejeon Travel Lounge (대전트래블라운지)

7.8Km    2023-02-08

187-1, Jungang-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Daejeon Travel Lounge is a cultural complex that provides tourist information and relaxation for those visiting Daejeon. Daejeon Travel Lounge offers a variety of experiences such as old school uniforms, Enlightenment Era clothing, DIY and culture concerts, and also features an unmanned cafe, souvenir shop, Wi-Fi, tourist information search kiosk, and many other convenience facilities.

Sindo Kalguksu Main Store (신도칼국수 본점)

Sindo Kalguksu Main Store (신도칼국수 본점)

7.8Km    2024-12-24

대전광역시 동구 대전로825번길 11
042-253-6799

Established in 1961, this restaurant is still regarded as one of the best places for kalguksu in the Daejeon area. The broth, made from beef bones and anchovies, is enriched with perilla seed powder, creating a rich and nutty flavor. For the full experience, try pairing it with suyuk (boiled pork slices) or dubu duruchigi (stir-fried bean crud). 

Kkumdori House (꿈돌이 하우스)

Kkumdori House (꿈돌이 하우스)

7.9Km    2025-10-23

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.

Himart - Yongjeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 용전점)

Himart - Yongjeon Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 용전점)

7.9Km    2024-04-19

1262, Hanbat-daero, Dong-gu, Daejeon

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Daeheung-dong Culture and Arts Street (대흥동 문화예술의거리)

Daeheung-dong Culture and Arts Street (대흥동 문화예술의거리)

7.9Km    2025-10-23

Daeheung-dong, Jung-gu, Daejeon

The Daeheung-dong area is the original downtown of Daejeon. There are buildings and cafes that evoke a sophisticated urban image, while landscapes reminiscent of the 1970s and 80s coexist. What stylishly decorates Daeheung-dong are the old and rustic-looking buildings and the vintage paintings drawn on the walls. In addition, there are old alleys, art supply stores, small theaters, and galleries.

E-Mart - Daejeon Terminal Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 대전터미널)

7.9Km    2024-04-22

1689, Dongseo-daero, Dong-gu, Daejeon

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Sonamujip (소나무집)

Sonamujip (소나무집)

8.0Km    2024-12-02

대전광역시 중구 대종로460번길 59
042-256-1464

The signature dish here is ojingeo jjigae (squid stew) made by adding whole radish and water to spicy stir-fried squid and simmering it into a hearty stew. However, most visitors who visit Sonamujip add noodles to their ojingeo jjigae, turning it into what’s known as ojingeo kalguksu (noodle soup with squid). Ojingeo jjigae is a great example of how people in Daejeon enjoy adding their own twist on kalguksu. 

Crystal Residence Hotel / 크리스탈레지던스호텔

Crystal Residence Hotel / 크리스탈레지던스호텔

8.0Km    2025-03-05

38 , Daejong-ro 452beon-gil, Jung-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-255-2933

Crystal Residence Hotel stands in the original downtown of Daejeon, Chungcheongnam-do, and is a business hotel catering for travelers, foreign tourists and business travelers. The hotel offers a variety of rooms, including Korean-style, bedroom-style and party rooms. Rooms have a washing machine and cooking facilities, and for business customers there is a meeting space in the 1st floor lobby. Transport links are good, with Daejeon Station and Jungang-ro subway station nearby. Also nearby is the famous Euneungjeong Street and Sky Road shopping area.

Daejeon Jungang Market (대전 중앙시장)

Daejeon Jungang Market (대전 중앙시장)

8.1Km    2025-10-23

783 Daejeon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-2-226-0319

Daejeon Jungang Market is a large comprehensive market consisting of many smaller markets including the Jungang Comprehensive Market, Jungang Arcade Market, Jayu Wholesale Market, New Jungang Market, and Jungang Wholesale Market. Daejeon Jungang Market is located in downtown Dong-gu and is one of the most famous traditional markets in the city. The market has many different sections (dried seafood street, hardware street, fish street, herbal medicine street, hanbok street, delicacy street, etc.) which stretch all the way from Daejeon Station to the banks of the Daejeoncheon Stream.