Yuseong Special Tourist Zone (유성 관광특구)

4.9Km 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 Museum of Art (대전시립미술관)

4.9Km 2025-02-04

155 Dunsan-daero, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Daejeon Museum of Art offers visitors the chance to appreciate contemporary Korean artworks. It includes exhibition halls, a storage facility, an outdoor garden, a lounge, and a gift shop. The collection features paintings, sculptures, photographs, and crafts. Its exhibitions range from permanent collections, storage displays, and contemporary art showcases. It also offers hands-on activity programs, such as printmaking, folk painting, Korean paper art, traditional dyeing, embroidery crafts, and pen drawing.

Gilsang (길상)

5.0Km 2024-02-14

43 Jeonmin-ro 6beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Café Gilsang, a haven for classical music enthusiasts, offers pour-over coffee made with in-house roasted beans. The café's walls are adorned with a collection of 2,000 vinyl records, showcased like art pieces. Adding to the charm are the vacuum tube amplifiers and vinyl turntables prominently displayed at the bar. It's an ideal spot for enjoying a book accompanied by classical tunes.

Hanbang Samgyetang (한방삼계탕)

5.0Km 2024-02-15

43 Jeonmin-ro 14beon-gil, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon

Hanbang Samgyetang is known for its hanbang samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup with medicinal herbs). This nutritious dish consists of chicken slowly cooked with a variety of healthy medicinal herbs, resulting in tender meat and a rich yet light broth. The meal is complemented with a ginseng liquor aperitif and standard side dishes, including kkakdugi (diced radish kimchi) and cabbage kimchi.

Daeseon Kalguksu Dunsan Main Store (대선칼국수 둔산본점)

5.0Km 2024-02-15

2F, 28 Dunsanjung-ro 40beon-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Daeseon Kalguksu, established in 1954, is a kalguksu (noodle soup) specialty restaurant renowned for its traditional flavors. Their signature dish, Daeseon Kalguksu, is made by adding noodles to a rich broth boiled with clams and topped with crown daisy and perilla seed powder, creating a deep and savory taste. Another key to their success is the bibim guksu (spicy noodles), which consists of noodles mixed with sesame oil and homemade red chili paste. Additionally, their tender and juicy suyuk (boiled pork slices) is also popular among customers.

Gangnam Myeonok Dunsan Branch (강남면옥 둔산점)

5.0Km 2024-02-15

15 Dunsan-ro 123beon-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Gangnam Myeonok, located near Daejeon City Hall, is a renowned galbi restaurant. The most popular dishes are sogalbijjim (braised galbi) and galbitang (galbi soup), known for extremely tender meat that effortlessly melts in your mouth. Enjoying these rich galbi in combination with tangy naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles) elevates the meal into a unique delicacy. Additionally, hoe naengmyeon (cold buckwheat noodles with raw fish), topped with a distinctive sauce and complemented with ganjaemi hoe muchim (spicy raw red stingray salad), offers a delightful taste experience.

Place Flora (플레이스플로라)

5.1Km 2024-02-15

57-54 Hoenam-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Place Flora is a dining café featuring a greenhouse made of glass. Functioning as both a café and an Italian restaurant, it offers a range of dining options including margherita pizza, pasta, and risotto, along with a variety of beverage choices. Located near Daecheong Dam, the café boasts beautiful scenery, making it an ideal spot for a drive and a relaxing meal.

Injeongwon (인정원)

5.1Km 2024-02-23

755 Gyeryong-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon
042-254-4999

Injeongwon is a Korean restaurant known for its charming interior and traditional cuisine. The highlight of their menu is the Injeongwon jeongsik (Injeongwon set menu), which includes a range of dishes such as appetizing porridge, ginseng with honey, doraji jeonggwa (braised balloon flower roots in sweet sauce), and muneo sukhoe (parboiled octopus). In addition to this set menu, guests can enjoy other delectable offerings like the savory and lightly flavored borigulbi (barley-aged dried yellow croaker), accompanied by a variety of side dishes, jjigae, and desserts.

Daejeon Expo Park (대전엑스포과학공원)

5.2Km 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.

Yongun Sanseong (용운산성)

5.2Km 2020-01-10

42-21, Saeul-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-285-6692

Yongun Sanseong a restaurant in Yongun-dong, Dong-gu, Daejeon-si, serves beef sirloin steak and beef ribs. Han-jeongsik (Korean Table d'hote) is served during lunch.

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