Hwangtae Kalguksu (황태칼국수)

19.1Km 2024-02-28

15-22 Jeongnim-ro 10beon-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Hwangtae Kalguksu is a Korean restaurant known for offering various hwangtae (dried pollack) dishes. The popular menu item is hwangtae bajirak kalguksu (noodle soup with dried pollack and clams), featuring a broth prepared by boiling hwangtae for long hours in a cast-iron pot. The combination of refreshing broth and soft noodles makes it a sought-after dish, especially for those looking for a hangover soup. The restaurant also serves dishes like hwangtae gui (grilled dried pollack), hwangtae jeongol (dried pollack hot pot) and hwangtae jinguk (dried pollack soup).

Beer Week & Tteugi Hanu (비어위크&특이하누)

19.1Km 2025-03-15

480 Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-10-9112-3972

A popular festival along Daejeon citizens, the Beer Week & Ttteugi Hanu offers top-grade hanu (Korean beef) to pair with craft beers made by local breweries.

Nogwon Ganjang Gejang (녹원간장게장)

19.5Km 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.

Sintan Myounog (신탄면옥)

19.5Km 2024-02-15

74 Deogambuk-ro 104beon-gil, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon

Sintan Myounog, situated near KTX Sintanjin Station, is a Korean restaurant celebrated for its Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles). This dish stands out for its unique beef broth, which is blended with dongchimi (radish water kimchi) to yield a savory umami flavor. In addition to naengmyeon, the restaurant also serves other popular Korean dishes, including dwaeji galbi (grilled pork galbi) and galbitang (galbi soup). The combination of sweet galbi with the tangy naengmyeon provides a diverse and satisfying culinary experience.

National Science Museum (국립중앙과학관)

19.5Km 2022-08-31

481, Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-601-7979

The National Science Museum collects and exhibits various scientific materials. The outdoor exhibition features large models including airplanes, propellers, airboats and more as well as rest areas. The special exhibition hall displays the work of various contest winners as well as rare products. The permanent exhibition hall offers approximately 4,200 works from 322 subjects in four different fields. The observatory hall in a dome-shaped structure has a 70-millimeter-long astro-vision as well as a planetarium. Various programs are offered including HAM radio, education and experience class, model plane class, and computer class, as well as other science education programs and events.

Ganamji (가남지)

19.6Km 2024-03-04

588 Daedeok-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-861-7557

Ganamji is an Asian cuisine restaurant located within the Daedeok Research Complex. Specializing in Vietnamese cuisine as its main offering, it also features a variety of Southeast Asian dishes from Thailand, southern China, and other regions, depending on the season. The signature dishes include ssalguksu (rice noodles) and pineapple bokkeumbap (pineapple fried rice). Known for its generous portions and quality ingredients, it enjoys popularity among locals.

Boeun White Dandelion Eco-Village (보은 하얀민들레한옥마을)

19.8Km 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.

Daecheong Dam (대청댐)

19.8Km 2021-06-01

618-136, Daecheong-ro, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon
+82-43-930-7332

Daecheong Dam is a multi-purpose dam consisting of a 72 meter-tall and 495 meter-long concrete gravity dam and rockfill dam. It is located on the Geumgang River where Daejeon and Chungcheongbuk-do meet. There are three additional support dams in the area of the main dam to help control the river's flow. The dam also serves as a power source for the nearby areas of Daejeon and Cheongju. Construction of the dam took nearly six years, started in March 1975 and completed in 1980.

The observatory, located at Palgakjeong Service Area, offers a great view of Daecheongho Lake. A variety of fascinating items are displayed in the Water Culture Center on the left bank of Daecheong Dam. A nearby grassy meadow promises a relaxing and comfortable rest, while local delicacies such as spicy fish stew using freshwater fish and marinated grilled eel are a delight to taste.

Red Leaf Willow Habitat (왕버드나무군락지)

19.9Km 2024-02-15

Miho-dong, Daedeok-gu, Daejeon

Red Leaf Willow Habitat is located near Daechung Dam and Geumgang Lohas Daecheong Park, along the Geumgang River. This area is ideal for photography, offering stunning views during sunrise and sunset, with sunlight and mist creating a picturesque scene. The decaying wood of the trees in the wetland area can even emit light on its own during the nighttime.

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