Sikjangsan Cultural Park (Sunrise Observatory) (식장산 문화공원(해돋이전망대))

13.8Km 2023-02-09

32-834, Secheongongwon-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon

Sikjangsan (623.6 meters) is a mountain spanning three regions - Dong-gu of Daejeon, Gunbuk-myeon and Gunseo-myeon of Okcheon-gun. As the tallest peak in the city located in the southeastern part of Dong-gu, Daejeon, it stands proudly next to great mountains in neighboring regions such as Seodaesan, the tallest peak in Chungcheongnam-do (904 meters), and Daeseongsan, the tallest in Okcheon (705 meters). Home of a 4.82 million-square-meter large, natural ecosystem preservation forest designated by the city, Sikjangsan is an ecological repository featuring plants of 224 species, 45 varieties, 187 genera, and 78 families; 45 kinds of mammals such as roe deer, squirrels, wildcats, raccoons and bats; over 100 types of birds; reptiles; and amphibians.
Sikjangsan Cultural Park is an ecological park that continues from Secheon Park to Sikjangsan Sunrise Observatory. The cultural park was established at the peak of the mountain, which had been regarded as one of the best nightscape viewpoints in Daejeon. A traditional tower built inside the cultural park adds a sense of classical dignity. An observatory from which the entire city can be seen in a single view is also located here. People of all ages and genders visit the tower and observatory to enjoy the expansive view of Daejeon.

BOK Art Center (비오케이아트센터)

13.8Km 2025-05-20

12, Gukchaegyeonguwon 3-ro, Sejong-si
+82-1877-4955

BOK Art Center is located in Bangok-dong, Sejong-si. It was opened in 2019 with the management philosophy of CEO I Gyu-sun, 'Let's create a happier living space.' The center is equipped with a performance hall where various performances are held, a gallery where various exhibitions are held, a hobby factory specialized for kidults, a Ccume Baking Class where you can enjoy baking, a bookstore, and a cafe.

E-Mart - Sejong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 세종)

14.1Km 2025-05-20

2F, 10, Docheong-ro, Yeongtong-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Daecheongho Lake (대청호)

14.1Km 2022-12-26

Dong-gu, Daejeon / Munui-myeon, Chungcheongbuk-do
+82-42-251-4748

Daecheongho Lake is a man-made lake, stretching from Daejeon to Cheongju-si, Okcheon-gun, and Boeun-gun. Construction began in 1975 and finished in 1980, and the lake supplies water for various use to people in Daejeon and Cheongju.

The reservoir water spans an area of over 72.8 ㎢ with a perimeter of 80 kilometers, and the water kept in storage has a volume of 1.5 billion tons, making the reservoir the third largest lake in Korea. The area is famous for its beautiful driving course along a tree-lined road through the nearby mountain which has an altitude of 200 to 300 meters. Also, resident birds and migratory birds, such as white heron, can be seen during summer in the upper region of the lake.

Homeplus - Gyeryong Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 계룡)

14.1Km 2024-04-27

304, Gyeryongdae-ro, Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do

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Red Leaf Willow Habitat (왕버드나무군락지)

14.4Km 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.

Sindo-ri Hanuchon (신도리한우촌)

14.5Km 2021-03-20

4-57, Beonyeong, 11-gil, Eomsa-myeon, Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-42-841-5060

A restaurant run for 35 years by a representative of fermented dishes. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Gyeryong-si, Chungcheongnam-do. The most famous menu is grilled Korean beef.

Children's Museum (국립어린이박물관)

14.7Km 2025-05-20

130 Eoulluri-ro, Sejong-si

The Children's Museum combines education and fun through interactive exhibition halls and a relaxing lounge area. Visitors can explore tools used by humans, enjoy tactile play in an artificial forest, navigate underground facilities, and design public buildings. They can also participate in activities like traditional Korean painting games using digital devices and space travel through media art. Additional programs include creating plant kits or pressed flower lamps, as well as science and art fusion workshops.

E-An Land (이안숲속)

14.8Km 2020-04-24

25, Sumogwon-gil, Gongju-si, Chungcheongnam-do
+82-41-855-2008

E-An Land Forest was established in 1999 when 1,836 arbor species and 1,418 herb species were planted on a land area of 1,118 hectares. The forest features a tropical garden and various other exhibition gardens, as well as thematic spaces like the Haneul Maru. The forest was finally completed in 2006. Inside the arboretum, there are various things to see such as the herb village, parakeet exhibitions, a pine tree garden, and man-made cave. There is also a mini golf course and an outdoor swimming pool. Visitors can also use the onsite pensions and the auto camping site for accommodation, making the E-An Land Forest a great place for family and group visitors.

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