National Science Museum (국립중앙과학관)

1.5Km 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)

1.6Km 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.

Currency Museum of Korea (화폐박물관)

1.9Km 2019-03-18

80-67, Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-870-1000

The Currency Museum of Korea is the first museum in Korea to be dedicated solely to modern and ancient currencies. The museum (est. 1988) is operated by the Mint Corporation of Korea as part of its non-profit public services and is open to visitors free of charge with a view of increasing public knowledge of the nation’s currency. The museum features a total of 120,000 pieces including: coins currently in use both in Korea and overseas; coins from modern times (from the Late Joseon Dynasty until today); 80 types of commemorative coins; 88 types of ‘special money’; postage stamps, and other materials.

Exhibition Room 1 presents a wide selection of coins from both ancient eras and modern times, with many of the coins dating back to the Goryeo and Joseon dynasties. Coins on display in this room include Geonwonjungbo (996), the first coin ever minted in Korea; Haedongwonbo (1097); and Sangpyeongtongbo, the most widely used coin during the Joseon Dynasty. Other displays include commemorative coins from past Olympics, special coins, charms, amulets and Lydian currency, the world’s first-ever alloy coin minted around 670 BC.

Exhibition Room 2 (Exhibition of Bills) displays a wide variety of bills by era as well as information detailing the production process of a banknote (from the manufacturing of the paper used to the finished product). Exhibition Room 3 shows how authorities spot counterfeit money while Exhibition Room 4 has a wide selection of stamps, medals, and currencies from over 120 different countries around the world including Russia and North Korea.

Phil Hospital of Korean Medicine (필한방병원)

2.1Km 2025-07-29

(3rd,4th,11th Floors, Calix Building), 128 Cheongsa-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Phil Hospital of Korean Medicine, located in Daejeon, is a training hospital designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare. With 8 specialized professionals (including 2 doctors) and 70 patient beds, we offer a wide range of services. Director Yoon Je-pil, a specialist in Korean medicine rehabilitation, brings 18 years of experience from a renowned Korean medicine hospital, 7 years at our hospital, and 8 years of international experience in the United States and Africa, making him an excellent choice for international patients. Our head of internal medicine is fluent in Japanese.

We have a women-only immunization ward where we provide immune-boosting foods.
Dedicated staff for international patients and private waiting and treatment areas are also available.

Invention Education Center (발명교육센터 창의발명체험관)

2.3Km 2020-07-06

82, Gwahak-ro, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon
+82-42-601-4458

The Invention Education Center offers an experience room, experience hall, lecture rooms, and various other facilities throughout four floors. Visitors can learn about top inventors and their inventions in each area. The education programs are conducted by researchers from Daedeok Innopolis, members of the board of examiners of the Korea Industrial Property Office, professors from top universities and more. With their vast knowledge and experience, the lecturers help to cultivate students' ingenuity and competitive spirit.

The Invention Education Center aims to help students understand inventions better through the use of fun and playful experiences. The experiences are divided into four themes, including "Click, Imagination Icon," "View Imagination's Strength," "The Fruit of Imagination," and "Imagination is Reality."

E-Mart - Dunsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트 둔산)

2.4Km 2024-04-22

41, Dunsanbuk-ro, Seo-gu, Daejeon

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Himart - Dunsan Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (하이마트 둔산점)

2.4Km 2024-04-18

255, Daedeok-daero, Seo-gu, Daejeon

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Sariwon (사리원면옥)

2.5Km 2024-02-15

77 Dunsan-ro 31beon-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Sariwon, established in 1952, is a renowned Pyeongyang naengmyeon (Pyeongyang cold buckwheat noodles) restaurant. Founded by a North Korean native, the restaurant has become nationally famous for its authentic Pyeongyang naengmyeon flavor. The rich broth, a blend of beef stock simmered for hours and matured dongchimi (radish water kimchi) broth, is full of flavor. The restaurant is also known for its smooth, house-made buckwheat noodles.

Gangnam Myeonok Dunsan Branch (강남면옥 둔산점)

2.6Km 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.

Pungjeon Samgyetang Dunsan Branch (풍전삼계탕둔산점 )

2.6Km 2024-02-15

2F, 37 Dunsan-ro 73beon-gil, Seo-gu, Daejeon

Pungjeon Samgyetang specializes in samgyetang (ginseng chicken soup), a Korean nutritious food. The signature dish is samgyetang made with young chicken filled with sweet rice, ginseng, jujubes, and chestnuts, slowly cooked to perfection. The dish is served in a hot pot to retain heat, allowing it to be enjoyed warm for an extended period. Additionally, the generous haemul pajeon (seafood and green onion pancake) and dotorimung muchim (acorn jelly salad) are also special treats.

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