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Daejeon
Science and technology hub with Expo Science Park.
약 146만 명540 km²1989년 (직할시 승격)
About Daejeon
Daejeon sits at Korea's geographic center, just 50 minutes from Seoul by KTX. The Daedeok Science Cluster, Yuseong hot springs, and the legendary Sungsimdang Bakery make it a rewarding stop on any Korean itinerary.
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Neighborhoods
Sungsimdang & Eunjeong Street
70-year-old landmark bakery next to Daejeon's vibrant youth culture street
Yuseong Hot Springs
Hot-spring district with natural thermal spas and resort hotels
Expo Science Park
Science theme park built on the 1993 World Expo grounds
Daedeok Research Cluster
Korea's largest R&D cluster housing KAIST and dozens of national labs
Local Cuisine
Sungsimdang Fried Soboro
성심당 튀김소보로The cult bread that sends visitors on pilgrimages — crunchy, sweet, legendary
Kalguksu
칼국수Knife-cut noodles in a clean, mild anchovy or clam broth
Dubu Durutchigi
두부두루치기Tofu and pork stir-fried in a bold spicy sauce — a Daejeon staple
Yuseong Jokbal
유성 족발Soy-braised pork trotters, the go-to late-night dish in the hot-spring district
Seasons
Spring
Apr–May: Hanbat Arboretum and Expo Civic Square burst with spring blossoms.
Summer
Jun–Aug: cool off in Yuseong's thermal spas or stargaze at the Daejeon Citizen Astronomical Observatory.
Autumn
Sep–Nov: autumn foliage walks in the arboretum and astronomy festivals fill the calendar.
Winter
Dec–Feb: outdoor hot-spring pools in Yuseong are at their most appealing when snow falls.
City Highlights
Best Time to Visit
4-5월(봄) · 9-11월(가을)
Must-See Spots
- 엑스포과학공원
- 대전시립미술관
- 한밭수목원
- 유성온천
Travel Tips
- KTX 환승 거점으로 이동 편리
- 유성구 대학가 음식거리 추천
- 대전 0번가·성심당 빵 필수
Getting There
KTX(서울 50분)·고속버스·도시철도