South Korea is famous for Seoul, Busan, and Jeju Island โ but have you heard of Daejeon?
Located in the center of South Korea, Daejeon is a beautiful, peaceful city perfect for foreign visitors looking to experience real Korean life, science, sports, and nature.
๐ Where is Daejeon?
Daejeon is located in the central region of South Korea, about 50 minutes from Seoul by KTX (high-speed train). Itโs one of Koreaโs largest cities with around 1.4 million people.
๐บ๏ธ Fun Fact:
The name “Daejeon” means “Great Field” in Korean.
โพ Home of the Hanwha Eagles โ Pro Baseball in Daejeon
Daejeon is famous in Korean sports for its professional baseball team, the Hanwha Eagles.
The team plays at Hanbat Baseball Stadium, which becomes full of cheering fans during the season! ๐ฆ
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- Team Name: Hanwha Eagles
- Founded: 1985
- League: KBO (Korea Baseball Organization)
- Stadium: Hanbat Stadium, near Daejeon Station
- Highlight: Their fans are called “BOSAL FANS” (๋ณด์ดํฌ), meaning โpatient saints,โ because they always cheer even when the team struggles.
Watching a game here is fun, affordable (โฉ7,000โโฉ15,000 / $5โ$12), and full of delicious Korean snacks! ๐๐ป
๐บ๏ธ Must-Visit Places in Daejeon
1. Expo Science Park
๐ฌ A futuristic park with science museums, planetarium, and the famous Hanbit Tower.
Perfect for kids and families.
2. Yuseong Hot Springs
โจ๏ธ Relax your body in natural hot water! Many hotels and public spas offer Korean-style baths.
Free foot baths are available outdoors.
3. Daecheong Lake
๐ฃโโ๏ธ Great place for a peaceful walk, boat ride, or picnic with mountain views.
4. Uam Historical Park
๐ฏ Discover Korean traditional houses and beautiful gardens.
5. Skyroad in Eunhaeng-dong
๐ A shopping street with LED screens, street food, and performances. Very popular at night!
๐ฆ๏ธ Whatโs the Weather Like?
| Season | Temperature | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Spring (MarโMay) | 10ยฐC ~ 20ยฐC | ๐ธ Cherry blossoms everywhere! |
| Summer (JunโAug) | 25ยฐC ~ 35ยฐC | ๐ Hot and humid |
| Autumn (SepโNov) | 15ยฐC ~ 25ยฐC | ๐ Colorful leaves & cool air |
| Winter (DecโFeb) | -5ยฐC ~ 5ยฐC | โ๏ธ Cold, sometimes snowy |
โ๏ธ Tip: July and August are rainy ๐ง๏ธ, so bring an umbrella.
๐ How to Get to Daejeon
- From Seoul:
- ๐ KTX Train: ~50 mins from Seoul Station
- ๐ Express Bus: ~1.5 hours from Express Bus Terminal
- From Incheon Airport:
- Airport Limousine Bus: ~2.5 hours
๐งพ Costs:
- KTX: ~โฉ22,000 ($17)
- Bus: ~โฉ15,000 ($11)
๐๏ธ Where to Stay
Daejeon has many budget-friendly hotels and guesthouses:
- ๐๏ธ Hotel Onoma (luxury)
- ๐จ Toyoko Inn (business)
- ๐ Yousung Guesthouse (local + hot springs)
Prices range from โฉ50,000 to โฉ180,000 per night (~$35โ$130).
๐ What to Eat in Daejeon
- Ttukbaegi Bulgogi (๋๋ฐฐ๊ธฐ ๋ถ๊ณ ๊ธฐ) โ Sweet beef stew in a hot pot
- Yuseong Samgyetang (Ginseng Chicken Soup)
- Sundae Soup (Korean blood sausage soup)
- Chungcheong-style Banchan โ Local side dishes like seasoned greens, radish, etc.
๐ก Why Foreigners Should Visit Daejeon
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Fewer crowds than Seoul
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Lower prices
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Friendly locals
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Relaxing city vibe
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Great place to learn about real Korean culture
๐ Conclusion
Daejeon may not be a famous tourist destination yet, but thatโs exactly why itโs so special.
If youโre a traveler who wants to experience Korea beyond K-pop and Seoul, Daejeon is the perfect place to explore. From science to spas, baseball to barbecue โ it has something for everyone! ๐ฐ๐ทโจ
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- #VisitDaejeon
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