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By Korea Heritage Suwon Hwaseong Fortress Hike Tour
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $123 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 6h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Uncover the authentic side of Korea in Daejeon on this small group tour, designed for those seeking to go beyond Seoul's typical attractions. Stroll through the vibrant Jungangno Underground Shopping Arcade, savour the iconic flavours of Sungsimdang bakery, and enjoy a delicious local lunch featuring kalguksu and spicy tofu. Explore the city's modern architecture and rich history, with insights into the 1993 Daejeon Expo. Ideal for independent travellers who wish to experience Korea's local culture and culinary delights.

    • Small group tour limited to 4 guests for a personalised experience
    • Discover Daejeon's underground shopping and local bakery scene
    • Savour authentic Daejeon dishes during a local style lunch
    • Conveniently start and finish at Daejeon Station with guided transport

Activity location

  • Jungang-ro Underground Shopping Mall
    • 383 Seonhwa-dong, Jung-gu
    • Daejeon, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Daejeon Station
    • Jeong-dong
    • 55403, Jeong-dong, Daejeon, South Korea

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Daejeon: Local Food, Retro Streets and Beyond Seoul

  • Activity duration is 6 hours and 30 minutes6h 30m
    6h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 10:30AM
Price details
CA $123.45 x 1 AdultCA $123.45
Total
Price is CA $123.45
Until Mon, Sep 21

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Bottled water
  • Inclusions
    Snacks
  • Inclusions
    Lunch
  • Inclusions
    Coffee and/or Tea
  • Inclusions
    Taxi transport during the tour
  • Exclusions
    Transport to and from Daejeon

Know before you book

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • Travellers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

Jungang-ro Underground Shopping Mall

  • 20m
Walk through Daejeon’s underground shopping arcade from Daejeon Station towards the old city centre. Along the way, discover Korea’s unique underground shopping culture and hear how Daejeon grew around its railway and city centre. This is not just a transfer—it is your first glimpse into everyday local life in Daejeon.

Sungsimdang Cultural Center

  • 15m
Visit Sungsimdang, Daejeon’s most iconic local bakery and one of the city’s best-known brands. Hear the storey of how a small local bakery became a symbol of Daejeon. A Sungsimdang snack prepared in advance is included, so you can enjoy a taste without spending your tour time waiting in line.

Sungsimdang Cultural Center

  • 30m
Discover another side of Sungsimdang at its cultural space in Daejeon’s old city centre. Explore displays, local goods, and stories connected to the bakery while learning why Sungsimdang has become much more than just a place to buy bread for people in Daejeon.

Daejeon Modern History Exhibition Hall

  • 35m
Step into Daejeon’s modern history at the former Chungnam Provincial Government Building, one of the city’s most recognisable historic landmarks. Learn how the relocation of the provincial government helped transform Daejeon into an important regional city and discover the building’s architecture and appearances in Korean films and dramas.

Temiorae

  • 40m
Walk through a peaceful collection of historic residences once used by Chungnam provincial government officials. Explore the preserved architecture while hearing stories of Daejeon in the 1930s and how these old residential buildings have been transformed into a cultural space today.

Tower Of Great Light

  • 45m
Travel back to 1993 at Hanbit Tower, the iconic symbol of the Daejeon Expo. Discover what the Expo represented for Korea during a period of rapid growth and technological development, and compare the futuristic vision of 1993 with Daejeon today. Enjoy views of Hanbit Tower and Expo Bridge and take time for photos.

Sojedong Cheoldo Gwansachon

  • 50m
End the day in Soje-dong, an old railway area that has been transformed with cafés, restaurants, and renovated spaces. Discover traces of Daejeon’s railway history while experiencing one of the city’s trendiest areas today. Relax with a café drink and enjoy some free time before returning to Daejeon Station.

Location

Activity location

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    Jungang-ro Underground Shopping Mall
    • 383 Seonhwa-dong, Jung-gu
    • Daejeon, South Korea

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Daejeon Station
    • Jeong-dong
    • 55403, Jeong-dong, Daejeon, South Korea

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