5 Best Things to Do in Daejeon on a Small Budget
What are the Cheap Things to Do in Daejeon?
If you’re looking for the best things to do in Daejeon on a small budget, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve handpicked museums and art galleries with affordable admission fees, so you can enjoy local culture and art without breaking the bank.
Lee Ungno Museum itself is a sight to behold and perfect for enjoying a spot of tea at a cafe. Uam Historic Park is built on the same space where philosopher Uam Song Siyeol taught his pupils. There, you can appreciate the refreshing scenery and the elegance of traditional landscaping. Below are some spots where you can experience Daejeon without worrying about your budget.
What are the best things to do in Daejeon on a small budget?
1. Daejeon Municipal Museum
A peek into South Korean history
Good for: Budget, History
The Daejeon Municipal Museum is home to artifacts that give you a glimpse into the rich history and culture of Daejeon. Some of those on display reflect the lives of upper-class aristocrats, such as Confucian scholars and noblewomen, and there are also artifacts related to the famous artist and writer Sin Saimdang.
Notably, there are plenty of activities in which children can participate, so it’s a great destination for an outing with the whole family. Being a municipal museum, the admission fee is quite affordable.
Location: 398 Doan-daero, Yuseong-gu, Daejeon, South Korea
Open: November–February: Tuesday–Sunday from 10 am to 6 pm. March–October: Tuesday–Sunday 10 am to 7 pm (closed on Mondays)
Daejeon Municipal Museum
2. Dunsan Prehistoric Site
A lush park with a formidable history
Good for: Budget, History, Photo
In Dunsan-dong, you can find a prehistoric site where ruins were excavated. Prehistoric huts contrasting against a backdrop of tall modern buildings create a unique and fresh landscape. The excavated relics now reside in the Gongju National Museum, and the excavation site has since been built into a park.
Take a leisurely stroll through the park while imagining how things might looked like in the past. You just may end up reevaluating that which once seemed familiar and see things differently.
Location: Wolpyeong-dong, Seo-gu, Daejeon, South Korea
Dunsan Prehistoric Site
3. Daejeon Skyroad
Perfect for urban adventures
Good for: Budget, Photo, Shoppers
Daejeon Skyroad refers to a massive LED video arcade built along Euneungjeongi Culture Street, which is often compared to the bustling shopping district of Myeong-dong in Seoul. Skyroad, which represents a balance of cutting-edge science, technology, culture, and art, is a shopping and cultural center and fits well with the energy of the young people in the area.
The content displayed on Skyroad changes daily, and we recommend visiting at night as the display is much more dazzling after dark.
Location: 83 Junggyo-ro, Jung-gu, Daejeon, South Korea
Daejeon Skyroad
4. Uam Historic Park
Picturesque views and leisurely strolls
Good for: Budget, History, Photo
Uam Historic Park is a harmonious blend of traditional South Korean hanok structures, green lawns, and surrounding mountains. Namganjeongsa was once a village school building where scholar and philosopher Song Siyeol taught, which was designed to enjoy the beauty created by drawing water from a nearby valley stream into the pond on the grounds.
The artistry of South Korean ancestors is on full display here. Comfortable shoes are recommended as you have to do a bit of walking up gentle slopes and along a stone path.
Location: 53 Chungjeong-ro, Dong-gu, Daejeon, South Korea
Open: Summer: Daily from 5 am to 9 pm. Winter: Daily from 6 am to 8 pm
Uam Historic Park
5. Lee Ungno Museum
For art and architecture lovers
Good for: Budget, Couples, Photo
At the Lee Ungno Museum, you can see various works by South Korean-born French painter Lee Ungno for an affordable admission fee. The structure itself is also a work of art, inspired by Lee’s works.
Even those without a great interest in art will find the cafe with its huge window appealing. Looking out at the sculpture park covered in lush green grass will make just about anyone feel at ease. Be sure to bring your camera to snap some amazing holiday photos to remember you visit.
Location: 157 Dunsan-daero, Seo-gu, Daejeon, South Korea
Open: November–February: Daily from 10 am to 6 pm (until 9 pm on Wednesdays). March–October: Daily from 10 am to 7 pm (until 9 pm on Wednesdays). Closed on Mondays (the following day if Monday is a public vacation), New Year’s Day, Lunar New Year’s Day and Chuseok
Lee Ungno Museum
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