February 28th Jungang Memorial Park (2.28기념중앙공원)

8.2Km 2023-04-03

80, Dongseong-ro 2-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

This park was created in 2003 to commemorate the February 28 Student Democratic Uprising in 1960 on the site of Jungang Elementary School. It is a place that contains the pain of Daegu's history from the February 28 Uprising to the March 15 Uprising and the April 19 Revolution, but now it has become a peaceful and pleasant resting place in the city center. Thanks to the cool fountain and the shade created by the beautiful trees, it is established as a park that anyone can visit comfortably, regardless of age or gender. Furthermore, there are various amenities such as a walking trail, stream, and central fountain plaza, as well as many famous restaurants nearby, serving as a convenient public area to the citizens of Daegu throughout the year.

Daegu Citizen Stadium (대구시민운동장)

8.2Km 2021-06-11

12-1, Goseong-ro 35-gil, Buk-gu, Daegu

The Daegu Citizen Stadium was established on April 20, 1948. It features a main stadium, a baseball stadium, a ssireum (Korean wrestling) stadium, tennis courts, and much more. Since its expansion in 1975, the Daegu Citizen Stadium hosted several soccer matches during the 1986 Asian Games and the 1988 Summer Olympics.

Daegu Modern History Streets (Tour of Modern Streets) (대구 근대골목(근대로의 여행))

8.3Km 2023-10-27

66, Gukchaebosang-ro 102-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

Daegu Modern History Streets is an experiential tour that brings the participants across Daegu’s alleyways and living history. During the Korean War, Daegu was much less damaged than other regions. Because of that, the city retains the changes in lifestyles before and after the war relatively well.
There are 13 courses in total, run by regional self-governance groups in Daegu, defined according to different themes and areas. The most popular among them is Course 2, the Modern Cultural Street, which takes visitors on a tour of major sites associated with Daegu’s modernity. Follow the retro aesthetics and the history of Daegu and Korea along places like Kyesan Catholic Church, Jeil Church, old houses, and the former Chinese Elementary School.
Note that multilingual tours are offered to international visitors in English, Japanese, and Chinese, in regular tours (14:00 every Saturday) and on-demand tours (available for groups of more than 5). Reservations are offered on the official website.

NUNE EYE HOSPITAL (누네안과병원)

8.3Km 2025-11-21

2179 Dalgubeol-daero, Jung-gu, Daegu

Nune Eye Hospital is a specialized ophthalmology hospital designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare (2024 to 2026)
The hospital is equipped with the human and material infrastructure to treat a variety of eye conditions. It maintains a staff of 24 ophthalmology specialists across detailed sub-fields, including Refractive Surgery, Cataract, Retina, Glaucoma, and Pediatric/Neuro-Ophthalmology.
Key equipment includes the SCHWIND ATOS and AMARIS RED SPT for vision correction, and the LENSAR and CENTURION for cataract procedures.
The hospital features precision examination rooms, consultation rooms, sterile operating theaters, and inpatient wards, enabling a comprehensive ONE-STOP process for diagnosis, treatment, and surgery.

Daegu Dongseong-ro Street (대구 동성로거리)

8.3Km 2025-08-11

27 Dongseong-ro 2-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

Dongseong-ro Street, named for its location in relation to the old Daegueupseong Walled Town's wall, is the epicenter of youth culture in Daegu. It is the central business district, stretching 900 meters from Daegu Station Intersection to Art Square. In addition to the many name brand shops located here, the street includes performance stages and event squares, creating a lively environment. The street is divided into various sections, making it easy for first-time visitors to find their way around.

Palgongsan National Park (Donghwasa Temple District) (팔공산국립공원(동화사지구))

8.3Km 2025-08-11

1 Donghwasa 1-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu

Palgongsan National Park is located close to Palgongsan Mountain, one of the larger mountains in the Taebaek Mountain Range. Palgongsan Mountain is located 20 kilometers northeast from downtown Daegu, where the Nakdonggang and Geumhogang Rivers meet. The mountain has three peaks in a row: Birobong Peak (1192.3 meters) in the center and Dongbong (aka ‘Mitabong,’ 1,155 meters) and Seobong (aka ‘Samseongbong,’ 1,150 meters) on each side.

The park is within the administrative district of Dong-gu, with Daegu and four towns along its border, including Yeongcheon-si, Gyeongsan-si, and Chilgok-gun. A number of Buddhist temples including Donghwasa, the headquarters of the 9th Buddhist Parish, are located in the area.

The park has numerous rocks and valleys and is carpeted with azaleas in the spring. In the autumn many visitors flock to the park to admire the fall leaves on the trees lining the 16.3-kilometer-long roadway that runs through the park. With vibrant green leaves in spring and a delicate snowscape in the winter, Palgongsan Mountain is an attractive destination for visitors throughout the year.

Mt. Palgong Hot Spring Tourist Hotel (팔공산온천관광호텔(온천))

8.3Km 2024-02-28

11 Palgongsan-ro 185-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu

Mt. Palgong Hot Spring Tourist Hotel is nestled near Birobong Peak of Palgongsan Mountain. It features a hot spring bath with sodium chloride alkaline water (pH 8.0), sourced from 687 meters below the granite surface of a nearby valley. The spring water, at a temperature of 28.9 ℃, is renowned for its properties that soothe the skin, enhance blood circulation, and relieve fatigue. The facility includes hot and cold baths, jet benches for water massages, a sauna, and open-air baths. Additionally, the surrounding Palgongsan Mountain area boasts numerous tourist attractions, including Donghwasa Temple, a cable car, and various hiking trails.

Palgongsan Nature Park (Gatbawi District) (팔공산자연공원(갓바위지구))

8.4Km 2024-02-29

6-1 Palgongsan-ro 199-gil, Dong-gu, Daegu

Palgongsan Nature Park, located in the Taebaek Mountain Range, features three peaks: Birobong Peak (1,192m), Yeombulbong Peak (1,042m), and Seobong Peak (1,150m). This mountain area boasts stunning rock formations and valleys. At an elevation of 852 meters on Gwanbong Peak, the Gatbawi Rock is renowned for fulfilling wishes. Other attractions include Donghwasa Temple, the Palgongsan Cable Car, and the Donghwasa Tourist Complex.

Allforskin Dermatology Clinic (올포스킨피부과)

8.4Km 2025-11-21

4th Floor, Dongwon Building, 26 Dongseong-ro 5-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

As a globally recognized JCI-accredited dermatology clinic, we specialize in treating intractable skin diseases. In particular, we provide comprehensive care in pigmentation, nevi (moles), lifting, anti-aging, hair loss, and hair transplantation, as well as skin aesthetics, rejuvenation, and obesity management, covering all areas of skin-related treatment. We also serve as a training institution for international physicians and operate overseas branches.

Daegu Modern History Museum (대구근대역사관)

8.4Km 2025-08-11

67 Gyeongsanggamyeong-gil, Jung-gu, Daegu

Located in Pojeong-dong, Jung-gu, Daegu, the Daegu Modern History Museum was officially opened on January 24, 2011. The museum is housed in a building that is rich in history. First built by Japan in 1932 as a bank, the building was once a symbol of repression and exploitation during the Japanese colonial rule. Today, the building stands proudly as an educational site and bears the title of ‘Cultural Property No. 49’ in recognition of its historical and cultural significance.

The two-story museum (1,971 square meters) houses a permanent exhibition (1F), featured exhibition (2F), and a hands-on exhibition room and classroom for diverse cultural activities and lectures. The history exhibition features the lifestyle of Daegu citizens, local customs, and education of the late 19th century and the early 20th century.

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