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Introduction

What to do

You're Going to Love Daegu

Daegu is one of Korea's biggest cities and hosts many festivals and concerts, as well as being a popular place for visitors due to its abundance of green parks, museums, and historic temples.

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Daegu

1. Gatbawi

Many come from around Korea to see this Buddha statue as they believe that the deity is able to grant each visitor a single wish.

2. Gyeongsang-gamyeong Park

Take in the views of the city below at this city park, with trails for those interested in a bit of hiking around the mountain.

3. Palgongsan

This mountain is part of the Taebaek range and the top is easily reachable by cable car.

4. Daegu Opera House

This is the first and only theater created for the sole purpose of performing opera.

5. Donghwasa Temple

Explore this ancient Buddhist temple located on the south side of Palgongsan mountain.

When to Visit Daegu

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The best time to visit Daegu is between August and September, with cooler temperatures lending visitors the opportunity for more outdoor activities.

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How to Get to Daegu

Plane

The Daegu International Airport (TAE) is located just outside of the city center, with visitors taking local bus Palgong 1 or Express 1 to the city center.

Train

Dongdaegu Station is the second busiest train station in Korea, and offers daily express trains from Seoul; a 1.5-hour journey costs ₩38,400.

Car

Traffic from Korea's capital of Seoul to Daegu can prolong your journey time, but generally you can make the transfer in three hours on the Gyeongbu Expressway.

Bus

There are many buses from Seoul to Daegu making the journey in 3.5 hours and costing ₩39,000.

Airports near Daegu

PUS Busan Gimhae

TAE Daegu

CJJ Cheongju

Airlines serving Daegu

United Airlines

Good (67,920 reviews)

American Airlines

Good (45,172 reviews)

Delta

Good (29,051 reviews)

KLM

Good (3,641 reviews)

Air France

Good (4,177 reviews)

Air Canada

Good (24,782 reviews)

Alitalia

Good (1,609 reviews)

Ethiopian Air

Good (2,345 reviews)

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Where to Stay in Daegu

Hotel Inter Burgo features both indoor and outdoor swimming pools, while Hotel Savoy has more eclectic room designs at cheaper prices.

Popular Neighborhoods in Daegu

Dongseongno - this downtown business center holds the highest concentrations of banks, restaurants, and shopping opportunities.

Dalseo-gu - here you can find multiple amusement spots as well as Kyungpook National University.

Duryu Park - this neighborhood is comprised of a large fortress and several monuments within including Daegu Tower, Woobang Tower Land, and Kolon Bandstand.

Where to stay in popular areas of Daegu

Most booked hotels in Daegu

Hotel Inter Burgo

S$ 163+

Good (7.6, 330 reviews)

Eldis Regent Hotel

S$ 140+

Good (7.4, 174 reviews)

New Grand Hotel

S$ 46+

Good (7.3, 251 reviews)

Inter-Burgo Exco Hotel

S$ 111+

Good (6.9, 314 reviews)

Hotel The Palace Daegu

S$ 78+

Good (6.6, 7 reviews)

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How to Get Around Daegu

Public Transportation

There is both a subway and many buses in Daegu, with routes covering every section of the city. A standard fare on each costs ₩1,100, which you can buy with a prepaid transportation card at the station kiosks.

Taxi

There are many yellow taxi cabs in Korea, with the fare starting at ₩3,000 and costing around ₩12,000 for a ride between downtown locations.

Car

Daily rental vehicles can be picked up at the bus station, airport, or several downtown locations. Prices start at ₩22,000.

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The Cost of Living in Daegu

Shopping Streets

Daegu Department Store has two branches downtown selling clothes, jewelry, and household items. For a more authentic shopping trip, browse Seomun Market for local handicrafts and souvenirs.