10 Best Things to Do After Dinner in Daejeon

Mokcheok Bridge connects Jungangno and Daejeon Station, while Daejeon River, one of Daejeon's three major rivers, flows underneath. Daejeon River and a famous musical fountain are lit up at night, making this spot quite popular among locals. Daejeon Central Market can be found nearby, while Euneujeongi Culture Street and Daeheung-dong Culture and Art Street are next to Jungangno Station. They're popular with younger crowds looking to enjoy the nightlife until late.

Daedong Sky Park is where you can see a beautiful windmill and take in the romantic nightscapes of Daejeon. When the sun goes down and the sky turns from blue to red, the lights start to illuminate the park. The windmill made with pretty pieces of tile begins to sparkle and reflect gorgeous colours. The contrast between the orange street lights illuminating the old residential areas and the white lights of high-rise buildings is something special that can only be seen here.

Summer nights at Expo Civic Square are something else. The Cowherd and the Weaver Girl Festival is held there, and there's also a musical fountain that has been a favourite among locals for a long time. Twenty minutes will go by in the blink of an eye as you become captivated by the colourful lights and dancing streams of water. If you happen to be travelling when the musical fountain is not in season, don't fret because the Expo Bridge, which is only illuminated on weekends, and the lights of the nearby buildings reflected in the river will mesmerise you with a colourful, peaceful and heartwarming display.

Boramae Park, situated behind City Hall, appears to be an unassuming city park, but at certain times of the year, you're treated to colourful and romantic night-time views. At the annual Seo-gu Healing Art Festival held in May, art trees and a light tunnel are installed with a different theme, which is one of the most anticipated events around. Christmas-themed sculptures are installed in December, so don't miss it if you happen to be visiting Daejeon at this time.

Ppuri Park is a park with the theme of filial piety and home to the Korean Genealogical Museum where you can learn about the history and ancestry of Korean surnames. This place, which may sound like a slightly stuffy experience already, turns into a park of surprisingly flashy lights that fill the night sky. From Manseong Bridge, which leads to the park entrance, to the trail leading to the nearby mountain and the lanterns floating on the river, you'd be hard-pressed to find a place that isn't pretty. Besides, the admission is free, so you have no excuse to miss this one.

Climb to Bomunsan Observatory while soaking in the lovely natural scent of grass and trees. Thankfully, the trails here aren't at all steep. Daejeon at night looks even more spectacular here thanks to Mt. Bomun, where not even a single light is visible at night. The open view is breathtaking. If you want to fully immerse yourself in the Daejeon nightscape, Bomunsan Observatory is highly recommended.

Sikjangsan Observatory, which is on the way to Daecheong Lake, is famous for viewing sunsets and the surrounding nightscape. If you climb Mt. Sikjang, one of the tallest mountains in Daejeon, you'll be treated with a panoramic view of the city. You can sit back and enjoy Daejeon as it gradually becomes lit next to a spectacular sunset. The observatory is equally famous for beautiful sunrises, so if you have the opportunity, check out both at Sikjangsan Observatory.