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Key Info for Visitors
- Currency: KRW
- Languages: Korean, English (commonly spoken in tourist areas)
- Climate: Temperate
- Timezone: Asia/Seoul
- Population: Approximately 2.4 million people
- Best Time to Visit: best time to visit is spring or autumn for comfortable weather.
- Visa Requirements Visitors from many countries including the US, EU, and UK can enter South Korea visa-free for short stays up to 90 days. Others may require a visa or can apply for an e-visa. Visa on arrival is generally not available. Travelers should check the latest requirements before visiting.
About Daegu
Daegu is a vibrant city in South Korea known for its unique blend of traditional culture and modern urban life. Nestled in the southeastern part of the country, it offers visitors a rich historical experience alongside contemporary attractions. The city is famous for its textile industry, traditional markets, and lively festivals such as the Daegu Chimac Festival celebrating chicken and beer. Daegu’s location near scenic mountains makes it a great destination for outdoor enthusiasts who enjoy hiking and nature. The city’s warm climate and friendly atmosphere attract tourists looking for an authentic Korean experience beyond the more crowded capitals. Visitors can explore ancient temples, bustling shopping streets, and enjoy local cuisine that highlights spicy and flavorful dishes. Daegu’s combination of cultural depth, natural beauty, and modern amenities makes it a compelling destination for travelers seeking diversity and warmth in South Korea.
Top Attractions
1. Palgong Mountain – A scenic mountain offering hiking trails, temples, and panoramic views of Daegu. 2. Donghwasa Temple – A historic Buddhist temple located on Palgong Mountain, known for its large stone Buddha statue. 3. Seomun Market – One of the oldest and largest traditional markets in Korea, famous for textiles, street food, and local crafts. 4. Apsan Park – A large urban park with cable cars, hiking paths, and stunning city views, especially at sunset. 5. Daegu Modern History Museum – Showcases the city’s history and cultural development through interactive exhibits.
Popular Activities
Visitors can enjoy hiking and nature walks in the nearby mountains, especially Palgong and Apsan. Cultural experiences include visiting traditional markets, attending local festivals, and exploring historic temples. Food tours are popular to sample Daegu’s spicy cuisine. Recreational options include shopping in modern malls, visiting museums, and relaxing in cafes. Seasonal festivals provide lively entertainment and insight into local traditions.
Daegu Tours & Experiences
- Top Attractions: Highlights of South Korea
- Duration Range: 2-8 hours
- Group Size: Intimate Groups
- Difficulty Level: Beginner to Advanced
- Recommended For: The best time to visit is spring or autumn for comfortable weather. Pack layers as temperatures can vary. Respect local customs such as bowing when greeting and removing shoes indoors. Daegu is generally safe, but usual travel vigilance is advised. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is useful for markets and small vendors. Learning basic Korean phrases enhances the experience.
Average Tour Price: $75
Lowest Price Tour: $50
Highest Price Tour: $250
15 Available Tour Excursions in Daegu
Busan in Bloom: 2 Days of Coastal Beauty and Calm East Busan Tour 1️⃣ Haedong Yonggungsa Temple A breathtaking seaside temple built on the cliffs — where the sound of waves mixes with peaceful chanting. 2️⃣ Haeundae Beach & The Bay 101 Busan’s most famous beach! Enjoy the golden sand, cool sea breeze, and modern skyline. 3️⃣ Songjeong Beach or Cheongsapo Daritdol Skywalk A charming local beach with a laid-back vibe. 4️⃣ Cheongsapo daritdol Skywalk Busan’s most Instagrammable rides! Enjoy a slow coastal journey with panoramic views of the East Sea. West Busan Tour 1️⃣ Songdo Skywalk The turquoise water beneath your feet makes you feel like you’re floating 2️⃣ Gamcheon Culture Village Known as the “Santorini of Korea,” this colorful hillside village is full of street art, tiny cafés, and local stories. 3️⃣ Jagalchi Fish Market Experience Korea’s most famous seafood market! 4️⃣ Gukje Market A bustling traditional market where history and modern life meet.
Price: $1,300.00
Duration: 48 hours
*Explore all of Suncheon's major tourist attractions during the day. *You can take a leisurely tour of tourist attractions without being pressed for time. *You will have authentic local food for lunch.
Price: $350.00
Duration: 16 hours
It's a private tour only for your group.(No shopping) Our certified tourguide accompany you from your place(hotel) to all the trour spots. You can also customize itineraries if you want. -Seomun traditional market : one of the 3 biggest traditional market in Joseon dynasty, you can see a lot of local street food and products. -Apsan Cablecar & observatory : taking the cablecar to Apsan observatory that offers visitors a panoramic view of the city. -Donseongno downtown : busiest shopping street in Daegu, full of the lively spirit of youth throughout the year. -Dongwhasa temple : 1,500 years old temple surrounded by forest and 17m tall buddha statue attracts a lot of visitors. -Modern cultural alley : well preserved constructions and restaurants during 19C~20C in Daegu city, it wll be more fun by listening to tourguide storytelling. -Kansong Art Museum : This is a museum where Mr. Jeon Hyeong-pil devoted his life to protecting our cultural heritage.
Price: $398.00
Duration: 8 hours
Discover over a thousand years of history in Korea's ancient capital on a captivating full-day tour from Busan. This comprehensive and stress-free excursion is perfect for curious travelers who want to discover the best of Gyeongju without feeling overwhelmed. As you explore significant sights, from Bulguksa Temple to the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, you'll uncover the city's cultural heritage and storied history.
Price: $75.77
Duration: 10 hours
Discover over a thousand years of history in Korea's ancient capital on a captivating full-day tour from Busan. This comprehensive and stress-free excursion is perfect for curious travelers who want to discover the best of Gyeongju without feeling overwhelmed. As you explore significant sights, from Bulguksa Temple to the Daereungwon Tomb Complex, you'll uncover the city's cultural heritage and storied history.
Price: $82.72
Duration: 10 hours
It is a one-day tour of Boseong Green Tea Plantation, Suncheon Bay National Garden, and Suncheon Bay Wetland, which are representative tourist attractions in Jeollanam-do, Korea. Not only will you enjoy the wonderful scenery, but you will also have the opportunity to taste the distinctive foods of Boseong and Suncheon. It will not be a time-driven tour, but a tour that you can enjoy your own time and relax yourself
Price: $300.00
Duration: 17-18 hours
• Receive eSIM QR Code within minutes. • Simply scan the designated QR Code to set up the eSIM. • Validity Date: eSIM plan starts upon installation. • Plan Type: Mobile Data only. Voice and SMS not supported. • Mobile Hotspot: Supported. • Billing: One-time prepaid package with no auto-renewals or contracts. • Compatibility: Works with eSIM-compatible devices that are not carrier locked. Please be aware that most devices bought in China and Hong Kong do not support eSIM. It’s advisable to check online to see if your device is eSIM-compatible, or contact your service provider. • Do ensure your travel plans are confirmed. No refunds or cancellations are given due to eSIM compatibility issues or changes in the itinerary. • Support: Please respond to the email from the Viator Supplier for any assistance or queries. • Expiration: Start using the eSIM within one-month of purchase. • *Connections to major local mobile network at 4G LTE or 5G speeds, depending on availability.
Price: $3.17
Duration: 720 hours
* 48 months ~ 13 years old / Age over 65 years old, please purchase Child option. This is a Daegu City Tour Bus, where you can tour around Daegu while listening to the Storytelling of Daegu. This bus circulate main Spots of Daegu, starting from Dongdaegu Station, the transportation mecca of Daegu with various facilities. Highly recommended for those who have never been to Daegu before or who are afraid to ride in public transportation. 1. You can easily tour famous tourist attractions in Daegu by Hop on and Hop off bus. 2. Operates via the first floor and open-top of the bus. Enjoy the view around Daegu while feeling the nice air! 3. A multilingual audio guide is provided on the bus, which gives an advantage to listen to the description of Daegu with the desired language. 4. Present your voucher from the desired bus stop to board on!
Price: $7.00
Duration: 24 hours
- Receive eSIM QR Code within minutes. - Simply scan the designated QR Code to set up the eSIM. - Validity Date: eSIM plan starts upon installation. - Plan Type: Mobile Data only. Voice and SMS not supported. - Mobile Hotspot: Supported. - Billing: One-time prepaid package with no auto-renewals or contracts. - Compatibility: Works with eSIM-compatible devices that are not carriers locked. Please be aware that most devices bought in China and Hong Kong do not support eSIM. It’s advisable to check online to see if your device is eSIM-compatible or contact your service provider. - Do ensure your travel plans are confirmed. No refunds or cancellations are given due to eSIM compatibility issues or changes in the itinerary. - Expiration: Start using the eSIM within one month of purchase. - Connections to major local mobile networks at 4G LTE or 5G speeds, depending on availability.
Price: $3.17
Duration: 720 hours
【Emergency Notice】 Due to a domestic SIM card data breach, SKT airport roaming centers are prioritizing SIM replacements. SKT physical SIM cards and Wi-Fi devices will be UNAVAILABLE for AIRPORT PICK-UP until May 31, 2025, due to long wait times. High Speed 4G LTE Data Network provided by SKT, one of the most reliable carriers in Korea. Share to 2-3 devices at the same time and stay connected during your journey Stable, nationwide coverage including Jeju Island. Benefit from the convenience of pick-up & drop-off of the device at Korea Airports - Options: 3 days or above - Data: Unlimited 4G/LTE 20 Mbps download speed data - Carrier: SKT - Max. devices to connect: 2-3 devices - Battery Life: 6-8 hours after fully charged - Provide power bank rental service for FREE (request while pick-up) - Able to pick up & drop-off the device at DIFFERENT counters
Price: $9.45
Duration: 72-480 hours
Discover the cultural wonders of Gyeongju on this day tour from Daegu. Visit UNESCO sites like Bulguksa Temple and Cheomseongdae, and stroll through the trendy Hwangridan-gil district. Choose a shared group tour with an English-speaking guide or upgrade to a private tour for a more flexible and personalized experience. You can return to Daegu or get dropped off in Busan after the tour. A Chinese-speaking guide is also available for private bookings. Ideal for travelers who want to explore Korea's ancient capital in one day!
Price: $75.77
Duration: 11 hours
It's a private tour only for your group.(No shopping). I am licensed tourguide and accompany you from your place(hotel) to all the tour spots. You can also customize itineraries if you want. Jeonjuhanok village, Gyeonggijeon, Jeonjunanjang, Jeondong Cathedral, Jeongju arboretum.
Price: $396.00
Duration: 8 hours
This is a private tour only for your group. Together with the professional guide, you will visit the most charming places in the city. Why is Daegu known to be one of the most visited cities in South Korea? The city is coupled with rich and ancient culture, a number of scenic attractions and beautiful mountains. You will have a chance to explore the city while hearing fascinating facts and legends. Have you heard about the Magnificent 'Donghwa Temple'? What is so special about this place? You will be surprised how many stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, and corners of Daegu. Your charming guide will tell you what is special and unique about living in this city. Perfect for those who are visiting the city for the first time and want to get the most of it!
Price: $2,205.68
Duration: 8 hours
This is a global educational institution specializing in Taekwondo that provides international exchange training programs through MOUs with various overseas taekwondo academies. It is CEO, who is a Taekwondo instructor for the U.S. military in Korea, teaches Taekwondo skills and Combat skills, which are actual bare hands skills of U.S. soldiers. You can easily learn various skills such as attack, defense, and fall with just one training, and it consists of a systematic curriculum that starts with meditation, warm-up, basic skills, practical skills, tests, and certificates. Enjoy a fun Taekwondo experience with Berlin Story, which is spreading Taekwondo culture of the world! The entire experience will be guided directly by a certified 7Dan Master who is a former U.S. military Taekwondo instructor in Korea. You will also receive a certificate of completion after the experience, so leave a nice photo with your certificate!
Price: $68.81
Duration: 1 hours
First of all, take KTX from Seoul station to Dongdaegu station. It takes about an hour and 50mins. Afterwards you can meet your guide at the platform where you get off. It's an hour distance from the station to the first attraction which is Andong folk museum. You can learn about traditional confucianist culture and authentic life style of Joseon era. Second attration is traditional local Soju museum. In this place you can see how to make Andong local soju and traditional Korean foods. As well as you can have a taste of the soju. After Soju museum, you are supposed to have lunch as famous local food in Andong folk village. lastly, you can walk around UNESCO world heritage folk village and watch Mask dance performance. Note: Mask dance performance is not scheduled every monday *Lunch is pay on spot, you can choose menu whatever you want.
Price: $444.00
Duration: 7 hours
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Frequently Asked Questions
Local Food & Cuisine
Daegu’s cuisine is known for its bold and spicy flavors. Signature dishes include jjim galbi (braised short ribs), makchang (grilled beef or pork intestines), and spicy chicken stew. Street food is abundant in markets like Seomun, offering tteokbokki (spicy rice cakes), hotteok (sweet pancakes), and fried snacks. Dining customs emphasize sharing dishes and enjoying meals with side dishes called banchan. Noteworthy restaurants include local favorites specializing in galbi and makchang, providing authentic regional tastes.
Getting Around
Daegu is accessible by air through Daegu International Airport, with domestic and limited international flights. The city has a well-developed subway system and extensive bus network for local travel. Taxis are readily available and affordable. For intercity travel, high-speed trains connect Daegu to Seoul and other major cities. Public transportation is efficient and cost-effective, making it easy to explore the city without a car.
Travel Tips
The best time to visit is spring or autumn for comfortable weather. Pack layers as temperatures can vary. Respect local customs such as bowing when greeting and removing shoes indoors. Daegu is generally safe, but usual travel vigilance is advised. Credit cards are widely accepted, but carrying some cash is useful for markets and small vendors. Learning basic Korean phrases enhances the experience.
Culture & Customs
Daegu’s culture blends traditional Korean values with modern urban lifestyles. Respect for elders and polite greetings are important. Festivals like the Daegu Chimac Festival and the Daegu International Opera Festival highlight local traditions. Visitors should be mindful of quietness in temples and public places. Gift-giving and hospitality are valued customs. Wearing modest clothing when visiting religious sites is recommended.
