Chungcheong-do is Korea's central region with an active international airport. The region is known for its relaxed pace of life, which is even reflected in the local dialect.
Northern Chungcheong (Chungcheongbuk-do) is the only region in Korea without access to the sea. Instead, it is famous for canyons, lakes, and scenic mountain passes, including Dodamsambong Peaks, Chungjuho, and Maltijae Observatory.
Southern Chungcheong (Chungcheongnam-do) is home to research and administrative cities, as well as historic, culinary and coastal sites. Gongju, a former Baekje Kingdom capital (475–538 CE), hosts UNESCO World Heritage sites such as Gongsanseong Fortress and the Tomb of King Muryeong. Further west, the Taean coastline area has Mongsanpo Mudflat, a popular spot for beginner-friendly clam digging, while Daecheon Beach in Boryeong has an annual Mud Festival and a ziptrek over the sea.
Chungcheong-do's largest city and a national research hub, home to KAIST and Daedeok Innopolis. It is also known for its noodles and bakeries. Well connected to Seoul and major cities in the south.
Where to work
Meetgroundcoworking
8F, Daeseung Bldg, 21 Dunsan-ro137beon-gil,Seo-gu, Daejeon
Chungcheongbuk-do capital and home to the region's international airport, with flights to destinations across Asia. Two large corporations, SK and LG, have major operations here, helping the city retain young workers.
Getting around:Maltijae Observatory 50 mincarChungjuho 1hcarDodamsambong Peaks 1.5–2hcarSeoul 1.5htrain+bus
Sejong 세종특별자치시
~390K people
smart-city
cycling
A newly planned administrative smart city with parks, cycling infrastructure and streets largely free of overhead utility wires. It can feel short on attractions, but offers a quiet and organized urban environment.
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Rental prices
Short-term stay, per month
₩1–1.4M
Typical size
20–40 m²
Same money in Seoul
12–21 m²
Upfront deposit
none
The prices shown are for decent furnished stays available to foreigners, without a large upfront deposit or long-term contract.
In this region, Daejeon has the highest number of listings across foreigner-friendly platforms. Cheongju has fewer options on these platforms, while Sejong's short-term rentals are mostly limited to the local-oriented 33m2 platform.
A few handpicked representative dishes, each associated with a city known for them
dessert
Daejeon
Ppang 빵
Variety of baked goods from Daejeon's beloved Sungsimdang bakery, including its signature Twigim Soboro (튀김소보로), a bun filled with sweet red bean paste.
