Daegu / 8 photo spots
8 Instagram spots around Daegu
Daegu’s photo stops range from lakeside walks and a hilltop lookout to market lanes and historic buildings. The arboretum is in the city’s southwest.
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Suseongmot Lake
Follow the path beside Suseongmot Lake and frame the water with the hills beyond. Leave space for other people using the lakeside route.
Search Google MapsApsan Haeneomi Observatory
From the Haeneomi Observatory in Apsan Ppallaeteo Park, photograph the city and surrounding hills. Stay on the designated ramp and viewing platform and check opening hours.
Search Google MapsDaegu Gyesan Cathedral
From the public area outside Gyesan Cathedral, frame its twin towers and entrance. Keep entrances clear and respect services.
Search Google MapsDongsan Cheongna Hill
At Cheongna Hill, look for the historic houses among the garden paths. Photograph a building exterior from an open path and check access to individual buildings.
Search Google MapsKim Gwangseok Street
Murals and sculptures along Kim Gwangseok Street recall the singer’s life and music. Choose one section from the lane and leave room for people passing.
Search Google MapsSeomun Market
At Seomun Market, use an aisle to frame the stalls and their goods. Ask before photographing vendors or close-up displays, and keep the passage open.
Search Google MapsDaegu Arboretum
The Daegu Arboretum has themed plant gardens on a former landfill site. From a garden path, compose a frame with seasonal plants and trees. Check the seasonal opening hours.
Search Google MapsDaegu Dalseong Park
In Dalseong Park, photograph Gwanpungnu Pavilion from a public path and include the surrounding trees. Check the park hours before visiting.
Search Google MapsSources for these photo spots
- Korea Tourism Organization, Suseongmot Lake
- Korea Tourism Organization, Apsan Haeneomi Observatory
- Korea Tourism Organization, Daegu Gyesan Cathedral
- Korea Tourism Organization, Dongsan Cheongna Hill
- Korea Tourism Organization, Kim Gwangseok Street
- Korea Tourism Organization, Seomun Market
- Korea Tourism Organization, Daegu Arboretum
- Korea Tourism Organization, Dalseong Park