The park was created through the integration of the pre-existing Daejeon Zoo and the newly developed Joy Land and Flower Land expansions.
The African Safari section allows visitors to traverse enclosures in specially modified vehicles to see large predators at close range.
The park occupies a significant portion of Sajeong Park, leveraging the local topography of the Bomunsan foothills.
Flower Land features a central 'Musical Fountain' that hosts synchronized water performances.
The facility maintains a 'Bird Land' zone dedicated to avian species and immersive ecological education.
Daejeon O-World is a multifunctional complex combining a zoological park, a botanical garden, and an amusement park. The facility is divided into three main zones: Zoo Land, Flower Land, and Joy Land. Zoo Land features a diverse collection of animals, including a designated African Safari area where visitors can view lions, tigers, and bears. Flower Land houses various botanical displays and seasonal floral exhibitions. Joy Land provides classic amusement park rides, including a roller coaster and a log flume. The park is situated in the forested foothills of Bomunsan Mountain, offering a hilly terrain that integrates natural scenery with man-made attractions. It serves as one of the primary family-oriented leisure destinations in the Daejeon metropolitan area.
The central observation platform overlooking the Flower Land fountain and landscaped garden terraces.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the park’s hilly topography requires significant uphill and downhill walking between the three zones.
Visit the African Safari early in the day to minimize wait times, as it is the most popular attraction.
Bring a hat or sunscreen, as many outdoor walking paths in the Flower Land section offer limited natural shade.
Attempting to cover all three zones on foot without using the park's internal circulation pathways or skipping the safari during peak weekend hours.
The park generally remains open daily, but specific attractions or safari operations may undergo periodic maintenance on certain weekdays.
