NGC 3394 is a barred spiral galaxy located approximately 50 million light-years away in the constellation Leo. It is notable for its bright core and well-defined spiral arms, which are characteristic features of spiral galaxies. NGC 3394 is part of a group of galaxies and is often studied for its structure and star formation activities. Discovered by the astronomer William Herschel in 1784, NGC 3394 has a visual magnitude of about 11.5, making it a faint object that requires a telescope to observe. Its distance and characteristics provide valuable insights into the evolution of galaxies and the dynamics of cosmic structures.