Oepo-ri Kkotgejip (외포리꽃게집)

14.0Km 2024-03-20

1206 Jungang-ro, Naega-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Oepo-ri Kkotgejip is a restaurant dedicated to traditional blue crab delicacies, including kkotge tang (spicy blue crab stew), kkotge jjim (steamed blue crab), and ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated crab). Positioned near Oepo-ri Quay, en route to Seongmodo Island, the restaurant provides a delectable experience of blue crab dishes complemented by a stunning sea view. Visitors can also take pleasure in the scenic Korean coastal landscape, explore the salted seafood market, and observe the fishing boats in the vicinity.

Ganghwa Gyodongdo Island (교동도(강화))

14.4Km 2025-06-30

35 Gyodongnam-ro, Gyodong-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-1000

Gyodongdo Island is located northwest of the larger Ganghwado Island, and was made more accessible with the opening of Gyodongdaegyo Bridge in July 2014. The name changed with different dynasties, being Gomokgeunhyeon during the Goguryeo Era and Gyodonghyeon under the reign of Silla King Gyeongdeok. The island served as an important stopover point for ambassadors and envoys heading to China. Popular attractions on the island now include Daeryong Market, an alleyway market decorated with colorful murals and statues, and Manghyangdae Memorial, a gathering place for refugees who fled from the nearby Hwanghaedo Island during the Korean War. Many of the houses on Gyodongdo Island have swallow nests under the eaves. The refugees consider the swallows as guests from their hometowns. As such, the island is home to the "peace & reunion" themed Gyodong Swallow House, Peace Trail, and Gyodong Studio. Gyodong Swallow House serves as an exhibition and performance space. The Peace Trail is a biking path around the island. At Gyodong Studio, visitors can put on old school uniforms and take black-and-white photographs.

Gyodongdo Daeryong Market (교동도 대룡시장)

14.4Km 2025-06-18

35 Gyodongnam-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-1000

Daeryong Market is an alley market that reproduces the appearance of Yeonbaek Market to maintain a livelihood for residents who temporarily evacuated from Yeonbaek-gun in Hwanghae-do, to Gyodongdo Island during the Korean War. Gyodongdo Island has been the center of economic development for over 50 years. As most of the displaced elderly who created the market passed away and the population rapidly decreased, the market size also reduced considerably. However, with the opening of Gyodongdaegyo Bridge in July 2014, it has become a must-see course for tourists to take pictures of Daeryong Market, which looks like a movie set in the 1960s. Gyodong Giga Island, also referred to as Gyodong Swallow House, opened in late march of 2022 and provides tour information using intellectual techonology as well as bicycle and smartwatch rental services to tourists. In addition, there are various experience programs such as a VR video experience and "Making Gyodong Newspaper."

Yackseokwon (약석원)

14.8Km 2025-09-01

56-53, Jungang-ro 787beon-gil, Yangdo-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Ganghwa Sajabalssuk, a type of mugwort native to Ganghwado Island, is known for its rich aroma and high vitamin A content. Yackseokwon offers immunity-strengthening programs using this special herb believed to help prevent chronic illnesses. “Raise Your Body Temperature by 1°C Project” is a signature course, which involves yoni steaming (mugwort steam sitting bath) and thermal moxibustion to gradually warm the body. Just an increase of 1 degree in body temperature is said to boost immune function, increase basal metabolism, and improve blood circulation. The program is offered by reservation only and accommodates up to 25 people per session. The 100-minute experience begins with 40 minutes of yoni steaming, followed by 30 minutes of abdominal heat therapy and 30 minutes of lower back heat therapy. Participants are also served a rich herbal tea brewed with Ganghwa Sajabalssuk.

Gimpo Munsusanseong Fortress (김포 문수산성)

14.9Km 2022-12-20

Ponae-ri, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-980-2485

Munsusanseong Fortress was built on Munsusan Mountain in 1694, during the 20th year of the reign of King Sukjong, the 19th king of the Joseon dynasty. The fortress as designed to defend Gwanghwado Island from marine invasion. At the time, the fortress had north, west, and south gates, but they were destroyed in a fire during the Byeong-in Yangyo (1866). The north gate was restoryed in 1995 and the south gate in 2002. The fortress walls span 6 kilometers in length, 4 kilometers of which remain unrestored. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, the top of the fortress commands a spectacular view spanning from North Korea to the Hangang River inlet, and from Samgaksan Mountain to the sea off Incheon in the distance. It is often referred to as the Geumgangsan Mountain of Gimpo as it boasts superb scenery throughout all four seasons. The mountain is home to Munsusa Temple, established during the reign of Silla King Jinseong.

Seongmodo Island (석모도)

15.9Km 2021-05-28

9, Samsanbuk-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-7500

Seongmodo Island, located 1.2 kilometers west of Ganghwado Island, is a popular destination for families and those looking for relaxation. The island has various mountains as well as a 41.8 kilometer coastal road.

Gimpo International Sculpture Park (김포국제조각공원)

15.9Km 2025-03-22

38, Yonggang-ro 13beon-gil, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-984-5167

Gimpo Sculpture Park is situated in a large forest and is decorated with 30 sculptures: 14 by international artists and 16 by Korean artists. Since the site is located near the DMZ, the only divided country in the world, each sculpture expresses the overarching theme of unification. A favorite spot for weekend picnicking families and couples on dates, the park is expected to be included in a large tourist complex in the near future along with nearby Reports Park and the youth training center.

Gimpo Tea Etiquette Museum (다도박물관)

16.0Km 2021-04-02

187-49, Aegibong-ro 275beon-gil, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-998-1000

The Gimpo Tea Etiquette Museum is a private museum where visitors can learn about the history of Korea’s tea culture, dado, meaning tea ceremony in Korea. Approximately 3,000 tea ceremony utensils are on display within the museum, and outside lies a sculpture park and an open-air installation art museum. The museum also has various auxiliary facilities for holding cultural events and performances. There is a pond, a spacious lawn, and a pavilion where visitors can learn about Korea’s traditional culture and ethics in a natural setting.

Aegibong Peak (Gimpo Section) (애기봉 (김포))

17.0Km 2025-01-08

139, Pyeonghwagongwon-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-988-6128

Aegibong Peak is located at the northern tip of Gimpo city about an hour’s drive from the downtown area. The mountain is where North and South Korea engaged in a fierce battle at the end of the Korean War; after the battle, Korea was divided into two nations. Since the peak is still a restricted area, visitors must present their passport in order to be admitted. From the peak, an open view of North Korean territory unfolds below and visitors can see South Korean territory as far as Songhaksan Mountain in Chungcheongnam-do.

Oktokki Space Center (옥토끼우주센터)

17.6Km 2025-07-01

403 Ganghwadong-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-937-6917

Oktokki Space Center is Korea's first aerosepace theme park. The center collects, preserves, and exhibits materials related to aerospace engineering to educate and promote to the public. It is open to visitors all year round, offering diverse activity programs and experience rides that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The center is especially well equipped with fun learning materials as well as educational programs to spark children's insterest in the field.

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