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Hangang Jungang Park (한강중앙공원)

10.8Km    2023-02-01

40, Chodang-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hangang Jungang Park, a famous park in Janggi-dong that represents Gimpo New City, features a wildflower garden with the theme of native plants as well as a variety of spring flowers in Chohwawon Garden and a pleasant trail. Continuing from a vast grass plaza to Laveniche Waterside Park, this park is where the citizens of Gimpo New City can rest and relax. As you run along the Golden Waterway, you will be able to reach Laveniche, another pride of Gimpo with abundant things to eat, buy and enjoy. You can also take a leisurely walk, jog, or ride a bicycle.

Yeongjong Grand Bridge (영종대교)

11.0Km    2022-07-26

Jangdo Island (Gyeongseo-dong, Seo-gu, Incheon-si) ~ Yeongjongdo Island (Unbuk-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon-si)

Yeongjongdaegyo Bridge connects the mainland of Incheon with Yeongjongdo Island that is home to the Incheon International Airport. Until the construction of this bridge, the only way to get to and from Yeongjongdo Island had been by boat. The 4.4 kilometer-long Yeongjong Bridge is the world’s first 3-dimensional self-anchored suspension bridge. The bridge carries both highways and rail lines on its decks, and 10,000-ton ships can pass under the bridge. The bridge was designed to withstand strong winds and earthquake.

It is the first bridge in Korea to have been completed through private capital inducement project. In addition to its function as a bridge, it is also an architectural beauty as the shape of the cable and the girder was designed to symbolize the eaves of the traditional Korean tile-roofed house. In 2002, Yeongjongdaegyo Bridge won the Tanaka Award by the Japan Society of Civil Engineers for the first time in Korea.

National Institute of Biological Resources (국립생물자원관)

National Institute of Biological Resources (국립생물자원관)

11.0Km    2023-04-13

42, Hwangyeong-ro, Seo-gu, Incheon
+82-32-590-7000

Opened in October 2007, the National Institute of Biological Resources is the largest collection preservation facility in Northeast Asia. The institute collects, preserves, manages, and conducts research on biological resources with the aim of growing into a focal biological resource hub of Northeast Asia. The institute is comprised of a spine-shaped collections and research center and a leaf-shaped exhibition and education center. The exhibition hall has 3,905 specimens of 1,287 native species on display. Korea's diverse ecosystems are recreated as highly detailed dioramas at the exhibition hall. A small restaurant is located inside the research center, and the extensive grass field in front of the institute provides an ideal picnic spot.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 2] Homeland Fortification Trail ([강화 나들길 제2코스] 호국돈대길)

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 2] Homeland Fortification Trail ([강화 나들길 제2코스] 호국돈대길)

11.0Km    2021-08-11

24, Cheonghadong-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-934-1906

The Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Trails are a collection of walking paths along the coast of Ganghwa Island that connect the watchtowers and and walls of Ganghwasanseong Fortress, as well as royal tombs and other historically significant sites from the Goryeo dynasty that dot the island.

[Ganghwa Nadeul-gil Course 2] Homeland Fortification Trail
Course 2 stretches over a 17 kilometer area between Gapgotdon Watchtower and Chojijin Fort. This trail showcases the history of the island and the changes that happened before and after the opening of the port. The course follows a coastal road that is particularly beautiful in spring and fall.

Laveniche March Avenue (라베니체 마치에비뉴)

11.1Km    2023-08-08

Janggi-dong, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do

Laveniche March Avenue is a shopping avenue established along the artifical Golden Waterway in Gimpo, Gyeonggi-do. The area became a popular attraction after appearing in the popular drama series "Tale of the Nine Tailed (2020)" and several other television shows. The waterway sparkles in the sunlight during the day and glistens with the city lights at night, offering a romantic scenery anytime of the day.

Laveniche Plaza (라베니체광장)

11.1Km    2023-02-02

810, Taejang-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do

Hangang Central Park, which was constructed as a result of the development of Gimpo Hangang New City, boasts a fabulous trail from the Golden Waterway by the waterside path all the way to Laveniche Shopping District. Golden Waterway Laveniche continues along a 2.68-kilometer-long trail and displays a variety of sceneries from the south to the north. Designed after Venice, the city of water, Laveniche features many different shops along the water that runs 1.7 kilometers for a round trip. Various living goods shops, restaurants, and pubs are set up on both sides of the water near the Central Plaza so it is a perfect place to spend time healing after a light stroll and shopping.

Gimpo Tea Etiquette Museum (다도박물관)

Gimpo Tea Etiquette Museum (다도박물관)

11.2Km    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.

Sudokwon Landfill Site Wildflower Complex Dream Park (수도권 매립지 야생화단지 드림파크)

Sudokwon Landfill Site Wildflower Complex Dream Park (수도권 매립지 야생화단지 드림파크)

11.2Km    2024-03-07

61 Geowol-ro, Seo-gu, Incheon
+82-32-560-9300

Sudokwon Landfill Site Wildflower Complex Dream Park is an eco-project park that maintains the function of a landfill site while restoring natural habitats and providing citizens with recreational spaces. It features Green Bio Complex, Wildflower Garden, Nature Observation District, and Wetland Observation District. A leisurely stroll takes about 40 minutes, while exploring every nook and cranny may take around 1 hour and 30 minutes. There's also a dog playground, making it suitable for visits with pets.

Yackseokwon (약석원)

11.8Km    2025-10-23

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.

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

12.2Km    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.