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Wolmido Island (월미도)

Wolmido Island (월미도)

1.9 Km    125172     2023-11-08

36 Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-765-4169

Wolmido Island has very few historical records, despite being the location of a temporary palace, built in 1653 during the reign of King Hyojong. The palace was built on the eastern side of the island, but it is impossible to find traces of it now. From the late 1920s until the '30s, the island was transformed into a resort, a very popular destination at the time. Wolmi Culture Street opened in July 1989 and helped improve the area's fame.

On weekends and holidays, people flock to Wolmido Island to enjoy coffee and fresh seafood at the cafes and restaurants overlooking the sea. Despite being 1 kilometer off the coast, Wolmido is no longer an island, being connected to the mainland through modern construction techniques. It is now an easily accessible retreat for locals and tourists alike.

Wolmi Special Tourist Zone (월미 관광특구)

Wolmi Special Tourist Zone (월미 관광특구)

2.0 Km    8280     2021-02-19

81, Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-760-6481

Wolmi Special Tourist Zone is a historic and cultural site where visitors can learn about Korea’s modern history and culture through a tour of Incheon. The area has plenty of modern architecture and cultural heritages embracing the history of the open port era. Incheon Port is conveniently located to facilitate the flow of products from other civilizations.

Included in the open port, Incheon Chinatown has various Chinese restaurants, a modern history museum, and exhibition hall where visitors can look into the past and current life of Chinese people living in Korea. Jayu Park Cultural Tourism Festival and Songwol-dong Donghwa Village Festival are held here every spring.

In addition, the Museum of Korea Emigration History, date courses, and Wolmi Cultural Street, offering up various sliced raw fish restaurants, and fine cafes are all available in the zone. Wolmi Observatory offers a view overlooking the port and downtown at once. The coastal pier approaching the port offers the active atmosphere of coming and going ships and the lively fish market. Enjoying various fish dishes and sea-fishing, or walking along the ocean square are recommended activities.

Wolmi Theme Park (월미테마파크)

Wolmi Theme Park (월미테마파크)

2.0 Km    63552     2024-03-07

81 Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-761-0997

Wolmi Theme Park is located on Wolmido Island in Incheon. Spanning 13,200 square meters, it features various amusement rides including a ferris wheel, swing boat, and go-karts. One of its highlights is the tagada ride, where riders sit on circular seats that move in all directions to the beat of music while a DJ adds to the excitement. Visitors can also enjoy panoramic views of Songdo Town, the Incheondaegyo Bridge, and Yeongjongdaegyo Bridge from the ferris wheel.

Homeplus - Incheon Sungui Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 인천숭의)

Homeplus - Incheon Sungui Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 인천숭의)

2.4 Km    0     2024-04-23

124, Singomae-ro, Giheung-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi-do

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Incheon Complex Fish Market (인천종합어시장)

Incheon Complex Fish Market (인천종합어시장)

2.4 Km    31956     2022-12-27

37, Yeonanbudu-ro 33beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-888-4241

Incheon Complex Fish Market is located at the coastal wharf, which is a major tourist attraction in Incheon. The market sells fresh marine products caught by local fishermen from the coast near the Yellow Sea.

Incheon Baendaengi Street (연안부두 밴댕이회무침거리)

2.4 Km    9218     2021-07-22

24-1, Yeonanbudu-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-765-4169

The Gwanghwado and Incheon areas are known for their plentiful catches of baendaengi (large-eyed herring). After a little street started specializing in serving baendaengi some 30 years ago, the fish has continued to grow in popularity.

Located in Guwol-dong, across from the Incheon Culture & Arts Center, Baendaengi Street has expanded, and so has the variety of dishes served. Visitors can try baendaengi prepared sashimi-style, roasted, or in a spicy soup. For this particular species of herring, locals believe the flavor is best in March and April when they grow to their largest size. Salted Baendaengi also makes an excellent side-dish for Korean meals.

* Baendaengi is one of many types of small prey fish referred to as ‘Soeo’ for their fierce struggle in fishing nets. Soeo have internal organs that are proportionally smaller than other species of fish and are known for their feisty nature. These attributes are thought to signify a stress-filled life, which is why many Koreans refer to narrow-minded or hot-tempered people as ‘baendaengi.’

Yeonan Pier (연안부두)

Yeonan Pier (연안부두)

2.6 Km    61455     2020-08-05

70, Yeonanbudu-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-777-1330

Yeonan Pier is the starting point for all coastal passenger ships bound for the numerous islands in the western sea. The nearby Incheon Fish Market is always bustling with people who come to buy fresh fish and pickled fish at reasonable prices. Also located near the pier is the sliced raw fish market operated by the Marine Products Association. The southern quay is where boats and ships leave for sea fishing. The ships here are also available for rent for various purposes so events like reunions and seminars can be held aboard ship.

E-Mart Traders - Songnim Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트트레이더스 송림)

E-Mart Traders - Songnim Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이마트트레이더스 송림)

3.8 Km    0     2024-04-22

82, Bongsu-daero, Dong-gu, Incheon

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Yeongjong Seaside Rail Bike (영종씨사이드 레일바이크)

Yeongjong Seaside Rail Bike (영종씨사이드 레일바이크)

4.1 Km    1     2023-02-08

75, Gueup-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-719-7778

Seaside Park is a popular tourist attraction on Yeongjongdo Island, which is the size of Yeouido. Seaside Park's highlight attraction is Seaside Rail Bike, a 4-seater rail bike that runs on a 5.6-kilometer round-trip track along the coast. The open sea laid out right before one's eyes provides a pleasant experience by capturing the scenery from Wolmido Island to Incheondaegyo Bridge while on the rail bike. In addition, a landscape waterfall and various facilities offers even more fun while passengers pedal along the tracks.

Homeplus Stores - Inha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스스토어즈 인하)

Homeplus Stores - Inha Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스스토어즈 인하)

4.1 Km    0     2024-04-17

6, Soseong-ro, Michuhol-gu, Incheon

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