Incheon Yonggungsa Temple (용궁사 (인천))

9.8Km 2021-11-12

199-1, Unnam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-746-1361

Yonggungsa Temple is located in the same region as the Incheon International Airport and sits on the northeastern slopes of Baegunsan Mountain. During the Silla Kingdom (about 1,300 years ago), the temple was named ‘Baegunsa’ by King Munmu, in reference to the temple’s mountain home. During the Joseon dynasty, it was the temporary residence of Heungseon Daewongun (1820-1898, a politician and father of King Gojong), who stayed at the temple for 10 years praying for his son to ascend to the throne. When his son was finally crowned king, Heungseon Daewongun rebuilt the temple and changed the name to Yonggungsa.

The temple consists of various buildings such as Gwaneumjeon (re-constructed by Heungseon Daewongun), Yosachae (home of the monks), Chilseonggak, and Yonghwanggak. In Yosachae, the writings of Heungseon Daewongun are hung on the wall and recently, an 11 meter-high statue of Maitreya was put in place. In front of the temple are two 1,300 year-old zelkova trees.

Yeongjongdo Island (영종도)

9.8Km 2022-05-12

100, Unnamseo-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-745-0211

Yeongjongdo Island, combined with Yongyudo and Sammokdo Islands through land reclamation work, connects to the mainland via Yeongjongdaegyo Bridge and is located 3 kilometers northwest of Yeonan Pier, Incheon. The 4.42 kilometer-long ride to Yeongjongdo Island provides amazing views of the ocean and mud flats. A fish market is the first thing that greets visitors to the island, providing fresh seafood daily. The island has the Yonggungsa Temple and Baegunsan Mountain, known for its walking trails. At the peak of the mountain, visitors can see a panoramic view of Incheon International Airport.

Sinpo International Market (신포국제시장)

9.8Km 2025-10-23

11-5 Uhyeon-ro 49beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-772-5812

Located in Sinpo-dong, Incheon, Sinpo Market dates back to the late 19th century when vendors began selling fresh vegetables to the Japanese, Chinese, and Westerners who settled in the area. Sinpo Market was officially registered as a market in 1970 and now boasts over 140 stores.

An increasing number of tourists and international merchants have visited Incheon by ferries and cruise ships, turning the local market into an international shopping area over the past few decades. The information desk and office at the market even provide a variety of services (translation services, trade and shopping information, etc.) for tourists and merchants from home and abroad.

The most famous item of the market is dakgangjeong, a Korean dish of crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet and spicy sauce. Other popular dishes include yuni jjajang, egg tart, freshwater fish jeon, mandu, and jjolmyeon (chewy noodles).

Wolmi Park Wolmi Observatory (월미공원 월미전망대)

9.8Km 2025-10-23

294 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

Wolmi Observatory, located atop Wolmisan Mountain, offers panoramic views of Incheon Port, Incheon Bridge, the Passenger Terminal, and nearby islands scattered across the ocean. One side of the observatory overlooks Incheon City, including Jayu Park, while the other opens up to the vast blue West Sea. It is also renowned for its stunning sunset views, making it a popular evening attraction. The observatory features a café, providing visitors with a relaxing space to unwind while taking in the beautiful scenery of the West Sea.

Incheon National Maritime Museum (국립인천해양박물관)

9.8Km 2025-10-23

294 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

Incheon National Maritime Museum, located on Wolmido Island, is the first maritime cultural facility in the metropolitan area. Established in December 2024, the museum features permanent exhibition halls, a children’s museum, immersive video rooms, and special exhibition halls, offering visitors a glimpse into marine culture, including the history of maritime and port development.

Baedari Secondhand Bookstore Alley (배다리 헌책방 골목)

9.8Km 2023-11-08

3 Geumgok-ro, Dong-gu, Incheon

Baedaeri Secondhand Bookstore Alley is a representative location of Incheon's past and the life of people living here. The street is home to five bookstores that sell books on every topic, from art and music to traditional medicine, children's literature, and dictionaries. The entrance to the alley also features murals of life in the past. Recently, the street was used as a filming location for the drama "Guardian: The Lonely and Great God (2016)," making it an extremely popular spot to visit.

Gyeyangsan Mountain Trail (계양산둘레길)

9.9Km 2024-02-15

Danam-dong, Gyeyang-gu, Incheon

The Gyeyangsan Mountain Trail, spanning 7.29 kilometers, is set around Gyeyangsan Mountain, which stands at 395 meters above sea level in Incheon. The journey begins at the Gyeyangsan Outdoor Theater and winds through several notable points including Imhak Ogeori, Mudanggol Mineral Spring, Pigogae Pass, Jingmaeigogae Pass, the Rose Garden, and the Gyeyang Cultural Center, before circling back to the starting point. The trek, which takes approximately two hours to complete, is facilitated by a decked path that extends throughout the route, making it accessible and enjoyable for hikers.

Dabichiangyeong - Sinpo Munhwa Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (다비치안경 신포문화)

9.9Km 2024-04-22

44, Uhyeon-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

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Samdae Incheon Gejang (삼대인천게장)

9.9Km 2025-10-31

22 Geumgok-ro 81beon-gil, Dong-gu, Incheon

Established in 1962, this restaurant has been serving gejang for nearly sixty years and is now in its third generation (“sam-dae“) of family ownership. It uses blue crabs from Yeonpyeongdo Island and traditionally crafted and aged soy sauce. The restaurant employs a low-sodium method in its ganjang gejang (soy sauce marinated crab), highlighting the dish’s savory flavors.

Ganghwa Haesoo Land (강화해수랜드)

10.0Km 2024-02-20

13-12 Haeannam-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Ganghwa Haesoo Land, established in 1992, is a comprehensive leisure facility that integrates a sauna with seawater baths. The sauna encompasses various facilities, including red clay sauna, salt sauna, charcoal sauna, and steam sauna. The seawater baths utilize mineral-rich seawater sourced from 560 meters underground. Complementing these features, the facility offers additional amenities such as a swimming pool, outdoor concert hall, and a café.

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