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Glass Island Museum (유리섬박물관)

11.4 Km    16995     2024-02-21

254 Buheung-ro, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do

Glass Island Museum is a place where you can appreciate the works of glass sculpture artists. It comprises the Glass Island Gallery, which showcases the intricate process of crafting glass into exquisite art pieces, and the Macart Gallery, which displays a diverse array of contemporary artworks, including paintings, sculptures, installations, and videos. Moreover, the museum features an Outdoor Sculpture Park and an Education and Experience Center where visitors can engage in hands-on experiences, crafting their own glass art.

Horyonggoksan Mountain (호룡곡산)

Horyonggoksan Mountain (호룡곡산)

14.4 Km    4666     2024-02-16

Muui-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon

Horyonggoksan Mountain, the tallest peak on Muuido Island at 245 meters above sea level, offers breathtaking views on clear days. From its summit, one can see Incheon Port and Incheon International Airport in the distance, as well as islands in the West Sea. The mountain is also home to intriguing and mysterious rock formations such as Horangbawi Rock, Bucheobawi Rock, and Madangbawi Rock. Additionally, a decked trail along the coastal road at the mountain's base provides a scenic walk with views of the coast.

Jebudo Coastal Trail (Jebikkori-gil) (제부도 해안산책로(제비꼬리길))

15.1 Km    42470     2023-02-03

Jebu-ri, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jebudo is a small island in the sea situated right off of Hwaseong-si and, here, the water parts twice a day like the "Miracle of Moses" to open up a path to access the island. It is a quaint and quiet island with a total area of 1.0 square kilometers and a coastline stretching for some 12 kilometers. It is not far from the Metropolitan Area and is easily accessible by various means of transportation, which makes it a perfect day trip destination for families. Jebudo Coastal Trail is about 1-kilometer-long and 1.5-meter-wide that continues from a quay and winds around Tapjaesan before reaching the beach (also known as Malmeori). As you walk along the trail, you will find picturesque coastlines, rocks of unique, strange shapes, and vast, beautiful grasslands. The trail is a nature-friendly structure constructed after collecting opinions from locals and environmental groups so that it does not destroy the natural landscape. It is a great place for families and lovers to take a light stroll whether at high tide or when it turns into a tidal flat at low tide. Jebudo is home to many different kinds of tasty clams, which is why you will find that most nearby restaurants serve grilled clams as well as noodle soup featuring Manila clams. The sunset viewed from Jebudo is widely known as one of the most beautiful on the entire west coast.

Nueseom Lighthouse Observatory (누에섬 등대전망대)

Nueseom Lighthouse Observatory (누에섬 등대전망대)

15.4 Km    37938     2024-02-22

17-156 Daebuhwanggeum-ro, Danwon-gu, Ansan-si, Gyeonggi-do

Nueseom Lighthouse Observatory is a lighthouse and observatory located on the small uninhabited Nueseom Island, just off the coast of Tando Port in Daebudo Island. Serving to aid the safe navigation of ships along the Seohae Coast and providing opportunities for coastal tourism and natural learning. On the first and second floors, visitors can view exhibitions related to Nueseom Island and lighthouses both domestically and internationally. On the third floor, panoramic views of the sea are available.

Hanagae Beach (하나개해수욕장)

15.6 Km    55315     2024-03-07

310-11 Daemuui-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-751-8833

Hanagae Beach, located on the western side of Muuido Island, offers a 1km-long sandy beach during high tide and reveals expansive tidal flats during low tide. It is renowned for its stunning sunset views. With shallow waters, it is a popular destination for family trips. At the Hanagae Recreation Area located behind the beach, visitors can enjoy activities such as horseback riding, ATV riding, and Sea Sky World Zip Line.

Muuido Island (무의도)

15.7 Km    93174     2024-03-07

310-11 Daemuui-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-760-8855

Muuido Island is an island located in Jung-gu, Incheon. In the past, it was accessible only by boat, but with the opening of Muuidaegyo Bridge, vehicular access became possible. Surrounding Muuido Island are other islands such as Silmido Island and Somuuido Island, which are connected by bridges, making them easily reachable. There is a beautiful beach called Hanagae Beach, and trekking trails on Muuido Island offer stunning views of the sea.

AB Yacht (AB요트)

AB Yacht (AB요트)

15.8 Km    0     2024-04-04

477 Haean-gil, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

For visitors wishing to experience the West Sea and islands in a more memorable way, try yacht activities. AB Yacht, located on Jebudo Island, provides activities that allow one to experience nature while feeling the cool sea breeze. Enjoy a relaxing trip on the top-of-the-line French sailing yacht, the Catamaran. There are public tours that sail with a small number of people, private tours that sail with a group of travelers, and sunset tours and night tours that sail on a schedule. Reservations can be made based on ones preferences and circumstances. Riders can enjoy the activity with complete safety as the yacht is driven by a captain who holds various licenses, such as a navigator's license, yacht pilot's license, and lifeguard's license.

Jebudo Beach (제부도해수욕장)

15.8 Km    14743     2023-02-02

260, Haean-gil, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jebudo Beach lies on Jebudo, a small island in the West Sea, known for its "Miracle of Moses" as the sea opens up twice a day. Jebudo Island Beach is 1.8 kilometers long and features a cliff made up of unique-shaped rocks on the right side to create quite a spectacle. Maebawi Rock is found to its left, and the beach has suitable water temperatures as well as a gradual slope.

The fascinating cliff and Maebawi on the beachside create a picturesque scene together. There are no sections of the shore where the depth of the water increases suddenly, so even children and the elderly can enjoy playing and relaxing in the water in a relatively safe manner.

Jebudo Island (제부도)

Jebudo Island (제부도)

16.0 Km    150551     2024-03-06

Jebu-ri, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-355-3924

Jebudo Island is a small island located off the shores of Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong. It is famous for its “sea parting,” where the sea parts into two sides along a footpath twice daily at low tide, allowing visitors to walk into the island. Jebudo Island is located close to Seoul and is quite accessible, so it is a great place for a day trip. Notable tourist sites include the Jebudo Water Walk, which offers a great view of Jebudo Island’s wide tidal flat and the sunset, and the Jebudo Beach, a beach perfect for some water sports and summer trips. 

Jeongok Port (전곡항)

16.9 Km    1474     2024-04-04

5 Jeongokhang-ro, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Jeongok Port is a port facing Jebudo Island and Nueseom Island. It was selected as Korea's first leisure fishing port. It was developed after being chosen as an experimental zone. It was created as a multi-functional theme fishing port, where fishing, yacht experiences, a marina, and an annual fishing competition are available. There are many restaurants nearby serving fresh seafood and shellfish from the West Sea. The West Sea and Jebudo Marine Cable Car is also located nearby, making it a tourist destination that offers not only water activities but also car drives and walks.