Daebul Hotel Exhibition Hall (대불호텔전시관)

1.9 Km 0 2024-01-04

101 Sinpo-ro 23beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

This museum is located on the site of Daebul Hotel, Korea's first Western-style hotel, established in 1889. The hotel was demolished in 1978, but parts of the hotel structure were discovered in 2011 and rebuilt to preserve the hotel's original appearance. The first floor is the Daebul Hotel Exhibition Hall, through which visitors can see traces of Daebul Hotel at the time. The second floor is the Jung-gu Life History Museum, where visitors can get a glimpse of life in Incheon's Jung-gu area in the 1960s and 1970s.

Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village (송월동 동화마을)

1.9 Km 76428 2023-11-09

38 Donghwamaeul-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-764-7494

Songwol-dong was named for its view of the moon between the pine forest. The opening of Incheon Port in 1883 led to the start of many foreigners coming into the area for settlement, and it turned into a rich village. However, young people gradually moved out, leaving the village in a state of stagnation. As such, a renovation project was brought about to improve the development of the village by decorating with murals and sculptures of classic fairy tales.

Incheon Art Platform (인천아트플랫폼)

2.0 Km 19999 2019-03-18

3, Jemullyang-ro 218beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-760-1000

Incheon Art Platform is located in Haean-dong of Incheon known for its well-preserved architectural heritage sites and buildings that display both ancient and modern architecture. The complex was established through remodeling buildings constructed in the 1930s and 1940s, and by revamping such landmark buildings as Nippon Yusen Kaisah (Cultural Property No. 248) from the days when Korea first opened its doors to the outside world. The 13 buildings, including studios, library, training center, exhibition and performance halls, that make up Art Platform are expected to develop into a huge street museum in the future, thereby preserving the historical establishments, while displaying the modern interpretation of the past.

Incheon Japanese Street (인천일본풍거리)

2.0 Km 0 2024-02-16

Gwandong 1(il)-ga, Jung-gu, Incheon

Incheon Japanese Street, established following the opening of Incheon and Jemulpo Ports in 1883, was home to the Japanese concession. It preserves several Japanese-style wooden houses and stone structures from that era. These wooden houses, designed in the distinctive style of Japanese architecture where a storefront is integrated into the residential building, have been renovated and are now serving as cafés and exhibition halls. Nearby, visitors can also explore Incheon Chinatown and the Gaehangjang (Open Port Area) Street.

Incheon Baendaengi Street (연안부두 밴댕이회무침거리)

2.0 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.’

Gaehangjang (Open Port Area) Street (개항장 거리)

2.0 Km 33190 2023-11-10

27 Jemullyang-ro 232beonan-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-760-6448

As the Incheon Port was opened in 1883, this is where one could feel the rich history and culture accumulated over 126 years. Formerly used by the Japanese consulate, the Jung-gu Office, the Incheon branch of Japan's 1st, 18th and 58th Bank and other modern historical architecture can be found intact here. Other historical remains like Former Japan Mail and Shipping Inc., Incheon Art Platform, Jemulpo Gurakbu, and more are also available for visitors to see at the Incheon Gaehangjang (Open Port Area). For those who are interested in learning more, a guided tour by an Incheon cultural tourism expert is available upon reservation.

Incheon Open Port Culture Night (인천개항장 문화유산 야행)

2.0 Km 10613 2024-04-25

80 Sinpo-ro 27beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-2-6961-5434

Incheon Open Port Culture Night focuses on the history, modern culture, and future of Incheon, the first international city in Korea with the opening of the port in 1883. Visitors can enjoy a journey into the past, reimagined in modern times through a wide range of experience programs.

Fairy Tale Village Dolphin Pizza (동화마을 돌고래피자)

2.0 Km 5737 2024-02-16

9-1 Donghwamaeuran-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon

Fairy Tale Village Dolphin Pizza is famous for its signature dish, Dolphin Pizza. It takes inspiration from the street food classic, bungeoppang (fish-shaped bun with red bean filling), but with a twist: it's filled with pizza ingredients instead. This innovative and portable street food is created by pouring flour batter into a dolphin-shaped baking frame and then stuffing it with pizza fillings. Additionally, the menu offers a variety of other fillings, including bulgogi, corn cheese, steak, cream, and red beans, catering to a wide range of tastes.

Yeonan Pier (연안부두)

2.1 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.

Incheon Jayu Park (자유공원 (인천))

2.1 Km 40862 2024-04-09

25 Jayugongwonnam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

Jayu Park is the first Western-style park in Korea, built five years after the opening of Incheon Port. The location is perfect for a nice stroll as it is located high above sea level with spacious areas and a thick forest. At top of the park is the Korea-U.S.A. Centennial Monument built in 1982 to commemorate the 100^thanniversary of the treaty of peace, commerce and navigation between Korean and the US. Within the park, visitors can enjoy a small zoo, a pagoda, benches and other rest areas. A statue of General MacArthur stands in the park as a memorial of the general's feat of Operation Chromite during the Korean War. Every April, a cherry blossom festival is held as the cherry blossoms fill the park, attracting many visitors. The panoramic view of the city is breathtaking with nightscape especially popular for couples. There are many attractions nearby for visitors to enjoy food and history.

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