Incheon Baendaengi Street (연안부두 밴댕이회무침거리)

17.2Km 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.’

Yejeon (예전)

17.4Km 2025-01-20

43-2, Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-772-2256

Yejeon is a western food restaurant and is considered one of the establishments that first created Wolmido Island’s café culture. Located in the middle of Wolmido's Munhwa Street (Culture Street), this Western-style redbrick building resembles that of a European atmosphere in Korea.

Wolmido Island (월미도)

17.5Km 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.

My Land (마이랜드)

17.5Km 2024-12-06

252 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

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Sung-kyu from the web show “Tour Fairy” and foreign tourists enjoyed Disco Tagada in My Land, a representative theme park in Wolmido Island. After enjoying the ocean views and thrilling rides, you can take a stroll to the nearby Wolmi Observatory and Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village.

Wolmi Culture Street & Moonlight Music Fountain (월미문화의거리 & 달빛음악분수)

17.5Km 2023-11-08

252 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

Wolmi Culture Street is a pedestrian-only street located in Wolmido, one of Incheon's major attractions. The street is lined with benches for people to rest, and one can usually find artists here drawing portraits. The street passes Wolmi Park and Wolmi Observatory, providing outstanding views of Incheon Port and the Wolmido area. Family visitors and couples enjoy stopping by Wolmi Theme Park to enjoy the amusement rides. The Moonlight Music Fountain is rather small in size, but is a beloved attraction of Wolmi Culture Street.

Incheon Complex Fish Market (인천종합어시장)

17.6Km 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 Port Floodgate (인천항 갑문)

17.6Km 2021-06-01

376, Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-890-8000

Incheon Port Floodgate is located between the beautiful Wolmisan Mountain and Sowolmido Island. Surrounding the floodgate is a large 66,000 square meter garden covered with grass, pine trees, ginko trees, and cherry blossom trees, creating a beautiful scene. Especially in the spring, azaleas, royal azaleas, cherry blossoms, and magnolia blossoms are blooming, adding to the beauty of the garden.

If you visit when the floodgate opens, you will witness giant cargo ships and cruise ships passing through the gate to enter and leave the port. Also, at the situation room of the floodgate management office, an introductory video of Incheon Port is played to offer more information on the facility.

There are two floodgates at Incheon Port. One floodgate is 36 meters wide by 363 meters long. The other is 22.5 meters wide by 202 meters long. The larger one can accommodate vessels up to 50,000DWT and the smaller one can dock ships up to 10,000DWT. Per day, up to 20 vessels can enter and leave the port.

Wolmi Park (월미공원)

18.0Km 2025-01-08

131-22 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
+82-32-765-4133

Wolmi Park, once a military zone for 50 years following the Korean War (1950-1953), has been transformed into a park preserving its natural ecosystem. Centered around Wolmi Mountain, the park features traditional Korean gardens such as Palace Garden, Hermitage Garden, and Tradition Private House Garden. Visitors can enjoy views of Incheon Port and the sunset over the Seohae Sea from the nearby Wolmi Observatory. It is conveniently located near Wolmi Cultural Street.

Floredo Coffee (플로레도커피)

18.9Km 2024-02-16

301 Yeongheung-ro, Yeongheung-myeon, Ongjin-gun, Incheon

Floredo Coffee, located in Yeongheungdo Island, Incheon, boasts a breathtaking ocean view. The café's signature offering is the Einspänner. What makes the view from Floredo Coffee truly unique is how it transforms with the tide. During high tide, visitors are treated to a stunning expanse of the ocean, while at low tide, the view shifts to reveal the intriguing tidal flats.

Sangsang Platform (상상플랫폼)

18.9Km 2025-06-05

33 Wolmi-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

When the Incheon port opened in 1883, the Wolmi-ro area became the gateway to Korea, welcoming vistiors from overseas countries via sea route. Before transforming into the cultural and art complex of today, Sangsang Platform located by the Incheon Open Port used to be Asia's largest granary. Sangsnag Platform is remodeld to preserve the old granary structure while adding a contemporary touch that matches modern-day aesthetics. As the building once connected Incheon to the world, it now serves connect Incheon's past and the future as a multipurpose cultural tourism complex.

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