Haeden Museum (해든뮤지움)

10.9Km 2025-10-23

44 Jangheung-ro 101beon-gil, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Nestled amid the beautiful landscapes of Incheon, the Haeden Museum is a private art museum that opened in 2013. It showcases works by renowned Korean artists as well as international contemporary masters, including Chagall, Frank Stella, Roy Lichtenstein, Nam June Paik, Kim Whanki, and Lee Ufan. The museum not only hosts exhibitions but also offers educational programs. Its stunning architecture, which earned the Best 7 Architecture of the Year in Korea award in 2013, centers around the concept of harmony and communication with nature, making it a perfect getaway to connect with both art and nature.

Sugi Beach (수기해변)

11.3Km 2022-07-28

291-48, Sido-ro 86beon-gil, Ongjin-gun, Incheon
+82-32-899-2253

Located on Sido Island in Incheon, Sugi Beach is easily accessible from Seoul. Sido Island is situated between Yeongjongdo Island and Ganghwado Island. The beach is not as crowded as other famous beaches, and is ideal for families or campers.

Sugi Beach was the filming location for the famous drama series "Full House (2004)." Sido Island connects Sindo Island and Modo Island, making it easy to tour the three islands by foot or car.

Ohooen (오후엔)

11.6Km 2024-12-13

76-28 , Jangbong-ro 26beon-gil, Ongjin-gun, Incheon
+82-32-882-1100

Ohooen is located on Jangbongdo Island, one of the islands closest to the west coast metropolitan area. Ganghwa Island and Seokmodo Island, two of the world's top five mudflats, lie adjacent to one another, so you can participate in mudflat activities such as fishing and digging up clams. The sunset view from May to July is particularly stunning, and you can enjoy it on the room terrace. Furthermore, the spacious yard features a swimming pool with an ocean view and a barbecue, making it ideal for a relaxing getaway.

Sinsimodo Islands (신시모도 (신도ㆍ시도ㆍ모도))

11.7Km 2025-06-30

Bukdo-myeon, Ongjin-gun, Incheon

Sinsimodo Islands is comprised of the three islands of Sindo, Sido, and Modo. Referred to as brother islands, visitors can explore all three islands in one day on bicycle thanks to bridges that connect the islands together. Attractions on the islands include Gubongsan Mountain, Haedanghwa Dulle-gil Trail, Sugihaebyeon Beach, Baemikkumi Sculpture Park, and more. Gubongsan Mountain, located on Sindo Island, features a forest trail that is easy to walk on, making it easy to enjoy the azaleas and cherry blossoms that bloom each spring. Baemikkumi Sculpture Park, featuring artworks of Lee Ilho before the background of the sea, is especially popular among couples.

Ganghwa Seonwonsa Temple Site (강화 선원사지)

12.5Km 2022-09-19

222, Seonwonsaji-ro, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-933-8234

Ganghwa Seonwonsa Temple Site was first discovered in 1976 during a surface examination around Ganghwado Island undertaken by the Ganghwado Island Academic Research Team of Dongguk University. The site was designated as Historic Site No. 259 in 1977. Seonwonsa Temple was built by General Choi Wu in 1245 (the 32nd year of King Gojong’s reign during the Goryeo dynasty), which was right after the transfer of the capital to Ganghwado during resistance against the Mongolian invasion.

The temple was meant to be a spiritual mainstay in fighting against Mongolia. It used to be one of the two largest temples in Korea along with Songgwangsa Temple. However, the temple was completely destroyed during the early Joseon era, leaving only the site itself. The famous wood blocks of Palman Daejanggyeong (the Tripitaka Koreana), currently housed in Haeinsa Temple at Hapcheon, are said to have been originally stored in Seonwonsa Temple. It is believed that the carved wood blocks were taken from Seonwonsa to Heungcheonsa Temple during the Joseon era and again moved to Haeinsa Temple during the reign of Sejo.

Located on a mountain slope, the presumed location of the building site extends 250 meters from south to north and 170 meters from east to west.

Donggeomdo (Trail, Campground, Art Cinematheque) (동검도(나들길,캠핑,예술극장))

12.6Km 2024-02-20

60 Donggeom-gil 63beon-gil, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

Donggeomdo Island is a petite island connected to the main island of Ganghwado Island, celebrated for its stunning tidal flats and coastal vistas. A stroll along the trail on the eastern coast of the island offers visitors a chance to savor diverse natural landscapes, while the scattered campgrounds provide a romantic setting for leisure activities. Notably, the DRFA365 Art Cinematheque, featuring art films, adds to the island's charm and attractions.

Gwangseongbo Fortress (광성보)

12.6Km 2022-07-25

27, Haeandong-ro 466beon-gil, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon
+82-32-930-7070

Gwangseongbo Fortress’s outer wall from the Goryeo era was mended in 1618. The fortress was built in 1656 and the outpost was constructed in 1679. It was completely remodeled into a masonry castle with gates in 1745. During Sinmiyangyo (the American invasion in 1871), Gwangseongbo was the fiercest battle ground in Ganghwa. On April 24, 1871, a fleet with 1,230 American naval forces led by Rear Admiral John Rodgers landed on Ganghwado Island to demand the opening of Korea's ports and commerce. The armed forces attacked Chojijin Fortress and Deokjinjin Camp, then marched to Gwangseongbo Fortress, where they engaged in close combat with the warriors of Joseon. Although General Eo Jae-yeon and the other warriors were poorly equipped with far inferior weapons, they bravely fought to the death against the invading forces.

The battlefield ruins of the fortress and the gate towers such as Anhaeru, Gwangseongdon, Sondolmokdon, and Yongdudon were repaired in 1977. The twin tombs of General Eo Jae-Yeon and his brother Eo Jae-seon, along with the anonymous tombs of warriors who died on the battlefield were also honorably arranged at the same time. Furthermore, a stone monument commemorating the restoration of Ganghwa Battlefield was erected on Yongdudondae Post.

In 1988, an extensive rest area was created toward the shore for visitors’ convenience. Gwangseongbo Fortress is presently designated as Historical Relic No. 227. A religious service known as Gwangseongje is held annually to commemorate the patriotic spirits of General Eo Jae-yeon and other unnamed warriors. This service takes place at 11 a.m. on every April 24th of the lunar calendar.

Ganghwa Haesoo Land (강화해수랜드)

12.8Km 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.

Deokpojin Museum of Education (덕포진교육박물관)

13.2Km 2021-02-26

90, Deokpojin-ro 103beon-gil, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-989-8580

Deokpojin Museum of Education was established by Kim Dong-seon, an elementary school teacher, for his wife, Lee In-suk who lost her eye sight due to an accident while she was also an elementary school teacher. He decided to build the museum to cheer up his wife who was deeply depressed with the fact that she could no longer teach students. Through the husband's will to give his wife opportunities to teach children again, his dream to create hands-on educational programs not available in the ordinary school education system became a reality as well. The museum was finally opened in 1996 with materials collected by the couple, comprised of a music class taught with her pump organ and Mr. Kim's collection of various school materials such as a book wrapper, a nature textbook from 1960, nickel silver lunch boxes and more. These collections attracts many visitors, from kindergarteners to university students and even family visitors.

Gimpo Hamsang Park (김포함상공원)

13.2Km 2023-08-08

110-36, Daemyeonghang 1-ro, Gimpo-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-31-987-4097

Gimpo Hamsang Park is the first battleship themed park in the Seoul metropolitan area. With LST battleship on display, there are many things to see and experience at the park. Visitors can learn various information about the lives and duties of naval officers as well as enjoy a panoramic view of the West Sea.

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