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Hwaseong Boating Festival (화성 뱃놀이 축제)

Hwaseong Boating Festival (화성 뱃놀이 축제)

12.7Km    2025-01-02

5 Jeongokhang-ro, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
+82-70-8872-1477

Hwaseong Boating Festival is a maritime cultural festival held at Jeongok Port, the closest port to Seoul. Jeongok Port is just over a two-hour distance from Seoul by public transportation and is beloved by couples for its beautiful sunsets. The festival offers a full day of diverse sea-related experiences, including sailing yachts, powerboats, marine cable cars, sea fishing village experiences, and non-motorized watercraft activities. The festival also features an EDM party by the sea at night, dance performances by residents, plogging, and concerts, providing plenty of entertainment. 

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The picturesque sunsets at Jeongok Port are frequently featured in Korean TV shows, making it a perfect spot for capturing memorable photos. Be sure to try various angles and settings for the best shots!

Harbour Front (하버프론트)

Harbour Front (하버프론트)

12.7Km    2024-04-04

1-22 Jeongokhang-ro 14beon-gil, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Harbour Front is a cafe with a great view of Jeongok Port. On clear days, visitors may take in the scenery of Jebudo Island while enjoying desserts and drinks. One can also enjoy the view from the sky lounge on the top floor. The signature dish here is waffles - sweet, thick waffles topped with whipped cream and various flavors of ice cream. Place one's order on the first floor, and go upstairs to enjoy the tranquil view of the port. There is also an elevator, making it easier to go upstairs.

Jeongok Eochon Food Bajirak Kalguksu (전곡어촌푸드 바지락칼국수)

Jeongok Eochon Food Bajirak Kalguksu (전곡어촌푸드 바지락칼국수)

12.7Km    2024-04-04

1-10 Jeongokhang-ro 14beon-gil, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

Recharge one's energy with a hot bowl of soup after cool water activities. This restaurant is located near Jeongok Port. The main menu is noodle soup made with fresh seafood caught in the West Sea. Thick and chewy noodles are made by cutting dough with a knife. Noodle soup with seafood is delicious and nutritious. One can feel the harmony of flavors when eating noodle soup with clams and noodle soup boiled with various types of seafood with seafood and green onion pancakes, made by kneading various seafood and vegetables in batter and pan-frying them. Seafood lovers should also try steamed clams with a rich flavor or griddled octopus with spicy sauce.

Spielraum Glamping (슈필라움글램핑)

Spielraum Glamping (슈필라움글램핑)

12.8Km    2024-11-12

468-11 Coastal Road, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong, Gyeonggi-do

Spielraum Glamping & Café, the place where Le Sserafim members grilled meat and played games in "2 Days and 2 Nights," Spielraum, meaning a space for mental and physical relaxation where you can rediscover your true self and recreate your life, is a glamping ground that provides enjoyable healing experiences for guests.

Seohaerang Jebu Marine Cable Car (서해랑 제부도 해상케이블카)

Seohaerang Jebu Marine Cable Car (서해랑 제부도 해상케이블카)

12.8Km    2024-04-04

1-10 Jeongokhang-ro, Seosin-myeon, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do

There is a new landmark where people mingle with nature. Seohaerang Jebu Marine Cable Car is the longest in Korea, at 2.12 kilometers above the sea around Jebudo Island, and connected to Jeongok Port, where one can enjoy the beautiful west coast scenery. The cable car has a modern appearance and function that reflect the unique characteristics and beauty of Jebudo Island, making it a popular tourist spot on the West Coast and the metropolitan area. With the Seohaerang Jebu Marine Cable Car, one can enjoy both the mudflats and the sea at the same time, and sunset is the best time to enjoy it.

Oido Island (오이도)

Oido Island (오이도)

12.8Km    2024-02-29

Jeongwang-dong, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi-do

Located off the western coast of the city of Siheung, Oido Island was originally an island and then connected to the mainland during the Japanese occupation as its tidal flats were used as a salt plant. During the day, the blue sea and the red lighthouse, the symbol of Oido, create a picturesque scene. In the evening, visitors can enjoy the spectacular sight of red sunsets over the sea. It also includes the largest prehistoric site on the west coast. The expansive tidal flats are home to a wide variety of creatures, attracting seasonal migratory birds.

Jebudo Beach (제부도해수욕장)

13.5Km    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.

Olive Young - Homeplus Songdo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스송도)

Olive Young - Homeplus Songdo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 홈플러스송도)

13.6Km    2024-04-17

165, Songdogukje-daero, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

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Homeplus - Songdo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 송도)

Homeplus - Songdo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (홈플러스 송도)

13.6Km    2024-04-22

165, Songdogukje-daero, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

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Orakai Songdo Park Hotel (오라카이 송도파크호텔)

Orakai Songdo Park Hotel (오라카이 송도파크호텔)

13.7Km    2020-03-31

151, Technopark-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
+82-32-210-7000

The Best Western Premier Songdo Park Hotel, is located in Incheon and just 3 minutes from Songdo Convensia and Northeast Asia Trade Tower, has great views Songdo Central Park that make you feel like you are in Manhattan. It has great access to nationwide transportation networks and is just 15 minutes away from Incheon International Airport thanks to the newly opened Incheon Bridge and just 40 minutes from Seoul.

You can be assured the best quality service, as Best Western Premier Songdo Park Hotel is owned by the Incheon Tourism Organization and managed on consignment by BgH Korea Co. Ltd.