Incheon

Travel Guide

Incheon featuring a garden, a city and a skyscraper
Incheon featuring a city, night scenes and heritage elements
Incheon Bridge featuring a sunset, a bridge and landscape views
Songdo Central Park showing a high rise building, a bridge and a city
Incheon which includes a city, modern architecture and a high rise building
Korea’s third-largest city is a fascinating mix of political history, modern shopping malls and entertainment districts, and remote outer islands. 

The port city of Incheon has many facets. Visit the location where General MacArthur made the invasion that altered the destiny of the Korean War and the memorials and museums that honour him. Eat fresh fish on the tranquil outer islands and enjoy superb shopping and nightlife in the city’s lively centre.

As Korea’s major transport hub, Incheon has the country’s largest airport, an industrial seaport and major bus and train centres within the city limits. Many head straight to Seoul, located just 36 kilometres (22 miles) to the east, but at weekends Incheon is where Seoulites come to relax, shop and enjoy some fresh sea air. 

Incheon is politically distinct from the capital, and is famously the location for the Incheon Landings in 1950. Locals are extremely proud of this and you’ll find a memorial statue of General Douglas MacArthur in Jayu Park. At the Incheon Landing Operation Memorial Hall, which is free to enter, peruse photographs that show what life was like at the time of the landings as well as military-themed photos. Next door to the memorial hall is the Incheon Metropolitan City Museum where you can learn more about the city’s history and take part in experiences such as traditional games and craft. 

If you’re looking for designer shopping, excellent restaurants and lively nightlife then the central Bupyeong area is the place to go. Nearby you’ll find Jung-gu, home to Korea’s only Chinatown. Explore the markets and sample tasty food from the restaurants. 

Take a trip to the Incheon Islands which lie just offshore. Two of the most popular are Yeongjong Island and Ganghwado Island, which has a famous market specialising in rush mats and ginseng. 

A good subway system connects all of Incheon’s major sights and districts. If you can’t find a subway stop for where you want to go there will almost certainly be a bus, so you’ll never have problem getting around the city. Use the giant Northeast Asia Trade Tower, Korea’s tallest building, as a landmark.

Where to stay in Incheon

Songdo Central Park showing a high rise building, a bridge and a city

Songdo

4.5/5(72 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Songdo. Top attractions like Songdo Central Park and Hyundai Premium Outlet Songdo are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at BIT Zone Station or University of Incheon Station to see more of the city.

Songdo
Wolmi Traditional Park which includes a park, a pond and a sunset

Jung-gu

4/5(600 area reviews)

Noted for its coffeehouses and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Jung-gu. Top attractions like Incheon Chinatown and Songwol-dong Fairy Tale Village are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Incheon Station or Wolmi Sea Station to see more of the city.

Jung-gu

Yeongjong-dong

3.5/5(15 area reviews)

Well-liked for its theme parks and seafood restaurants, Yeongjong-dong is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Yeongjong Pier and Yeongjong Ferry Terminal, and jump on the metro at Yeongjong Station to get around the city.

Yeongjong-dong
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Unseo-dong

If you're spending time in Unseo-dong, check out sights like SKY72 Golf Club or BMW Driving Center and hop on the metro to see more the city at Concourse Station or Incheon international Airport Cargo Terminal Station.

Unseo-dong
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Eulwang-ri

4/5(84 area reviews)

If you're spending time in Eulwang-ri, you might enjoy attractions like Eulwangni Beach and Wangsan Beach. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Water Park Station to see more of the city.

Eulwang-ri
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Namdong-gu

3.5/5(14 area reviews)

Namdong-gu is well-liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Soraepogu Fish Market and New World Bowling Center are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Namdong-gu Office Station or Mansu Station to get around.

Namdong-gu
Grand Hyatt Incheon

Grand Hyatt Incheon

5 out of 5
208, Yeongjonghaeannam-ro 321beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon, Incheon
The price is NT$3,844 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
NT$3,844
NT$4,228 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Incheon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,316 reviews)
"The Grand Hyatt is truly "grand". Great rooms with good amenities; very family friendly and lots of dining options! As an airport area hotel, the shuttle service is much appreciated."

Reviewed on 2025/7/19

Grand Hyatt Incheon
ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon Airport T2

ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon Airport T2

4 out of 5
340 Je2terminal daero Jung gu IBC II, Incheon
The price is NT$2,154 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
NT$2,154
NT$2,370 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Incheon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,631 reviews)
"They don't allow uber pickups from the hotel and they call taxi with flat rate"

Reviewed on 2025/7/18

ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon Airport T2
Paradise City

Paradise City

5 out of 5
186, Yeongjonghaeannam-ro 321beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon
The price is NT$6,758 per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
NT$6,758
NT$7,434 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury resort in Incheon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"it was clean and comfortable bed"

Reviewed on 2025/6/30

Paradise City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oakwood Premier Incheon

Oakwood Premier Incheon

5 out of 5
165, Convensia-daero, Incheon, Incheon
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Incheon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,427 reviews)
"Friendly staff, nice restaurant, reasonable prices."

Reviewed on 2025/7/16

Oakwood Premier Incheon
The November Stay In Landmark

The November Stay In Landmark

3 out of 5
101 Artcenter-daero 168beon-gil, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Incheon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Popular attractions Songdo Central Park and Port of Incheon ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (260 reviews)
"2nd time here. We had the corner family suite this time in building A2206. This property had an automated machine this time for check ins. There is also a receptionist there as well. Many windows in our corner family suite of 2 bedrooms…. Too dirty to enjoy any of the views 👎 Tips: Lobby is on the ..."

Reviewed on 2025/7/18

The November Stay In Landmark
SR Hotel Yeongjong

SR Hotel Yeongjong

3.5 out of 5
893 Yeongjong-daero Jung-gu, Incheon
Stay at this 3.5-star residence in Incheon. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Incheon Port Passenger Terminal and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (92 reviews)
"Pictures are true to the real property. It is in a new development with many restaurants and shops. There is a 24 hr convenient store on the first floor. Very safe neighbourhood. Large suite. We got a loft suite. Good service. Excellent value for the money."

Reviewed on 2025/6/15

SR Hotel Yeongjong
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Incheon

4.2
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
205
5 - Excellent 41%
4 - Good
208
4 - Good 42%
3 - Okay
72
3 - Okay 15%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 1%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

A place to return and continue to explore!

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Try the Songdo City Bar and Restaurant near the Sheraton Hotel, it has a good brunch on weekends.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I only stayed inside the airport terminal... it was very pleasant and was great to have all the shopping and food options during my stay.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

nice to play casino. near by airport is good point.

3/5 - Okay

A.F

Taxi drivers and airport workers are rude. Hard to communicate with them even though we used translation app.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Very clean, quiet, and helpful.

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