City Guide Deciding Where to Stay Can Be Quite a BEFORE Challenge

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Weekend Getaway Edition city guide Deciding where to stay can be quite a BEFORE challenge. Take a look through these suggestions located near tourist spots in YOU GO Incheon, and catered to different budgets. Budget Hotel

MYR 240/night Park Marine and below The November Stay Harbor Park Hotel

MYR 610/night Hotel Nest Incheon and below The Central Park Hotel Songdo

MYR 1220/night Paradise City and below Oakwood Premier Incheon Gyeongwonjae Ambassador

FRIENDLY Make sure to get your hands on these items REMINDER before leaving the airport

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4G Wifi Device KT Roaming Center at the following locations

4G Sim Card Incheon International Airport 1/F Gate 6-7, open 24 hours daily Gate 4-5 (From 1 Mar 2018), Daily 7am to 10pm Gate 10-11, Daily 6am to 10pm

Incheon Airport International Airport Terminal 2 1st Floor Gate 2-3 KT Roaming Center, open 24 hours daily

AREX Incheon Incheon International Airport Terminal 1 Airport Express Train Transportation Center of Incheon Int’l Airport (B1F floor) One Way Ticket Information Center in Seoul Opening hours: Daily, 5am to 10:40pm

Incheon International Airport Terminal 2 Transportation Center of Incheon Int’l Airport (B1F floor) Information Center Opening hours: Dail, 5am to 10:40pm

Alternatively, you can also exchange your tickets manually at the Express Train Ticket Vending Machine located at the Incheon Airport Station and Seoul Station

Korea Rail Pass Incheon Airport Railroad Information Center (KR PASS) Opening hours: Daily, 7am to 9:30pm DAY 1

송도SONG-DO DAY 1 OVERVIEW

Time Activity How To Get There

1000-1100 Travel to Song-do From Incheon Airport, take 6707B bus via Kal Limousine to Song-do

1100-1130 Check in your accommodation at Songdo Hanok Village

1145-1430 Get moving at Take the Incheon City Tour Songdo Central Park bus (Harbor or City Line) from Incheon Station to the respective attractions

1445-1545 Head up the G Tower

1615-1930 Visit Triple Street for Take the Incheon City Tour some shopping bus (City Line) to Triple Street (Global Campus)

Check in and check out one of the most unique accommodations that has preserved its traditional flair throughout the decades. Hanoks, traditional Korean houses, retain the original structure and design of family homes, and give off a warm and homely vibe amongst its wooden beams and rafters.

The juxtaposition of blending the past with the present is intriguing, as the position and influence of hanoks in Korean architecture still hold firm amidst modern high-rises and luxury apartments right in the centre of the commercial district.

Getting there: From Incheon Airport, take 6707B bus via Kal Limousine to Song-do Address: 200 Technopark-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

1145-1430: Get moving at Songdo Central Park

Keeping the momentum as you walk the short distance from your accommodation to the one and only Songdo Central Park, which stretches across an area of over 100 acres with greenery and water. With a variety of activities available, the park sets itself apart as one of the nation’s best green spaces. It is host to a 1.8km seawater canal stretching from the east to the west.

We highly recommend you to navigate the area leisurely by renting a family boat, canoe, SUP (a rafting board you paddle standing up) or kayak available at the Songdo Komarine East Boat House to make your way through the waterways. An alternative would be to take the water taxi from the West Boat House for a picturesque view of the surrounding skyline. On water or by foot, the park provides a breath of fresh air right in the middle of the bustling city.

Address: 196 Technopark-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon

You definitely can’t miss out on this landmark in Songdo, easily identifiable by its bold geometric exterior. On the inside, G-Tower is also famous for having unique floor plans for each of its 33 stories and being eco-conscious with ample natural lighting flowing through the glass.

At first glance, it may seem like any other office building, but make sure to head upstairs to the Sky Garden open to visitors during the day, from which you’ll get to see Songdo fully from the high vantage point. If you’re keen to explore and tour around the area, you can even rent bicycles here.

Address: 175, Art center-daero, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon © Incheon Tourism Organization DAY 1

1615-1930: Spend the evening on Triple Street SONG-DO Make your way back to the main island dubbed as the sustainable city of the future as well as the “Gangnam of Incheon”.

Feed your belly and satisfy your shopping urges at Triple Street for an all-in-one © Triple Street experience. The Ground Street, Under Street and Park Street can satisfy all your needs in shopping, dining and relaxation. You can tell they definitely keep the latest trends in mind, as they bring together local and international installations and franchises across the hub.

Along the Park Street, drop by The Sky Observatory to catch a glimpse of the Getting there: Take the Incheon City Tour bus (City Line) Songdo skyline, or wind down on Healing Hills to Triple Street (Global Campus) designed to bring green lawns to the city so Address: you can relax after a long day. 33-3, Songdo Gwahak-ro 16beon-gil, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon 강화도DAY 2 중구

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중구JUNG-GU DAY 2 OVERVIEW

Time Activity How To Get There

0900-1000 Make your way to Take a taxi from Songdo Hanok Ganghwa-do Village to Ganghwa-do

1000-1130 Explore Incheon’s textile From Ganghwa Terminal, industry at take bus 37 to Suhyup Station Sochang Experience Centre & Joyang Bangjik

1200-1300 Make a serene stop at From Ganghwa Terminal, Jeondeungsa Templestay take bus 3 to Jeondeungsa Temple South Gate

1300-1230 Get a thrill on the A short taxi ride away Ganghwa Luge

1230-1330 Travel to Jung-gu Take a taxi from Ganghwa-do to Jung-gu

1330-1400 Head up to the En route the Incheon City Wolmi Observatory Tour Bus (Harbor Line): to Wolmi Traditional Park/ Wolmi Culture Street

1400-1430 Admire the view at the Wolmi Culture Street Waterfront Area

1430-1630 Get ready to ride at the Wolmi Theme Park

1700-1830 Soak up the culture at the En route the Incheon City Tour Jung-gu Open Port Bus (Harbor Line): Cultural District Open Port Street (Art Platform, Incheon Station)

1900-2030 Last stop of the day at Take the Incheon City Tour bus Sinpo International Market (Harbor LIne) from Incheon Station to Sinpo International Market

Spend the night at Take the Incheon City Tour Bus Harbor Park Hotel (Harbor LIne) straight to the hotel

JUNG-GU -DO &

A textile powerhouse since the 1900s, the Sochang Experience Centre was converted from one of the largest and oldest factories on the island. While the golden age has come to an end, the remaining © KLOOK factories serve as tourist spots and hosts of stories and culture. Here you’ll see machineries they used

back in the day and get a chance to customise your GANGHWA DAY 2 own handkerchief with local fabric to bring home as a souvenir.

Joyang Bangjik next door is an enormous cafe retaining the setting of a traditional cotton factory. Take in the industrial-themed surroundings as you enjoy cake and coffee, then tour the place for exhibitions that regularly take place. Getting there: From Ganghwa Terminal, take bus 37 to Suhyup Station Address: 8, Nammunan-gil 20beon-gil Ganghwa-eup, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

1000-1130: Explore Incheon’s textile industry at Sochang Experience Centre & Joyang Bangjik

1200-1300: Make a stop at Jeondeungsa Templestay GANG- Make your way back to the main island dubbed as the sustainable city of the future as well as the “Gangnam of Incheon”.

Feed your belly and satisfy your shopping urges at Triple Street for an all-in-one experience. The Ground HWA Street, Under Street and Park Street can satisfy all your needs in shopping, dining and relaxation. You can tell they definitely keep the latest trends in mind, as they © Incheon Tourism Organization bring together local and international installations and franchises across the hub. © Incheon Tourism Organization

Along the Park Street, drop by The Sky Observatory -DO & to catch a glimpse of the Songdo skyline, or wind down on Healing Hills designed to bring green lawns to the city so you can relax after a long day. Getting there: From Ganghwa Terminal, take bus 3 to Jeondeungsa Temple South Gate Address: JUNG-GU 37-41, Jeondeungsa-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

1300-1230: Get a thrill on the Ganghwa Luge

A luge is a plastic wheel sled with controls for brake and speed, allowing you to zoom your way down the tracks. Try your hand at Ganghwa Luge, where the tracks appeal to both adults and children with a steeper advanced slope as well as a milder one. It’s definitely worth visiting as the largest luge track in Asia! The luge track is part of the seaside resort that offers other activities so check them out as well.

Getting there: Take a taxi Address: 217 Jangheung-ro, Gilsang-myeon, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon

1330-1400: Head up to the Wolmi GANGHWAObservatory For the first stop at Jung-gu, head up to the Wolmi Observatory to enjoy a full 360° view of Incheon. We heard that the cafe atop the observatory is pretty good too! Getting there: En route the Incheon City Tour Bus (Harbor Line): to Wolmi Traditional Park/ Wolmi Culture Street Address: 97-31 Bukseong-dong 1(il)-ga,

1400-1430: Admire the view at the Wolmi Culture Street Waterfront Area

Wolmido has more in store for visitors: For food and an amazing view of the shoreline, head to the multiple squares along the Wolmi Culture Street Waterfront Area, where you can also enjoy street performances or get a portrait from a street artist. Pause by Lighthouse Road to © Incheon Tourism Organization soak in the sunshine and snap a few photos.

Address: 18, Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon -DO &

Having a large array of activities, Wolmido contains not just one, but several theme parks! The Wolmi Theme Park is most popular for its location by the sea and exclusive crazy rides. In summer, prepare to get wet as they introduce water features. Address: 81 Wolmimunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon DAY 2 GANGHWA© Incheon Tourism Organization 1700-1830: Soak up the culture at the Jung-gu Open Port Cultural District

As the name suggests, the Open Port area linked Korea to other civilizations through trade, introducing foreign elements to the area through 130 years of history. Here, you’ll find rich Japanese aesthetics that retain rich historical -DO & and cultural flavours.

Dress up in the 1800s themed outfits at Jung- © Incheon Tourism Organization gu Life Centre and stroll along the Open Port Street, where you’ll find historic buildings converted into artsy cafes. The area has no JUNG-GU shortage of museums from history, art, literature Getting there: En route on the Incheon City Tour Bus: Open to religion, while the Incheon Art Platform a Port Street (Art Platform, Incheon Station) street away hosts creative spaces for artists to Address: showcase their work and host workshops. 3, Jemullyang-ro 218beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon Incheon Tourism Organization Incheon Tourism ©

DAY 2

1900-2030: Grab a bite and a GANGHWAfew snaps at Sinpo International Market

To bring the fun-packed day to an end, the last stop would be Sinpo International Market, where you’ll enjoy everything about Korea in -DO & one condensed package. It is a buzzing open- air marketplace with stalls with traditional street foods, and it also sells clothing, produce, meats & gifts, making it the perfect place for a last-minute

souvenir run before heading back. This market © Incheon Tourism Organization has been standing for the past century, and is JUNG considered a landmark at Incheon as it takes pride in its delicious treats prepared by ajumas. Getting there: Take the Incheon City Tour bus from Incheon Station to Sinpo International Market Address: 11-5 Uhyeon-ro 49beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon, -GU DAY 3

영종도YEONGJONGDO DAY 3 OVERVIEW

Time Activity How To Get There

0930-1030 Start off at Take bus 307 from Jung gu Yeongjongdo Office to Wonseonggol station

1100-1330 Soak up the sunshine on From Ganghwa Terminal, Masian Beach take bus 37 to Suhyup Station

1430-1630 Take in the views and enjoy Take bus 6-1 from Jeonso to seaside activities at Wangsangol station Wangsan Marina

1700-1900 Final stop at Take the Incheon City Tour Bus Paradise City (Ocean Line) to Paradise City

Masian Beach offers a full panoramic view of the 1030-1200: West Sea and Silmido Island across the water, Lay back on featured in the Korean movie ‘Silmido’ (2003). Masian Beach Around the white sandy beach, there are stores selling seafood and areas for you to relax and enjoy the sea breeze.

You can also get a hands-on experience digging clams during low tide on the mudflats led by the Masian Tidal Flat Experience Centre, from which you’ll see how well the marine ecosystems are preserved in the fishing village. To get you off to a good start, lounging at the beach would definitely help you let loose after your flight and © KLOOK settle you into a holiday mood. Getting there: Take a taxi from Wonseonggol station Address: 118, Masiran-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon

1200-1400: Enjoy the resources at Wangsan Marina

As Incheon’s largest yacht club, Wangsan Marina provides full access to the West Sea 24h a day and top-notch resources for people who enjoy leisure time along the coastal area or in the water. Aside from admiring the luxurious yachts lining the piers from afar, you’ll get to board one with their rental services or set sail with their fishing and sailing courses.

For those who prefer to sit back and enjoy, join one of their yacht tours to the surrounding islands for amazing sightseeing destinations and natural wonders. Apart from water sports, it’s worth visiting for their views during the sunset hour. Getting there: Take bus 6-1 from Jeonso to Wangsangol station Address: Wangsan Marina Gil 143, Jung-gu, Incheon,

1700-1900: Final stop at Paradise City

Featured in a plethora of Kdramas including Hotel del Luna, Paradise City allows you to relax and take in the finer things in life among artwork and larger- than-life installations. With what’s left of your time in Incheon, go on your final shopping spree in the plaza, and enjoy a lavish dinner. According to your liking, you may opt for fine dining at Michelin star restaurants or premium buffet restaurants. They also have a wide range of casual dining options that share the same ambiance. Cafes, bars, authentic Korean cuisine… Paradise City can fulfil your cravings before you leave. Getting there: Take the Incheon City Tour Bus (Ocean Line) to Paradise City Address: 186 Yeongjonghaeannam-ro 321beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon