6 Things to Do in Incheon on a Small Budget
What are the Cheap Things to Do in Incheon ?
Our list of things to do in Incheon on a small budget caters to those looking to experience the coastal city on the cheap. Acres of lush parks are found throughout the city center, allowing for scenic walks and outdoor fun with the family. There are also many museums that are free to enter; these venues are great for learning about the city’s role as a major transportation hub in northeast Asia.
You can find many ways to enjoy Incheon for free, from historical sites to natural scenery where you can enjoy wonderful views.
1. Incheon Grand Park
Nature within the city
Categoría: Parejas, Familias
Incheon Grand Park spans 727 acres, making it the largest urban park in the South Korean city. It’s so big that renting a bicycle is the best way to enjoy the park. It’s especially beautiful in spring when cherry blossoms are in bloom, but be prepared to face crowds of people. There are plenty of charming spots to see, such as an arboretum, a sculpture park, and a lake.
We recommend you plan your route in advance because you may get a bit tired before having a chance to see everything. So, rent a bicycle and enjoy pedaling through the trails within Incheon Grand Park for the full experience.
Ubicación: 236 Munemi-ro, Namdong-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Horario: March–October: Daily from 5 am to 11 pm. November–February: Daily from 5 am to 10 pm
Teléfono: +82 (0)32-465-1525
Incheon Grand Park
2. Dongmak Beach
Family-friendly white-sand beach
Categoría: Parejas, Aventura, Viajes en solitario, Grupos
Dongmak Beach in Hwado-myeon is the only beach located in Ganghwa-do. This beach is small, but at low tide, its vast tidal flats are exposed. In summer, you can have fun both with the water and the tidal flats. It’s a great place to play with kids.
Behind the white-sand beach, there are pine trees hundreds of years old, offering you a great spot to cool off and relax. At low tide, you can also see various sea creatures such as clams, crabs and lugworms. The nearby Bunridondae Fortification is famous for its beautiful sunsets.
Ubicación: Hwado-myeon, Incheon, South Korea
Dongmak Beach
3. Songam Art Museum
Former private collection accessible for free
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Opciones económicas
The Songam Art Museum, which started as the personal art museum of Chairman Lee Hoe-rim, a businessman from Gaeseong, has been managed by Incheon City since 2005 and has been loved as a cultural space by Incheon citizens since its reopening in 2011.
The variety and quantity of exhibits is so diverse that it’s hard to believe that it started as a private art museum, and even the admission is free. The garden in front of the museum was also turned into a sculpture park, so don’t miss the spectacular view.
Ubicación: 68, Biryu-daero 55beon-gil, Michuhol-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Horario: Tuesday–Sunday from 9 am to 6 pm (Closed Monday)
Songam Art Museum
4. Sorae Wetland Ecological Park
Former salt farm turned educational center
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Opciones económicas
The Sorae Wetland Ecological Park uses an abandoned salt farm as a learning center. It produces real salt and provides hands-on learning opportunities to teach people more about salt farming. It doesn’t hurt that it’s also a picturesque spot, particularly with the windmills.
The 3 windmills over the reeds aren’t actually generating electricity, but they add to the atmosphere of the park. It has a unique atmosphere that stands out from other parks. There is also a seawater footbath and ecology exhibition hall, providing entertainment for visitors of all ages.
Ubicación: 77, Sorae-ro 154 beon-gil, Namdong-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Sorae Wetland Ecological Park
5. Incheon Bridge
An impressive feat of modern engineering
Categoría: Fotos, Opciones económicas
Incheon Bridge connects South Korea’s major airport with the rest of the country. More specifically, it links Yeongjondo Island with Songdo Island, both important trade hubs for South Korea. Travelers flying into South Korea via Incheon airport will be amazed not just at the sheer scale of the bridge, but the benefits that it brings for shortening travel time, too.
Incheon Bridges saves travelers 40 minutes when commuting to and from the mainland. The best views of Incheon Bridge can be found at the Incheon Bridge Memorial; this educational facility documents key moments in the construction of this vital transportation link.
Ubicación: 1113-70 Unnam-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Teléfono: +82 (0)32-745-8200
Incheon Bridge
6. Gapgotdondae
Museum, watchtower, and beauty spot
Categoría: Parejas, Familias, Opciones económicas, Grupos
At Gapgotdondae, which was built as a military facility, rhododendrons bloom in spring, covering the old facility an intense, beautiful red. When you’re finished appreciating the natural beauty, head into the Ganghwa War Museum, which exhibits artifacts related to the war in Ganghwa. You can also experience traditional Korean games such as tuho throw and yutnori.
As it was built for surveillance purposes, walking along the watchtower gives you a comfortable view of the surrounding landscape. The cool sea scenery will add to the pleasure of walking.
Ubicación: 18, Haeandong-ro 1366beon-gil, Ganghwa-eup, Ganghwa-gun, Incheon, South Korea
Gapgotdondae
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