Incheon Urban History Museum (인천도시역사관)

Incheon Urban History Museum (인천도시역사관)

- Homepage
www.incheon.go.kr

Incheon Urban History Museum shows the history of Incheon after the opening of the port in 1883. The museum displays the changes in the city over time through various simulations and models, as well as provides educational programs and events to promote the city.

- Address : 238 Incheon Tower-daero, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon


※ Presentation Information
- Information and Guides
+82-32-850-6000

- Parking
Available

- Day Off
Mondays (If Monday is a public holiday, closed the following day), New Year’s Day

- Usage Fee
Free

- Operating Hours
09:00-18:00 (Last admission 30 min before closing)

◎ Nearby Tourism Infobox

⊙ Gyeongwonjae Ambassador Incheon (경원재 앰배서더 인천)

- Homepage
http://www.gyeongwonjae.com

- Tel
+82-32-729-1101

At first glance, Gyeongwonjae Ambassador may appear somewhat out of place: A classical hanok hotel nestled amidst a forest of cutting-edge skyscrapers. However, this juxtaposition aligns perfectly with its concept, “a walk through time on the Korean peninsula." This unique blend of tradition and modernity has earned Gyeongwonjae not only the distinction of being the first five-star hanok hotel in Korea but also the prestigious “Stars of Korean Tourism" award from the Korea Tourism Organization. Remarkably, it has achieved this claim despite lacking many contemporary hotel amenities such as swimming pools, saunas, and bars.
A stay at Gyeongwonjae offers a unique experience that can only be found in a hanok, a space that encapsulates Korean traditions. The single-story building, with its low eaves and absence of flamboyant dancheong (decorative coloring), exemplifies the aesthetic of unadorned humility that characterizes Korean culture. It harmoniously blends into the surrounding nature. Guests can partake in a traditional tea ceremony followed by a rejuvenating soak in a cypress bathtub filled with water infused with traditional Korean medicinal materials, clearing the mind of clutter and promoting natural healing.

⊙ National Museum of World Writing Systems (국립세계문자박물관)

- Homepage
www.mow.or.kr

The National Museum of World Writing Systems is the third museum in the world to specialize in writing systems, following the Champollion Museum in France and the National Museum of Chinese Writing. The museum collects and researches new and important information from the stories contained in scripts, and conducts exhibitions and education based on this. By doing so, it shares the historical value of world scripts and provides content that allows visitors to experience the diversity of culture through scripts. From the first written script of mankind to the "Hangeul," Korean alphabet, it tells the story of the birth, development, and future of the characters that have led the development of human civilization.

⊙ Songdo Hanok Village (송도 한옥마을)

- Tel
+82-32-721-4415

Songdo Hanok Village is a hanok village built in Songdo-dong, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon. It is not a village of old traditional houses but a hanok complex newly built in 2013. The contrast between the high-rise buildings of Songdo International City and the hanok complex creates a space where the West and the East meet. It is said that the initial plan was to create a space for experiencing traditional culture, but now the entire site of the hanok traditional village is leased to a restaurant and used for commercial facilities such as hotels, restaurants, and cafes built in hanok. It is also known as the filming location for the dramas, attracting many visitors.

⊙ Gugus - Incheon Songdo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (구구스 인천송도점)

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⊙ Incheondaegyo Bridge Observatory (인천대교전망대)

- Homepage
itour.incheon.go.kr

Incheondaegyo Bridge Observatory is located in the best spot to appreciate the bridge's beauty, stretching across the open sea. Visitors can enjoy the view from the ocean scope in the uniquely designed container building, or sit on one of the benches that line the wooden walkway. The view inland shows the skyscrapers of Songdo.

⊙ Songdo Central Park (송도 센트럴파크)

- Homepage
www.insiseol.or.kr

Songdo is a man-made island that presents a futuristic image with buildings that can be considered works of art. Located within this glittering city is Songdo Central Park, the first seawater park in the nation. The park provides visitors with various water activities including a water taxi, canoeing, and more. Visitors can also enjoy culture and arts throughout the park. At night, the Sonhwajeong Pavilion and the moon above seen from the walking trail create a picturesque scene.

⊙ Arts Center Incheon (아트센터인천)

- Homepage
www.aci.or.kr

- Tel
+82-32-453-7700

Arts Center Incheon in Songdo International City is a global cultural space and complex in which the design was inspired by the conductor's hand movements. The unique exterior, the view connecting the sea, and the world-class sound system prove that Arts Center Incheon is not just a performance hall but also architecturally meaningful. In November 2018, the concert hall opened to communicate with the world through music and expand the realm of art. Arts Center Incheon is emerging as a landmark of Incheon thanks to its plans to act as a foundation for the community's cultural infrastructure and provide citizens with opportunities to enjoy original and wide-ranging culture and art.

⊙ Lotte Mart - Songdo Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데마트 송도점)

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⊙ Lotte Himart - Songdo Lotte Mart Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (롯데하이마트 송도롯데마트점)

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This work was created by the Korea Tourism Organization for 25 years and opened as the first type of public Nuri. You can download it for free from the Korea Tourism Organization, https://kto.visitkorea.or.kr/eng.kto