November 5 / Tue. ~ 8 / Fri. , 2024
Songdo Convensia, Incheon, Republic of Korea
Half-day Tour (Incheon Open Port & Historical Tour) |
Night Tour (Songdo Night Tour) Apply |
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Date & Time | November 5 (Tue.) / 13:00-17:30 | November 8 (Fri.) / 17:30-22:00 |
Tour Fee | Free of charge | |
Language | English | |
Application Method | Online application via Google Form by October 18 (Fri.) 15:00 (※ It is possible to apply for both courses.) |
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Date & Time | November 5 (Tue.) / 13:00-17:30 |
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Theme | Incheon Open Port & Historical Tour Incheon Open Port area holds a history of 130 years since its opening in 1883. The entire area is a museum and cultural heritage site. |
Capacity | Min. 20 people, Max. 40 people |
Ticket includes | Lunch, Tour admission, Transportation by bus, Travel Insurance, English speaking guide |
Tour Itinerary | Venue (Songdo Convensia) Jemulpo Club Incheon Citizen’s House Cheongil Settlement Boundary Stairs Daebul Hotel Sangsang Platform Venue (Songdo Convensia) |
Description |
Jemulpo Club was built in 1901 for the social gatherings of ex-pats living in Incheon. Jemulpo is the name of Incheon Port during the Joseon Dynasty. Gurakbu is the Japanese pronunciation of “Club.” In a space where foreigners such as Germany, the United States, Russia, and the United Kingdom interacted more than 120 years ago, you can now experience jazz classes and coffee drip bag-making programs with art directors' commentary. Incheon Citizen’s House was opened to the public in July of 2021 after being used as the second house of a Japanese businessman and Incheon mayor’s residence in the 1900s. When you enter the gate across from Jemulpo Club, you’ll be amazed by the quiet and gentle modern Hanok (traditional Korean house). You can rent the main building (Modern House) and the outdoor garden (Jemulpo Garden) through the Incheon Citizen’s House’s official website. A performance with the backdrop of cool Spring and Autumn Hanok will leave a deep impression on the participants. Cheongil Settlement Boundary Stairs the borderline between Japanese residences made in 1883 and Chinese residences made in 1884. The designs of the stone lanterns on the right and left side of the center stairs, which has a history of more than 140 years, are different because each was made in Chinese and Japanese styles. At the end of the stairs is a statue of Confucius donated by Qingdao of China, which is also on the Chinese side. Daebul Hotel Korea’s first Western-style hotel built in a Japanese residential area in 1888. Despite the high price, the hotel’s all 11 rooms were always fully booked, with customers showing great satisfaction with beds in the room, western food, and employee who speak fluent English. However, in 1899, when the Gyeongin Line connecting Incheon and Noryang jin was built, the number of customers decreased rapidly. Later on, the place was turned into a Beijing food restaurant, Junghwalu, and has been successful for almost 40 years. In the end, however, the building was eventually demolished after 90 years. The place was restored in 2018 based on historical research. Part of the floor in the exhibition hall is glass, where visitors can check out the site of Daebul Hotel themselves. Sangsang Platform is a new concept multipurpose cultural and tourism complex that connects the sea and Incheon’s main city center as well as the city’s past and present. |
Date & Time | November 8 (Fri.) / 17:30-22:00 |
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Theme | Songdo Night Tour - An artificial lake illuminating the night of Songdo The city of Songdo is a futuristic city with buildings like a piece of art. As the first seawater park in the country, Songdo Central Park provides visitors with various water sports including Water Taxi. We are planning to experience the Water Taxi that is a unique and enjoyable activity. It's a popular attraction, especially in the evening when the lights create a beautiful and romantic atmosphere on the water. |
Capacity | Min. 20 people |
Ticket includes | Dinner, Tour admission, Transportation by bus, Travel Insurance, English speaking guide |
Tour Itinerary | Venue (Songdo Convensia) Songdo Central Park (West Boat House) Tri-Bowl Venue (Songdo Convensia) |
Description |
Songdo Central Park is a large seawater park in the city center, and the first park in Korea to use seawater. At Songdo Central Park, you can enjoy water leisure facilities such as canoes, and moon boats, and even watch deer. Tri-Bowl is a multi-purpose integrated cultural arts space including an arena shaped performance space, education about culture and arts as well as exhibits. |