Incheon Chinatown Travel Guide

Incheon

Chinatown which includes heritage elements, outdoor art and signage
Chinatown which includes heritage elements, signage and wild flowers
Chinatown showing wild flowers and heritage elements as well as a couple
Chinatown featuring wild flowers, signage and heritage elements
Chinatown

Immerse yourself in the colourful sights of South Korea’s largest and most famous Chinese district, which is known for its exceptional food.

Incheon’s Chinatown area is certainly the best-known Chinatown in all of South Korea. Many say it is the only one. Regardless of whether other predominantly Chinese areas qualify as Chinatowns or not, there can be no question about this one’s right to the title. Exit Incheon subway station and see right in front of you the enormous red arch belonging to the restaurant Jakeumsong, the first of many beautiful sights to see here.

The Chinese Consulate was established in this area in 1884, marking the beginnings of Incheon’s Chinatown. Prior to the Korean War, the area flourished. It was home to thousands of residents, many of whom had very successful careers in trading Chinese crafts, fabric and herbs. Come here today, however, and see how what was once a densely populated area has shrunk to a close-knit community.

Stroll around streets where brilliant red covers the façades, lanterns and other decorative items. Browse little stores selling typical Chinese items such as incense and pottery. Most importantly, eat. This is a place to come with a hearty appetite, as tempting treats are everywhere you look.

Join the crowds of people who line up for the dumplings served at Hwadeok Mandu. Pick up a wide selection of snacks on sticks from the stalls that line some of the streets. Be sure to try jajangmyeon, fried noodles served with an almost black soybean paste. This dish is the area’s specialty, a fusion of Korean and Chinese influences. Gonghwachun claims to be the first restaurant to have served the dish, so this is an excellent place to taste it.

Learn about the history of this signature Chinatown dish at the Jajangmyeon Museum. Although most of the explanations are in Korean, many parts of the lively displays are self-explanatory.

Chinatown’s location in Downtown Incheon means it is easily accessible. After you have eaten plenty of dumplings, head across to nearby Wolmido Island for a relaxing walk in beautiful surroundings.


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Things to do


Top hotels in Incheon Chinatown

Grand Hyatt Incheon

Grand Hyatt Incheon

5 out of 5
208, Yeongjonghaeannam-ro 321beon-gil, Jung-gu, Incheon, Incheon
The price is Rp2.182.295 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.182.295
Rp2.400.525 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Incheon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,374 reviews)
"We stayed at the Grand Hyatt Incheon for 3 days. The staff is amazing and helpful. When my daughter needed a Dr appointment because she hurt her leg after coming back from Japan, the concierge scheduled a Clinic for us and got us a cab. Amazing service. I used the spa services and it is wonderful. ..."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

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 Rp1.204.922 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.204.922
Rp1.325.414 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Incheon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,758 reviews)
"Great for close proximity to airport."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

ibis Styles Ambassador Incheon Airport T2
INSPIRE Entertainment Resort

INSPIRE Entertainment Resort

5 out of 5
127 Gonghangmunhwa-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon
The price is Rp3.384.308 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp3.384.308
Rp3.722.739 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Incheon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (983 reviews)
"A lot of good food options and rooms where nice only complaint is the pillows in room where not real comfortable."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

INSPIRE Entertainment Resort
Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul

4 out of 5
870, GYEONGIN-RO YEONGDEUNGPO-GU, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.291.175 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.291.175
Rp1.420.292 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"All's good."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Fairfield by Marriott Seoul
Nest Hotel Incheon

Nest Hotel Incheon

5 out of 5
19-5, Yeongjonghaeannam-ro, Jung-gu, Incheon, Incheon
The price is Rp1.460.876 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp1.460.876
Rp1.606.964 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Incheon. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful"

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Nest Hotel Incheon
Lotte City Hotel Guro

Lotte City Hotel Guro

3 out of 5
300, Digital-ro, Guro-gu, Seoul
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.229.369 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp1.229.369
Rp1.352.306 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seoul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,119 reviews)
"Excellent choice"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Lotte City Hotel Guro
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Other neighbourhoods around Incheon Chinatown

Wolmi Traditional Park featuring a garden, a sunset and heritage elements

Jung-gu

4/5(46 area reviews)

Noted for its coffee shops and seaside views, there's plenty to explore in Jung-gu. Top attractions like Incheon Chinatown and Sinpo International Market 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
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Dong-gu

You'll enjoy the waterfront and theatres in Dong-gu. You might want to make time for a stop at Hwadojin Park or Sudoguksan Museum of Housing and Living.

Dong-gu

Michuhol-gu

Get to know Michuhol-gu and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Incheon Dohobu Cheongsa and Incheon Munhak Stadium, and you can jump on the metro at Inhae University Station or Inha University Station to get around the city.

Michuhol-gu

Yeongjong-dong

3/5(1 area review)

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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Ganseok-dong

When in Ganseok-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Incheon Dohobu Cheongsa or Incheon Munhak Stadium and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ganseogogeori Station or Incheon City Hall Station.

Ganseok-dong
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Guwol-dong

When in Guwol-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Incheon Munhak Stadium or Incheon Dohobu Cheongsa and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Arts Center Station or Seokcheon Sageori Station.

Guwol-dong

Incheon Chinatown Travel Guide