Introducing Gyeonggi-do, a vast province that surrounds Seoul, the capital of South Korea, where history, tradition, and modern development come together.
About Gyeonggi-do
Gyeonggi-do is a province that surrounds the capital city of Seoul, forming part of the greater Seoul Capital Region. In Korea, areas with “-do” in their names refer to provinces, which are large administrative regions made up of many cities and counties. As the most populous province in South Korea, Gyeonggi-do offers a wide variety of attractions—from traditional villages and serene mountains to modern theme parks and shopping districts.
The region is also home to Incheon International Airport, Korea’s primary international gateway, making it an important hub for global travelers. Thanks to its close proximity to Seoul and well-connected transportation networks, Gyeonggi-do is an ideal area to explore alongside the capital city.
Incheon
Popular Tourist Spots
Here are some of the major tourist attractions found in the smaller cities of Gyeonggi-do
Incheon
Incheon is home to Korea’s largest airport, Incheon International Airport, through which countless international visitors enter the country. Historically, Incheon also served as a key gateway for foreign trade, and traces of that past remain today. The city offers many tourist attractions related to its rich history and global connections.
- Songdo International Business District
- Incheon Gaehang Nuri Street
- Chinatown
- National Museum of World Writing Systems
- Wolmi-do(Island)
- Sorae Wetland Ecological Park
- Simpo International Market
- Ganghwa Dolmen Site
Gwacheon
- National Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art. Gwacheon
- Seoul Grand Park & Seoul Land
Gwangmyeong
- Gwangmyeong Cave
Anseong
- Anseong Farmland
Uiwang
- Uiwang Rail Park
Suwon
- Hwaeong Fortress. Suwon
- Temporary Palace at Hwaseong Fortress
- Suwon Nammun Market
- Haengnidal-gil Street
Yongin
- Everland & Caribean Bay
- Korean Folk Village
- Nam June Paik Art Center
Yangpyeong
- Semiwon Garden
- Dumulmeori
- The Garden of Morning Calm
Etc
- DMZ
- Hantangang Tourist Area
- Jeongok Prehistory Museum
- Pocheon Art Valley
- Korea National Arboretum
- Herb Island
- Heyri Art Valley