Part of the greater Seoul metropolitan area, Incheon is a major city and destination in its own right, offering a wide range of business, cultural and retail facilities. Nestled along the Yellow Sea, Incheon is the second-biggest port city in Korea and third most populous city, home to more than 2.8 million residents. Get to know the gateway to South Korea by strolling along the Wolmido waterfront, dining in the colorful Chinatown, shopping in the bustling Incheon Fish Market and hopping on a ferry to enjoy the offshore beauty of the city’s several islands.

GETTING THERE
Located west of downtown Incheon on Yeongjong Island, Incheon International Airport is the largest airport in South Korea and the main hub for Asiana Airlines, Korean Air and Jeju Air. Taxi service to the city center costs $22–25 and takes about 35 minutes. For subway service, you can take the Incheon Airport Railroad Express commuter train to a number of spots between Incheon Airport and Seoul Station; fares start from less than $1 and cost about $3.50 to get to Seoul Station.

GETTING AROUND
Operated by the Incheon Transit Corp., the Incheon Subway consists of a single subway line with 29 stations throughout the city and connected to the Seoul Metropolitan Subway system at Bupyeong Station. Fares are about 90 cents for the first six miles and about 9 cents for each additional three-mile increment. The local bus system provides another great way to get around the city, offering service through almost every neighborhood in Incheon for fares starting from about $2.30. Taxi service starts from $2.30 and increases with distance.

9–5
Level 19
If you want to impress your clients and delight their taste buds, venture up to the 19th floor of ORAKAI Songdo Park – Hotel to enjoy Level 19’s signature Korean and international buffet, offering an array of delicious local cuisine and international fare. For important business meetings, Level 19 offers four elegant dining rooms with capacity ranging from eight to 130 guests.

The Platz
Start the day and make it pay with a power breakfast at The Platz, boasting breathtaking views of the West Sea from inside the Nest Hotel. The restaurant offers a morning buffet selection and discreet service, providing the perfect ambience as you interface with a client. Dining rooms with accommodations for eight to 10 guests are also available for those who prefer a quiet dining experience in a private setting.

Songdo Convensia Convention Center
Featuring more than 580,000 square feet of meeting and event space, this state-of-the-art convention center is located about 15 minutes from Incheon International and an hour from Seoul, making it a convenient place to convene for business. Songdo Convensia offers several meeting rooms, exhibition halls and a premier ballroom.

AFTER 5
The Jet Lagged Lizard
Finish your work day with a drink at The Jet Lagged Lizard, serving local beers, several imported bottled beers, an expansive cocktail list and wine in a casual atmosphere. The friendly bar is a popular spot for locals as well as pilots from all over the world who often pop in for a drink before heading to their airport hotels.

Restaurant 8
There’s something for everyone inside Grand Hyatt Incheon’s Restaurant 8, a unique dining concept with eight food and beverage outlets serving dinner in one setting. Choose from a mix of Western and Eastern cuisines as you watch the hotel’s skilled chefs perform in the area’s multiple show kitchens.

Vy Bar & Karaoke
Spend the night sipping cocktails and singing your heart out while mingling and enjoying the stunning atmosphere at Vy (Vibrations of Youth) Bar & Karaoke. Both elegant and comfortable, the bar offers a number of state-of-the-art karaoke rooms as well as an extensive drink selection featuring unique cocktails and martinis, whiskeys and beers.

RESOURCES
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