Meoweler
South Korea

Gimpo / Gateway to Gyeonggi

MeowScore 😸86/100
What is MeowScore?
🐈 Cats in the city 😸
☀️ Sun-soaked days 😸
🚗 Traffic density 😻
🔈 Noisiness 😸
📸 Views and Sightseeing 😼
🌳 Parks and greenery 😸
👮‍♂️ Safety 😻

Best month

April

Cherry blossom season in full bloom!🌸🌳🌸

🎉
january

Visit Gimpo for winter festivals & scenic snowy landscapes!❄️

🐲
february

Celebrate Lunar New Year with family-friendly events & delicious food!🧧

🏞️
march

Enjoy early spring hikes & cherry blossom festivals!🌸

🌸
april

Experience Gimpo's stunning cherry blossom tunnels in full bloom!🌸🌳🌸

🌊
may

Visit coastal beaches & islands for sun, sand, and seafood!🏖️🦞

⛰️
june

Escape the heat with cave tours & underground waterfalls!🌡️🏞️

🎵
july

Beat the heat at water parks & enjoy outdoor concerts!🌊🎶

🎉
august

Experience traditional cultural events & food festivals!🎎🥘

🍂
september

Enjoy autumn foliage & beautiful hiking trails!🍁🥾

🍽️
october

Savor seasonal produce at local markets & food festivals!🍁🌾🍎

📜
november

Explore historical landmarks & cultural museums!🏯🌟

❄️
december

Join winter illuminations & hot springs retreats!✨🛀

⚖️

Reasonable prices

Bigmac $?

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The shopping and tourist areas in Gimpo are relatively affordable, but prices can be high for certain luxury items. Overall, it's a moderate cost city.

Check out local markets for affordable souvenirs and street food, but be prepared to spend more for high-end shopping experiences.

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit stop for flights

Usual visit duration

1-3 days

transit stop for flights

Gimpo is a popular transit hub for flights to other cities in South Korea and neighboring countries. Many people spend a night in Gimpo before continuing their travels.

Tipping

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Tipping not expected

Tipping

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Tipping not expected

Cash is preferred but credit card is accepted in most places. Splitting the bill is common among friends but not between seniors and juniors in a more formal setting. It is polite to leave exact change.

internet situation

great Speed

High-speed fiber optic connections.

excellent Availability

99.9% uptime from major providers.

great Cellular

Most areas covered but some dead zones.

Electric socket type F

Common in Europe (except UK and Ireland), Korea, Indonesia, Russia. Accepts Type C, Type E (if pinhole exists).

KRW

1 KRW =
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biking hostile

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks and parks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

As cats, we were pleasantly surprised by the cat cafes in this city. A feline's paradise!

Watch your paws though, the bustling streets can be a challenge for even the most nimble cats.

Things to do

The mainstream

🏛️
Gimpo History Museum
🌉
Incheon Bridge
🌇
Unyangsan Observation Deck
🌳
Gimpo Hangang Park
✈️
Gimpo International Airport

The mainstream

🏛️
Gimpo History Museum

Discover the history of Gimpo at this museum. The exhibits cover everything from prehistoric times to the modern era, and there are interactive displays that cats will love.

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🌉
Incheon Bridge

This bridge spans the Han River and connects Incheon International Airport to Gimpo International Airport. It's the fifth longest cable-stayed bridge in the world.

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🌇
Unyangsan Observation Deck

From this observation deck, cats can enjoy a panoramic view of Gimpo and the Han River. It's especially beautiful at sunset and at night.

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🌳
Gimpo Hangang Park

This park is located along the Han River and offers beautiful views of the city. It's a great place for a picnic, a bike ride, or a stroll along the river.

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✈️
Gimpo International Airport

This airport is the second largest airport in South Korea, located in the city of Gimpo. It serves as a hub for Korean Air, Asiana Airlines, and Jin Air.

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Off the beaten path

1
Pyongyang School Museum
2
War Memorial of Korea, Gimpo Branch
3
Deokgyeong Temple
4
Wonpyeong Park
5
Gimpo Hangang Park

Off the beaten path

1
Pyongyang School Museum

A fascinating museum located in Gimpo's deserted school that was once used by North Korean students. Discover the history of inter-Korean education. 🏫🌎🎓

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2
War Memorial of Korea, Gimpo Branch

A little-known branch of the larger museum in Seoul, dedicated to Korea's military history. Educational and interesting for cat history buffs. 🏛️🐾💂

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3
Deokgyeong Temple

A serene Buddhist temple hidden on a small hill. A cat-friendly place for meditation and contemplation. 🙏🏻😺🌿

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4
Wonpyeong Park

A small, peaceful park with colorful flowers and walking paths. 🌸🚶‍♂️🌼

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5
Gimpo Hangang Park

This park along the Han River is perfect for cats to take a stroll, watch the sunset, and enjoy the river breeze. 🌅🐾🌳

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biking hostile

Some bike lanes

walkable -ish

Good sidewalks and parks

LGBTQ hostile

Conservative society

Mindful meoweler tips

Visit the Gimpo Hangang Park

A beautiful park along the Han river with stunning views and fun activities for cats and cat owners alike

Check out Gimpo's famous fish markets

Experience the freshest seafood the city has to offer while mingling with the friendly, local cats

Explore Gimpo's military history at the War Memorial Park

Learn about South Korea's involvement in the Korean War and pay respects to fallen soldiers

Useful external sites

english.visitkorea.or.kr

Korea Tourism Organization↗

Official website of the Korean tourism organization

english.visitseoul.net

Visit Seoul↗

Official website for tourism in Seoul, including information about Gimpo

www.expedia.com

Expedia↗

Travel booking website with options for hotels, flights, and activities in Gimpo

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