Take 01
2020
Pawn
Incheon Chinatown, Open Port Area
37.4563°N, 126.7052°E
Incheon
Korea's gateway city offers futuristic smart city architecture, historic Chinatown charm, and island escapes just minutes from the country's main international airport.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Incheon
Take 02
2018
Mr. Sunshine
Incheon Open Port Area, Jung-gu colonial buildings
Take 03
2022
Decision to Leave
Songdo International District, Incheon coastline
Take 04
2014
Ode to My Father
Incheon Port, Wolmido, Chinatown historic streets
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Incheon
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
park
Songdo Central Park
Korea's first seawater park with canals, water taxis, and Manhattan-style skyline reflections. Futuristic urban oasis feeling.
G-Tower & Songdo Skyline
35-story landmark observation tower with 360-degree views of Songdo's futuristic architecture. Glass-walled viewing deck.
Moderate
Incheon Chinatown
Korea's only official Chinatown established in 1884. Colorful paifang gates, traditional restaurants, and period architecture.
Easy
Jayu Park & MacArthur Statue
Korea's first Western-style park with commanding harbor views, historic monuments, and cherry blossom-lined paths.
Easy
Wolmido Coastal Promenade
Seaside entertainment district with amusement park, seafood restaurants, and ferry terminal. Casual coastal atmosphere.
Easy
Incheon Open Port Area
Historic treaty port district with colonial-era Japanese and Western architecture. Early 20th century period looks.
Easy
Ganghwa Peace Observatory
DMZ viewing point with North Korea visible across the estuary. Military history and divided peninsula context.
Complex
Incheon International Airport
One of Asia's largest and most modern airports. Award-winning architecture, cultural experiences, and transit hub.
Complex
Songdo International City
Futuristic smart city, modern skyscrapers, Central Park, and cutting-edge urban architecture.
Chinatown & Sinpo
Korea's oldest Chinatown, colorful streets, historic architecture, and cultural heritage.
Wolmido Island
Seaside amusement park, coastal promenade, ferry terminals, and recreational waterfront.
Incheon Port & Jung-gu
Working harbor, historic Open Port area, maritime industry, and colonial-era buildings.
Bupyeong
Underground shopping streets, urban nightlife, entertainment districts, and local markets.
Ganghwa Island
Historic fortresses, dolmen sites, rural landscapes, and traditional village atmosphere.
Scene 03 — The Case for Incheon
Why Film in Incheon
- ✓ Futuristic Songdo provides sci-fi and corporate backdrops unique in Korea
- ✓ Only official Chinatown in Korea with preserved historical architecture
- ✓ Up to 50% regional incentive - highest in Korea when combined with KOFIC
- ✓ Incheon Film Commission actively supports international productions
- ✓ Seamless airport logistics for equipment and international talent
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports ICN (Within Incheon (12km to Jung-gu, 20km to Songdo)) ▼
Incheon International Airport (ICN) — Within Incheon (12km to Jung-gu, 20km to Songdo)
AREX express to Seoul (43 min)Airport limousine busTaxi (~20,000 won to Songdo)Private transfer
Local Transit metro · bus · taxi · ferry ▼
metro
Incheon Metro Line 1 connects to Seoul Metro. Airport Railroad (AREX) links airport to city center.
Crew tip: Metro doesn't directly reach Songdo Central Park - requires bus connection or taxi. Line 1 terminus at Gyeyang for Seoul connections.
bus
Essential for Songdo and areas not covered by metro. BRT (Bus Rapid Transit) connects major zones.
Crew tip: BRT is reliable for Songdo. Airport buses run 24 hours.
taxi
Available throughout city. Kakao T app works. Fares lower than Seoul.
Crew tip: Taxis best for production moves in Songdo. Most drivers unfamiliar with film terminology.
ferry
Ferries from Incheon Port to various islands including Ganghwa and offshore locations.
Crew tip: Island ferries can transport equipment. Schedule around tides for some routes.
Production Parking easy · Permits required
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Much easier than Seoul. Songdo has ample parking. Chinatown and Jung-gu central areas more limited.
Incheon Film Commission assists with production parking. Songdo's wide streets accommodate production vehicles easily.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Incheon is spread across distinct zones. Songdo to Chinatown: 20-30 min by car. Ganghwa Island: 1 hour from central Incheon. Airport to Songdo: 15 min. Plan for zone-to-zone travel time rather than thinking of Incheon as one compact city.
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Plan Your Incheon Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing Korea's gateway city.