Gimpo: Daemyeong Port, Old Forts and a Day Trip West of Seoul

Gimpo sits on the Han River estuary, with a working fishing port, a warship museum and fortress walls. Add river sashimi, Chinese-Korean classics and market-style snack bars.

September 30, 2026 · 3 min read · EatHub Editorial

Gimpo: Daemyeong Port, Old Forts and a Day Trip West of Seoul

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What this guide is built from

This article is connected to EatHub restaurant records, so readers can move from advice to the live map instead of stopping at a generic list.

Mapped restaurants: 6
Neighborhoods: 김포시
Awarded spots: Check per listing
Food focus: 한식, 중식

Menu signals: 생선회, 중식당, 종합분식, 돼지생갈비

Allergy fields present: fish, sesame, shellfish, soy, gluten

Gimpo (김포) lies just west of Seoul, where the Han River meets the sea. Most visitors know it only for its airport. It also has fishing ports, old military forts and quiet river scenery, all within an easy day trip of the capital.

What to see

Daemyeong Port (대명항) is a working fishing harbour with a seafood market and waterfront walks.
Gimpo Hamsang Park (김포함상공원) is a retired naval ship you can walk through, right by the port.
Munsusanseong (문수산성) is a hillside fortress wall with river views.
Deokpojin (덕포진) is a historic coastal fort site, with a small education museum nearby.
Jeonryuri Port (전류리포구) is a peaceful river port and the home of local fresh-fish restaurants.

Gimpo Hamsang Park, a retired warship beside Daemyeong Port.

What to eat

Jeonryuri Sarangho (전류리 사랑호) serves sashimi (₩₩₩). It is the hero of the video above.
Jukbyeon Mulhoe Makhoe (죽변물회막회) in Bukbyeon-dong is another sashimi house (₩₩₩).
Junghwa Yori Taehwagwan (중화요리태화관) is a Chinese-Korean restaurant (₩₩) in Bukbyeon-dong.
Odaltong Bunsik (오달통분식) is a snack bar (₩), open 11:00 to 18:30 and closed on Tuesdays.
Galbi Bonjil Premium (갈비본질프리미엄) serves fresh pork ribs (₩₩), 11:00 to 22:00.
Sojjak (소짝) in Janggi-dong serves grilled beef ribs, raw beef and mushroom rice (₩₩).

How to plan the day

Gimpo is spread out, so group the stops by area and use a taxi or car between them. The distances below are straight-line estimates, so allow extra time on the road.

Morning on the west coast. Daemyeong Port, Gimpo Hamsang Park and Deokpojin are within about 1 km of each other. See the boats and the warship, then walk over to the fort. None of the restaurants in this guide are here, so eat before you set out or browse the port's seafood market.
Lunch by the river. Head about 12 km north-east to Jeonryuri Port for sashimi at Jeonryuri Sarangho.
Dinner in town. Galbi Bonjil Premium and Sojjak in Janggi-dong are 5 to 6 km from Jeonryuri. Bukbyeon-dong, about 4 km further east, has the other sashimi house and the Chinese-Korean restaurant. Odaltong Bunsik closes at 18:30, so stop there earlier in the day.
Munsusanseong sits in the far north-west, about 10 km from Deokpojin and further from everything else. Swap it in for Deokpojin, or save it for another day.

Munsusanseong fortress on the hillside above the river.

Why come here

Gimpo feels different from Seoul. The air smells of the river and the sea, the pace is slower, and the food leans towards fresh fish and hearty grilled meat. It suits travellers who have already seen the big Seoul sights and want an easy, low-key day out with a local flavour. Weekdays are quieter than weekends.

Practical tips

Getting there: The Gimpo Goldline runs from Gimpo Airport Station, and buses from the Seoul side link the port. A taxi from a station to Daemyeong Port is the simplest option.
Fresh fish: Sashimi is best in cooler months. Check with staff about the day's catch.
Allergies: Sauces and broths may contain wheat and soy, snack bars use wheat and egg, and jjajang and other Chinese-Korean sauces contain wheat and soy.

Every restaurant below has a video on its EatHub page. They make it easy to choose between the fish houses and the snack bars.

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Jeonryuri Sarangho (전류리 사랑호) 김포시 · 한식 · 생선회 · ₩₩₩ Dip raw fish lightly in chojang or soy sauce. You can also wrap it in lettuce or perilla leaves. Mulhoe is eaten by pouring in cold broth and mixing. Take care with raw seafood if you are pregnant or immunocompromised. Watch on YouTube View on EatHub

Jukbyeonmulhoemakhoe (죽변물회막회) 김포시 · 한식 · 생선회 · ₩₩₩ Dip raw fish lightly in chojang or soy sauce. You can also wrap it in lettuce or perilla leaves. Mulhoe is eaten by pouring in cold broth and mixing. Take care with raw seafood if you are pregnant or immunocompromised. Watch on YouTube View on EatHub

Junghwayoritaehwagwan (중화요리태화관) 김포시 · 중식 · 중식당 · ₩₩ For Chinese-Korean noodle dishes, mix the sauce or broth well with the noodles before eating. Jjamppong or seafood dishes may contain shellfish, so check before ordering if you have allergies. Tangsuyuk can be dipped in sauce or served with sauce poured over it. Watch on YouTube View on EatHub

Odaltongbunsik (오달통분식) 김포시 · 한식 · 종합분식 · ₩ Korean bunsik is often enjoyed by pairing tteokbokki sauce with fried snacks or gimbap. Taste the sauce first because it can be spicy or sweet, and dip fried items briefly to keep them crisp. Fish cakes or fried items may contain wheat, egg, or soy-based ingredients. Watch on YouTube View on EatHub

Galbibonjilpeurimieom (갈비본질프리미엄) 김포시 · 한식 · 돼지생갈비 · ₩₩ Grilled or marinated pork is best eaten once it reaches your preferred doneness, before it becomes tough. If leafy wraps are served, wrap the meat with garlic and a small amount of ssamjang or sauce. Marinated dishes may include soy sauce, sesame oil, or sesame seeds. Watch on YouTube View on EatHub

Sojjak (소짝) 김포시 · 한식 · 소고기구이(짝갈비), 생고기, 버섯밥 · ₩₩ Grilled or marinated pork is best eaten once it reaches your preferred doneness, before it becomes tough. If leafy wraps are served, wrap the meat with garlic and a small amount of ssamjang or sauce. Marinated dishes may include soy sauce, sesame oil, or sesame seeds. Watch on YouTube View on EatHub

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