Baedari Secondhand Bookstore Street

A Time Trip with Your Child: Baedari Secondhand Bookstore Street in Incheon

What Is Baedari Secondhand Bookstore Street?

Baedari Secondhand Bookstore Street is a historic alley of used bookstores located around 18-10 Geumgok-ro, Dong-gu, Incheon. It formed naturally as used bookstores began opening one by one after the Korean War. At its peak, around 40 bookstores gathered here, while six bookstores now continue the tradition. More than a simple bookstore alley, this is a place where Incheon's old charm and the everyday lives of local people still come alive.

Highlights and Things to Do

• Murals and Artworks
  At the entrance of the alley, murals depicting the old appearances and daily lives of Baedari residents unfold before you. It is a lovely place to take photos with your child, stroll slowly through the alley, and share stories together.

• Exploring Old Used Bookstores
  Bookstores with distinct personalities, including Abel Bookstore, Hanmi Bookstore, Nabiya Nalda Bookstore, Jiphyeonjeon, and Samsung Seorim, are nestled closely together. Filled with many kinds of books, from old Korean literature books to storybooks, comic books, art, music, and traditional Korean medicine titles, they let you and your child choose used books as if you were on a treasure hunt.

• Cultural Events and Activities
  Small poetry readings, book concerts, and hands-on programs are sometimes held throughout the alley, offering special opportunities to experience books and culture.

• Atmospheric Cafes and Galleries
  Beyond the bookstores, you will find a variety of arts and cultural spaces, including book cafes created from renovated old buildings, a cafe using a shared laundry site, and small galleries. You can enjoy both relaxation and activities here.

• Unique Mascots and Photo Spots
  Unique artworks, including robot sculptures created by Space Beam, a public art community established on the site of a 1920s brewery, are also popular with children.

Why It Is Great to Visit with Children

• An opportunity to learn about the value of books and enjoy an analog atmosphere
• A chance to turn the pages of old, worn books with parents and share stories across generations
• Inspiration for creativity and imagination through diverse activities and arts and cultural spaces
• Small joys found while strolling through quiet alleys

Getting There and Facilities

• About a 10-minute walk from Dongincheon Station or Dowon Station on Subway Line 1
• If taking a bus, you can also get off at Incheon Information Science High School or Baedari Samgeori Bus Stop

Good to Know

• The spaces between the used bookstores include roadways with a fair amount of vehicle traffic, so please be careful.
• It is famous as a filming location for the dramas "Goblin" and "Extreme Job." The bookstore where the main character stood is in front of Hanmi Bookstore. It is fun to look for photo spots as you walk around.
• Some stores sell children's books.
• The Baedari Book Love One-Day Currency Festival was held from September 9 to October 15, 2023.
• Cultural events and book-related festivals may be held irregularly throughout the year.
• Photography inside some buildings may be restricted, so please keep this in mind.
• Some bookstores prohibit photography, so it is best to check first before taking pictures.

Closing Note

Baedari Secondhand Bookstore Street is more than just a bookstore alley. It is a precious time-travel destination where you and your child can experience the old charm of Incheon and encounter books, art, and many stories. Take home memories alongside an old book.

Additional Information

• It is close to Exit 1 of Dongincheon Station, and city buses can drop you right by the used bookstore street, making it easy to visit by public transportation.
• Also called Baedari History and Culture Village, it is great to explore together with Yeoin-suk Street, Baedari Match Village Museum, Incheon Brewery, Immersive Content Tam, and Sinpo International Market.
• A short distance away are Chinatown, Incheon Open Port Area, and Songwol Fairy Tale Village.

Fees and Programs

• Admission: Free

"Unsupported facilities: high chairs, nursing rooms, diaper changing stations, stroller rentals, parking, reservations"