Jeju Island (also known as the Hawaii of Korea) is a popular travel destination for locals and other travelers from all over the world. While I can’t honestly say it was actually as good as Hawaii (Hawaii’s my favorite!), it was definitely a nice escape from the city life in Seoul. This is everything you need to know for your trip to Jeju Island in South Korea – how to get there, all of the best places to see, things to do, where to stay, and other Jeju Island travel tips!
About Jeju Island
Jeju Island, a volcanic island, is one of the most popular honeymoon destinations in Korea. It is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and was recently named one of the new ‘Seven Wonders of Nature’. Jeju Island is well known for it’s beach resorts, multiple stunning waterfalls, Hallasan Mountain (a dormant volcano and South Korea’s tallest mountain!), and some of the most impressive temples in all of Asia.
The locals on Jeju Island are very friendly and help make your vacation here enjoyable. It’s by far one of the most memorable places I’ve visited while living in Korea. I’ve seen and heard many people say that none of the locals on Jeju speak English but that’s just not true. Almost every attraction and restaurant/cafe that I visited had multiple people who spoke English, even if it was just the basics. You’ll definitely have no real problem with language barriers here.
If you’re just looking for a fun and easy escape while in South Korea, this is the perfect island to visit! Whether you’re in need of a romantic weekend away or planning your next family vacation, Jeju has something for everybody to enjoy.
Getting to Jeju Island
By Airplane:
You can fly to Jeju Island from Seoul, Busan, or one of the smaller airports like in Cheongju. Most flights to Jeju will take just over an hour. Flights are usually fairly cheap (I was able to fly to Jeju for just $7!) and can easily be booked online. Keep in mind that all flights from Seoul to Jeju Island will depart from Gimpo airport, not Incheon (the main airport).
By Ferry:
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If you’re heading to Jeju Island from Busan, there are only three ferry services per week and it is a very long ferry ride (about 12 hours). Prices for the ferries are often pretty comparable to flights to Jeju Island, sometimes even more expensive. In my opinion, the best place to take a ferry to Jeju Island is from Busan or Wando Island.
Transportation on Jeju Island
Car / Motorbike Rental:
A car rental is by far the most convenient way to get around Jeju Island. There are plenty of options for rental companies should you choose to do this but you must have your Korean drivers license or IDP (International Driver’s Permit). If you are in Korea with your own car, you can take your car with you to Jeju Island via the ferry (just keep in mind that not all ferries provide this service).
Personal Driver:
Yes, it’s actually possible to hire your own personal driver for the day! It’s definitely expensive and while it might be convenient it’s also a bit limiting as they will only drive you around until a certain time each night.
Public Transportation:
The public transportation system on Jeju Island is definitely not as great as you’ll find in cities like Seoul or Busan. However, the bus routes cover most of the island including all of the main touristy spots so it’s still very easily doable. If you’re limited on time, this might not be the best option as it definitely takes much longer getting from one place to the next. I often found myself waiting 30+ minutes just for the bus to arrive at the stop!
Taxi:
You’ll have no problem finding a taxi anywhere on the island. It’s definitely a convenient way of getting around but far from cheap. Jeju is a much bigger island than many people realize so taxi costs can add up quick! However, if you’re wanting to save some time and avoid taking the bus everywhere, a taxi could be more than worth it.
Things to Do on Jeju Island
Jeju Stone Park
Jeju Stone Park showcases stonework of all kinds in an indoor museum as well as many large outdoor displays. The main theme of the park is based on the legend of Jeju Island’s mythological grandmother, Seolmundae Halmang. This park is the perfect place to visit if you’re a fan of mythology and learning about the history of the island!
One of the most famous features of Jeju is all of the stone men you’ll see around the island. These stone statues are called ‘dolharubang’, which translates to ‘stone grandfather’. They are believed by locals to offer fertility and protection from demons. You’ll often see them outside of gates and doorways for this reason!
Address: 2023 Namjo-ro, Jochon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 6PM (Closed on the first Monday of every month).
Admission: 5,000 KRW with discounts for groups and children.
Gimnyeong Maze Park
Gimnyeong Maze Park is a fun spot to visit whether you’re traveling solo, as a couple, or with kids! Once you purchase your ticket you’ll be given a map of the maze. Use this map to try and find your way to the center platform where you’ll find a large bell. If you make it all the way through the maze and ring the bell at the end, you get a free prize; I got a really cute postcard for free!
Address: 122 Manjanggul-gil, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 6PM.
Admission: 5,500 KRW with discounts for children and the elderly.
Manjanggul Cave / Lava Tube
The Manjanggul Cave is a massive lava tube that was formed hundreds of thousands of years ago. It’s actually over a kilometer long and it takes a while to walk the entire cave and back. It can get pretty cold inside the cave and water is constantly dripping from the top, so it’s a good idea to bring a light jacket with you – even in the summer!
Address: 182 Manjanggul-gil, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 5:30PM (Closed on the first Wednesday of every month).
Admission: 4,000 KRW with discounts available for children and groups.
Jeju Folk Village
Jeju Folk Village was a fun spot with a good mix of traditional and modern Korean attractions. Most of the park was filled with traditional Korean huts like in the photo above, but there were also fun things like Instagram photo spots complete with props and even a cool garden maze!
Address: 631 Minsokhaean-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 8:30AM – 6PM.
Admission: 11,000 KRW. Each ticket comes with a brochure and a map of the park.
Seongsan Ilchulbang Peak (Sunrise Peak)
Seongsan Ilchulbang Peak is by far one of the most beautiful spots on Jeju Island. I wasn’t able to make it for sunrise (or sunset) but it was gorgeous during the day; I can only imagine how pretty it would be with a sunrise or sunset in the background!
There are two ways to visit Sunrise Peak; you can take the trail to the left of the entrance for free, or you can pay 5,000 KRW to hike the trail to the right. If you hike the trail to the right, it’s estimated to be about a 50 minute hike (round trip) and will take you all the way to the tip of the peak. If you walk the trail to the left you can either walk down to the black sand beach and watch the divers or just walk out to a great viewpoint of the peak.
Address: 284 Ilchul-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 7:30AM – 7:30PM.
Admission: 5,000 KRW with discounts for groups and children. Free for the trail to the left.
Hike Mount Hallasan
Mount Hallasan, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is the tallest mountain in all of Korea. It’s located right in the center of the island and rises 1,950 meters above sea level. Mount Hallasan, also called Halla Mountain, is by far one of the most popular spots on Jeju Island.
Mount Hallasan is a completely free attraction and has hiking trails of all different levels of difficulty making it a great hike for anyone. Whether you choose to hike all the way to the top or just take one of the shorter trails, you’ll be rewarded with gorgeous views all along the way. One of the most popular ways to hike the mountain is to go up the Seongpanak Trail and back down the Gwaneumsa Trail.
Jusangjeolli Cliffs
The hexagonal pillars of Jusangjeolli Cliffs may look man-made but they were actually formed from lava that spilled from Mount Hallasan when it erupted. The observatory platform, 20 meters above the ocean, makes for a perfect spot to watch the sunset and marvel at these unique rock pillars.
Address: Jungmun-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – sunset, daily.
Admission: 2,000 KRW.
Yakcheonsa Temple
Yakcheonsa Temple is home to the largest Buddhist prayer hall and main temple in all of Asia and provides an amazing view of the coast. I’ll be honest, pictures do this place no justice. It looks so amazing in person, it’s definitely one you have to see for yourself!
Admission to the temple is free but you can also take part in a temple stay here should you choose to do so. There are gift shops located inside the temple, a large free parking lot at the entrance, and even a small convenience store. There is a bus stop right outside the entrance so this temple is easily accessible if you’ll be taking public transportation.
Address: 293 Ieodo-ro, Daepo-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 7AM – 6PM.
Admission: Free.
Lee Jung Seop Street
Lee Joong-seop was an artist known for creating some of the greatest paintings in the history of modern Korean art. The street is now named after him and is home to his art gallery. Lee Jung Seop Street is full of cute, colorful cafes and unique shops. You’ll often see markets, festivals, and even concerts taking place here!
Walk the Olle Trails
The Olle Trails are actually a system of 26 different hiking paths (21 main courses and 5 sub-courses) that go all the way around the entire island. And yes, you can walk them all! This adds up to a total of 422 kilometers so it would obviously take a while to hike them all, but many people make it their mission to complete every trail! Each trail features different popular attractions along the way making it a great and unique way to see the island.
The trails are all broken up into different sections so you can choose which ones you do or don’t want to hike. The trails are easy to follow and range in difficulty from super easy to very difficult. You can pick up an ‘Olle Trail Passport’ at any one of the information centers on the island; this passport allows you to collect stamps along the way to keep track of which trails you’ve completed.
For more info on the Olle Trails, click here or here.
Jungmun Tourist Complex / Resort Area
The Jungmun Tourist Area is one of my favorite spots on the whole island. It’s not just one thing, it’s a whole area full of different attractions. You could easily spend an entire day of your trip just exploring all of the different museums and attractions in this area. These are some of the best spots that you’ll find here!
Yeomiji Botanical Garden
Yeomiji has a large indoor garden as well as the outdoor gardens. The indoor garden is a 3-acre glass greenhouse that has an observation tower right in the center, various floral and plant exhibitions, a ‘Mystery Garden’, aquatic gardens, cactus gardens, jungle gardens, and even a tropical fruits garden.
The outdoor gardens are spread over 24 acres and consist of multiple different themed gardens including Japanese gardens, Korean gardens, and even a French lawn and gardens. You could easily spend an hour or two exploring all of the different gardens – it’s the perfect spot to spend a spring afternoon!
Address: 93 Jungmungwangwang-ro, Saekdal-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 6PM.
Admission: 9,000 KRW with discounts for children and the elderly.
Chocolate Land
Chocolate Land is basically a small museum about chocolate. Not the most exciting attraction, perhaps, but still worth checking out – especially if you plan to attend one of the chocolate making classes! There are a few “paintings” in the museum which are made entirely of chocolate, and even a display with kimchi chocolate!
Address: 2864 Saekdal-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 10AM – 6PM, last entry is at 5:30PM.
Admission: 3,000 KRW for general admission to the museum, an added fee if you plan to take one of the chocolate making classes.
Seonimgyo Bridge / Cheonjeyeon Waterfall
Cheonjeyeon might be my favorite waterfall on all of Jeju (more on that below) but the real star here is Seonimgyo Bridge! The bridge features seven white nymphs on each side (each playing their own musical instrument), and these nymphs represent a Korean legend about seven nymphs descending from heaven each night.
From atop the bridge you can see part of Cheonjeyeon Falls as well as gorgeous views over the park. There is a small cutout before you reach the bridge which makes the perfect spot for photos! This was by far one of my favorite attractions on the island.
Address: 2232 Jungmun-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 7PM.
Admission: 2,500 KRW.
Teddy Bear Museum
The Teddy Bear Museum is a fun spot to visit especially with kids. There are multiple different teddy bear exhibits in the museum and each exhibit has its own theme. One of the best exhibits would have to be the one with many famous historical sculptures and works of art (ex: The Angelus painting, statue of David) reimagined with teddy bear heads – it makes for a good laugh!
Address: 2889 Saekdal-dong Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 7PM daily, 9AM – 9PM in the summer.
Admission: 10,000 KRW for adults, 8,000 KRW for children.
Jungmun Beach
I won’t lie, I wasn’t too impressed with Jungmun Beach. It was the first beach that I visited on Jeju and after hearing so many people compare Jeju Island to Hawaii, I guess I just expected a bit more! But, if you’re just looking to get your toes in the sand, this is a great spot to go after visiting everything else in the Jungmun Resort Area.
Ripley’s Believe it Or Not
After living in the USA and visiting many of the beaches there, I feel like no beach town is really complete without a Ripley’s Believe it Or Not Museum, and Jeju is no exception! The museum consists of multiple different galleries with unique themes, a cafe, an outdoor park, and a souvenir shop. Ripley’s is the perfect way to spend an entertaining afternoon!
Address: 2864 Saekdal-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 7PM.
Admission: 12,000 KRW with discounts for children and the elderly.
Camellia Hill
Camellia Hill is a gorgeous botanical garden. It’s so pretty that you’ll often see couples dressed up taking photos all throughout the gardens – even their wedding pictures! If you’re lucky enough to visit in the summer you’ll find the whole garden filled with beautiful blue flowers.
Address: 166 Byeongang-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 8:30AM – 6PM.
Admission: 8,000 KRW with discounts for children.
Check Out The Fun Cafes
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Jeju Island is home to some of my favorite cafes in all of South Korea. And, there are tons to choose from! I honestly could have spent days just checking out all of the great cafes. Of course, in typical Korean fashion, the cafes have tons of fun and unique themes like the Hello Kitty cafe!
Soingook Miniature Theme Park
The Soingook Miniature Theme Park has tiny replicas of some of the most famous monuments in the world! Most of them are built to 1/25th of their actual size which makes for an incredible park full of monuments that you may never get a chance to see otherwise!
Address: 1878 Jungsanganseo-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 8:30AM – 6PM.
Admission: 9,000 KRW for adults, discounts for children and elderly
Geumgeung Stone Hareubang Park
The Geumgeung Stone Park is a small but unique park filled with all kinds of fun stone statues created over the years. The stones are set up in different sections that each depict different traditional Korean lifestyles. Some are religious, some are very traditional, and some are just really funny! At the entrance of the park you’ll find a couple of different cafes as well as a small gift shop where you can purchase some local handmade souvenirs.
Address: 181 Hallim-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 6PM.
Admission: 4,000 KRW.
O’Sulloc Tea Museum
While the O’Sulloc tea fields are not quite as grand as the ones at the Boseong Green Tea Plantation, they’re definitely still worth visiting! Entry is free and there are tons of cute photo ops as well as a rooftop observatory which provides a great view of all the tea fields from above. Don’t forget to try the Mount Halla cake at the Innisfree Cafe while you’re here!
Address: 15 Sinhwayeoksa-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 7PM.
Admission: Free.
Hallim Park
Hallim Park is one of the most popular botanical gardens on Jeju Island. One of my favorite things about Hallim Park was that it actually has caves that you can walk through in addition to the unique gardens and exhibits. You’ll also find a folk village here as well as an outdoor children’s amusement park. It’s a must-see for families and it’s located right by the beach!
Address: 300 Hallim-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 8:30AM – 5:30PM.
Admission: 12,000 KRW for adults, discounts available for children and senior citizens
Jeju Glass Castle
Jeju Glass Castle is one of the most unique attractions on the island. There is an outdoor garden as well as many beautiful indoor exhibits and everything is made of glass. It’s definitely a sight to see! Should you choose to do so, you can even experience making your own glass masterpiece for an extra fee.
Address: 462 Nokchabunjae-ro, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – 7PM.
Admission: 11,000 KRW for adults, discounts available for kids and seniors
Love Land
It wouldn’t truly be Korea if it didn’t include something as weirdly unique as Love Land, the purely sex-themed park. This one is definitely not kid friendly but it’s a fun spot for couples to go and have a good laugh! If you’re feeling extra naughty, head to the gift shop for some sexy souvenirs!
Address: 2894 Cheonbaek-ro, Yeon-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do.
Hours: 9AM – Midnight.
Admission: 12,000 KRW.
Day Trip to Udo Island
Udo Island, or “cow island”, is great day trip from Jeju. It’s a much smaller island off the east coast of Jeju that’s easily accessible by ferry. If I’m being totally honest, I loved Udo Island way more than I did Jeju. It was way more relaxed, the locals were some of the friendliest people I’ve ever met, and the whole island was gorgeous.
Other Things to Do on Jeju Island
- Bangdupo Lighthouse
- Alive Museum
- Daheeyeon Cave Tea House & Zipline
- Jeju Mini Land
- Eco Land Theme Park
- Spirited Garden
- Chilsimni Food Street
- Jeju Waterworld
- Kim Kyung Suk Sunflower Farm
- Sangumburi Crater
- Mystery Maze Virtual Tour
- Aewol Coastal Walk
- Jeju 5-Day Market
- Museum of African Art
- Seongeup Folk Village
- Mysterious Road
Chasing Waterfalls on Jeju Island
Cheonjiyeon Falls
Cheonjiyeon Falls is located inside of a small but gorgeous park. The falls themselves are pretty impressive but the park is worth spending some time exploring as well.
Eongtto Falls
Unfortunately, I wasn’t lucky enough to catch Eongtto Falls in action; the waterfall only makes an appearance after a certain amount of rain, and even though it was rainy during my trip, it wasn’t rainy enough for the falls to appear! Depending on what the weather is like when you go, Eongtto Falls can either be stunning or completely disappointing. However, the short hike to the falls is full of beautiful scenery (and not crowded at all!) so you can still easily make the best of your trip there whether you see the falls or not.
Cheonjeyeon Falls
Not to be confused with Cheonjiyeon Falls mentioned above, Cheonjeyeon actually consists of three separate waterfalls. There are walkways through the park that take you from one waterfall to the next. The first waterfall was the least impressive but the other two made it more than worth the long walk up and down all of the wooden stairs.
Jeongbang Falls
Jeongbang Falls is the only waterfall in Korea that actually falls directly into the ocean. It’s one of my favorite waterfalls on the island! You can walk down the steps and over the rocks for a view right beside the falls or you can view them from above at one of the many viewing platforms along the way. The steep cliffs beside the ocean and the many tall pine trees surrounding the falls create a picture-perfect backdrop for photos.
Near the entrance of Jeongbang Falls, you’ll find multiple vendors selling street foods, ice cream, and other souvenirs. There is also a small park just outside the waterfall entrance that has a small stream and traditional Korean pagoda which makes for great photos. Don’t forget to check it out on your way to the falls!
Jeju Island Beaches
As I said earlier, Jeju Island is known as the “Hawaii of Korea”. However, if you come to Jeju expecting the beaches to be anything like Hawaii’s.. you’ll be extremely disappointed. I know I was! Don’t get me wrong, there are nice beaches here but nowhere near as stunning as the white sandy beaches of Hawaii. With that said, these are some of the most popular beaches on Jeju Island!
Geumneung Beach
Geumneung Beach is a great beach for families! It has smaller waves and shallow waters making it perfect for younger children. Most families seemed to favor this beach over the others. It’s also a great spot to go and watch the sunset!
Hyeopjae Beach
Right up the road from Geumneung Beach is Hyeopjae Beach. I heard from many people that Hyeopjae was the best beach on the island but I have to say.. I disagree. It’s in a cute little beach town area and there are great shops and restaurants nearby but the beach itself was nothing special. It’s definitely much more popular and crowded than Geumneung Beach!
Jungmun Beach
Jungmun Beach is a really small beach located in the Jungmun Resort Area. It didn’t have soft, white sands but it definitely had the beach town vibe! It’s surrounded by tons of great shops and other attractions and it seemed to be a pretty popular spot for people trying to surf!
Gwakji Beach
Gwakji was actually probably the nicest beach on all of Jeju. There is a free parking lot at the entrance, it’s surrounded by some of my favorite cafes on the island, and it had soft, white sands!
Where to Stay on Jeju Island
Jeju Island is actually much larger than you may realize and there are tons of different options for accommodations. I would suggest mapping out all of the sights that you want to see and staying somewhere easily accessible to those sights. While there are hotels in all areas of the island, there are two main cities on Jeju where you’ll find some of the best hotels: Jeju City and Seogwipo.
Jeju City
This is where you’ll likely arrive into Jeju as the airport and most of the ferry ports are located here. It’s not very close to a lot of main attractions so staying here can be a pain if you plan on using public transportation. The city itself doesn’t have all that much to see but it’s worth staying here if you plan on doing any of the following:
- Flying into Jeju late at night or flying out of Jeju on an early morning flight
- Only visiting Jeju to hike Mount Hallasan (it’s an easy bus ride from Jeju City)
- Shopping and visiting some of the top restaurants
- Leaving or arriving via ferry
- Renting a car / not using public transportation
View Tower Resort
The View Tower offers great rooms with private balconies right in the center of Jeju City. It’s close to the traditional market as well as beaches and tons of shopping, and it’s only a few miles away from the airport.
For more info or to book a room, click here.
Jeju Noblesse Hotel
The Jeju Noblesse Hotel is less than $50/night and has a buffet Korean breakfast every morning, is less than a mile from Jeju Airport, and even provides a complimentary airport pickup service. The rooms are simple but nice and the hotel is in a great location!
For more info or to book a room, click here.
Maison Glad Jeju
Maison Glad Jeju has spacious rooms as well as a pool and spa. The hotel offers a buffet breakfast every morning and is located less than two miles from the airport. At just over $100/night, it’s not the cheapest option but this one is definitely worth it!
For more info or to book a room, click here.
Seogwipo City
Seogwipo is close to most of the main attractions on Jeju and has a ton of hotels with great ocean views. The fact that it’s so close to the main attractions makes using public transportation so much easier. Stay in Seogwipo if you plan on doing any of the following:
- Visiting Jeju Island’s main waterfalls
- Hiking the Yeongsil Trail at Mount Hallasan
- Eating at trendy cafes and restaurants / shopping
- Seeing the botanical gardens and tea fields
Pino Hotel
The Pino Hotel is located right in the center of Seogwipo City! It’s situated close to tons of the main attractions on the island, it has large rooms with a balcony, free parking, and all of the amenities you could possibly need for your stay.
For more info or to book a room, click here.
Artstay Seogwipo Harbor
Artstay Seogwipo Harbor was honestly in the perfect location. So many attractions, cafes, and restaurants were walking distance from the hotel and the rooms were extremely clean with great ocean views!
For more info or to book a room, click here.
Ocean Palace Hotel
The Ocean Palace Hotel has some of the nicest rooms I’ve seen in all of Korea and for less than $50/night! This hotel provides amazing views of the ocean or Halla Mountain and even has a cafe and small market on site!
For more info or to book a room, click here.
Best Time to Visit Jeju Island
Spring | The absolute best time of year to visit Jeju Island would definitely have to be spring. The weather is (typically) perfect and the whole island is covered with some of the most gorgeous spring flowers. It’s a popular time for tourists on Jeju Island so it can get a bit crowded but the beauty of spring in Jeju is hard to beat.
Summer | Summers on Jeju Island can be unbearably hot and humid. If you plan on spending your days on the beach or at one of the resorts, then this won’t be much of a problem; if you plan on doing a lot of hiking, it can be pretty miserable. Summer is also monsoon season in Korea so keep it mind that it can tend to be quite rainy for long periods of time.
Fall | Fall is the perfect time to visit if you plan on doing a lot of hiking. The weather has cooled down quite a bit and the mountains will be bright and filled with color from all of the beautiful fall foliage.
Winter | Believe it or not, Jeju Island is actually a pretty popular winter travel destination in Korea. It doesn’t get quite as cold as the rest of the country but it still makes for a gorgeous snow-covered Mount Hallasan and cheaper prices which is always a plus.
4-Day Jeju Island Travel Itinerary
Day 1:
- Check out the O’Sulloc Tea Museum and tea fields
- Enjoy the scenery and beautiful flowers at Camellia Hill and Hallim Park
- Spend some time on Jeju’s beaches
- Do some cafe hopping and find your new favorite cafe
- Marvel at the many waterfalls
Day 2:
- See famous monuments from around the world at Soingook Miniature Theme Park
- Be amazed by the art at Jeju Glass Castle
- Enjoy a sexy stroll through Jeju’s Love Land
- Learn some history behind the famous stone men at Jeju Stone Park
- Check out some gorgeous art on Lee Jung Seop Street
Day 3:
- Watch the sunrise at the Jusangjeolli Cliffs
- Explore Yakcheonsa Temple, one of the largest in Asia
- Check out the many attractions in the Jungmun Tourist Complex
- Immerse yourself in the history and culture at Jeju Folk Village
- Get lost in the mazes at Gimnyeong Maze Park
Day 4:
- Day trip to Udo Island
- Walk Olle Trail #1
- Explore the caves by Geommeolle Beach
- Try some peanut ice cream at Jimmy’s
- Take the ferry back to Jeju Island
- Watch the sunset at Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak
Jeju Island Travel Tips
- Try some of the local foods. Korean street foods are the best! Some must-try’s on the island are Jeju black pork, peanut ice cream, Jeju green tea, and hallabong (tangerine) smoothies!
- Spend at least 3-4 days here, though I would recommend a week. It’s a pretty big island and you definitely need at least a few days to see just the main attractions. Don’t forget to leave yourself some time to relax on the beaches!
- Rent. A. Car! Trust me on this one – public transportation may be available on Jeju Island but it’s definitely not the quickest (or easiest!) way to get around. Renting a car will allow you to spend more time at the attractions than you do on the bus!
- Download the Visit Jeju app. It provides tons of valuable information for your trip including info about top tourist attractions, emergency services, and sample travel itineraries!
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