Where Should I Go If I Visit Jeju?

The natural setting, diverse experiences, and abundant food. A Jeju vacation brings unending joy. Jeju is such a charming city that there may be those who have never been to it, but no one can ever visit it just once. We have compiled a list of the top attractions for those planning a trip to Jeju.

Jeju's landmark. Hallasan Mountain, which was designated as a national park in 1970, is Korea's highest mountain at 1,950 m above sea level. It was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2007 and has a 3km circumference and a depth of 115m. Different landscapes emerge every four seasons, so you'll never tire of visiting them.

Hallasan Mountain experiences severe weather changes. Let us be prepared in advance because it may rain unexpectedly after the weather has cleared. Furthermore, because temperatures vary greatly depending on altitude above sea level, it is recommended to dress in layers.

Visitors to the Seongpanak and Gwaneumsa courses must make reservations using the Hallasan Mountain Tour Reservation System. Reservations are available on the website beginning the first of the preceding month.

It's named 'Ilchulbong' because the sunrise is spectacular. It takes about 30 minutes to get to the top, which is 182 m above sea level. It is not a rough road, but the number of stairs and lack of shade make it difficult to climb in the summer. Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone is known for its early blooming of canola flowers in spring.

· You must arrive by 2:50 p.m. to climb to the summit. · Every year, on December 30 and 31, Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone holds a New Year's festival. The countdown will be accompanied by fireworks, as well as other events and performances.

Olle-gil, also known as the Olle Trail, is a hiking trail in Jeju that offers views of beaches, farms, forests, and villages. Olle Trail is a Jeju dialect that means narrow path. There are 26 courses spanning a total of 425 km. If this is your first time walking, I recommend Olle courses 6 and 7, which are relatively easy. You may encounter dirt roads, gravel roads, and so on, so wear comfortable shoes.

The "Jeju Olle Passport" allows you to stamp each course of the Olle Trail as you complete it. It contains not only stamp pages, but also traffic information, businesses that provide discounts, and so on. It can be purchased either online or at the Jeju Olle Tourist Center and Official Information Centre.

The name Seopjikoji is a combination of Seopji, which means narrow land in Jeju dialect, and Coji, which means cape. It is covered in red volcanic ash clay, and the strangely shaped rocks along the coast provide a spectacular view. Many people come to see the view of Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone, which is set against the backdrop of many strange rocks and stones from the opposite location. It rose to prominence in 2003 when it was used to film the drama 'All In'.

The waterfall means "a pond formed by the sky and earth." The stream that falls from a height of 22 m will make you feel refreshed and cool just by looking at it. The "giant mottled eel" (Natural Monument No. 27) lives in the pond where the waterfall falls, and the 'Elaeocarpus sylvestris' trees on the promenade make this location a "treasure house of Natural Monuments." There are numerous photo opportunities to bring your memories home, so it's worth a visit.

It opens till 10 p.m. If you want to see the falling waterfall with lighting, it is recommended to visit at night.

The island, which is 3.5 km off the coast of Jeju, was named Udo Island because it resembled a cow lying down. There are numerous attractions, including a red sandy beach with white sand reminiscent of the Mediterranean Sea, a Geommeolle Beach with black sand, and a Udo lighthouse from which you can see Udo Island at a glance. Furthermore, the fertile flat land promotes the growth of agricultural crops such as sweet potatoes, garlic, and peanuts. Udo peanuts, in particular, are savory, so you can eat them in a variety of ways, including peanut ice cream and peanut lattes.

Driving is prohibited on Udo Island in order to protect the environment. Instead, you can explore Udo Island by riding colorful electric trains and bicycles.

The term "Oreum" refers to a parasitic volcano located next to a larger volcano. In Jeju alone, there are over 360 Oreums, with names ranging from Ak to Bong and San. The summit takes about 10-30 minutes to reach, so anyone can climb it. Typical Oreums include Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone, which has a beautiful sunrise, Saebyeol Oreum, which hosts the annual wildfire festival, and Geomun Oreum, which is a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site.

Vertical joints are made of hexagonal columns as lava flows out and cools rapidly. It looks as if the stairs are stacked in layers. Jungmun Daepo Jusangjeollidae Cliff, the largest in Korea, stands 30-40 m tall and was designated as Jeju Natural Monument No. 443. Travelers continue to visit the Jusangjeolli Cliff to witness the breathtaking sight of waves colliding with the cliff.

Jeju's representative beach in the west of Jeju. Many visitors come here to see the emerald sea and sparkling white sand shells. It is especially popular among family travelers due to its gentle slope and shallow depth. The charm of this location is that you can visit Biyangdo Island, which is shaped like an elephant that swallowed a boa snake.

Walking from Hyeopjae Beach through the dense pine forest leads to Geumneung Beach, where you can snorkel.

Starting from Bijarim-ro, the 15-km forest road leads to Saryeoni Oreum. It's perfect for a walk because it's flat and gentle. The forest's undamaged nature reflects its name, which means "sacred forest." It supports a diverse range of trees, including cedar, Quercus serrata, and Korean hornbeam, as well as animals like badgers and weasels. In 2002, UNESCO designated Jeju as a Biosphere Reserve.

While walking, you will notice mushroom-shaped statues here and there. This is because shiitake mushrooms were previously grown on the Saryeoni Forest Path.

The shape resembles a dragon emerging from the sea. So it's called 'Yongduam Rock'. According to local legend, Yimugi, a massive and ancient mystical serpent, transformed into a dragon and attempted to ascend to heaven before being shot by an arrow from the god of Hallasan Mountain and hardening into stone. Yongduam Rock, made of black basalt, is also known for making wishes come true. It's a 12-minute drive from the airport, and it's a popular stop for many people before heading there. You can also eat fresh seafood collected by female divers, or Haenyo, near Yongduam.

If you walk about 200m east of Yongduam, you'll come across Yongyeon, also known as a dragon pond. Walking through the Yongyeon Cloud Bridge, you can see where the pond meets the sea.

The Tea Museum opened in 2001 to promote Korean traditional tea culture. A green teacup-shaped structure was constructed in the green Seogwang tea field. It was named one of the top ten museums in the world by the global design architecture website 'Design Boom'. The tea shop inside sells green tea-infused ice cream and baked goods.

Next to the O'sulloc Tea Museum is Innisfree Cosmetics' "Jeju House." Soap can be made directly from natural ingredients such as citrus and green tea grown on Jeju.

Camellia Hill is Asia's largest camellia arboretum. There are approximately 6,000 camellia trees of various varieties in 80 countries. In addition to camellia flowers, hydrangea can be enjoyed in the summer, and silver grass and pink muhly can be enjoyed in the fall. There are many adorable photo zones where you can take pictures with flowers. You can also unwind with a simple drink at the greenhouse botanical garden inside, so come here when you're tired.

Bijarim, Natural Monument No. 374, is home to over 2,800 Torreya nucifera trees. It is a large-scale forest that is unique in the world. Trees are known to emit a lot of phytoncide, making them ideal for forest bathing. In addition to the tree, it supports rare orchids such as Aerides japonicum, Vanda falcata, Bulbophyllum, Liparis nervos, and Thrixspermum japonicum. If you walk along the trail, you will come across a Torreya nucifera tree that is over 800 years old.

Bijarim provides A and B walking courses. Course B is a little rougher, so if you have strollers or children, we recommend Course A.

Soesokkak, in the Jeju dialect, means "the end of Hyodon Pond." It is a pool formed when lava flows down and hardens, where freshwater and seawater meet. The water is clear and deep, and the surrounding dense trees and strange rocks combine to create a breathtaking landscape. Here you can ride the Tewoo, Jeju's traditional log boat. It is also the location where Jeju Olle Trail Course 5-6 passes.

The Soesokkak festival is held every August. Visitors can enjoy free rides on Tewoo and other traditional ferryboats, as well as take part in various competitions and performances.