Geomunoreum Lava Tube [UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site] (거문오름 [유네스코 세계자연유산]) - Area information - Korea travel information

Geomunoreum Lava Tube [UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site] (거문오름 [유네스코 세계자연유산])

Geomunoreum Lava Tube [UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site] (거문오름 [유네스코 세계자연유산])

18.4Km    2024-03-13

Seonheul-ri, Jocheon-eup, and Deokcheon-ri, Gujwa-eup areas in Jeju
+82-64-710-8981

Geomunoreum Lava Tube stands out as one of the distinct oreum (the Jeju language term for parasitic cones) on Jeju Island, marked by its extensive network of around 20 lava tubes running through the volcanic structure. This site is not only a geological marvel but also a sanctuary for diverse biological species. Visitors begin their journey at the Jeju World Natural Heritage Center, from where a path leads directly to the Geomunoreum Lava Tube. It is important to note that prior reservations are required to visit. The significance of this location as a key geological feature was recognized when it was designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 2007. Additionally, an international trekking event is hosted annually to celebrate its global importance.

Jeju World Natural Heritage Center (제주 세계자연유산센터)

18.4Km    2021-05-31

569-36, Seongyo-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-1800-2002

The Jeju World Natural Heritage Center was established to acknowledge Jeju Island’s value as the sole UNESCO World Natural Heritage in Korea. It is comprised of various facilities including a 4D video room, lava tunnel experience, origins of Jeju-do, and many other activities that visitors can experience first-hand. Jeju World Natural Heritage Center is located in the Geomunoreum Lava Tube System, which was designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage in 2007, one of the 20 ecological tourism spots selected by the Ministry of Environment of Korea in 2009, as well as a Korean-style ecological tourism model.

* Opening date: September 4, 2012

Aewolian (애월리안)

Aewolian (애월리안)

18.4Km    2021-09-06

4, Aewon-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-799-5535

A seafood specialty restaurant located in Jeju-si, Jeju-do. The most famous menu is grilled assorted seafood. The chef is from the hotel.

Saryeoni Forest Trail (사려니숲길)

18.5Km    2024-10-17

Entrance of Bulgeun Oreum, Gasi-ri, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-900-8800

Saryeoni Forest Trail cuts through the dense Japanese cedar forest growing between Mulchat Oreum and Saryeoni Oreum, starting from the entrance on Regional Road 1112. While the vast majority of the trees growing here are Japanese cedar, visitors can also see Japanese oak, birch, snowbell trees, and cypress trees along this 550-meter-long trail. The forest trail is known as one of Jeju's top 31 hidden attractions, and is well-known as being very protected. It is very popular among tourists who enjoy hiking and the outdoors.

Baengnokdam Lake (한라산 백록담)

Baengnokdam Lake (한라산 백록담)

18.5Km    2022-07-13

Topyeong-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jejudo
+82-64-713-9950

Baengnokdam is a crater lake that sits on top of Hallasan Mountain at the center of Jeju Island. It spans 3 kilometers in circumference and 500 meters in diameter, and is surrounded by approximately 360 parasitic cones. At the peak, visitors can feel like floating on clouds.

Bengdwigul Cave [UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site] (제주 선흘리 벵뒤굴 [유네스코 세계자연유산])

18.7Km    2022-12-27

Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-1600-0064

With a total length of 4,481 meters, Bengdwigul Cave is shaped like a maze and has one of the most complex lava tube structures in the world. For geologists, this cave is invaluable since it demonstrates how lava continuously flowed over the surface of the ground and the complex route it took to eventually form a tube deep underground. Created particularly close to the earth’s surface, this cave has a number of entrance holes to the tunnel. Inside, the complex structure of the cave unfolds in the form of double-tiered or triple-tiered rooms. A range of lava formations such as lava columns and lava bridges have developed inside this mystical tube.

* The UNESCO World Heritage designated Geomunoreum Lava Tube System of Bengdwigul, Manjanggul Cave, Gimnyeonggul, Yongcheondonggul and Dangcheomuldonggul Caves.

Geumsan Park (Nabeup Subtropical Forest Zone) (금산공원 (납읍난대림지대))

Geumsan Park (Nabeup Subtropical Forest Zone) (금산공원 (납읍난대림지대))

18.8Km    2022-12-29

Nabeup-ri, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Geumsan Park is a dense evergreen forest near a village in Aeweol-eup, Jeju-si. The forest is the sole evergreen forest remaining in the flatlands of western Jeju, and is home to tall evergreens and 60 species of subtropical plants. The forest is preserved and protected as a Natural Monument and a natural resource for academic research. Collecting plants and hunting in the forest are strictly prohibited.

Space Zero (스페이스제로)

Space Zero (스페이스제로)

18.9Km    2024-02-20

880-24 Cheondeok-ro, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Space Zero, situated on the 3rd floor of 9.81 Park, is a café designed for relaxation, as its name implies. Adhering to a one-person-one-drink policy, it offers amenities such as the use of iPads and Nintendo for guests' entertainment. The café's spacious interior is adorned with hanging chairs and beanbags, creating a perfect environment for visitors to either enjoy the view outside the window or unwind in tranquility. The menu includes unique beverages like Space Oddity and citrus ales, as well as aromatic espresso, catering to a variety of tastes.

9.81 Park (9.81 파크)

19.0Km    2024-11-15

880-24, Cheondeok-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

9.81 Park is the nation's first-ever non-motorized racing theme park that offers a chance to experience various activities including Gravity Racing. As an eco-friendly racing theme park located in Aewol, Jeju Island 9.81 Park allows speed-racing with the help of gravity. Here, visitors can enjoy downhill racing only at the speed of gravity (9.81 ㎨) while looking out at the Jeju sea as well as relaxing uphill racing by automatic operation while facing Hallasan Mountain.

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This is the place where Chang-jin and Da-hye enjoyed a thrilling date with survival games and sports. While motorless racing is the main attraction, there are also several indoor games, including the laser tag match that the couple played.

Starry Night Jeju[Korea Quality] / 스테리나잇 제주[한국관광 품질인증]

Starry Night Jeju[Korea Quality] / 스테리나잇 제주[한국관광 품질인증]

19.1Km    2023-06-10

37 , Aewol-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-10-2419-0578

Located in Aewol, Jeju Island, Starry Night offers sea views from all rooms overlooking Handam Beach. There are restaurants and convenience stores on the first floor, and there are rooms on the second and third floors. There are nine guest rooms divided into Basic rooms for two people, Classic rooms for two to four people, and Suite rooms for four to eight people. All rooms are equipped with a kitchen. The view of Jeju's blue sea through the window wall is the greatest charm of this place. Nearby tourist attractions include Gwakji Gwamul Beach and Aewol Cafe Street.