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Seogwipo Recreational Forest (서귀포자연휴양림)

12.3Km    2020-08-13

882, 1100-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-4544

Seogwipo Recreational Forest is Korea’s southernmost recreational park that serves as an excellent nature getaway by preserving the mountain’s forest environment and ecosystem while minimalizing manmade structures as much as possible. The park is located approximately 700 meters above sea level, and is 10 °C lower in average temperature compared to that of Seogwipo’s downtown, providing the ideal condition to enjoy forest bathing and camping from spring to fall. The park is easily accessible by car, thanks to the paved road from the mountain’s foothills all the way up to the park’s entrance. It takes about 30 minutes by car from Seogwipo’s downtown to the recreational park. The park is densely packed with trees and the air is filled with the refreshing forest scent, and even has a pebble walking trail suitable for a barefoot massage. The forest is equipped with amenities such as a mountain cottage, forest bathing site, campfire site, cooking area, and auto-camping site. Although the amenities serve to provide visitors’ convenience, they are minimized so as to prevent damage to the forest’s natural environment.

Jeju Glass Museum (제주유리박물관)

12.4Km    2022-11-30

1403, Jungsanganseo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-792-6262

Jeju Glass Museum (originally the Gimpo Glass Museum and SongHee Glass House), has been making a significant contribution to the advancement of Korean glass art over the past several years through constant research and innovation. The museum opened on March 1, 2008, and has state-of-the-art facilities including a glass art exhibition hall, studio with a kiln, glass-blowing room, and glass processing room. With an expansive area totaling 3,500 pyeong and a broad grass field for displaying artwork, it is a perfect place to study and learn. The museum also offers some programs for visitors to learn and gain a greater appreciation for glass art.

Geumneung Seokmulwon (Geumneung Rock Park) (금능석물원)

12.4Km    2024-12-10

Jeju is often referred to as Samda-do, which can be translated to “island of three abundances,” because it has many stones, wind, and women. Stones from Jeju are prohibited from being taken out of Jeju and only processed stones are exported. The most well-known processed stone production in Jeju is dol hareubang (“stone grandfather”). Geumneung Rock Park is a place where travelers who are tired of seeing the same-old dol hareubang can appreciate the essence of Jeju stones. It is a park created on a 33,058m² site by master craftsman Jang Gong-ik, who has been making dol hareubang for about 40 years, expressing aspects of Jeju life through stones. The park has a Buddhist-friendly atmosphere overall with statues of Buddha, which are all works of Jang Gong-ik, who has maintained this place for decades.

Biyangdo Island (비양도)

12.5Km    2023-01-18

146, Hallimhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-796-7522

Meaning “to fly over,” Biyangdo Island is the last-formed volcanic island in Jeju (1002). It remains in its original form as a parasitic volcano and it is located in the center of an uncontaminated area of the sea having abundant fishing grounds with varied fish species. The island has many natural formations, including Biyangbong Peak, featuring six mysterious peaks, two craters, and a rock formed like a mom carrying her baby on her back. The island has many walking paths to view these attractions and more.

Grabel Hotel - Jeju Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (그라벨호텔 제주점)

12.6Km    2024-04-16

1F, 7316, Iljuseo-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Dokkaebi Road (Mysterious Road) (도깨비 도로(신비의 도로))

12.7Km    2024-12-10

Dokkaebi Road is an amusing road that is also called the Jeju Mysterious Road. It earned its name due to the sensation it gives to the drivers when driving down this steep road. When driving this road, the driver and their passengers will feel like as if the car is moving upward instead of moving down the slope. This is actually an optical illusion, in which the surroundings trick the eye and make the road look like it is tilted in the opposite direction. This phenomenon, however, made Dokkaebi Road a popular tourist site. Various safety facilities are being added to prevent accidents from occurring, and a tourist park is expected to be built along the road in the near future. Drivers are advised to be careful and always look both ways when driving down Dokkaebi Road.
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Jeju901 (제주901)

12.7Km    2024-12-13

2977-10 1100-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-10-9469-9022

Jeju901 is an accommodation facility located at the foot of Hallasan Mountain. It gained popularity as a wellness tourist destination thanks to its proximity to nature. It consists of the Stay, a cozy accommodation space, and a vegan café serving healthy vegan foods. Guest rooms are equipped with a queen-sized bed and a bathroom, as well as a table and a small refrigerator in the living room area. The skylight near the head of the bed offers beautiful night sky views. You can feel the nature of Jeju through the large guest room window. Jeju901 operates various wellness programs, including yoga, meditation, and special 'healing' lectures, allowing participants to connect with themselves and take a break from their busy daily lives.

Jeju Love Land (제주러브랜드)

12.8Km    2024-11-27

2894-72 1100-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Jeju Love Land is a modern-themed park that creatively interprets sex through art. The entire park is a vast artistic space featuring a variety of works approached from perspectives of enjoyment and humor. At night, the park is beautifully illuminated with colorful and exotic lights, creating a mysterious ambiance. It's consistently popular among couples. Additionally, there are gift shops, cafés and restaurants available.

Jeju Museum of Art (제주도립미술관)

13.0Km    2024-03-26

2894-78, 1100-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-4300

Located halfway up Hallasan Mountain, Jeju Museum of Art is a provincial art museum distinguished by its unique concrete exterior, designed to resemble a block of concrete floating on water. The museum's outside garden provides a serene setting, allowing visitor to take leisurely strolls among the sculptures installed throughout. Here, visitors can simultaneously appreciate the beauty of the island’s landscapes and the museum's art collection. Additionally, the museum features a rooftop garden, which offers panoramic views of the majestic Hallasan Mountain.

Donsadon Main Store (돈사돈 본점)

13.1Km    2024-10-18

19 Upyeong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-746-8989

Opened in 2006, Donsadon specializes in grilled Jeju heukdwaeji (black pork) and has become so popular that visitors often line up to dine. The restaurant's signature dish is heuk dwaeji gui (grilled black pork). Another offering on the menu is kimchi jjigae. As staff members grill the meat at the table, patrons can enjoy their meals in an easy and comfortable setting. An interesting feature of Donsadon is its use of briquette fire instead of charcoal fire, which imbues the meat with a distinctive smoky scent.