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Seogwipo Penguin Swimming Festival (서귀포 겨울바다펭귄수영대회)

Seogwipo Penguin Swimming Festival (서귀포 겨울바다펭귄수영대회)

2.5 Km    13601     2019-12-06

3039, Saekdal-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-64-739-7201

Seogwipo-si is home to warm winter at the southernmost point of Jeju Island and holds the Seogwipo Penguin Swimming Festival to welcome each new year.

The festival aims to ring in the new year through boot camp activities making it an unusual festival that people really enjoy.

Jungmun Beach, one of the most popular beaches on Jeju Island, is the festival venue and there will be various programs and exciting activities.

Grand Josun Jeju (그랜드 조선 제주)

Grand Josun Jeju (그랜드 조선 제주)

2.6 Km    0     2022-06-08

60 , Jungmungwangwang-ro 72beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Grand Josun Jeju is located in Jeju Jungmun Resort near Jeju's representative attractions. The large guest rooms are perfect for spending a relaxing day. In particular, Grand Josun Hill Suite is completely private and perfect for couples on their honeymoon. Facilties include six restaurants, a bar, four season pool, fitness center, spa, kids' club and more.

The Shilla Jeju (제주신라호텔)

2.6 Km    19742     2021-03-16

75, Jungmungwangwang-ro 72beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-735-5114

A premier hotel with a classic European design, The Shilla Jeju is a full-scale lodging resort located in Jungmun Tourist Complex on the southern coast of Jeju Island facing the Pacific Ocean. Opened in 1990, the hotel offers guestrooms of various types, in addition to restaurants, banquet halls and meeting rooms, a fitness club, and other convenience and entertainment facilities.

The Seaes Hotel & Resort (씨에스 호텔& 리조트)

The Seaes Hotel & Resort (씨에스 호텔& 리조트)

2.6 Km    34047     2021-03-15

198, Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-735-3000

The Seaes Hotel & Resort is located in the Jungmun Tourist Complex, surrounded by the natural beauty of Jeju. The hotel offers accommodations in individual traditional Korean houses for a unique and private stay, as well as modern houses, all overlooking the sea. Guests can also enjoy Jeju's nature through the garden and walking paths. The resort has also been featured in a many Korean dramas and films, making it a popular location among Koreans.

International Electric Vehicle Expo (국제전기자동차엑스포)

International Electric Vehicle Expo (국제전기자동차엑스포)

2.7 Km    9780     2021-12-24

224, Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
• 1330 Travel Hotline: +82-2-1330 (Korean, English, Japanese, Chinese) • For more info: +82-64-702-1580

International Electric Vehicle Expo is held in Jeju annually as the only expo in the world focusing on electric vehicles. Noted manufacturers of electric vehicles, electric motorcycles, batteries, and chargers from both the domestic market and abroad attend the expo. Those manufacturers introduce and promote their products in the expo. At the same time, a conference is also held for domestic and international electric vehicle experts to participate in.

International Convention Center Jeju (ICC Jeju) (제주국제컨벤션센터)

International Convention Center Jeju (ICC Jeju) (제주국제컨벤션센터)

2.7 Km    21852     2020-07-21

224, Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-735-1000

International Convention Center Jeju (ICC Jeju) is located within Jungmun Resort, with fantastic views of Hallasan Mountain and the ocean. Opened on March 22, 2003, the convention center is comprised of two underground levels and five above-ground floors. Amenities include an international meeting hall that can accommodate up to 4,300 people, as well as exhibition halls and related facilities for all types of international events and meetings. The exterior of the center is designed with a motif of Jeju Island and stands in harmony with the surrounding nature.

Joanne Bear Museum (조안베어뮤지엄)

Joanne Bear Museum (조안베어뮤지엄)

2.8 Km    27790     2022-10-13

113, Daepo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-739-1024

Joanne Bear Museum located in Jungmun Resort Complex in Seogwipo-si, on Jeju-do Island is a gallery exhibition hall for Joanne Oh, a world-famous teddy bear artist. The museum, which boasts the motto “nature and environmentalism", showcases teddy bears that are made of all-natural materials. The eco-friendly pieces mimic the natural beauty of Jeju Island and give visitors a feeling of comfort and refreshment.

Seogwipo Yerae Ecological Village (서귀포 예래생태마을)

Seogwipo Yerae Ecological Village (서귀포 예래생태마을)

2.9 Km    18937     2020-02-07

82, Yerae-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-6613

Yaerae Village encompasses a beautiful natural landscape, prime seaside location in Jeju, and cultural and historic sites spread throughout the area. Located between valleys near Jungmun Resort, considered one of Korea’s greatest tourism complexes, the village retains its traditional way of life. Village residents value environmental awareness, placing an importance on educating youth to preserve both the local customs and the village’s natural surroundings. Villagers encourage a sense of community through engaging in environment-related activities.

Jungmun Parnas Hotel Jeju (중문 파르나스 제주)

Jungmun Parnas Hotel Jeju (중문 파르나스 제주)

2.9 Km    0     2024-04-01

100, Jungmungwangwang-ro 72beon-gil, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Jungmun Parnas Hotel Jeju is a 5-star luxury hotel newly built in 2022 that is famous for its oceanfront accommodations with stunning ocean views of Seogwipo. Besides the infinity pool club lounge and dining, activity packages are also available, letting guests enjoy the beautiful scenery of Jeju Island with top-notch service. A TV series called "King the Land (2023)" made this place even more famous as the many scenes from the dramas were filmed inside the hotel. In particular, the lobby shining under bright sunlight created a cheerful mood in the TV series. There is also a family lounge and guest rooms customized for families, making it the perfect accommodation for a family vacation with kids.

Jeju Yakcheonsa Temple (약천사(제주))

Jeju Yakcheonsa Temple (약천사(제주))

3.0 Km    59604     2024-03-12

293-28, Ieodo-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-738-5000

Jeju Yakcheonsa Temple is the largest temple in Asia. Originally a small hermitage named Yaksuam, it was named Yakcheonsa because of a famous mineral spring  ('Yaksu') nearby. It enshrines tombstones of two royal couples from the Joseon Dynasty: King Munjong and his consort, and King Yeongchin and his consort. The temple also offers temple stays for both Koreans and foreigners.