Jeju Island Special Tourist Zone (제주도 관광특구)

12.2Km 21458 2024-03-15

Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Located to the southwest of the Korean Peninsula, the island of Jeju is Korea's largest tourist destination. The entire island has been designated as a special tourist zone, and it's easy to see why: there is hardly any spot on the island that is not photogenic. Unlike mainland Korea, which has a temperate climate, Jeju boasts a climate that is closer to subtropical. Hallasan Mountain, lying at the center of the island, is surrounded by 368 parasitic cones, known as "Oreum." Eleven beaches have been designated as tourist beaches, but including those that are not officially designated, the island features nearly thirty beaches in total. Famous beaches include Iho Tewoo Beach, Samyang Beach, Hyeopjae Beach, Geumneung Beach, and Gwakji Beach. Jeju's renowned Olle Trails, a system of hiking paths, span a total length of 425 kilometers and would take about fifteen days to complete in their entirety.

Ivar Garden (아이바가든)

12.3Km 0 2024-04-19

8 Goseongnamseo-gil, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Ivar Garden is an immersive media art exhibition hall in Aewol-eup on Jeju’s northwest coast. The hall is divided into eight exhibition spaces, each with a unique theme like Dreamy, Industrial, Mystery, and Party. The exhibitions extend all the way to the floor and the ceiling for a fully immersive experience.

Historic Site of Anti-Mongolian Struggle in Hangpadu-ri, Jeju (제주 항파두리 항몽 유적)

12.3Km 27533 2022-08-18

50, Hangpaduri-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-6721

Historic Site of Anti-Mongolian Struggle in Hangpadu-ri is where the Sambyeolcho military unit of the Goryeo dynasty resisted the invasion of Mongolia until the last possible moment. The site houses an exhibition hall, a monument, and a unique mud fortress. Nearby is Jangsumul Spring (Jangsu means general) which flowed from the footprints of General Kim Tong-jeong. Today, water from the spring cannot be used as drinking water.

Sambyeolcho was a military unit of the Goryeo dynasty. When the Goryeo dynasty made peace with the Mongolian forces in February 1270 (the 11th year of King Wonjong), the Sambyeolcho special defense unit opposed it and launched a resistance movement. They moved their base to Jindo in Jeollanam-do, but after suffering a huge defeat, they moved to Jeju-do and built Hangpaduseong Fortress. They continued to fight against the Mongolian forces for two more years there. However, all the members were killed in April 1273 (the 14th year of King Wonjong).

This independent anti-Mongolian movement was born out the deeply patriotic belief in the need to safeguard the nation from foreign invasion. In 1977, the government invested 745 million won to restore part of the fortress and build a monument in commemoration of those who died in the war. The work was completed in June 1978.

Jeju Sunshine Hotel (제주 선샤인호텔)

12.4Km 12108 2021-05-29

481-9, Sinbuk-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-780-4100

Jeju Sunshine Hotel is located right along the scenic Hamdeok Beach, making the hotel a great choice for honeymooners, family vacationers, and business travelers. Many of the rooms look out towards the ocean and the sound of the waves provides guests with a natural lullaby. There is also a large grassy field nearby perfect for evening strolls.

The hotel has long-since been a top accommodation in the area, but has recently reopened with improved facilities and better customer services following a year of renovations and staff training. Rooms at the hotel include both Western-style and Korean-style rooms while facilities include restaurants, a cafe, and a bar.

Eco Land Theme Park (에코랜드테마파크)

12.5Km 85954 2023-01-17

1278-169, Beonyeong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-802-8000

Eco Land Theme Park is built in the 1 km² Gotjawal primeval forest. Visitors can explore around in a train that looks like an 1800s steam-powered Baldwin train. The seven Baldwin train look-alikes (Lincoln Train) operated in the park were specially ordered and manually manufactured in the UK. In the large Gotjawal forest with railway trails, visitors can see a variety of plants, animals, and insects living in the mysterious Gotjawal forests, while touring around by special train. It also has a lake for visitors to experience the ecosystem of the forest, take a walk and enjoy a picnic. Besides, there are many things to enjoy including Eco Bridge, Eco Windmill, Picnic Garden, Kid’s Town, Eco Road, Bare Foot on Scoria, Floating Café, and topiary artworks.

Beachstoryhotel [Korea Quality] / 비치스토리호텔 [한국관광 품질인증]

12.6Km 17295 2024-06-26

492-5 , Johamhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-784-7400

Beach Story Hotel stands right next to Hamdeok Beach, Jeju-do, so guests can enjoy the life of the beach and the sight of the ocean all day long. There’s a choice of guestrooms - twin, double, or ondol - and they are neat and clean. The location on Joham Coast Road means guests can enjoy a drive while admiring the coastal scenery. For walkers, Jeju Olle Trail #19 and the Seoubong Trail are close. The famous Café del Mundo is also nearby.

GS25 - Jeju Hamdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25제주함덕점)

12.7Km 0 2024-06-26

2, Hamdeok 13-gil, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Olive Young - Jeju Hamdeok-ri Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 제주함덕)

12.8Km 0 2024-04-16

522, Johamhaean-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach (함덕 서우봉 해변 (함덕해수욕장))

12.9Km 69075 2024-07-31

519-10 Johamhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-3989

Hamdeok Beach is located along Jeju Olle Trail Course 19. It is also referred to as Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach due to the volcanic cone nearby. Located just 20 kilometers from Jeju International Airport, the beach is famous for its great scenery of emerald-blue waters, tall palm trees, and white sandy shore. The beach is considered one of Jeju's top three beaches. To the western end of the beach, there is a bridge built over the water. Additional amenities include a grassy field perfect for picnics and a coastal walking trail. In particular, many people visit during summer evenings to enjoy the night sea. Seoubong Volcanic Cone is beautiful in spring when it is covered in yellow canola blossoms. Climbing up to the summit offers fantastic views of the entire area, including Hallasan Mountain on clear days.

Sono Belle Jeju (소노벨 제주(구 대명리조트 제주))

13.1Km 20973 2019-11-04

577, Sinbuk-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-1588-4888

Sono Belle Jeju is an upscale resort located 20 kilometers away from Jeju International Airport on Jeju Island. It has 390 guestrooms with full amenities, as well as a wide range of meeting venues and convenience/dining facilities including five ballrooms and seminar halls, an outdoor garden, cafeteria, convenience store, laundry room, sauna and fitness center.

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