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Jeju Aerospace Museum (제주항공우주박물관)

5.6 Km    4320     2018-08-07

218, Nokchabunjae-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Jeju Aerospace Museum is the largest aerospace museum in Asia. The museum not only offers information and exhibitions related to aerospace as well as astronomy, but it also integrates education with entertainment to provide an enjoyable learning opportunity for both kids and adults. The view from the museum’s second floor is another sight not to be missed.

Chocolate Museum (초콜릿 박물관)

Chocolate Museum (초콜릿 박물관)

6.0 Km    63598     2022-12-27

144, Iljuseo-ro 3000beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

The Chocolate Museum in Seogwipo, Jeju is the second largest chocolate museum in the world (the largest being the Cologne Chocolate Museum in Germany). Built using volcanic scoria unique to Jeju, the museum looks like an ancient castle and seems to complement the surrounding natural environment. The front yard measures 5,000 meters squared and is surrounded by a low-lying fence made of rough stones, giving even passerbyers a great view of the museum's front garden .
At the entrance to the museum, a whimsical statue of a cacao god greets visitors. The museum has three floors and houses a gallery, a theater, a café, a workshop, and a chocolate store. The most popular exhibits are the gallery with various exhibits on chocolate and the workshop showing the chocolate-making process. The chocolate produced at the museum is available for both sampling and purchase. In addition, the 'Collection Square' features a wide array of chocolate cases and other items that Mr. Han Ye-seok, the museum director, has collected from around the world.
In the 'Chateâu Chocolat: Real Chocolate Place' chocolate shop at the Chocolate Museum, visitors can get a taste of hand-made chocolates. The Chateâu Chocolat is a retail chocolate chain with franchises in Gyeongbokgung, Apgujeong, Itaewon, and Changdeokgung in Seoul, and Yangyang and Somdari in Gangwon-do.

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road (신창풍차해안도로)

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road (신창풍차해안도로)

6.7 Km    1     2023-02-16

1322-1, Sinchang-ri, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road, which continues along the western tip of Jeju Island, presents a view of windmills lined up along the road from an offshore wind farm. The view of white windmills and emerald-colored sea along the winding coastline offer a pleasant fall scenery. There are many other things that unfold before one's eyes as while looking out upon the blue sea, like Chagwido Island afar. The road is well-known for its beautiful sunset so it is a great place to take pictures and watch the setting sun. Along the coastal road is a trail named Eco Experience. It features a Kelp grouper statue, Wondam Experience Site and a rest area where visitors can take selfies with many different backdrops. The observatory located in the middle of the trail is relatively quiet and visitors are recommended to head towards the observatory after taking a few photos on their walk up from Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road.

Suwolbong Peak (수월봉)

6.8 Km    27649     2023-01-16

Gorak-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju
+82-64-740-6000

Suwolbong peak is a small oreum located in Gosan-ri, the westernmost point of Jejudo Island. Suwolbong rises 77 meters above sea level and the ocean-facing natural formation is surrounded by steches of green fields. On a clear day, the sunset from Suwolbong is comparable in beauty to the one from Sarabong.

On top of Suwolbong Peak is a small pavilion called Suwoljeong. The pavilion offers views of Chagwido (an island known to be the most beautiful in Jeju), as well as Songaksan Mountain and Jukdo Island. Next to Suwolbong Peak is a mountain weather station that observes and forecasts the weather for the western region.

Below the peak is a small Buddhist temple and Eongal, a steep cliff which faces toward the sea. Visitors can enjoy mineral water that falls freely from the cliff.

Suwolbong Tuff Cone and Chagwi Coast (수월봉과 차귀해안)

Suwolbong Tuff Cone and Chagwi Coast (수월봉과 차귀해안)

6.9 Km    14409     2023-04-07

1013-70, Noeulhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Located at the western end of Jeju Island, Suwolbong Tuff Cone, a small mountain, is famous for being a favorite sunset viewing place. The mountain has vertical cliffs spreading out like a scroll painting, created from the sea waves gradually cutting inland.
To the north, off the coast, is Chagwido Island, where only the top peak area has grass growing, and the rest of the island is made up of dark basalt rocks and cliffs. Around sunset, Chagwido’s seashore turns crimson red from the sun and is truly an amazing sight to behold.

Panpo Port (판포포구)

Panpo Port (판포포구)

6.9 Km    0     2023-02-16

2877-3, Panpo-ri, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Panpo Port, located on the west side of Jeju, is a popular snorkeling spot. Thanks to its sand bed and clear water, it offers a mystical underwater scenery. Visitors who do not have snorkeling equipment can rent one from the Panpo-ri Youth Association during the summer season. There are shower facilities as well so there is no need to bring anything else. In addition to snorkeling gears, visitors can also rent paddle boats, life vests and, even a low wooden bench on which visitors sit and relax for enjoying the view of the port. Unlike a typical beach, it is a port so swimmers can be free from sandy mess and the water is relatively shallow, which makes it a perfect place for children to play safely and pleasantly in the water.

Jeju Shinhwa World Marriott Resort (메리어트관 제주신화월드 호텔 앤 리조트)

Jeju Shinhwa World Marriott Resort (메리어트관 제주신화월드 호텔 앤 리조트)

7.0 Km    1125     2024-04-02

38 Sinhwayeoksa-ro 304beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-1670-8800

The Jeju Shinhwa World Marriott Resort, a premier Marriott establishment centrally located within Jeju Shinhwa World, offers 527 guest rooms across its East and West Buildings. With 30% of these being connecting rooms, the resort caters excellently to groups of friends traveling together. The premium rooms and those at higher rates on the 6th floor are especially distinguished by their hinoki wood baths, lending an extra touch of luxury. The resort’s "Mosil" area, inspired by the iconic Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone of Jeju, features a 25-meter lap pool, complemented by both indoor and outdoor swimming areas, a children's pool and a playground, and an outdoor pool area. Wellness facilities include a spa with seven treatment rooms, a fitness center of practical size, and a sauna, ensuring guests can maintain health and relaxation. Additionally, the resort boasts the Sky on 5 Grill, known for its splendid views, and a sophisticated fine dining restaurant that showcases world-renowned chefs.

Wonder Island (원더아일랜드)

Wonder Island (원더아일랜드)

7.2 Km    0     2024-01-24

89 Sinhwayeoksa-ro 304beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Wonder Island is the nation's first experience-based media exhibition space, and is located inside Summerset Clubhouse within Shinhwa World. The exhibition hall, geared towards children, is divided into 12 different themes that show Jeju's beautiful nature and animals.

Innisfree - Jeju Shinhwa World Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 제주신화월드점)

Innisfree - Jeju Shinhwa World Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (이니스프리 제주신화월드점)

7.3 Km    0     2024-04-22

38, Sinhwayeoksa-ro 304beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

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Coach - Shinsegae Simon Jeju Outlets Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코치 신세계사이먼 제주아울렛)

Coach - Shinsegae Simon Jeju Outlets Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (코치 신세계사이먼 제주아울렛)

7.3 Km    0     2024-06-26

38, Sinhwayeoksa-ro 304beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

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