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Sanjicheon Stream (산지천)

Sanjicheon Stream (산지천)

11.3Km    2022-09-26

Geonip-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-4412

Running across from Dongmun Market in Jeju City, Sanjicheon Stream is home to a rich array of freshwater fish (e.g. sweetfish, gray mullets, Amur goby, and carps). In summer, it attracts hundreds of thousands of anglers as well as children.

The port, downstream from Sanjicheon Stream, is renowned for picturesque views of fishing boats, egrets, and seagulls. A restored Chinese sailing vessel is exhibited at the end of the stream for visitors. Along the stream are walking paths, a park, and music fountains, in which Sanjicheon Art Festival and a slew of cultural events and performances are held every summer and winter, attracting many visitors.

Uwon (우원)

Uwon (우원)

11.4Km    2021-03-30

129, Goma-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-753-1009

A popular restaurant for locals in Jeju. The best menu at this restaurant is grilled beef brisket. This BBQ restaurant is located in Jeju-si, Jeju-do.

Haejin Hoetjip (해진횟집)

Haejin Hoetjip (해진횟집)

11.4Km    2024-03-18

22-1 Seobudu-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-722-4584

Haejin Hoetjip is a restaurant located on the breakwater of the western pier at Jeju Port. Its signature dish is gumunjaengi (also known as neungseongeo or sea bass), a delicacy unique to Jeju. In addition to this, the restaurant offers a variety of fresh hoe (sliced raw fish) including chamdom (sea bream) and dageumbari (sawedged perch). Diners on the second and third floors can enjoy views of the Jeju sea. Haejin Hoetjip is a popular spot for both locals and visitors.

Eunhuine Haejangguk (은희네 해장국)

Eunhuine Haejangguk (은희네 해장국)

11.6Km    2021-03-24

8, Goma-ro 13-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-726-5622

This is a Haejangguk (hangover soup) restaurant recommended by locals. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jeju-si, Jeju-do. The most famous menu is beef gangover soup.

Gwakji Beach (Gwakji Gwamulhaebyeon Beach) (곽지해수욕장 (곽지과물해변))

11.6Km    2023-02-16

Geumseong 5-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-3985

Gwakji Beach is a beach that has nice conditions including a 350-meter-long, 70-meter-wide white sand beach, an average water depth of 1.5 meters and a slope of about 5 to 8 degrees. Thanks to these conditions, a youth training facility was installed and groups of tourists visit here every year. Gwakji-ri is a historic village where shell mounds from prehistoric times were once excavated. According to a local legend, Gwakji Beach used to be a village in the ancient days, but one day, it became buried in the sand.

Jeju National Museum (국립제주박물관)

Jeju National Museum (국립제주박물관)

12.5Km    2021-08-06

17, Iljudong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-720-8000

Opened on June 15, 2001, Jeju National Museum is a history museum that displays, preserves and studies Jeju Island’s historical and cultural assets. Jeju National Museum houses various remains excavated from ruins, including meaningful relics from the prehistoric age through to the Joseon dynasty. It boasts unique traditional culture and holds special exhibitions each year.

Sarabong Peak (사라봉)

12.5Km    2021-05-24

61, Sarabongdong-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-3602

Situated to the east of Jejuhang Port, Sarabong Peak is the main oreum (volcanic cone) that separates the city from the sea. The peak offers views of the ocean to the north and magnificent Hallasan Mountain to the south. It is recommended to reach the top in the late afternoon to catch the reddish glow of the sunset glittering off the ocean.

Sarabong Park (사라봉공원)

Sarabong Park (사라봉공원)

12.6Km    2020-03-19

74, Sarabongdong-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-728-4643

Sarabong Park is located on a 143 meter-high hill just east of Dongmun Rotary in Jeju. The park is best known for its spectacular sunset views, which is often regarded as a perfect complement to Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak's view of the sunrise.

Sarabong Park offers a spectacular view of the expansive blue waters to the north and Hallasan Mountain to the south, making it popular among locals and tourists alike. Visitors traveling by bus will see Mochungsa Temple on the way to the park. Byeoldobong Peak lying to the east features a paragliding runway. At the foot of Sarabong is Udang Library. The road from the library, passing behind Sarabong Peak to Jeju Harbor and to Tapdong provides a very scenic driving route.

Yeongsil Trail (Hallasan National Park) (한라산 영실)

Yeongsil Trail (Hallasan National Park) (한라산 영실)

12.7Km    2024-03-11

246, Yeongsil-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-713-9950

Yeongsil Trail is renowned as the shortest yet the best one for its beautiful scenery among those of Hallasan Mountain. It is 5.8 kilometers and takes approximately 2 hour and 30 minutes to get to the destination. Starting from Yeongsil Rest Area, an uphill path emerges along steep mountain ridges to reach the Nambyeok Watershed. With its steep and flat parts, the hike is easy enough for children. It's a wonderful way to appreciate the lush forest and beautiful scenery.