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Seopjikoji (섭지코지)

18.2Km    2025-03-31

107 Seopjikoji-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Seopjikoji gets its name from its shape, jutting out to sea, with 'koji' being the Jeju dialect for a cape. Located just south of Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone, the cape is a popular tourist attraction. The tuff cone along with a beautiful vista of the ocean and fields of canola flowers can easily be seen from the peak of Seopjikoji. On top of the hill stands a beacon fire station, reaching 4 meters in x_height with a diameter of 9 meters, built using volcanic rocks. Behind the beacon fire station is Bulgeunoreum Volcanic Cone, vibrant with red soil. The white lighthouse atop the cone stands out in contrast. Seopjikoji has been used as a filming site for many Korean movies and dramas.

Sinyang Seopji Beach (신양 섭지해수욕장)

Sinyang Seopji Beach (신양 섭지해수욕장)

18.2Km    2022-08-10

107, Seopjikoji-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Sinyang Seopji Beach is not yet a popular tourist attraction, leaving the fine-grained, sandy beach relatively untouched. Thanks to its quiet atmosphere, the beach gives visitors a calmer, more secluded beach experience than some of the larger beaches on Jeju.

The 80-meter-wide, crescent-shaped beach stretches for a total length of 300 meters. Bordered by waters that are only an average of one meter deep, the beach gently slopes at a five degree angle. Known for its small waves, the beach is the perfect spot for children.

Windsurfing is available nearby and popular tourist attractions such as Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone and Seopjikoji are located in the area.

Ilchulland (일출랜드)

Ilchulland (일출랜드)

18.3Km    2022-08-12

4150-30, Jungsangandong-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-784-2080

Ilchulland centered around Micheongul Cave is located in the eastern region on Jeju Island. The attraction provide important resources for academy, tourism and culture as well as store and distribute fresh air, water, green fields and oreum. The undeground area takes human back to the beginning with various chemical elements. Visitors will be able to experience relaxation and refreshing nature not available in the city. 

Yumin Art Nouveau Collection (유민미술관)

Yumin Art Nouveau Collection (유민미술관)

18.6Km    2024-11-05

107 Seopjikoji-ro, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

The Yumin Art Nouveau Collection, renowned for its French Art Nouveau glass art and the beauty of the space itself, is a popular attraction. Visiting Seopjikoji Cape, where the building is located, is also recommended.

The Phoenix Jeju Glass House (글라스하우스)

The Phoenix Jeju Glass House (글라스하우스)

18.7Km    2024-11-04

107 Seopjikoji-ro, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

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The Phoenix Jeju Glass House, located on Seopjikoji Cape, served as a filming location for the mysterious mansion of the head chief in the Witch project. In the Glass House's Mint Restaurant, visitors can enjoy expansive sea views from any spot, making it a unique and scenic dining experience.

Halla Ecological Forest (한라생태숲)

Halla Ecological Forest (한라생태숲)

19.3Km    2021-06-11

2596, 516-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-8688

Spanning 196 hectares, Halla Ecological (Eco) Forest is home to 288,000 trees representing 333 indigenous plant species. Having been designated as a conservation area, the forest provides plenty of great opportunities to observe and learn about Jeju's diversified ecosystem through various facilities including an observatory, plant nurseries, walking trails, and more. The forest also features 13 themed forests with low-impact facilities to preserve the essence of the forest. Visitors can sign up for the forest experience program to enjoy the walking trails within the forest.

Byeoldobong Peak (Beri Oreum) (별도봉(베리오름))

19.6Km    2020-02-24

Seonban-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Situated in the east of Hwabuk 1-dong and along the coast, Byeoldobong is a parasitic mountain made of siliciclastic sedimentary rocks and lava. Its northern slope is dominated by steep cliffs where a large rock called Jasalbawi Rock (Suicide Rock) is located. At the bottom of the cliffs are Goraegul Cave (Whale Cave) and an oddly-shaped rock that looks like a mother carrying her child on her back.

Despite being only 136m high, Byeoldobong is home to Jangsu Trail, a walking path that stretches over 1.8km around coastal cliffs, overlooking the ocean. Considered the most pleasant trail on Jeju Island, it offers a spectacular view of numerous peaks, Jeju Port and its nearby villages, and the emerald-blue sea. Naturally, it is a popular tourist destination for family visitors and couples.

Seongsan Bom Juk Kalguksu(성산봄죽칼국수)

Seongsan Bom Juk Kalguksu(성산봄죽칼국수)

19.6Km    2024-03-12

2, 1F, 33 Hwanhaejangseong-ro, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-784-3331

Seongsan Bom Juk Kalguksu is a specialty restaurant located in front of Sinsan Elementary School in Jeju. It specializes in kalguksu (noodle soup), made with shellfish known as "bomal" in Jeju dialect. The signature dish is the bomal kalguksu (noodle soup with brown turban shell), and bomaljuk (brown turban shell porridge) is also popular. The noodles are made with tangerine, giving them a chewy texture and a yellowish color. Nearby attractions include Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone and Cape Seopjikoji.

Kim Young Gap Gallery Dumoak (김영갑 갤러리 두모악)

Kim Young Gap Gallery Dumoak (김영갑 갤러리 두모악)

19.6Km    2022-08-31

137, Samdal-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-784-9907

The Kim Young Gap Gallery is a former elementary school turned into a gallery. Photographer Kim Young-gap, who had been suffering from Lou Gehrig’s disease, spent his life capturing the beauty of Jeju Island. He created the gallery during his last days so that he could ensure his works be shared for years to come. The gallery shows the photographer’s artistic passion, and his photos reflect the sublime beauty of Jeju Island, captured day after day in all kinds of weather.

Jeju National Museum (국립제주박물관)

Jeju National Museum (국립제주박물관)

20.0Km    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.