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Aqua Planet Jeju (아쿠아플라넷 제주)

10.5Km    2024-07-26

95 Seopjikoji-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-1833-7001

Aqua Planet Jeju boasts the largest aquarium facility among East Asian countries. Housing over 45,000 marine creatures from domestic regions and abroad, Aqua Planet Jeju is a highly recommended family-friendly attraction. The highlight of Aqua Planet Jeju is its main tank which contains 6,000 tons of water and houses 27,000 fish, showing marine life up close. This fish tank facility is twice the size than that of Aqua Planet Yeosu, and over three times larger than that of Seoul COEX Aquarium and Busan Sea Life. What makes this aquarium event more special is the Jeju haenyeo (female divers) diving performance, which is only available in Aqua Planet Jeju.

Gimnyeong Seongsegihaebyeon Beach (김녕성세기해변 (김녕해수욕장))

Gimnyeong Seongsegihaebyeon Beach (김녕성세기해변 (김녕해수욕장))

10.6Km    2024-11-14

237 Gujwahaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

The clear waters that are highlighted with cobalt-blue and the clean white sand of Gimnyeong Seongsegihaebyeon Beach steal the hearts of visitors every year. The beach is also popular with fishermen, who enjoy rope fishing from the rocks. This area is known to be good for catching striped beakfish and spotty belly greenlings. Not far from the beach is Manjanggul Cave, which offers a welcome escape from the daytime heat.

Seopjikoji (섭지코지)

Seopjikoji (섭지코지)

10.6Km    2024-10-17

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

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)

10.6Km    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)

10.7Km    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. 

Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone [UNESCO World Heritage] (성산일출봉 [유네스코 세계문화유산])

10.7Km    2024-10-29

284-12 Ilchul-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-7923

Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone rose 180 meters above sea level due to a magma flow under the sea over 5,000 years ago. It was originally a separate island, but a build-up of sand and soil has connected it to the main island. A large crater, formed by the hot lava mixing with cold ocean water, is located at the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone. The crater is about 600 meters in diameter and 90 meters deep. It has been featured in films, and was originally used for agriculture, but has now been given over to a field of silver grass. From the summit, visitors can see Udo Island, as well as take in the magnificent sunrise. The tuff cone area was designated as a natural reserve on July 19, 2000.

Jas de Bouffan (자드부팡)

Jas de Bouffan (자드부팡)

10.7Km    2024-02-20

385-216 Bukheul-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Café Jas de Bouffan is nestled within Dongbaek-Dongsan forest, featuring a European-style building that, along with the surrounding forest, creates stunning scenery. The signature item on the menu is the coconut cream latte. Guests can savor a range of desserts and drinks amidst the café's exotic atmosphere. Nearby attractions such as Gimnyeong Beach, Bijarim Forest, and Manjanggul Lava Tube enhance the appeal of visiting this unique spot.

Udo Bapsang (우도밥상)

Udo Bapsang (우도밥상)

11.0Km    2021-03-24

170, Udohaean-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-782-5204

This is a fresh raw fish restaurant that has been around for 10 years now. This restaurant's signature menu is cold raw fish soup. This Korean dishes restaurant is located in Jeju-si, Jeju-do.

Yumin Art Nouveau Collection (유민미술관)

Yumin Art Nouveau Collection (유민미술관)

11.0Km    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.

Hoeyanggwa Guksugun (회양과국수군)

Hoeyanggwa Guksugun (회양과국수군)

11.0Km    2021-03-19

270, Udohaean-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-782-0150

A Seafood specialty restaurant located in Jeju-si, Jeju-do. The most famous menu is spicy seafood stew. The restaurant owner catches seafood from the sea every day.