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Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum (제주민속자연사박물관)

Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum (제주민속자연사박물관)

1.4Km    2024-03-13

40 Samseong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-7708

The Jeju Folklore & Natural History Museum showcases the island's unique traditional culture and natural environment. It features exhibits on Jeju’s natural history, folklore, marine life, and an interactive Jeju Experience Center. Enhancing visitor engamgent, the museum includes dioramas and animated films. A highlight of the Sea Exhibition Hall is the 13m-long skeleton of a Bryde's whale, discovered dead on a jeju beach in 2004. 

Honey Crown Hotel (하니크라운호텔)

Honey Crown Hotel (하니크라운호텔)

1.5Km    2025-01-07

10, Samseong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-758-4200

Honey Crown Hotel features guestrooms with a view of Hallasan Mountain as well as of the ocean. The hotel has a tropical garden walking trail for guests to enjoy. Other facilities include a banquet hall, an outdoor wedding hall, an annex housing seminar rooms, and restaurants.

Yongduam Rock (용두암)

1.5Km    2023-01-13

Yongduam-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-740-6000

Situated on the northern coast in downtown Jeju, Yongduam Rock is an estimated 10-meter-tall stone that has been worn down over time by strong winds and waves into a shape resembling a dragon's head. There are many legends surrounding the rock. One legend has it that a dragon stealing precious jade from Hallasan Mountain was shot down by an arrow from the mountain deity. When he fell down, his body immediately sank into the ocean and his head rapidly froze looking at the sky. Another legend has it that a white horse, who dreamed of being a dragon and ascending to the sky, came to be caught by a soldier and froze into the rock.

From Yongduam Rock, visitors can see haenyeo (female divers) working at catching seafood. Near the rock are various cafes, bars, and restaurants. The coastal road between here and Aewol-eup is popular among couples. Cafes and seafood restaurants began to appear there five years ago and now form a pleasant café village.

Sarabong Peak (사라봉)

1.6Km    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.

Jeju Samseonghyeol (제주 삼성혈)

1.6Km    2024-03-13

22 Samseong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-722-3315

Samseonghyeol is a revered site featuring three mythical holes, believed to be the origin of Jeju island's mythical founders: Go, Yang, and Bu. This sacred location is enveloped by ancient trees, standing for centuries, and remarkably, the holes are known to never fill with water, no matter how hard it rains or snows. Adjacent to these remarkable natural phoenomena, visitors will find an exhibition hall and a media gallery dedicated to telling the lore of Samseonghyeol. Additionally, the site is surrounded by historical structures dating back to the Joseon period.

Jeju National Museum (국립제주박물관)

Jeju National Museum (국립제주박물관)

1.9Km    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.

New World Eyewear [Tax Refund Shop] (뉴월드안경 제주이도)

New World Eyewear [Tax Refund Shop] (뉴월드안경 제주이도)

1.9Km    2024-04-18

207, Jungang-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Yongduam Haesu Spa Land (용두암해수랜드)

Yongduam Haesu Spa Land (용두암해수랜드)

2.1Km    2024-03-13

630, Seohaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-742-7000

Yongduam Haesu Spa Land, located near Jeju International Airport, is an expansive spa and sauna complex offering stunning ocean views.  This facility caters to a variety of preferences, featuring a traditional hot sauna, a clay jjimjilbang, dry & wet sauna facilities, along with baths using freshwater and seawater. For added convenience, there is an on-site store providing a selection of refreshments and snacks, including bulgama gyeran (baked eggs), sikhye (sweet rice punch), various cold drinks, ensuring a comfortable and rejuvenating experience for all visitors. 

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

2.2Km    2025-08-18

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.

By Jeju (바이제주)

By Jeju (바이제주)

2.2Km    2025-12-15

626 Seohaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Through a joint effort with 300 handmade crafters, By Jeju aims to lead the trend in Jeju's craft market industry. The store is filled with handicrafts that have been created after a series of discussion and brainstorming with the craft artists. Not only do these products meet the needs of potential customers, but stand out in creativity and originality. The store consists of an adorable interior shopping area, a guest lounge with a view of the ocean on the 2nd floor, and a spacious parking lot.