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Songaksan Mountain (송악산)

Songaksan Mountain (송악산)

4.2Km    2024-12-02

421-1 Songakgwangwang-ro, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Songaksan Mountain is a mountain formed by underwater volcanic activity, characterized by its dual volcanic cones, which hold significant geological value. Along the Songaksan Trail, hikers can enjoy breathtaking coastal landscapes, including views of Hyeongjeseom Island, Gapado Island, and Marado Island. The trail is not too challenging, making it accessible to all, although it can be windy. The coastal area at the foot of the mountain is also renowned for fishing spots.

Chocolate Museum (초콜릿 박물관)

Chocolate Museum (초콜릿 박물관)

4.7Km    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.

Little Prince Citrus Orchard (어린왕자감귤밭)

Little Prince Citrus Orchard (어린왕자감귤밭)

4.9Km    2024-02-20

45-1 Chusa-ro 36beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Little Prince Citrus Orchard is a café located in an 8,000 square meter palm grove, enriched with Jeju scoria. The café's citrus orchard is home to 11 species of animals, allowing visitors to feed them with any drink order. In winter, the citrus harvest season, they also offer a citrus picking activity. Their signature offerings include the fresh green tangerine smoothie and hallabong smoothie.

Jinmi Myeongga (진미명가)

Jinmi Myeongga (진미명가)

5.3Km    2025-05-20

167 Sagyenam-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Jinmi Myeongga, under the ownership of Chef Kang Chang-gun, a saw-edged perch maestro, offers an extensive menu of over 30 dishes derived from a single saw-edged perch. Established in 1983, it has become a favored dining spot for Korean presidents and global leaders. Guests ordering Jeju's natural saw-edged perch are treated to hoe (raw fish), ppyeo jiriguk (bone fish soup), and an assortment of side dishes, where the hoe is noted for its chewiness and the fish soup for its rich flavor. It's advisable to make a reservation before visiting.    

Sagyehaebyeon Beach (사계해변)

Sagyehaebyeon Beach (사계해변)

5.3Km    2024-02-22

2147-35 Sagye-ri, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Sagyehaebyeon Beach is located at the foot of Sanbangsan Mountain. Created by wind, waves, and the geological features of the sedimentary layers in Hwasun-ri, the large and small marine potholes look like craters on the moon. Due to the geographical characteristics, the scenery is more beautiful if seen at low tide.

Namgyeongmirak (남경미락)

Namgyeongmirak (남경미락)

5.4Km    2021-03-24

190-3, Sagyenam-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-794-0055

This is a restaurant where you can eat fresh Jeju Jayeonsan hoe (sliced raw wild fish). This restaurant's signature menu is raw sliced sawedged perch. This Seafood restaurant is located in Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do.

Sanbangsan Canola Field (산방산유채꽃밭)

Sanbangsan Canola Field (산방산유채꽃밭)

5.5Km    2024-03-07

San18 Sagye-ri, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

The Sanbangsan Canola Field is located next to the public parking lot in front of Sanbangsan Land, making it very easy to find. The vast fields create a beautiful landscape of yellow blossoms before the backdrop of Sanbangsan Mountain. The flowers are usually at peak bloom in March. In addition to Sanbangsan Mountain, other nearby attractions include Yongmeorihaean Coast, and Sagyehaean Coast.

Jeju Sanbangsan Carbonate Hot Springs (제주 산방산탄산온천)

5.6Km    2024-03-11

192, Sagyebuk-ro 41beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-792-8300

Jeju Sanbangsan Carbonate Hot Springs is a carbonate hot spring that contains the main carbonic acid components (free carbonic acid, bicarbonate, sodium, etc.). It is said that this enhances blood circulation, lowering blood pressure and reducing the burden on the heart. It is also beneficial for skin care and fatigue recovery, making it a perfect place to relax after a long day of exploring Jeju. There is an indoor bath designed with glass inside as well as an outdoor open-air bath, so visitors can bathe while enjoying the view of Sanbangsan Mountain and the deep blue sea.

Yongmeorihaean Coast (용머리해안)

Yongmeorihaean Coast (용머리해안)

5.7Km    2025-03-31

28 Sagyenam-ro 216beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-760-6321

Yongmeorihaean Coast is a hydrovolcano rocky shore formed by the accumulation of volcanic debris erupted from three craters under the sea. The coastal cliffs look like a dragon's head ('Yongmeori') due to long periods of sedimentation and erosion. The oddly shaped cliffs created by the waves provide a magnificent scene. The shore platform by the sea serves as a walking trail. Along the road down to the seashore is the Hamel Monument, in remembrance of Hamel who drifted to this place.

Manor Blanc (마노르블랑)

5.7Km    2024-02-20

46 Iljuseo-ro 2100beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Manor Blanc is a café that features a beautiful garden adorned with hydrangeas in summer, pink muhlies in fall, and camellias in winter. From late fall to winter, the café also offers citrus picking experiences. Their drink menu includes homemade hallabong ade, green tangerine ade, and Jeju lemon ginger ade. Visitors can enjoy the views of Sanbangsan Mountain and Seogwipo Sea from the second floor of the café.