10 Most Popular Neighbourhoods on Jeju Island

The original downtown of Jeju, which refers to the old Jeju Fortress area, is a place that embraces the history and lifestyle of Jeju Island from the Tamna Period to modern times. Places that we recommend you to visit include Gwandeokjeong Hall, Jejumok-Gwana Government Office, Tapdong, Chilseongtong, Dongmun Traditional Market and Jeju Fortress.

Jejumok-Gwana Government Office served as the political, administrative and cultural centre of Jeju Island until the Joseon Dynasty, and the building itself experienced many ups and downs and still retains the pain of the island. Gwandeokjeong Hall, located at the entrance of Jejumok-Gwana Government Office, is the oldest structure on Jeju. Join the “Heart-throbbing Original Downtown Tour,” which follows the traces of the history and culture of Jeju Island while walking along Sanjicheon Stream. More and more tourists are participating through word of mouth since they can see different corners of the interesting original city centre.

Seogwipo-si has excellent natural scenery and a mild climate so it is ideal for sightseeing. With Ungbong Peak of Hallasan Mountain sitting in the background and the sea spreading out in the front, it is the home to many attractions such as Baengnokdam Crater Lake, Cheonjiyeon Falls, Cheonjeyeon Falls, Jeongbang Falls, Seopseom Island and Beomseom Island.

Enjoy the beautiful scenery of Cheonjiyeon Falls where the sky and the earth meet and Jeongbang Falls, a rare waterfall that dives into the sea. You will be mesmerised by the morning sun rising above the horizon beyond the blue sea from Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak. In addition, there are many things to see at Yeomiji Botanical Garden decorated with the various themes of eastern and western gardens, and Sanbangsan Mountain where canola flowers are in full bloom. To see splendid red camellias, head over to Camellia Hill. You will have the happy dilemma of having to choose where to visit.

Jungmun Tourist Complex is a tourist complex that takes advantage of Jeju Island’s unique natural scenery and geographical environment. The complex houses a variety of accommodations and leisure facilities as well as shopping, recreation and cultural facilities in the vicinity. One of its greatest advantages is that you can enjoy both recreational activities and sightseeing as the area features not only cultural facilities such as Alive Museum Jeju, which consists of five themes including trick art and Jeju Teddy Bear Museum but also famous luxury hotels.

Honestly, the natural scenery is so beautiful that it would be sufficient to just take a simple walk around without visiting anywhere in particular. Enjoy the columnar jointing of sculptural pillars that look like they were carved by a graver and the three-tier waterfall of Cheonjeyeon Falls, or walk around Jungmun Saekdal Beach, where the scenery is gorgeous all year long.

Nohyeong-dong on Jeju is an area where the scholarly spirit that values courtesy and morality is still alive and that has produced talented people who have played crucial roles in various fields of society. The area is also the centre of transportation because the roads are well developed in all directions.

Places worth visiting are Jeju Loveland and the Mysterious Road. Jeju Loveland is a sex-themed sculpture park where you can enjoy a variety of fun and humorous sculptures. In particular, if visiting with your lover, you can have an interesting and exciting time. The Mysterious Road, which starts from the Ninety-Nine Valleys and runs through Eoseungsaengak and Hanbyeok Reservoir, is a strange place. You will find your car rolling uphill on this steep hill. This phenomenon occurs due to an optical illusion but it still definitely generates curiosity, which is why it has become a tourist attraction that many people visit.

Aewol-eup is a town situated on the west side of Jeju-si and is a good place to spend a relaxing time while enjoying the lyrical scenery of Jeju Island. Aewol-eup, which is located away from downtown and has a large area, is widely known as a tourist attraction because of the nice restaurants and cafes throughout the area in addition to Gwakji Beach with a fine sandy beach and Hyeopjae Beach, which is famous for sunsets.

Both adults and children can have a special experience at the sheep ranch. Saebyeororeum Parasitic Cone is a popular attraction all year round but is especially beautiful between autumn and winter when the silver grass blooms. Gwakji Beach is pleasant since you can enjoy beautiful scenery in a more relaxing manner than other beaches that attract large crowds. Have a romantic time in the midst of Jeju Island’s unique and beautiful scenery.

Seongsan-eup is the home of Seongsan Ilchulbong Tuff Cone and Cape Seopjikoji, a pair of the most famous attractions on Jeju, so much so that anyone who comes to Jeju Island visits the area at least once. There are several attractions within a short distance so you can check them out with just a short walk.

Seongsan Ilchulbong, famous for its beautiful sunrise, offers a wide open view of Udo Island and a variety of other fun things to enjoy such as sailing and horseback riding. Gwangchigi Beach is a place that many people visit because, here, you can see the wonderful scenery of Seongsan Ilchulbong. Green moss growing on the rocks on the beach presents an exotic appearance, and an extensive canola flower field spreads out on the other side of the beach. Seopjikoji, which gained popularity as the setting of a drama, boasts an attractive trail along the coastal road. Feel the beauty of Jeju in Seongsan.

Gimnyeong-ri is a village on the eastern part of Jeju Island and northeast of Hallasan Mountain. Both Hallasan and the sea can be viewed from this cosy village. The village is home to cultural assets including Gimnyeonggul Cave and Manjanggul Cave as well as Kimnyoung Maze Park and Gimnyeong Mural Village, making the area one of the most popular tourist attractions all year round.

At Kimnyoung Maze Park, there is a maze designed to symbolise the various characteristics and history of Jeju Island. Volcanic rocks line the park grounds, so the more you wander through the maze, the better it is for your health. Approx. fifty cats live freely throughout the park so you will be able to meet pretty cats at every corner. In addition, there are various other attractions such as Gimnyeong Seongsegi Beach featuring the clean blue sea and fine sand; Bijarim Forest, Jeju Island’s first forest park; and Gimnyeong Metal Craft Village, a hidden attraction where you can see unique sculptures and murals.

Hallim-eup boasts great natural scenery including caves, vast ranches, and beaches, and has many other famous tourist attractions and resorts. On the western part of Jeju Island, several attractions are connected along the coastal road, and, among them, Hallim, where Hyeopjae Beach is located, has numerous must-visit places.

Hyeopjae Beach, which represents Hallim-eup, is famous for its clean and transparent water The colour of the sea is so beautiful that you will feel good just looking at the waters. Hallim Park, which is close to Hyeopjae Beach, is a park set up with nine themes on a vast land with potted plants and stones. Enjoy taking a walk while looking at the beautiful scenery of the park. A flower festival is held every month of each season, so you will be able to enjoy colourful flowers anytime you visit.

Pyoseon-ri, located on the eastern part of Jeju Island, is well-known for Pyoseon Beach, which is famous for its beautiful sandy beach. The area is also home to Seongeup Historic Village where buildings from the Joseon Dynasty are still well-preserved. You can stop by many tour points to enjoy nature.

The vast sandy beach of Pyoseon Beach stretches out at low tide, and the water is also relatively low at high tide, which resembles a gorgeous, jade-coloured lake. The shallow water makes it a good place to enjoy playing in the water with children. You can arrange your own tailored tour course with Seongeup Historic Village and Jeju Folk Village where you can experience the culture and history of Jeju and that are also famous as filming locations, Geurim Sanghoe, which creates a unique atmosphere with numerous artworks, and a horseback riding experience that anyone can take part in. We recommend Pyoseon to those travelling with family.

Hyeopjae-ri, Hallim-eup, Jeju is an area where you can check out beautiful scenery thanks to a vast beach, a stretched-out sandy beach to the north, and a dense pine forest. Hyeopjae Beach, the most famous attraction in Hyeopjae-ri, forms a twin beach with neighbouring Geumneung Beach. We recommend this beach to families vacationing with children due to the shallow beach and pine forest. There are various cafes, restaurants and accommodations nearby, so it is also a nice area to set up a basecamp and enjoy a relaxing time.

In addition to Hyeopjae Beach, explore various tourist attractions such as Hallim Park, Geumneung Beach and Geumneung Rock Garden located nearby. Osulloc Tea Museum where you can enjoy traditional tea culture with your eyes and mouth is also recommended.