Top Things to do in Jeju Island
9 Mountains in Jeju Island That You Shouldn't Miss
Where else can you find an azalea-framed volcano to climb, a sisterhood of deep-divers, and ancient stone statues on which to make wishes? Jeju Island. A favorite with newlyweds (and K-drama fans), this popular retreat is also home to miles of golden beaches, winding coastal trails, and Jeju Waterworld, the area’s largest water park. No matter what your fancy, one thing is for certain: a day of sightseeing isn’t complete without enjoying some of the isle’s delicious raw seafood and famed barbecued black pork.
Restaurants in Jeju Island
1. Gwetmul Oleum
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
2. Ttarabi Oreum
3. Hallasan National Park
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4.5 based on 1,074 reviews
Reviewed By brightmind_tgl - Sydney, Australia
An UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and a World Heritage Site, the Hallasan National Park is loaded with walking trails and is home to South Korea’s highest mountain named the Shield Volcano Hallasan. You’ll find about 1800 different kinds of plants and a number of alpine animals along the way up. The park is a unique place for nature lovers. Settled right in the heart of Jeju island, this park with high density woods and blooming hillsides is concidered as a treat to be at. Transportation: start with chosing a right trail for you. There many different ways up to the mountain, but only one of them will bring you to the summit. To get to the entrance you’d probably need to take one of the public busses or rent a car. Both options are convenient. Equipment: You’d definitely need to be prepared for a long and tiring walk. All the trails are devided into segments, based on their difficulty. Some of the parts of the trail would be paved, some wouldn’t be equipped at all. You’d be grateful for those parts where you’d be able to walk and step on the wooden bridges and paths. But except those short and the easiest parts of the way, you’d need to climb on the steep and narrow rocks, hop along cobblestones and boulders. Timing: don’t rush, remember when you’re on the top, that was only a half of your journey. There is the same long way down the mountain when you’re on the summit. Tips: be prepared for considerable change of the temperature and other weather conditions. We started in a pleasant sunny day and finished when it was drizzling and the fog was literally embracing us. Add up some wind and decreased temperature and you’re almost in our shoes out there. You’d definetely need to wear tracking boots or something alike, protecting and supporting your feet well. Otherwise you risk hurting your ankles and knees. (as us, cause we were not prepared) You’d also want to change your clothes after 6-7 hours tracking up and down this mountain. Believe me you’ll be sweating af.
4. Seongsan Ilchulbong
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4.5 based on 2,014 reviews
Reviewed By Guane3 - Melaka, Malaysia
Worth the climb up to the top with awesome views and unexpected greenery environment on the former volcano.
5. Songaksan Mountain
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4.5 based on 128 reviews
Reviewed By persianinseoul - South Korea, null
You get an amazing view when you go up the stairs. the view also changes a lot, from pine trees to sand beach, volcanic rock beach, and the view of Halla mountain (the highest mountain in South Korea). Everywhere was very clean and the path was clear and guide signs were easy to find. I also really enjoyed the ocean view. It's perfect if you go there on a clear day.
6. Sanbangsan Mountain
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4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Vinodok - Busan, South Korea
Sanbangsan Mountain is a wonderful bell-shaped huge body of lava situated nearby the ocean. At few places, it stretches into the ocean where majestic rock structures can be seen. Almost vertical cliffs with columnar joints at this mountain are impressive. This mountain is visible from almost everywhere in the southwest plains of Jeju. Also the legend associated with this mountain is very interesting. According to the legend, it was plucked out from the Hallasan Mountain peak by the angry Emperor when he got hit by a misfired arrow that was shot to white deer. Interestingly, it is said that the circumferences of the Sanbangsan Mountain and the crater at Hallasan are of similar size. The Jeju Olle Trail Route 10 is connected to this mountain by stairs. A Buddha temple, huge Buddha statue and the caves on this mountain are very beautiful. This mountain along with nearby Yongmeori Coast are highly recommended especially to those who love coastal cliffs and interesting rock formations.
7. Saebyeol Oreum
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4.5 based on 49 reviews
Reviewed By GaryT770 - Arlington, United States
We really enjoyed this hike with our family. It is steep, as the reviews noted, but it is very fast. Our five-year-old and seven-year-old had no problem doing it on their own. It has nice views, isn’t very difficult, and it’s right next to an interesting coffee shop (you can see it from the parking lot) that has been converted from an old horseback riding resort. The coffee shop also has a bakery with some delicious treats for after the hike. Easy to find and plenty of parking. Overall a great little outing.
8. Min Oreum - Oradong
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
