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✅ 4 Must-Visit Places/Landmarks in Jeju
✅ Timed 1-day Jeju Itinerary with Interactive Map
✅ Access to My KakaoMap Group for Easy Navigation in Korea
✅ 4 Dining Options (Restaurants & Café)
✅ Discounted Activities, Tours and Travel Essentials
✅ Highly-rated Hotels in Jeju
Ideally, spend a week in Jeju to fully experience the island’s beauty from north to south and east to west. But if you only have one full day, here’s a sample 1-day itinerary for a quick getaway.
Travel Essentials
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I highly suggest that you pack light only as you will do a lot of walking in following this itinerary. But if you have heavy bags with you, you may use this luggage services in Jeju for your convenience ⬇️
If you know how to drive and has a valid driver's license that you can use in Korea, I highly suggest that you book a car in Jeju instead of using the island's public transportation. You will not only save time but also save in your travel funds if you are traveling as a group and will split the cost. Find a cheap car rental here ⬇️
If you want to maximize your day, make sure to catch the earliest flight from Seoul to Jeju. Plan ahead to snag budget-friendly fares. You can even get a round-trip flight from Seoul to Jeju for only ₩45,000 if you book in advance!
Gimpo International Airport (김포국제공항) is a key gateway to Seoul, located just 15 kilometers from the city center. It serves both domestic and international flights, making it a convenient hub for travelers. The airport is well-equipped with modern facilities, including shopping and dining options. Its proximity to Seoul’s major attractions makes it an ideal entry point for visitors.
Kdramas filmed here:
Not Others (2023)
King the Land (2023)
Reborn Rich (2022)
Why Her (2022)
Snowdrop (2021-2022)
Inspector Koo (2021)
Check Out The Event (2021)
The Best Ending (2021)
When My Love Blooms (2020)
My Holo Love (2020)
VIP (2019)
Familiar Wife (2018)
Beautiful Gong-Shim (2016)
Warm and Cozy (2015)
She Was Pretty (2015)
Twenty Again (2015)
Reply 1988 (2015)
I Miss You (2012-2013)
Queen In-Hyun's Man (2012)
You’re Beautiful (2009)
Which Star Are You From (2006)
My Girl (2005-2006)
Stairway to Heaven (2003-2004)
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When you exit Jeju International Airport airport, you can take a bus to Seongsan Ilchulbong, get off at 성산일출봉입구 정류장. Total travel time is 1 hour and 30 minutes. I suggest that you start your day from the farthest and travel back closer to the airport at night.
Jeju International Airport (제주국제공항) is the main gateway to South Korea's scenic Jeju Island, known for its stunning landscapes and unique volcanic formations. It offers a range of international and domestic flights, making it convenient for travelers. The airport features modern amenities, including shopping and dining options to enhance your travel experience.
Kdramas filmed here:
Queen of Divorce (2024)
Welcome to Samdal-ri (2023-24)
Tell Me That You Love Me (2023)
King the Land (2023)
Yumi's Cells 2 (2022)
Shooting Stars (2022)
High Class (2021)
Check Out The Event (2021)
Run On (2020-2021)
The Spies Who Loved Me (2020)
More Than Friends (2020)
Dinner Mate (2020)
Itaewon Class (2020)
Warm and Cozy (2015)
The Legendary Witch (2014-15)
Goddess of Marriage (2013)
Queen In-Hyun's Man (2012)
My Girl (2005-06)
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9:00 AM - Seongsan Ilchulbong (성산일출봉)
UNESCO World Heritage site, also known as Sunrise Peak. Even if you miss the sunrise, the view is still magnificent. It’s a 1-hour hike to the peak so prepare to walk.
Seongsan Ilchulbong, or Sunrise Peak, is a stunning tuff cone that rises 180 meters from the sea, formed by ancient volcanic activity. Once an island, it's now connected to Jeju Island by sand and soil. The peak features a large crater, about 600 meters wide and 90 meters deep, and is surrounded by fields of silver grass. It’s a prime spot for sunrise views and panoramic sights of Udo Island, and was designated a natural reserve in 2000.
Even if you miss the sunrise at this UNESCO World Heritage site, the view is still magnificent. It’s a 1-hour hike to the peak so prepare to walk.
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11:30 AM - Lunch
There are various dining options near Seongsan Ilchulbong with a scenic view of the ocean. Here are some:
성산봄죽칼국수 성산점 @jeju_ss_bom (Instagram)
𓎩 Main dish: Kalguksu
🕖 Mon to Sat | 7:00 AM ~ 8:00 PM
Breaktime: 3:30 ~ 5:00 PM | Last order: 7:30 PM
🚫 Closed: Sunday
🚕 5 mins from Seongsan Ilchulbong (성산일출봉)
Filming location of the Kdrama "Run On" starring Im Si-wan and Shin Se-kyung.
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If you’re a fan of the Kdrama ‘Run On,’ you can dine at Seongsan Bomaljuk Kalguksu Restaurant Seongsan Branch (성산봄죽칼국수). It's just 5-minute away by car or taxi.
Bokjassi Briquette is a coastal-view restaurant loved by Korean celebrities. They serve a delicious Jeju black pork that you must try when in Jeju!
✨️ Best Seller: Black Pork Meat with side dishes (good for 2-3 people). A Jeju island must-eat! 😋
Bokjassi Briquette Grill is surprisingly rated as one of the top three black pork restaurants on Jeju Island. Their Jeju pork has been government-certified for over 12 years!
𓎩 Other Dishes: White Pork Meat, Kimchi Jjigae, Yeolmu Guksu, Gyeranjjim.
🌟 Visited by Celebrities:
✔️ IU
✔️ Jang Geun Suk
✔️ Han Go Eun
✔️ Kim Gu Ra
✔️ and many more!
🎬 Featured in: Same Bed, Different Dreams 2 - You Are My Destiny
⏳ Serving/Waiting Time: 15 to 20 mins.
📋 Menu: No English translations, but the staff can explain it in English.
🕖 Open Every Day: 12:00 NN - 10:00 PM
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Another dining option is Bokjassi Briquette Grill (복자씨연탄구이), a celebrity-favorite samgyeopsal restaurant. Actress-singer IU ate here too!
Snap photos with beautiful seasonal flowers in this café. Just buy a drink for a free garden entrance! Note that each diner has to buy a coffee in order to enter the garden. It's a nice cafe especially during the spring season. Personally, I think it's one of the best hydrangea photo spots in Jeju.
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Snap photos with beautiful seasonal flowers in this café. Just buy a drink for a free garden entrance. Best to visit during spring season! But you may skip this if you don't like having a photoshoot with the flowers. It's an hour and 40 minutes by car from Seongsan Ilchulbong.
Hamdeok Seoubong Beach, nestled along Jeju Olle Trail Course 19, is one of Jeju's top beaches. Just 20 kilometers from Jeju International Airport, it dazzles with emerald-blue waters, white sands, and towering palm trees. Highlights include a scenic bridge, a grassy picnic area, and a coastal walking trail. Don’t miss the Seoubong Volcanic Cone, especially in spring when it's adorned with canola blossoms, offering stunning views of Hallasan Mountain.
Personally, it's my top beach pick in Jeju! Close to the airport, clear waters, white sand, wide shore, water activities and amazing sunsets.
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My top beach pick in Jeju! Close to the airport, clear waters, white sand, wide shore, water activities and amazing sunsets. If you can only visit one beach in Jeju, I highly suggest that you pick this one! From Bukchonegameon, it's just 6 minutes by car and 16 minutes by bus + walking.
Jeju Dongmun Night Market, the island's largest and oldest market, offers a vibrant slice of local life. Since its establishment in 1945, it has been a hub for fresh seafood, including the renowned sliced raw cutlassfish and innovative dishes like samhap and tteokgalbi. The market also features a range of goods from vegetables to clothing. For first-time visitors, it's a must-visit destination to experience Jeju’s culinary delights and shop for unique souvenirs.
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Jeju’s largest and oldest market. Enjoy a variety of food, including the famous Jeju black pork, and shop for souvenirs. It's just 25 minutes by car/taxi from Hamdeok Seoubong Beach and 50 minutes by bus + walking.
This market will be your last stop in Jeju and it's just 15-minute away from Jeju International Airport.
9:20 PM - Fly back to Seoul
Ensure timely check-in and boarding so you won't miss your flight.
Jeju International Airport (제주국제공항) is the main gateway to South Korea's scenic Jeju Island, known for its stunning landscapes and unique volcanic formations. It offers a range of international and domestic flights, making it convenient for travelers. The airport features modern amenities, including shopping and dining options to enhance your travel experience.
Kdramas filmed here:
Queen of Divorce (2024)
Welcome to Samdal-ri (2023-24)
Tell Me That You Love Me (2023)
King the Land (2023)
Yumi's Cells 2 (2022)
Shooting Stars (2022)
High Class (2021)
Check Out The Event (2021)
Run On (2020-2021)
The Spies Who Loved Me (2020)
More Than Friends (2020)
Dinner Mate (2020)
Itaewon Class (2020)
Warm and Cozy (2015)
The Legendary Witch (2014-15)
Goddess of Marriage (2013)
Queen In-Hyun's Man (2012)
My Girl (2005-06)
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Discounted Activities & Day Tours
If you prefer a package tour for your convenience instead of exploring Jeju DIY-style, you can book any of these tours via Klook. Make sure to use the discount code: KOREAFILESKLOOK to get 5% off!
✅ This is a packed itinerary which aims to see many locations in a day and you will only have limited time in each destination in order not to miss your flight. But feel free to customize this and remove/add destination based on your preference. You can also change the day/time arrangement based on your schedule; just make sure to check the closing day/time of each location.
✅️ Public buses are available in Jeju but taxi or car rental is preferred to save time especially if you will be traveling in a group.
✅ This itinerary includes an interactive map which you can use while traveling. But because Google Map isn't that reliable in Korea, you can just copy the name of each location in Korean and paste it to your KakaoMap or NaverMap. Or better yet, access my personal KakaoMap group for FREE!
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