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Island of South Korea
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Jeju Island (제주도,濟州島 and formerly romanized as Cheju) is an island off the southern coast of South Korea in the Korea Strait. Korea's largest island and a popular vacation spot and honeymoon destination for Koreans and Chinese, it is crowded with tourists all-year round. The main town and capital is Jeju City.
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Jeju Volcanic Island and Lava Tubes is a UNESCO World Heritage site in the "nature" category. Mount Halla (Hallasan) dominating the island is a dormant volcano and there are underground caves with lava tubes to explore on Geomeunoreum. Seongsan Ilchulbong is a tuff cone crater in Seogwipo. All three are very popular attractions and accessible.
Orrrn is a striking architectural seaside cafe featuring minimalist concrete aesthetics, expansive panoramic ocean views, and serene art- gallery-like vibes. Signature menu items include Orrrn Latte with Udo peanut cream, Ice Cream Cruffin, and fresh Jeju tangerine juice. Reviewers highlight the dramatic sunset vantage points, photogenic architectural lines, and relaxing coastal lounge atmosphere.
해지개더궁
It features a traditional Korean-inspired aesthetic with warm wood tones, decorative patterns, and scenic ocean views through large panoramic windows. Signature drinks include Haejigae Black Sesame Latte, Haejigae Mugwort Cream Latte, and Jeju-themed artisanal pastries like basalt bread and corn pastries. Reviewers highlight the romantic sunset viewing atmosphere, cozy traditional flooring elements, and relaxing seaside seating options.
솔엽수
The cafe is a cozy, old-house renovation (guok-gyeojo) book-cafe hideaway featuring a tranquil and sentimental indie vibe. Signature menu items include Fig Cream Latte alongside specialty coffee, complemented by a quiet reading nook and resident cats. Reviewers and visitors highlight the warm retro interior, relaxed slow-travel atmosphere, and intimate neighborhood character.
미르담
This cafe is a cozy, hidden-gem cat-friendly sanctuary cafe near Jeju International Airport featuring resident cats and sentimental props. Signature menu items include Pistachio Mireung Latte, Strawberry Mungchi Latte, and specialty handcrafted financiers/desserts. Reviewers highlight the warm, intimate atmosphere, charming interior decor, and friendly resident cats that create a relaxing hideaway vibe.
시로코
This cafe is a breezy coastal viewpoint cafe near Jeju airport where low-flying airplanes pass close overhead every few minutes. Signature menu items feature specialty drip/espresso coffee, refreshing ade beverages, and simple-paired bakery/dessert items. Reviewers highlight the unique plane-spotting vantage point, open ocean views toward Yongdam coast, and relaxed pet-friendly neighborhood vibe.
By plane
Jeju International Airport (제주 국제공항) is the main gateway to the island. The vast majority of flights to Jeju are from Gimpo (Seoul's domestic airport) and Busan's Gimhae International Airport.
By boat
Ferry access from the mainland is also available, although the increasingly low price of flying means that fewer people are using this.
By bus
With Jeju's excellent bus system, it is feasible to travel cheaply to practically anywhere on the island, but you will have to pay close attention to timetables outside of the main cities.
By taxi
Jeju provincial office has been operating Jeju global taxi brand with English, Chinese and Japanese services. Call 1899-4314+1 (English).
By car
You can hire a car from the airport with either local or international car hire firms.
Car-sharing
For more flexible and short-term options, car-sharing services are also widely available on Jeju Island.
By motorcycle
Despite the frequent high winds and rain, many people enjoy getting around the island by motorcycle.
By bicycle
Since Jeju is equipped with 182-km-long coastal roads, it is quite popular among Korean university students to rent a bike.
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Jeju City · International · CJU
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the largest and capital city of Jeju Special Self-Governing Province and Jeju-Si district, which covers the northern part of the island, and also where the international airport is. The city does not have many tourist attractions, although it has a few bars and restaurants.
large town, capital of Seogwipo-Si district that covers the southern part of the island, and close to a wide range of the island's tourist sites. Home to a World Cup Stadium and the Jungmun Tourist Resort Complex.
South Korea's highest mountain and popular hiking destination.
The southernmost point of South Korea.
Island between Jeju and Marado.
Small island off the east coast of Jeju that is popular with day-trippers.
Remote islands half way between Jeju and the mainland.
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