Located in the southeast of Jeju, the “Jeju Folk Village” is a place carefully designed to represent the most authentic aspects of Jeju. To preserve Jeju’s cultural heritage in its original form, this large-scale museum, based on the 19th century, was created with the expertise and authentication of Jeju’s traditional culture, including mountain villages, mid-mountain villages, coastal villages, and indigenous beliefs.
“Preserving the Old Appearance of Jeju in Jeju Folk Village”
As the name suggests, Jeju Folk Village is a place where you can see the old appearance of Jeju preserved as it was. Similar to Yongin Folk Village, Jeju Folk Village boasts considerable size. Even if you quickly tour Jeju Folk Village, it may take at least an hour, given its size. Not only the scale but also the various attractions found throughout make it a place where visitors often stop to explore.
“Jeju Folk Village with Extensive Attractions”
At Jeju Folk Village, you can see buildings such as mountain villages, coastal villages, and mid-mountain villages decorated exactly as they were in the past. In some houses, you can actually see Jeju black pigs, and you can also get up close to calves and foals.
In particular, while strolling through the folk village, you may witness horses walking down the path on their own. Just as there is a saying, “Send people to Seoul and horses to Jeju,” horses are easily spotted on Jeju Island.
“Experience Houses Found Throughout…”
While most houses can only be viewed from the outside, some spaces are set up for direct experiences. You can enjoy old-fashioned games like yut nori (traditional board game) inside the houses, and some have arcade games available for nostalgic enjoyment.
“Feeding Animals and More in the Experience Zone…”
Not only people but also animals can be seen up close. You can experience feeding them directly. The feed can be purchased for 1,000 KRW, and it operates on an honor system.
The animals seem to know that when people approach, they’re likely to get food. I even witnessed a horse eagerly greeting me as I approached.
“A Market Offering a Variety of Foods…”
A market is also set up. You can taste a variety of foods inside. However, due to the ongoing COVID-19 situation, the market didn’t seem particularly active.
Moreover, the time of my visit was approaching closing time for Jeju Folk Village, so it felt even more desolate.
“Admission Fee & Jeju Tour Pass”
Given its considerable scale, there is an admission fee. The fee is 11,000 KRW per adult.
However, if you use the Jeju Tour Pass, you can enter for free. Therefore, even if you only plan to visit this place, purchasing a Jeju Tour Pass and using it for entry would be more efficient.
To thoroughly explore Jeju Folk Village, it seems that a lot of time would be needed. This place is one where you would really need to allocate a substantial amount of time to fully appreciate it.
“Jeju Seogwipo: Jeju Folk Village”
- Address: 631-34 Minsohaean-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province, 63629
- Phone: 064-787-4501
- Operating Hours:
- March 1st – March 31st: 8:30 AM – 6:30 PM
- April 1st – July 15th: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- July 16th – August 31st: 8:30 AM – 7:30 PM
- September 1st – September 30th: 8:30 AM – 7:00 PM
- October 1st – February 28th (29th): 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
- Website: Jeju Folk Village Website