In Jeju Island, there’s a traditional dish called “Momguk,” where “Mom” in Jeju dialect means “seaweed” (fortunately, it doesn’t refer to the human body). Momguk is a soup made by simmering seaweed and pork, creating a memorable combination of seafood and pork. The broth is quite hearty, falling somewhere between a soup and a porridge. “At Seogwipo, Jeju: Momguk at ...
Whenever I visit Jeju Island, there’s one place I never miss out on: Seogwipo’s daily Olle Market. While exploring the area, I naturally find myself drawn to the market. Seogwipo’s Olle Market always exudes a lively atmosphere, making it a must-visit spot. People have various reasons for visiting the market – sometimes it’s to buy some quick snacks, and other ...
For this Jeju Island trip, I booked accommodation in Seogwipo. Personally, I prefer spending time in the southern part of Jeju Island, Seogwipo, over Jeju City. There are plenty of options for accommodations like hotels, and they offer good value for the price. You can find many hotels with excellent facilities at reasonable prices. “Jeju, Seogwipo Hotel: Hotel Bridge Seogwipo” ...
Jeju Island boasts stunning natural landscapes, offering numerous attractions to explore during the daylight hours. However, options for evening activities are relatively limited after the sun sets. This can leave one feeling a bit disappointed due to the scarcity of places to visit in the evening. While traveling in Jeju, one can distinctly feel the difference between urban and rural ...
Even on this trip to Jeju Island, I chose to stay in Seogwipo. Personally, I find Seogwipo in the south to be more reminiscent of the true essence of Jeju Island compared to Jeju City, which houses the airport. Moreover, accommodations in Seogwipo tend to be more affordable and offer better conditions compared to those in Jeju City. That’s why, ...
Next to the Jeju Seogwipo World Cup Stadium, there is a place called “Seri World.” Here, services like “kart experience, horseback riding experience, and maze park” are provided. The road leading to Seri Maze World is quite narrow, and at times, you may wonder if you’re heading in the right direction. However, after navigating through the narrow alley, you will ...
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 ...
In Seogwipo, Jeju, you can find several “King Tangerine Experience Farms”. These farms actually cultivate tangerines. Recently, they have been offering services where visitors can harvest tangerines directly from the farm and eat as much as they want, turning it into a tourism product. “Jeju King Tangerine Experience Farm” When you visit a King Tangerine Experience Farm, you can taste ...
Located in the southeastern part of Jeju Island, Soesokak is situated at the southern end of Hyodoncheon, where a stream flows down from Hallasan Mountain. The deep pool formed by the meeting of fresh water from Hyodoncheon and seawater is none other than Soesokak. “Soe” means “a pond that looks like a resting cow,” and “kak” means “the last end.” ...
Jeju Island is famous for its traditional dish called “Momguk”. In addition to Momguk, you can also find other Jeju traditional dishes like Bomalguk (abalone soup) and Dosegiguk (black pig intestine soup). However, it can be quite challenging to find a restaurant that serves Dosegiguk. “Jeju Seogwipo Traditional Restaurant ‘Molgol-Momguk'” Located not far from Seogwipo City Hall in Seogwipo, Jeju, ...
Sanghyowon, located in Seogwipo, Jeju, is an approximately 80,000 square meter arboretum. It was established by KC Cottrell Chairman Lee Dalwoo with the intention of sharing the beautiful natural scenery with others. Situated at an altitude of 400 meters, this place offers views of Mount Hallasan and the Seogwipo Sea, and it houses indigenous plants unique to Jeju. It serves ...
In Jeju Island, you can find a variety of cafes. As it is one of the representative tourist destinations in South Korea, and a region where you can enjoy beautiful natural landscapes, you can explore charming cafes all around. Near Seogwipo Wimi Port in Jeju, you can find a large-scale cafe called ‘EPL’. EPL is a brunch cafe that spans ...