Jeju 4D3N Self-Driving Things to Do!

If you ask me which trip is my favourite, I would say Japan and Korea are on that list especially on this lovely Jeju Island. So, I went there last year which I'm not mistaken during summer/fall. Therefore, this blog is going to cover about restaurants and attractions that I went through self-driving. Hope you find it helpful if you have any questions, leave on a comment down below 😄

Sending love from Seopjikaji.

1. Kkodak Kkodak Guesthouse (꼬닥꼬닥게스트하우스) 🏨 

Personally, when I look for accommodation at Jeju I was thinking about free parking because we drove. Thank god, the guesthouse provides free private parking and there is no reservation needed (jackpot). The interesting part about is we need to sleep on the floor and I don't mind since I get a private bathroom, wifi and shared kitchen!

So far, it was a really great stay. Just take note if you bring your huge luggage, prepare to get some muscles on because they aren't any lift to help you. I would recommend you to book here if you don't mind sleeping on the floor, didn't bring heavy stuff and love to walk during night time because they're night market nearby.

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Kkodak Kkodak Guesthouse

📍 39, Cheonji-ro, Seogwipo City, 63591 Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Check in from 3.00 PM until 11.00 PM.
🚗 1-hour drive from Lotte Car Rental | Google Maps.

It's really cold at night when sleeping on the floor.

The bathroom is quite small.

2. Seongsan Ilchubong Park (성산일출봉) 📸

I was so excited to start the journey with the absolutely fascinating view. Basically, Seongsan Ilchubong Park is made from volcanic eruption over 100,00 years ago. Great place for hiking and estimated around 40 minutes to arrive at the peak.

I didn't hike all the way up because I took a very light breakfast and my energy depends on food. By the way, the parking is free and there are other activities such as watching Jeju woman diver performance (1.30 PM / 3.30 PM) and horse riding (5,000 KRW).

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Seongsan Ilchubong Park

📍 284-12, Ilchul-ro, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Summer: 7.10 AM - 7.00 PM, Winter: 7.30 AM - 6.00 PM.
💰 Admission Fee: Adults - 2,000 KRW
🚗 A 30-minute drive from Kkodak Kkodak Guesthouse | Google Maps

Who's already at the top?

Beautiful scenery, the Jeju woman diving show is down there.

Going through ups and down at Seongsan Ilchubong

Picturesque

3. Haeoreum Korean Restaurant (해오름식당) 🥘

I'm so hungry after walking around Seongsan Ilchubong and it's time to explore the food! We actually refer to a collection of Halal restaurants book that I get from Korea Plaza. But, the first restaurant that we go is closed so I just drove around Seongsan Ilchubong because I spot tons of cafe in the area.

Then we found this restaurant, 20 free parking is available and it's tempting by just watching the board. Disclaimer here, this is not a Halal restaurant because they're known for barbeque meat but I ordered a seafood dishes which for me it's okay for that time (desperate times call for desperate measures). But, if you know any Halal restaurant around the area, please let me know on the comment down below yea!

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Haeoreum Korean Restaurant

📍 143-1, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Everyday 8.00 AM - 6.00 PM (Closed on New Years and Chuseok)
🚗 A 5-minute drive from Seongsan Ilchubong |  Google Maps

Located near Seongsan Ilchubong

Korean Side Dishes is going strong

Fresh seafood in the house. 

It's gonna gone in a few minutes.

4. Seopjikoji (섭지코지) 📸

Like I said million times about Jeju, the view are just mesmerizing and this next place is gorgeous! Seopjikoji is located at the end of the eastern shore, and I recommend you to visit here during April because you can spot yellow canola flowers, full bloom baby~  

Honestly, the trail didn't that take a long time to arrive at the lighthouse area. Along the road, you can spot a candy house which if I'm not mistaken is once a chapel and rebuilt due to a typhoon. 

The thing you will enjoy here is the view of the whole seashore and wind breeze welcoming you. If you didn't have the plan to visit after this, check out Jeju Folk Village and Udo Island located nearby!

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Seopjikoji

📍 107, Seopjikoji-ro, Seogwipo, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Open all year round.
🚗 An 18-minute drive from Seongsan Ilchubong |  Google Maps

Never endless view

Can you see the lighthouse from afar?

The candy house that rebuilt after typhoon

Perfect landscape. Applicable for view only.

5. Sangumburi Crater (산굼부리) 📸

From east to south, it's time for the visit a Natural Monument. Basically, it's a flat crater with a mountain view and flame grass (on October). Some said the admission fee is quite expensive, but for me, if you're visiting at the right time where the flame grass is there, and you can get the mountain view it will be alright. #positive

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Sangumburi Crater

📍 768, Bijarim-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Summer (March - October) : 9.00 AM - 6.40 PM, Winter (November - February): 9.00 AM - 5.40 PM.
💰 Admission Fee: Adults (19-64 y/o) - 6,000 KRW
🚗 A 1-hour drive from Seopjikoji |  Google Maps

Take a sit and enjoy the view of the mountain and crater.

예뻐요!

Model of the day. 

Imagine flame grass in October!

6. Metdolttukbaegi (멧돌뚝배기) 🥘

This is another restaurant that I spot out of desperation. Obviously, a few slices of bread won't hold my hunger for a long time, so this is a perfect spot to get some food before we head to the attractions.

Take note that again this is not a Muslim friendly or Halal restaurant, but they do sell seafood dishes which they said to be similar to Asam Pedas, one of the Malaysia cuisine. So we ordered a Mackerel stew and they give tons of delicious Korean side dishes, banchan (반찬)!

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Metdolttukbaegi

📍 70 Songsan-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Everyday: 8.00 AM - 7.30 PM

🚗 A 30-minutes drive from Daepo Jusang Jeolli Cliff |  Google Maps

Parking is available in front of the restaurant.

A very different banchan at this restaurant.

Introducing asam pedas in Korea, Mackarel Stew.

7. Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff (대포주상절리대)📸

I'm not even joking that I can hear waves from the entrance and it already makes me curious. I heard that the cliff was formed when the lava from Hallasan Mountain erupted into the sea of Jungmun, really interesting! The waves lead you to spot the rock pillars that shaped like hexagons, and it happens due to the eruption.

Out of all the attractions that I went to before, Jusangjeolli Cliff is a bit crowded and you need to walk through the stairs to see the cliff. Please be patient and just enjoy the clear blue sea, if you're lucky you can spot the wave reaching out up to 20 meters high, remarkable!

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Daepo Jusangjeolli Cliff

📍 36-30, Iedo-ro, Seogwipo-so, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Everyday: 9.00 AM - 7.00 PM (Last admission 6.00 PM)

💰 Admission Fee: Adults - 2,000 KRW, Paid Parking.

🚗 A 30-minutes drive from Metdolttukbaegi |  Google Maps

My brother also enjoying the view

See that waves? It can go higher!

Walk through the stairs, not as exhausted after seeing the cliff.

Jeju statue (dol hareubang).

8. Cheongjiyeon Falls (천지연폭포)

This will be a series of visiting waterfalls in Jeju and I don't mind it because each of the waterfalls has their own uniqueness. I really love Cheongjiyeon Falls because of the environment, the wooded area that contains a variety of rare plants such as brambles, Sanjuya trees, camellias just fascinating. It somehow feels like I'm in Japan.

When I walk around the area, I felt really calm and the air is really refreshing. Despite the waterfalls, I love to involve the environment and surrounding as well. So, I spot a Juicy Fresh Juice Bar and Innisfree outside the area and get the best of both worlds.

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Cheongjiyeon Falls

📍 Cheonji-dong, Seogwipo-so, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Everyday: 9.00 AM - 10.00 PM (Last admission 9.20 PM)

💰 Admission Fee: Adults - 2,000 KRW, Free parking.

🚗 A 6-minutes drive from Kkodak Kkodak Guesthouse |  Google Maps

Meditating with the eyes close.

Look at those clean water!

Spot an instragammable place! 

Nothing could go wrong when Block B is on my drinks.

9. Jeongbang Falls (정방폭포)

I'm so glad to visit top three waterfalls in Jeju! The ultimate differences among all the waterfalls that Jeongbang Falls is the only waterfall in Asia that falls directly into the ocean. It's actually really tempting to swim there, but you are allowed to soak your feet only!

My advice is to be careful while walking through the rocks because it can be quite slippery. If you bring your grandparents, I would suggest to bring them to the observatory located at the top of the cliff, and they can enjoy the view of the sea.

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Jeongbang Falls

📍 36, Chilsimni-ro, 214 Beon-gil, Seogwipo-so, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Everyday: 9.00 AM - 7.00 PM (Last admission 6.00 PM)

💰 Admission Fee: Adults - 2,000 KRW, Free parking.

🚗 An 8-minutes drive from Kkodak Kkodak Guesthouse |  Google Maps

I wanna jump into the water!

Never try to eat here and I'm not sure if we can join too. Let me know if you know about this!

My mom loves this place!

It can be quite packed here, and it's nearly impossible to get a single shot without anyone on the background.

10. Yongduam Dragon Head Rock (용두암)

I want to end my Jeju trip with a beautiful sunset view, so I decided to see what's going on here. If you're just want to chill and relax, this is your place. Yongduam Dragon Head Rock has its own legend, it was said there is dragon here and there is so many version of the story, don't forget to check it out!

If you're driving, there are designated parking area and you need to pay around 250 KRW which brought you directly to the rock. You might be disappointed by the monument especially if you came near 6PM - 7PM.

My advice is to come early and according to the season because you can spot women divers (haenyeo) collecting abalone, seaweed and you can actually taste the freshness. If you can't spot them, you can drink a cup of coffee and along the coastline, open your car window and enjoy the view.

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Yongduam Dragon Head Rock

📍 15 Yongduam-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 24 hours daily.

💰 Free admission, Paid to park.

🚗 A 5-minutes drive from Champion Hotel |  Google Maps

Back there is the dragon head!

Best spot to watch a sunset.

Spot my favourite sunset!

11. Bada Janchi (바다잔치)

I think we ate a lot of seafood in Jeju, and it's very delicious. By the way, this restaurant has a Muslim-Friendly sticker in front of the store, so don't worry and enjoy the food!

To be exact, the restaurant is located in front of the Ramada Plaza Jeju Hotel. I totally recommend you all to come here because the portion is big, it's delicious and there are tons of banchan. I ordered a bowl of rice with Jeju cuttlefish with vegetables, it cost me 15,000 KRW and it's really fulfilling. The owner and workers are friendly! They even teach us how to eat with gochujang~

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Bada Janchi 

📍 79 Tapdong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 Daily, 8.30 AM - 9.30 PM

💰 Parking space available.

🚗 A 2-minutes drive from Yongduam Dragon Head Rock |  Google Maps

Located in front of the Ramada Plaza Hotel.

Never ending banchan, love it!

Literally, the freshest Jeju cuttlefish!

Do try other dishes as well yea!

12. Champion Hotel (참피온호텔)

Since Seogwipo took one hour journey from the airport, we decided to get closer as we need to catch up a morning flight. The hotel is actually really comfortable and complete with hairdryer, TV and free WiFi, parking and breakfast. 

The funny thing is we actually walk from Jeju Auto House straight to the hotel. It was a bit far but we spot a really interesting environment, they were a small shop where people drinking soju and it just like I'm in a K-drama. Tips: It just 16 minutes walk to Dongmun Market and make sure to grab some Jeju orange!

INFORMATION:

ℹ️ Champion Hotel

📍 131, Namseong-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, Korea.

🕰 24-hour front desk

🚗 An 18-minutes walk from Jeju Auto House, Google Maps

Just nice for three of us!

The bathroom is bigger than my first accommodation.

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When I try to remember back and write how I felt, I really miss Jeju. As someone who loves nature, nothing can beat an island. If I was given an opportunity to go back, I will be there and discover more things and share with you and let you know that Jeju will be the best place you ever visit. Till then, please wait for Busan & Seoul post and have a nice day! ☺️

I'm ready for Busan post! 

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