5 Hidden Destinations in The East Where You Can Get a Real Taste of Jeju Island
① Must-Visit Canola Flower Spots in Jeju
With the arrival of spring, canola flowers have started to bloom on Jeju Island. If you plan to visit now, you can enjoy seeing these flowers. One good way to see canola flowers is to plan a trip to the eastern part of the island. The eastern villages of Jeju Island offer a different atmosphere from Seogwipo. They are quiet places that offer serene landscapes wherever you go.
Seopjikoji is a popular canola flower viewing spot in the east. Here, you can enjoy the view of Seongsan Ilchulbong and canola flowers from a distance. It’s a travel destination where you can capture the picturesque landscapes of Jeju Island. Walking along the hill of Seopjikoji and enjoying the wide-open sea is also a good idea.
In spring, the canola flower fields of Seopjikoji form a truly spectacular sight. It’s a place where you can experience the true essence of spring, attracting many tourists.
- Address: Gosung-ri, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo, Jeju
- Parking Fee: About $1 for small vehicles for the first 30 minutes, $0.5 for every additional 15 minutes
Gwangchigi Beach is located on the way from Seongsan Ilchulbong to Seopjikoji. It’s the starting point of Jeju Olle Route 2 and offers a unique landscape. Unlike other beaches in Jeju, Gwangchigi Beach comprises geological structures formed by lava meeting the sea and cooling rapidly. The beach is covered in lava rocks and green moss, creating an exotic atmosphere.
Gwangchigi Beach Seopjikoji and Seongsan Ilchulbong are great places to enjoy yellow canola flowers. It’s one of the representative places to see canola flowers in the east. In front of Gwangchigi Beach, there’s a field of canola flowers. Unlike other canola fields, you can visit here without an admission fee.
② Quiet Eastern Villages in Jeju
In the eastern part of Jeju Island, there are quaint rural villages. Ojo-ri, located opposite Seongsan Ilchulbong, is a quiet neighborhood. Ojorfogo became famous as a filming location for the drama “Welcome to Samdal-ri.” The view of Seongsan Ilchulbong, which seems to float on the sea, is breathtaking. Next to Ojo-ri is Jeju Olle Route 2, a great place to slow down and enjoy leisure time. Ojo Port is also famous for its beautiful sunsets. If you visit at sunset, you can enjoy the sunset with Seongsan Ilchulbong.
If you climb Siksanbong, you can capture the entire scenery of Ojo Port. If you’re curious about the peaceful atmosphere of Jeju’s coastal villages, we recommend visiting Ojo Port.
Jongdal-ri in Gujwa-eup is a village located next to Hado-ri. This quiet neighborhood is characterized by its colorful roofs. Although there are no particular tourist spots in Jongdal-ri, you can feel Jeju just by walking around the village.
Some cafes and restaurants capture the atmosphere of Jongdal-ri, making it an excellent place to visit together. You can feel the sentiment of Jeju without visiting any special places. Jongdal-ri is the starting point of Jeju Olle Route 1. If you’re traveling by walking, it’s an excellent place to start trekking along the Olle trail.
You can also enjoy driving along the coastal road and the famous hydrangea road next to the coastal road. If you climb up to Jimibong, you can see the landscape of Seongsan Ilchulbong at a glance. You can also capture the view of the emerald sea and the clustered houses in Jongdal-ri. From Jongdal-ri Beach, you can enjoy the sunset with Seongsan Ilchulbong and Udo.
③ Places to Capture the Sea Scenery
If you’re a traveler who wants to enjoy a walk while enjoying the sea of Jeju, we recommend “Dakmeoreu Coastal Road.” Dakmeoreu Coastal Road leads to the “Haean Nuri Road 50 Course.” It’s a walking path about 1km from the Sinchon-ri Fishing Village changing lodge, and it takes about 30 minutes to walk. Dakmeoreu Coastal Road is a travel destination where you can capture the wide-open sea scenery at a glance.
It’s a great place to enjoy the sunset, offering a mesmerizing view. A wooden deck walking path connects the area around Dakmeoreu Rock. There’s an observatory here, making it an excellent place to rest. While it’s a famous sunset spot among locals, it remains a hidden tourist destination. You can only appreciate the scenery there.
Dakmeoreu Coastal Road is also known as a silver grass spot. Between fall and early winter, you can enjoy the golden waves.
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