Jeju World Natural Heritage Center (제주 세계자연유산센터) - Area information - Korea travel information

Jeju World Natural Heritage Center (제주 세계자연유산센터)

14.6Km    2021-05-31

569-36, Seongyo-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-1800-2002

The Jeju World Natural Heritage Center was established to acknowledge Jeju Island’s value as the sole UNESCO World Natural Heritage in Korea. It is comprised of various facilities including a 4D video room, lava tunnel experience, origins of Jeju-do, and many other activities that visitors can experience first-hand. Jeju World Natural Heritage Center is located in the Geomunoreum Lava Tube System, which was designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage in 2007, one of the 20 ecological tourism spots selected by the Ministry of Environment of Korea in 2009, as well as a Korean-style ecological tourism model.

* Opening date: September 4, 2012

Geomunoreum Lava Tube [UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site] (거문오름 [유네스코 세계자연유산])

Geomunoreum Lava Tube [UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site] (거문오름 [유네스코 세계자연유산])

14.6Km    2025-03-13

569-36 Seongyo-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-710-8981

Geomunoreum Lava Tube stands out as one of the distinct oreum (the Jeju language term for parasitic cones) on Jeju Island, marked by its extensive network of around 20 lava tubes running through the volcanic structure. This site is not only a geological marvel but also a sanctuary for diverse biological species. Visitors begin their journey at the Jeju World Natural Heritage Center, from where a path leads directly to the Geomunoreum Lava Tube. It is important to note that prior reservations are required to visit. The significance of this location as a key geological feature was recognized when it was designated as a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site in 2007. Additionally, an international trekking event is hosted annually to celebrate its global importance.

Starbucks Jeju Songdangpark R (스타벅스 더제주송당파크R)

Starbucks Jeju Songdangpark R (스타벅스 더제주송당파크R)

15.0Km    2024-12-27

1189 Bijarim-ro Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Korea's largest Starbucks Reserve exclusive store. Enjoy special coffee along with nature and culture

Starbucks Jeju Songdang R store is Korea’s largest Starbucks Reserve exclusive store. The store offers views of Hallasan Mountain and Jeju Stone Park, so you can leisurely enjoy the scenery of nature with various coffee beverages and foods in and out of the store. There are various specialty beverages, foods, and merchandise available only at the Jeju Songdang R store. As a Starbucks Reserve exclusive store, you can enjoy kinetic artwork representing coffee stories and an exhibition of photographer An Woong-chul's works in collaboration with the global camera manufacturer Leica. 

Olive Young - Jeju Hamdeok-ri Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 제주함덕)

Olive Young - Jeju Hamdeok-ri Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (올리브영 제주함덕)

16.1Km    2024-04-16

522, Johamhaean-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach (함덕 서우봉 해변 (함덕해수욕장))

Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach (함덕 서우봉 해변 (함덕해수욕장))

16.1Km    2025-03-31

519-10 Johamhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Hamdeok Beach is located along Jeju Olle Trail Course 19. It is also referred to as Hamdeok Seoubonghaebyeon Beach due to the volcanic cone nearby. Located just 20 kilometers from Jeju International Airport, the beach is famous for its great scenery of emerald-blue waters, tall palm trees, and white sandy shore. The beach is considered one of Jeju's top three beaches. To the western end of the beach, there is a bridge built over the water. Additional amenities include a grassy field perfect for picnics and a coastal walking trail. In particular, many people visit during summer evenings to enjoy the night sea. Seoubong Volcanic Cone is beautiful in spring when it is covered in yellow canola blossoms. Climbing up to the summit offers fantastic views of the entire area, including Hallasan Mountain on clear days.

GS25 - Jeju Hamdeok Branch [Tax Refund Shop] (GS25제주함덕점)

16.2Km    2024-06-26

2, Hamdeok 13-gil, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

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Wang Ilbeonji Sikdang (왕일번지식당)

Wang Ilbeonji Sikdang (왕일번지식당)

16.4Km    2024-02-20

4610 Jungsangandong-ro, Pyoseon-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do

Wang Ilbeonji Sikdang specializes in black pork bulgogi. Their dwaeji bulgogi (pork bulgogi) is marinated in a spicy sauce and served with Jeju bracken and shiitake mushrooms. Accompanied by seaweed soup and a variety of side dishes, the meal also features juicy and thick black pork belly. It offers a plentiful meal at a reasonable price and is only open for lunch.

Beachstoryhotel / 비치스토리호텔

Beachstoryhotel / 비치스토리호텔

16.4Km    2025-03-05

492-5 , Johamhaean-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-784-7400

Beach Story Hotel stands right next to Hamdeok Beach, Jeju-do, so guests can enjoy the life of the beach and the sight of the ocean all day long. There’s a choice of guestrooms - twin, double, or ondol - and they are neat and clean. The location on Joham Coast Road means guests can enjoy a drive while admiring the coastal scenery. For walkers, Jeju Olle Trail #19 and the Seoubong Trail are close. The famous Café del Mundo is also nearby.

Jewon Haneul (제원 하늘농원)

Jewon Haneul (제원 하늘농원)

16.6Km    2025-10-23

72-5 Daeheulbuk-gil, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Jewon Haneul, spanning 26,046 square meters, has open fields and greenhouse facilities for tangerines. It is certified by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food, and Rural Affairs for non-pesticide farming, Good Agricultural Practices (GAP), and low-carbon practices. The farm grows various citrus fruits throughout the year. Green tangerines are harvested from August to September, field-grown tangerines in October, and Hwanggeumhyang, Redhyang, and Cheonhyehyang varieties from December to February. From the end of April until early May, the farm is adorned with tangerine flowers. It operates various food therapy programs, such as making tangerine marmalade, tangerine cakes, green tangerine syrup, and summer tangerine syrup, depending on the season. In addition, it provides sound therapy programs like singing bowl meditation in the tangerine orchard and making glass wind chimes attached with a wish tag. As such, the farm has become a space for relaxation and rest for those with exhausted minds and bodies.

Ilchulland (일출랜드)

Ilchulland (일출랜드)

16.8Km    2022-08-12

4150-30, Jungsangandong-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
+82-64-784-2080

Ilchulland centered around Micheongul Cave is located in the eastern region on Jeju Island. The attraction provide important resources for academy, tourism and culture as well as store and distribute fresh air, water, green fields and oreum. The undeground area takes human back to the beginning with various chemical elements. Visitors will be able to experience relaxation and refreshing nature not available in the city.