natural wonder
Jeju Island
A volcanic island with dramatic lava tubes, waterfalls, pristine beaches, and the towering Hallasan mountain.
12 km · about 25 min drive
Jeju-do, South Korea · Asia
Jeju City works well as a base: 5 minutes from Seodong, 12km from Jeju Island.
Jeju City is a city located in Jeju-do, South Korea. With a population of 488,844, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Jeju City sits in South Korea, where you drive on the right. It's in the Asia/Seoul time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Jeju City to your route.
Jeju City (Korean: 제주시; Korean pronunciation: [tɕe.dʑu]) is the capital of the Jeju Province in South Korea and the largest city on Jeju Island. The city is served by Jeju International Airport (IATA code CJU).
Located on an island off the Korean Peninsula, Jeju has mild, warm weather during much of the year. The cityRead more
is a well-known resort, with prestigious hotels and public casino facilities. In 2011, 9.9 million passengers flew between the two cities of Seoul and Jeju, making the Gimpo–Jeju route the world's busiest passenger air route.
Jeju welcomes over ten million visitors every year, mainly from the South Korean mainland, Japan, and China. The population of Jeju City is 486,604 people and 225,139 households (244,468 men and 245,136 women, May 2024). The population density is 503.18 (per square km, 2020).
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Jeju City is located in Jeju-do, South Korea, Asia. The coordinates are 33.5097 latitude, 126.5219 longitude.
Jeju City has a population of approximately 488,844 people, making it a city in South Korea.
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Essential numbers in South Korea
Tourist helpline (English): 1330.
Full driving guide for South Korea8 notable places within an hour's drive.
natural wonder
A volcanic island with dramatic lava tubes, waterfalls, pristine beaches, and the towering Hallasan mountain.
12 km · about 25 min drive
natural wonder
South Korea's highest peak on Jeju Island, a volcanic mountain with a crater lake at its summit and diverse hiking trails.
16 km · about 20 min drive
national park
South Korea's highest peak at 1,947 metres, a shield volcano forming the centre of Jeju island and its national park.
16 km · about 20 min drive
famous road
South Korea's highest road, arcing over the western shoulder of Hallasan volcano to the 1,100 m highlands wetland. Misty cedar forests, lava fields and a summit rest stop popular with drivers.
18 km · about 20 min drive
natural wonder
One of the finest lava tubes in the world, stretching over 7 kilometers with impressive lava formations and columns on Jeju Island.
23 km · about 25 min drive
waterfall
A picturesque three-tiered waterfall on Jeju Island surrounded by warm-temperate forest and subtropical plants.
29 km · about 35 min drive
natural wonder
Stunning hexagonal basalt columns formed by volcanic activity along Jeju's southern coast, resembling a natural stone wall.
32 km · about 35 min drive
natural wonder
395-metre lava dome on Jeju's southwest coast with a cave temple partway up and views over Yongmeori shore.
36 km · about 40 min drive
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