Jeju appeals to couples and honeymooners with its scenes of open seas, the sky, and the vivid greens of Baekyaki Oreum Volcanic Cone making every moment feel cinematic. There's a whole village that is full of colourful buildings, and a beach is adorned with a red and white horse-shaped lighthouse.
These vivid colours of Jeju help create that romantic mood that you’re seeking. Other great things to do for couples in Jeju include the many trails that are perfect for slow walks with your loved one. Let’s check out some of Jeju's most romantic places that are better enjoyed while holding hands with that special someone.
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Spirited Garden
Charming gardens with hundreds of bonsai trees
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The Spirited Garden is actually a collection of 7 smaller gardens, each filled with pretty flora and water features. While this area is now a wonderful spot for peaceful contemplation, it was originally barren and rocky. The creation of the garden was the work of 1 man, founder Seong Beom-yeong. More than 400 trees and various native Korean plants are planted in this garden.
The Spirited Garden is themed around a natural volcanic stone. There's also a manmade waterfall that flows into a pond filled with koi fish. Visit the onsite café to try homemade roasted coffee and Jeju pork sausages, with an excellent view of the gardens.
Location: 675 Nokchabunjae-ro, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Open: Daily from 9 am to 6 pm
Phone: +82 (0)64-772-3701
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Ihoteu Beach
A beach with pretty lighthouses
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Arriving at Ihoteu Beach, red and white horse-shaped lighthouses will greet you. To get here, travel along the Yongdam Coastal Road, a famous spot for viewing spectacular sunsets. These distinctive lighthouses create an otherworldly atmosphere and look quite magnificent during sunset.
The sun sets between the 2 lighthouses, providing you with great photo opportunities. Ihoteu Beach remains open at night, so arrive sometime before sunset for an ideal experience.
Location: 20 Dori-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
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Seongsan Ilchulbong
A favourite for viewing magical sunrises
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Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak) is a tuff cone with a crater formed through volcanic activity. It’s been designated as Korea’s Natural Monument No. 420, as well as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It’s a popular spot among locals and visitors. The path leading up to it is well maintained, but wearing comfortable shoes is recommended as the climb is rather steep.
It’s famous for a sunrise-viewing spot as the name suggests, but you don’t have to schedule your visit around sunrise because its natural beauty shines no matter the time of day.
Location: 1 Seongsan-ri, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Open: Daily from 7 am to 8 pm
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Camellia Hill
A spot in Jeju that's full in bloom
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Camellia Hill is famous for more than just camellia flowers; it’s also home to themed seasonal events like the Hydrangea Festival and Silver Grass Festival. And thanks to the many guide maps, you can look around without getting lost.
Each walking trail is numbered, and all areas feature a designated photo spot for you to capture memories with a loved one. You can see exquisite flowers regardless of season, but if you can visit in autumn for a breathtaking display of silver grass and pink muhly.
Location: 166 Byeongak-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Open: June–August: daily from 8.30 am to 7 pm. March–May and September–November: daily from 8.30 am to 6.30 pm. December–January: daily from 8.30 am to 6 pm
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Cheonjiyeon Waterfall
A Jeju natural monument
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Reach Cheonjiyeon Waterfall Cross, a designated natural monument, via a stepping-stone bridge past a wooded trail. The roaring sound of the flowing water will invigorate the soul, and you won’t be able to leave without a picture.
There are many other interesting destinations such as Saeyeon Bridge around Cheonjiyeon, one of the most famous spots in Jeju. You won’t need to spend too much time here, so it’s recommended as a starting point on your day of sightseeing.
Location: 667-7 Cheonji-dong, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
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Hallim Park
Find the caves in this leafy garden
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Hallim Park is a natural garden where you can see a variety of tree species, including giant palm and bamboo. There are sculptures that symbolise Jeju along the trails between the lush trees, adding to the Jeju vibe.
Inside Hallim Park are Hyeopjae Cave and Ssangyong Cave. There is a hole in the ceiling in the middle of Ssangyong Cave that lets in sunlight, and the plant life that grows around it amplifies the mystical atmosphere.
Location: 300 Hallim-ro, Hallim-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Open: March–August: daily from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm. September–October: daily from 8.30 am to 5 pm. November–February: daily from 9 am to 4.30 pm
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Yeomiji Botanical Garden
A place of arboreal beauty
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Yeomiji Botanical Garden is a place brimming with beauty created by plant life. You can find lush forests, tropical trees, greenhouses, a hedge maze, international gardens, and even structures with thatched roofs. Wearing comfortable shoes is recommended because Yeomiji Botanical Garden is so large that even a ride on the garden train inside takes ten minutes to see it in its entirety.
Don’t skip the dome-shaped observation deck that overlooks the entire garden because you just might get a view of Mount Halla on a nice day.
Location: 93 Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
Open: Daily from 9 am to 6 pm
Phone: +82 (0)64-735-1100
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Jeju Swiss Village
A unique and striking sight in Jeju
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The colourful buildings of the Swiss Village naturally draw you in, and the guest houses, souvenir and accessory shops, as well as cafés, make you want to stay. Of course, the vibrant buildings make for excellent photo subjects and backdrops, and your pictures are all but guaranteed to really pop.
Just look for 2 trees at the entrance to the village that grow as one, symbolising love and creating a romantic vibe as soon as you arrive.
Location: 566-27 Hamwaro-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
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Spas in Jeju
Relax in style at Jeju’s divine wellness spas
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Jeju has a slew of sumptuous wellness spas to soothe stress and restore harmony to the body and soul. Most of the island’s top contenders reside in fancy 5-star hotels. Nonetheless, non-guests can usually make use of the facilities for a fee.
Pampering packages span Korean massage to mud-infused skincare therapy and aquatic treatments like whirlpool tubs and hinoki baths. Expect an eclectic mix of Eastern and Western therapies at any given spa. Not sure where to go? L'île Spa, Haevichi Resort, and Haemian are among the top spas and spa resorts in Jeju that receive rave reviews.
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Jeju Starlight World Park and Planetarium
Awe-inspiring science for the whole family
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The Jeju Starlight World and Planetarium is a great place to learn about astronomy. It has powerful, cutting-edge telescopes offering incredibly precise and magnified images of the universe. Experts are on hand to talk you through what you're seeing.
Visit the planetarium or 4D theatre for a whirlwind virtual journey around the wonders of the universe. The 2-storey exhibition hall has displays about the history of astronomy and journeys to outer space. The outdoor plaza has a colourful model of the solar system, an enormous sundial, and several observation binoculars.
Location: Odeung-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea
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