2-Day Seogwipo Escape: Udo to Oedolgae

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by Sophia

May 7, 2024 · 2 min read

Seogwipo 2 Days Itinerary

Embark on a tranquil 2-day journey through the coastal city of Seogwipo, located on the stunning Jeju Island. Your adventure begins with a full day at Udo, a serene temple haven where spirituality meets the sea, offering a peaceful retreat to reflect and relax. Next, set sail for Seongsan Ilchulbong, a majestic natural wonder best explored by yacht, where you'll spend four hours marveling at the panoramic views. On day two, the sound of Jeongbang Waterfall's cascades welcomes you, followed by an exciting 2-hour underwater exploration aboard the Seogwipo submarine. Your journey continues with a visit to the enchanting Cheonjiyeon Waterfall, where the harmony of nature's melodies will soothe your soul. Conclude your Seogwipo sojourn at Oedolgae Rock, not just a geological marvel but also a cultural museum, offering insights into the island's rich history. This itinerary promises a blend of relaxation, adventure, and cultural enrichment, all set against the backdrop of Jeju Island's breathtaking coastal landscapes.

Top 6 Hotels in Seogwipo
TOP 1
Parnas Hotel Jeju
Parnas Hotel Jeju
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Landing Jeju Shinhwa World Hotels & Resorts
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Marriott Jeju Shinhwa World Hotels & Resorts
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The Shilla Jeju
The Shilla Jeju
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Golden Tulip Jeju Seongsan Hotel
Golden Tulip Jeju Seongsan Hotel
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Somerset Jeju Shinhwa World
Somerset Jeju Shinhwa World
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2 Days in Seogwipo Itinerary: Day 1

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Udo

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Embarking on our Seogwipo adventure, the first stop is the serene Udo, a place where spirituality and natural beauty intertwine. Nestled in Cheju, Udo-myeon, this temple is not just a sanctuary for the soul but also a feast for the eyes, offering a full day's journey through its tranquil grounds. The temple's architecture harmoniously blends with the surrounding landscape, inviting visitors to reflect and find peace amidst its sacred walls.

Attraction Info

  • Cheju, Udo-myeon, Udo
  • Suggested tour duration: 3-5 hour

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2

Seongsan Ilchulbong

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As the afternoon sun begins to wane, our next destination is the majestic Seongsan Ilchulbong, a natural masterpiece best explored by yacht or sailboat. With a stay time of about 4 hours, you'll have ample opportunity to marvel at the panoramic views of Seogwipo-si from the sea. The towering tuff cone, also known as 'Sunrise Peak', promises an unforgettable experience as you sail around its dramatic cliffs, witnessing the interplay of light and shadow over the ocean.

Attraction Info

  • Seongsan Ilchulbong, Seogwipo-si, South Korea
  • Suggested tour duration: 4-5 hour
  • Open from 7:30am-8:00pm

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2 Days in Seogwipo Itinerary: Day 2

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Jeongbang Waterfall

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Begin your second day in Seogwipo with the majestic Jeongbang Waterfall, a natural spectacle where fresh water meets the ocean. As the only waterfall in Asia that falls directly into the sea, Jeongbang is not just a visual treat but also a cultural touchstone, believed to be a bathing spot for nymphs. Spend an hour here, enveloped by the sounds of crashing waves and the sight of the waterfall framed by pine trees, before heading to your next aquatic adventure.

Attraction Info

  • 37 Chilsimni-ro214beon-gil, Seogwipo, Jeju-do, South Korea
  • Suggested tour duration: 1 hour
  • Open from 9:00am-5:40pm

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2

seogwipo submarine

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Dive into the depths of Seogwipo's clear waters without getting wet aboard the Seogwipo Submarine. Your two-hour underwater journey will reveal the vibrant marine life and mysterious sea landscapes that lie beneath the waves. Glide past colorful coral reefs and schools of whimsical fish, and keep an eye out for the occasional sunken shipwreck. This immersive experience is a must-do for ocean enthusiasts and those looking to add a splash of adventure to their itinerary.

Attraction Info

  • 40 Namseongjung-ro, Seogwipo, Jeju-do, South Korea
  • Suggested tour duration: 2 hour
  • Open from 9:30am-4:30pm
18 min,0.94 km
3

Cheonjiyeon Waterfall

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After resurfacing from the submarine's depths, continue your exploration of Seogwipo's water wonders at Cheonjiyeon Waterfall. Spend two hours wandering through the lush surroundings and marvel at the waterfall's serene beauty. The name 'Cheonjiyeon' means 'sky connected with land,' and as you watch the water cascade into the pond below, you'll understand why. The site is also home to a variety of plant species, making it a perfect spot for nature lovers and photographers alike.

Attraction Info

  • Cheonjiyeon Waterfall, Seogwipo-si, South Korea
  • Suggested tour duration: 2 hour
18 min,1.11 km
4

Oedolgae Rock

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Conclude your day with a visit to the iconic Oedolgae Rock, a majestic natural pillar set against the backdrop of the ocean. Spend two hours exploring the area, which offers more than just its impressive rock formation. Oedolgae is surrounded by legends and history, and the walking paths around it provide stunning views of the coastline. As the sun begins to set, the rock's silhouette against the fiery sky creates a breathtaking scene, ensuring your Seogwipo adventure ends on a high note.

Attraction Info

  • Seogwi-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju Island, South Korea
  • Suggested tour duration: 2 hour
  • Open 24 hours
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Top Things to Do in Seogwipo-2024

TOP 1
Aqua Planet Jeju
Aqua Planet Jeju
4.6/5 · 368 review
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Highlights:
  • Watch a variety of local fish and experience the beauty of Jeju Island’s water
  • Walk through the underwater tunnel and watch sea creatures
  • Feel and pet underwater creatures with your children in the touch pool


Aqua Planet Jeju is located in Seokji, with a total area of 25,600 square meters. It consists of four areas: aquarium, marine stage, marine science and central venue. The volume of the pool is 10,800 tons. The museum displays a total of 48,000 creatures, including whale sharks, dolphins, large sharks, and 10,000 damselfishes. The aquarium has three floors, one underground and two above ground. The entrance is located on the second floor where visitors can start viewing. The second floor reproduces "Jeju and the Sea of the Five Oceans", consisting of the Arctic Sea, the Atlantic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean, the Indian Ocean, and the Antarctic Sea, and displays representative creatures of each ocean. On the first floor, with the theme of "the gorgeous encounter between the ocean and the jungle", visitors can three-dimensionally watch aquatic creatures such as seals and penguins, and the trees and jungles in the museum are lush, which can be described as a veritable "ocean adventure", bringing tourists a tropical rainforest adventure-like experience. The touch pool is also on the first floor. After crossing the "Ocean Adventure", children can put their hands into the pool to have close contact with marine creatures such as magpie sharks, conch shells, and starfish. On the basement level, there is a main pool called "three-dimensional (IMAX) ocean" that "Aquaplanet Jeju" is proud of. The pool is 23 meters long and 8.5 meters high, also known as the "Sea of Jeju". It is reported that in order to better withstand the water pressure, the thickness of the acrylic board is as high as 60 cm, the production cost is about 10 billion won.


THE OCEAN OF FANTASY. We invite you to the fantasy world of the sea, where everything, from exciting singing and dancing to diving,comes to life!


Jeju haenyeo performance. One of the many treasures of Jeju Island, the haenyeo. Spend a meaningful time listening directly to the stories of the haenyeo who have always been with you but are not very familiar with.


Meal time for creatures in the main hall. During the meal time of various marine creatures in the super large main pool of Jeju Island Aqua Planet, interesting ecological stories are staged.


"Cells of Yumi" Jeju Special Exhibition. Yumi’s cells, whom we got to know through Naver web comics and TV dramas, have transcended the boundaries of graphics and come to the real world as vivid technological art! "Beautiful Cells" Jeju Special Exhibition is South Korea's first experiential art exhibition, introducing various tourist destinations in Jeju Island. Let’s have a wonderful trip to Jeju with the cells!

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TOP 2
Seongsan Ilchulbong
Seongsan Ilchulbong
4.7/5 · 1,826 review
Highlights:
Seongsan Sunrise Peak is a rare volcanic body erupting from the sea among the many craters in Jeju Island 100,000 years ago. Sunrise Peak is 182 meters above sea level. On the top of the mountain is a sand bowl-shaped volcano with a diameter of 600 meters and a depth of 90 meters. mouth. 99 sharp stones surround the crater like a huge crown. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, it is very open, with Udo Island to the north, Seokji Cape to the south, and Shishan Peak, Doosan Peak, and Diwei Peak to the west. The sunrise view from the top of Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak will make you sigh involuntarily. If you come here on weekends, you can see that many local Koreans, men and women, young and old, will definitely try to climb to the top of the mountain, because the more you climb up, the more breathtaking the scenery, and only when you get to the top of the mountain can you see the coastline better The vast sea and the magnificent idyllic scenery on the grassland, so since you are here, you must insist on climbing to the top of the mountain! Sunrise Peak was once used as agricultural land, but now there are more than 200 kinds of plants such as purple awn, vines, and angelica, and various animals such as pheasants. Since the ridge is covered with grass, it is possible to take a walk or ride one of the short-legged horses here. In addition, the nearby rape blossoms bloom brilliantly in spring, and it is even more wonderful to watch the sunrise during this time. This is also the location of the popular Korean dramas "My Name is Kim Sam Soon" and "MyGirl". In addition, every year around New Year's Day, the Seongsan Sunrise Festival held here, a grand festival and unique folk culture, will surely make you unforgettable for a lifetime.
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TOP 4
Teddy Bear Museum
Teddy Bear Museum
4.5/5 · 1,398 review
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Highlights:
The Jeju Teddy Bear Museum conveys the century-old teddy culture and collects limited edition teddy bears from all over the world. While experiencing the visual feast, it seems to return to the age of innocence. The museum is located at the entrance of the Chinese tourist area in Seogwipo City. As soon as you enter the entrance of the museum, you can see a pair of teddy bears bowing to you. Some content also introduces the long history of teddy bears, it is recommended to take a good look before visiting. The whole hall is divided into two parts: indoor and outdoor. The indoor is roughly divided into the history hall on the first floor, which introduces the major historical events of the teddy bear from the birth of 100 years ago to the present. Character teddy bear and other composition. You can see some scenes composed of teddy bears, such as the return of Hong Kong, the Terracotta Warriors, the human landing on the moon, the Normandy landing, the Titanic, the Berlin Wall, the opening of Disneyland, etc. In the art gallery on the 2nd floor, you can see the teddy bears used in the Korean drama "Palace", the teddy bears with 125 carats of gemstones, and the Louis Vuitton teddy bears worth about 1.3 million yuan. The outdoor exhibition hall is the Teddylin theme park. There is a circular plaza that reproduces Pontiac cars and buildings in the 1950s, a polar bear family enjoying water play, a picnic family, an Asian black bear family, and a love fountain where Teddy gets married and holds a wedding. Every hour on the hour When the clock is located, a pair of cute bears will emerge from it! If you are really tired from walking, don't forget to sit down and take a close photo with the bears. If you want to enjoy the scenery of Jeju Island while tasting delicious food, you can also go to the fast food restaurants, cafes and bars in the museum. The price of fast food restaurants is not expensive, hamburgers and ice cream taste good, and there are many people who eat them.
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TOP 5
Hallasan National Park
Hallasan National Park
4.6/5 · 654 review
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Highlights:
Halla Mountain is 1950 meters above sea level. It is a dormant volcano. There are more than 2,000 kinds of plants and more than 4,000 kinds of animals vertically distributed with the increase of altitude. The volcanic lake "Bailutan". Since there is no cable car, one way to visit Hallasan is to hike up. There are many mountaineering routes on Halla Mountain, but the only ones that can reach Bailutan are Chengbanyue Mountain and Guanyin Temple. The one-way climbing route of Hallasan Mountain is within 10 kilometers, and you can go back and forth on the same day. Climbing to Halla Mountain, you can experience the four seasons of warmth, heat, coolness and coldness in one day. Spring and autumn are the golden tourist seasons for Hallasan Mountain, but in fact, there are beautiful scenery all year round, from the sea of flowers in spring, the green forests and streams in summer, to the mountains full of red leaves in autumn and the vast snow field in winter. You can spend a day or half a day climbing Hallasan. If you choose a day trip, you must climb to the top of the mountain to overlook the beautiful scenery of Jeju’s Seogwipo coast, and the Jindalai (that is, azalea red) near the top of the mountain is integrated with the Jeju white juniper, which is still a hundred years old after death, which is also unique. A scene. It is recommended to go up the mountain from the Guanyin Temple route, and after arriving at Bailutan, go down the mountain from the Chengbanyue route. Although the route of Guanyin Temple is steep, the scenery along the way, such as Tamla Valley, Ant Shepherd, and the Sanctuary of the Triangle Peak, is varied and interesting. Although the route of Chengbanyue is the longest among the mountaineering routes, the route is relatively flat. There is a large area of Korean fir forest, and if you are lucky, you can also see animals such as white-backed woodpeckers, badger pigs, and deer. If you choose a half-day tour, it is recommended to go up the mountain from the Yurimu route, and after arriving at Mount Wei Shi, go down by the Lingshi route. Yurimu is an easier route to climb, and can see the mysterious mountain terrain of Jeju at a glance; while the Lingshi route is difficult to climb, but the distance is short. You can still see the beautiful scenery of Lingshi Qiyan, pine forest, five hundred Arhats, etc., and you can also observe the deer up close.
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Seogwipo 2 Days Itinerary