Jeju · 서귀포시
Seogwipo: what to see and do
The southern half of Jeju, with rapeseed fields, Seongsan's volcanic coast and the old forest of the Gotjawal.
Known for
- Jeju Gotjawal Provincial Park, a forest growing on lava rock
- Seongsan area, with views of Udo and the sea
- Shiri Hill, a coastal hill from the film Shiri
What to do
On the east side, see the rapeseed fields near Seongsan Ilchulbong with views of Udo. In the west, walk the Gotjawal forest paths, or visit Shiri Hill near the Jungmun coast.
Tip: Distances here are big, so rent a car or book a taxi for the day. Rapeseed flowers bloom in spring.
From Seoul: Flight 1 h, then bus 1 h
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