Planning a 2-night, 3-day trip to Jeju? If it’s your first time in Jeju (like most international travelers), the least tiring and lowest-fail “standard route” is: 1 day in the East + 1 day in the West + 0.5 day in Jeju City. The itinerary below is a ready-to-follow route designed with attraction hours and fees in mind.
Jeju 2-Night, 3-Day Standard Route at a Glance (East → West → Jeju City)
Assumption: Based on rental car/private car travel (most common).
Accommodation recommendation (standard): Night 1 in Seogwipo (Jungmun/Seogwipo Downtown), Night 2 in Jeju City (near the airport) or stay in Seogwipo both nights (if you don’t want to move luggage).
| DAY | Regional Theme | Key Route (Summary) | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | East (Eastern Jeju) | Airport → Hamdeok/Woljeongri → Seongsan (Seongsan Ilchulbong) → Seopjikoji → Overnight in Seogwipo | Binge the “most Jeju-like” scenery |
| Day 2 | West (Western Jeju) | (Depart Seogwipo) Jusangjeolli → O’Sulloc → Hyeopjae/Hallim → Aewol → Overnight in Jeju City | Ocean + cafes + vibes |
| Day 3 | Jeju City/North | Dongmun Market → Yongduam/coast → Airport | Finish with shopping & food |
DAY 1. Jeju East (Eastern Jeju) Standard Course
Recommended Route
Jeju Airport → Hamdeok Beach (or Woljeongri) → Seongsan Ilchulbong → Seopjikoji → (Optional) Seongeup Folk Village → Check in to Seogwipo
1) Morning/Lunch: Get “used to Jeju’s sea” at Hamdeok or Woljeongri
- On day one, your energy drops from flying + picking up the rental car, so starting with a beach walk is the safest move.
- Hamdeok/Woljeongri tends to deliver high satisfaction as your “first Jeju ocean.”
2) Afternoon Must-Do: Seongsan Ilchulbong (Paid Summit Course)
- If it’s your first visit, it’s non-negotiable #1. The hike to the top usually takes around 20 minutes, but since there are stairs, it’s better to allow extra time.
- Hours vary by season, and it’s listed as closed for regular maintenance on the first Monday of every month, so make sure you check your date. (Visit Jeju)
- Admission (paid section/summit course): Adults KRW 5,000 / Youth·Soldiers·Children KRW 2,500 (separate group rates). (Visit Jeju)
3) Near Sunset: Seopjikoji Walk (Vibe Point)
- It’s one of the easiest places near Seongsan to enjoy wind + dramatic coastal scenery, which makes it a great last stop for day one.
4) ⚠️Manjanggul, often added by first-timers, is currently closed—check before you go!
- A lot of people add Manjanggul to their itinerary, but there is a notice that it’s closed due to safety inspections and environmental improvement work until March 2026 (upon completion). (Schedule may change.) (Visit Jeju)
- Recommended alternatives (East): Switching to Bijarim / Gimnyeong Maze Park / Sehwa·Gujwa cafe route makes the east-side day much smoother.
✅ DAY 1 Accommodation Tip (Standard)
- If you stay 1 night in Seogwipo (Jungmun/Seogwipo Downtown), it’s easier to access the west on day two.
- If you “don’t want to move luggage,” staying both nights in Seogwipo also works (just head to the airport a bit earlier on day three).
DAY 2. Jeju West (Western Jeju) Standard Course
Recommended Route
Jusangjeolli Cliffs (Jungmun) → O’Sulloc Tea Museum → Hyeopjae Beach → Hallim Park → Aewol Coastal Road (cafes/sunset) → (Recommended: stay in Jeju City)
1) Morning: Jusangjeolli Cliffs (Jungmun Daepo Coast)
- If you catch the waves at the right time, this is where you feel Jeju’s “natural power” most directly.
- Admission: Adults KRW 2,000 / Youth·Children KRW 1,000 (separate group/exemption rules). (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
- Entry hours: 09:00–17:50 (may change depending on sunset), and it may be restricted depending on weather conditions. (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
2) Lunch–Early Afternoon: O’Sulloc Tea Museum (Signature West-Side Vibe)
- A representative west-side spot where you can do photos + a walk + dessert all in one.
- Hours: Summer 09:00~19:00 / Winter 09:00~18:00 (may change in severe weather). (Visit Korea)
- Admission: Free (paid programs separate). (Visit Korea)
3) Afternoon: Hyeopjae Beach + Hallim Line (Best ocean color zone)
- If the weather cooperates, the west side delivers extremely high satisfaction with its “emerald sea.”
- If you add Hallim Park, you’ll neatly complete a “light 1.5–2 hour course.”
- Hallim Park hours (based on ticketing cut-off, seasonal changes):
2~May 09:00~17:00 / 6~Aug 09:00~17:30 / 9~Oct 09:00~17:00 / 11Jan 09:0016:30 (±30 min possible). (Hallim Park) - Hallim Park admission (individual): Adults KRW 15,000 (separate senior/youth/child rates). (Hallim Park)
- Hallim Park hours (based on ticketing cut-off, seasonal changes):
4) Near Sunset: Aewol Coastal Road (Cafes/Sunset)
- Day two involves a lot of driving, so wrapping up with “cafe + sunset” boosts overall satisfaction.
✅ DAY 2 Accommodation Tip (Standard)
- Since day three is an airport/market route, moving your second night to Jeju City (near the airport) makes the last day much easier.
DAY 3. Jeju City (North) + Return Route
Recommended Route
Dongmun Market → (Optional) Yongduam/Coastal Drive → Airport
1) Dongmun Market (Breakfast/Lunch/Souvenir Shopping)
- If it’s your first time in Jeju, “at least one market visit” is a must.
- Dongmun Market hours (average): 07:00–21:00 (varies by store). (Visit Jeju)
- Dongmun Night Market: Winter (11~Apr) 18:00~24:00 / Summer (5~Oct) 19:00~24:00 (closes when sold out). (Visit Jeju)
- Parking also has guidance for 30 minutes free at the public parking lot. (Visit Jeju)
2) If You Have Time: Yongduam/Coastal Walk (Short and Strong)
- It’s close to the airport, so it’s great to add when “your flight time is awkward.”
(Optional) Want to Add “Udo”? — It’s Possible, But There Are Conditions
- Udo is about a 15-minute ferry ride from Seongsan/Jongdal Port, so it’s highly satisfying as a day trip. (VISITKOREA – Imagine Your Korea)
- However, ferries are often canceled due to wind/weather, so for the “2-night, 3-day standard route,” I recommend adding it only on the morning of DAY 1 (it’s easier to swap plans if canceled).
- Also, some tourist information notes restrictions on bringing external cars (rental cars), with exceptions for transportation-vulnerable visitors (people with disabilities, age 65+, pregnant women, etc.), so confirm vehicle entry on-site based on current rules. (Jeju DSI Tour)
A Clean Ending with a Seogwipo “Night Walk”: Cheonjiyeon Waterfall (If You Still Have Energy)
- Admission: Adults KRW 2,000 / Youth·Children KRW 1,000 (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
- Standard hours: 09:00–22:00 (last entry 21:20) (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
- ✅ Important: There is a notice that in 2026, February–May, night viewing will be suspended due to lighting maintenance (09:00–18:00 operation only). (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
If It’s Your First Jeju Trip, Why This Route Is Reliable (From Experience)
- East = Jeju’s symbol (Seongsan line), and West = vibes/ocean color (Hyeopjae·Aewol line), making it the best balance for 2 nights and 3 days.
- If you try to do both east and west in one day, you’ll end up just driving—this route reduces fatigue by grouping by region.
- By placing places with earlier closing/last-entry times (Jusangjeolli, Hallim Park, etc.) during the daytime first, you reduce the risk of missing out. (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
5 Common Mistakes (Avoid These and You’ll Succeed)
- Trying to do Udo + Seongsan + Manjanggul all on DAY 1 (→ 반드시 Manjanggul closure check). (Visit Jeju)
- Watching the sunset in the west and then driving back down to Seogwipo (fatigue explodes depending on where you stay)
- Adding coastal points like Jusangjeolli without considering possible weather restrictions (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
- Assuming Dongmun Night Market hours are “the same every day” (start times vary by season) (Visit Jeju)
- Going without knowing Seongsan Ilchulbong’s regular closure (first Monday) (Visit Jeju)
FAQ
Q1. On a first-time Jeju trip, can I do both the east and west in 2 nights/3 days?
Yes. If you split it into DAY 1 East, DAY 2 West, DAY 3 Jeju City, you can cover the major highlights without overdoing it.
Q2. What are Seongsan Ilchulbong’s hours/closed days?
Hours vary by season, and there is guidance that it’s regularly closed on the first Monday of every month. Make sure you check your visit date. (Visit Jeju)
Admission is listed at KRW 5,000 for adults. (Visit Jeju)
Q3. Can I visit Manjanggul right now?
Currently, there is a notice that it is closed due to safety inspections and interior construction, and it’s listed as closed until March 2026 (upon completion) (subject to change). (Visit Jeju)
Q4. Is O’Sulloc Tea Museum free? What are the hours?
Admission is listed as free (paid programs separate), and there is an operating-hours notice of Summer 09:00~19:00 / Winter 09:00~18:00. (Visit Korea)
Q5. What are Jusangjeolli’s admission fee/operating hours?
It’s KRW 2,000 for adults, and the hours are listed as 09:00–17:50 (may change depending on sunset). It may be restricted depending on weather. (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
Q6. What time does Dongmun Market’s night market open?
It’s listed as Winter (11~4) 18:00~24:00 and Summer (5~10) 19:00~24:00 (closes when sold out). (Visit Jeju)
Q7. Can I see Cheonjiyeon Waterfall at night?
Standard hours are listed as 09:00–22:00. However, in 2026, February–May there is a notice of night viewing suspended (09:00–18:00 operation) due to lighting maintenance. (eticket.seogwipo.go.kr)
Q8. Is it a good idea to add Udo to a 2-night, 3-day itinerary?
You can add it, but due to cancellation risk, I recommend it only on the morning of DAY 1. Udo is accessible via a ~15-minute ferry from Seongsan/Jongdal Port. (VISITKOREA – Imagine Your Korea)
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