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First published
Oct 7, 2026
Substantive editorial change
Oct 7, 2026
Practical facts checked
Oct 7, 2026
Translation updated (not a fact check)
Oct 7, 2026

Seongsan Ilchulbong

A UNESCO-listed hydrovolcanic tuff cone on Jeju’s eastern coast, with a short but steep summit route and broad views over the crater, sea, Udo and Seongsan.

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Why it matters now

Checked Visit Jeju visitor information on 7 October 2026. The paid summit trail has stairs and steep uphill sections, usually taking 30–40 minutes and rated difficult. Visitors who prefer to avoid the climb can explore the gentler, free lower route.

Why go

Choose it when you want one of Jeju’s defining volcanic landscapes without committing to a full-day mountain hike. It suits first-time Jeju visitors, photographers, sunrise planners and travelers combining several stops in eastern Jeju.

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Plan the visit

Use the confirmed place facts below, then continue to the broader travel guides for transport, facilities and eating practicalities.

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Getting thereNo rail station. Use Jeju local/intercity bus or taxi to the Seongsan Ilchulbong area; check the live route on the day because island bus routings can change.Find directions on NAVER Map ↗284-12 Ilchul-ro, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju Special Self-Governing Province
Nearby facilities & servicesOpen guide →3~4월·9~10월 05:00–19:00(매표 18:00까지), 5~8월 04:30–20:00(매표 19:00까지), 11~2월 06:00–18:00(매표 17:00까지). 매월 첫째 월요일 휴무, 공휴일이면 다음 날 휴무. 정상 유료구간 개인요금: 성인 5,000원, 청소년·군인·어린이 2,500원; 단체는 성인 4,000원, 청소년·군인·어린이 2,000원. 도민·국가유공자·장애인 등은 증빙 제시 시 면제. 하부 무료 탐방구간은 비교적 완만하지만 정상 코스는 계단·오르막이 이어진다. 음식물 반입 금지.
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