Finding Romance on South Jeju Island, Korea: 4 Date Spot Recommendations + Food & Transportation Guide!

Jeju Island is the most romantic island in Korea! This island, brimming with sweetness, has been a filming location for countless Korean dramas and is also a popular destination for couples. KINNSO recommends 4 must-visit spots on Jeju Island for couples, come create romantic memories with your significant other!

From Seoul to Nami Island, there are several transportation options. The most convenient is to join a day tour, which provides direct pick-up and drop-off in the Seoul city area, saving you a lot of time! If you want to travel independently, you can take the subway to Gapyeong Station and then transfer to a taxi or bus to the pier; or take a bus from DongSeoul Bus Terminal (DongSeoul Comprehensive Bus Terminal) to Gapyeong, which takes about 1 hour. After arriving at Gapyeong Bus Terminal or Metro Station, you can take a taxi to the pier, which takes about 5-10 minutes. Taxis have a starting fare of around 3800 Korean won, and an additional 100 Korean won is charged for every 144 meters after 2 kilometers. Alternatively, purchase a Seoraksan Circular Bus Day Pass at the Gapyeong Bus Terminal. Take the bus from Gapyeong Station, which will pass by Nami Island, Petite France, Morning Calm Garden and other attractions. The day pass costs 5000 Korean won for adults and 3000 Korean won for children. After arriving at Gapyeong Port, you need to purchase a ferry ticket to Nami Island, which costs 8000 Korean won one way. Ferries depart approximately every 30 minutes, taking 15 minutes to reach Nami Island Pier. Electric cars and bicycles are available for rent near the pier, making it more convenient to explore the island!

Located on the north shore of Nami Island, "Petite France" is a themed park filled with a foreign atmosphere. French architecture, cobblestone paths, and blooming flowers create a romantic ambiance everywhere, making it an ideal destination for couples! 【Admission to Petite France and Transportation】
Address: 35-1 Sangamu Village, Gapyeong-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do
Opening Hours: 09:00~18:00
Ticket Prices: Adult 7,000 Korean won, Child 3,500 Korean won
Transportation: * Take the Gapyeong City Tour Bus to Nami Island Station and walk to the park. * Taxi: Approximately 15,000-20,000 Korean won from Gapyeong City Outer Bus Terminal.

Located in the western coastal city of Jeju Island, the Blue Village - "Little Italy Village," is a themed village brimming with a foreign atmosphere. In 2002, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Korea and Italy, a decision was made to build an Italian-style village on Jeju Island, which has led to the present-day Little Italy Village. 【Little Italy Village Transportation & Ticket Information】 Address: Color Dal Dong 1457, Seogwipo City, Jeju Island Opening Hours: 09:00~18:00 Admission: Free Transportation: * Take the West Coast Bus to Little Italy Village stop and walk for 5 minutes. * From Jeju Airport, take a bus to Seogwipo and then transfer to Little Italy Village (approximately 1.5 hours in total).

Stroll through nature, admire the scenery of four seasons, listen to the chirping of insects and birds, and enjoy a moment of tranquility. All this can be realized in the "Morning Quiet Arboretum" in Gapyeong County, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea! Covering an area of about 165 hectares, the Morning Quiet Arboretum not only boasts the largest artificial botanical garden in South Korea but is also selected by CNN as one of the "Top 50 Places to Visit in Korea." With over 50,000 trees planted, including coniferous trees, broad-leaved trees, flowers, and shrubs, the arboretum presents a beautiful landscape of cherry blossoms in spring, cicadas in summer, maple leaves in autumn, and snow in winter. Whether it's a romantic date, a family outing, or a reward for your mind and body, the Morning Quiet Arboretum is a great choice! Address: 166 Tree Garden Road, Samnae-eup, Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea Transportation: * Subway: Take the Gyungchun Line to Gapyeong Station, then transfer to a taxi for about 30 minutes. * Bus: Take the Samcheok City Outer Bus and get off at the Morning Quiet Arboretum stop.

Bibimbap served in a stone pot, just looking at it makes one's mouth water! Steaming white rice topped with fresh vegetables and a poached egg, then drizzled with sweet chili sauce, the mixed rice aroma is overflowing, fresh, soft and tender, the taste is unparalleled. Especially in the slightly cool autumn and winter seasons, tasting it brings a feeling of warmth from the stone pot.

Having arrived at Nami Island, how could you not try the most Korean-characteristic seaweed rice balls? White rice, sweet radish, garlic bits, fresh vegetables, and more are rolled into seaweed, then dipped in Korean chili sauce. It's crisp, refreshing, simple yet delicious! Enjoying the scenery of Nami Island while savoring seaweed rice balls is endless fun.