VISIT JEJU

Autumn in Jeju Island is filled with festivals embracing the stories of gods and legends of old. Jeju is said to play host to over 18,000 gods and spirits with a variety of events each autumn highlighting the unique culture and myths of the island. Enjoy the mythology of Jeju in refreshing and engaging ways at festivals offering a glimpse of local shamanic rituals and regional culture.

Festivals celebrating the diverse cultural elements of Jeju—such as haenyeo, stone walls, and the Olle trails— are held throughout the island.  Witness the strong community spirit of the haenyeo and walk alongside the traditional stone walls bounding the Olle trails, as you fully embrace the spirit of Jeju. Performances, hands-on booths, and diverse programs based off the unique traditions and folklore found only in Jeju make these festivals even more lively and exciting.

Autumn in Jeju is a time when humans and the gods, tradition and modernity can come together. Stroll through the island’s storied festivals, and feel the ancient tales unfolding around you with vivid closeness.

▶ Recommended Festivals

- Jeju Haenyeo Festival: Sep. 20 ~ Sep. 21, 2025
- Sinsan Dochebi Light Festival: Sep. 26 ~ Oct. 2, 2025
- Chilmeoridang Yeongdeunggut Regular Performance: Sep. 26 / Oct. 31, 2025
- Seongeup Village Traditional Folk Reenactment Festival: Sep. 27 ~ Sep. 28, 2025
- Tamna Culture Festival: Oct. 10 ~ Oct. 14, 2025
- Jeju Batdam Festival: Nov. 1 ~ Nov. 2, 2025
- 2025 Jeju Olle Walking Festival: Nov. 6 ~ Nov. 8, 2025

※ Festival Events Shortcut > www.visitjeju.net/u/GJ4

Autumn in Jeju can gift both humans and their precious pets alike with a deep sense of rest and relaxation. Walk together through the cool breezes and warm sunshine, and feel the fatigue of daily life slowly melt away.

The oreums, forest paths, and fields of Jeju Island are perfect for walking with pets and basking in the energy of pristine, untouched nature. Pet-friendly accommodations on the island provide spacious gardens and walking courses for your sweet animal friends to enjoy, along with a variety of public facilities designed for pets.

In a Jeju first, Hamdeok Beach now has areas allowing dogs to swim, providing the opportunity to make unforgettable memories. Visitors must complete a pledge form at the management office to confirm they have understood the rules before use.

In this season of wellness, where the wonders of nature can restore both body and mind, a day spent in Jeju with your most precious companion can become a uniquely heartwarming and rejuvenating experience.

※ Please note: Pets are only allowed with the use of a leash, and waste must be gathered in waste bags.

Recently, many Koreans travel abroad in search of wide grasslands and open skies. For those who’d rather stay close to home, why not enjoy some exotic scenery of oreums and silver grass right on Jeju Island?

Walking across the oreums rippling with silver grass in autumn evokes the vast plains of distant Mongolia. Beneath the high sky and the gentle autumn sunlight, the silver grass sways in the wind,creating a new, overwhelming sensation with every step. Outside the city, the call of the wild restores and rejuvenates the weary heart and mind with each step taken.

The oreums at nighttime transform into a whole new world. The sparkling stars create fresh landscape embroidered across the darkening sky. The glittering stars and the tranquil oreums blend to create a singular sight.

On Jeju Island, discover exotic landscapes and explore new horizons of autumn travel without ever getting on an airplane.

Recently, an array of pop-up stores have been opening across the island adding a new charm to a trip to Jeju. From animated characters to teddy bears featuring Jeju tangerines, pop-up stores filled with unique concepts and fresh designs are now captivating visitors.

Merchandise infused with the unique sensibilities of Jeju should be cherished as special souvenirs, imbued with the memories of an unforgettable trip. Limited-edition items combining local identity and sensibilities are found only on the island, making them especially irresistible to collectors. These exclusive Jeju pop-up stores add extra joy to any trip, and serve as the impetus to discover new tastes and preferences. Make your day complete with some souvenir shopping and pictures, perfect for friends, family, or lovers.

▶ Recommended Places 

- Crayon Shin-chan Pop-up Store: 1-13, Cheongsuseo 5-gil, Hangyeong-myeon, Jeju City (until Jan. 31, 2026)

 - Teddy Bear × Rabong Collaboration Pop-up Shop: 105ho, Bldg. A, Play Sagye, 29, Sagyenam-ro 216beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si (until Sep. 24, 2026)

 - Yeomiji Botanical Garden Pokémon Pop-up Store: Jungmun Tourist Complex, Seogwipo-si, Jeju (Oct. 2 ~ 26, 2025)

Jeju is home to numerous dessert cafés, capturing the diverse ingredients and unique shapes of the island. From desserts made with Jeju’s signature local specialty, tangerines, to treats shaped like the cute Dolhareubang statues scattered around the island, and desserts based on traditional Jeju omegi-tteok rice cakes, the wide variety of Jeju desserts on offer will captivate the taste buds of any traveler.

With mouth-watering flavors crafted from local Jeju ingredients and captivating designs, these desserts embody the unique sensibilities of Jeju, perfect for gifts. Omegi-tteok are delicious all on their own, but can now suit any taste,  grilled into croffles or crispy rice cake snacks.

The wide array of desserts made with tangerines, such as cakes and tarts, along with different varieties of tangerine juice, showcase Jeju’s identity as the island of tangerines.

Embark on a journey through the islands ever-changing culinary landscape, as your mouth fills with sweetness and your hands grasp shapes redolent with island sensibilities. These treats are as colorful and varied Jeju’s seasonal vistas, adding joy to your gourmet autumn itinerary.

As the weather cools down, it’s the perfect time to get your body moving. Now is the moment to get up close and personal with the pristine nature of Jeju, so let’s lace up those sneakers and dive deep into some gorgeous island landscapes.

Right near the airport, the route from Iho Tewoo Beach to Dodubong allows visitors the chance to run alongside the wide-open sea. A favorite among locals, this is the perfect spot to go for a run and enjoy the everyday scenery of Jeju. A run at sunset provides the stunning vista of the setting sun glowing above the refreshing ocean waves.

Evening or night runs are recommended for those who wish to avoid the still-scorching solar rays. Run alongside the sun setting over the sea with the sparkling lights of fishing boats bouncing off the waves at Handam Beach, the Yongduam Rock~Dodubong Rainbow Bridge, or Iho Tewoo Beach. Running through the gorgeous scenery of Jeju will make the island’s landscapes feel even more vivid.

▶ Recommended Routes 

- Iho Tewoo Beach – Dodubong: approx. 5km

- Gwakji Beach ~ Handam Beach: approx. 2.5km

- Yongduam Rock ~ Dodubong: approx. 5km

No season is better than autumn to capture special photos with your loved ones in Jeju. With its silver grasses swaying in the breeze and crimson sunsets along the coast, the romantic and exotic nature of Jeju forms the perfect backdrop for couple and wedding snapshots. With both mountains and ocean within an hour’s travel, Jeju has scenery to match any vibe, drawing many couples and soon-to-be-weds to numerous shooting locations across the island.

The wide pastures, mystical seaside paths, and beautiful flower trails are ideal for imbuing a shot with a certain youthful energy. For a dreamier feel, we recommend taking pictures on a rainy day to capture that misty, hazy aura. To create some romantic memories of Jeju, the cinematic sunsets create the perfect setting for unforgettable pictures. If you’re after the unique “hip” island vibe, try snapping some shots in the forests or retro-style spaces of Jeju.

Jeju is also home to a well-developed infrastructure surrounding photo shoots, with studios, dresses, florists, and other props all conveniently available. Autumn in Jeju offers countless charms to capture any vibe, with each single photo gifting you with a special moment that will be remembered for years to come.

▶ Recommended Places 

- ‘“Jeju Couple Snapshots Complete Guide” Themed Travel Shortcut

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Ora-dong Green Barley (Buckwheat Fields): San 76, Ora 2-dong, Jeju City, Jeju

Eoeum-ri Silver Grass Field: San 68-5, Eoeum-ri, Aewol-eup, Jeju City, Jeju

Waheul Buckwheat Village: 360 Jowa-ro, Jocheon-eup, Jeju City, Jeju

Saebyeol Oreum: San 59-8, Bongseong-ri, Aewol-eup, Jeju City, Jeju