7D6N Muslim-Friendly Busan And Jeju Itinerary

It has been a while since we last visited Busan and Jeju, and this time we’re back with Korea Tourism Organisation! Since the pandemic, plenty of new attractions have opened up, so we were excited to be back. These two cities are only an hour apart by plane, so if you’re considering a multi-city trip in Korea, add Busan and Jeju to your travel plans!

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From seaside attractions and fresh seafood in Busan to healing experiences with nature and IG-worthy cafes in Jeju, this Muslim-friendly itinerary* will include all of the activities we did and loved! *As some of the websites that we link in this article are in Korean, we recommend using the Google Chrome browser on desktop to enable its translation function.

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Pre-trip Information

Flight

We took the first-ever direct flight from Singapore to Busan (since the pandemic) via Jeju Air! To ensure we could spend our first day to the fullest, we boarded a red-eye flight and landed in Busan in the early morning.

Entry requirements

From pre-departure ART/PCR tests to prepping your Q Code, this article we prepared is all you need to know before travelling to Korea. However, with restrictions constantly changing, it’s best to check the safety guidelines listed on the KTO website.

Wifi

As we explored Korea for a week, we used KKDay’s 10-day SIM card, which provides data up to 3GB daily. It was more than enough for all our photos and IG stories! ?

Where to Stay

The recommended areas to stay in Busan are Seomyeon, Nampo and Haeundae. These areas are convenient for the following reasons:

Seomyeon: Central location in Busan with plenty of shopping

Nampo: Near halal food and markets

Haeundae: Near nature attractions

Day 1: Busan

Lunch at Goma Daegutang (고마대구탕)

After checking into your hotel, it’s time for food! Daegutang, or cod fish stew, is a warm and refreshing dish, fit for the first meal in Busan ? Served with radish and scallions added to the light and milky broth, it’ll give you lots of energy for exploring your first day. If you’re a spice lover, request for daegu maeuntang instead! ?

Halal status: Seafood-only restaurant. No alcohol or animal derivatives were used in the preparation of the soup. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here. We recommend that you dine at your discretion.

Price: From KRW10,000

Address: 127, Gwanganhaebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 7AM-9PM

Instagram location tag | Info from KTO’s website

Experience a healing time at Museum 1

If you have never thought of visiting a museum on vacation, it’s time to reconsider! The Technique of Healing Exhibit at Museum 1 is newly-renovated and one of the trendiest spots to visit ?

The Technique of Healing is full of IG-worthy media art designed by local Korean artists, with exhibits that evoke a sense of healing from day-to-day life. It was a meaningful experience as we took our time looking at each media art piece and learning about its story ?

It was also full of couples and groups of friends when we went, and everyone lined up patiently to take photos with the various exhibits. As this exhibition is for a limited time until May 2023, it should be on your must-visit list when in Busan! ?

Admission: From KRW14,400 for adults

Address: Museum 1, 20 Centumseo-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: 11 AM-8 PM on weekdays, 11 AM -9 PM on weekends

Website* | Instagram | Booking Information (also available on major ticketing sites)

Cruise down Suyeong River while enjoying sunset views

What better way to bask in the views of Busan than lounging on an open-air rooftop cruise? ?

This 50-minute long and breezy cruise takes you through the Suyeong River, where you can enjoy the Gwangan Diamond suspension bridge and Gwangalli Beach sights! ?We recommend taking the ride close to sunset so you have ample lighting for beautiful photos and still enjoy the night lights from both the bridge and beach simultaneously. It was a euphoric experience that we recommend! ?

Admission: From KRW20,000 for adults (weekdays)

Address: Haeundae River Cruise Ticket Office, 85 Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 12PM-8PM (operates hourly)

Website* | Instagram | Booking Information (also available on major ticketing sites)

Enjoy the drone light show at Gwangalli Beach

Gwangalli Beach, one of Busan’s seven beaches, is a must-visit for its beautiful sights and night lights! ? Once the sun sets, this is the spot where locals gather to have meals by the beach while enjoying the tunes from street performances and the Gwangalli Marvellous Drone Light Show ?

Various coffee shops and cafes along Gwangalli Beach are also perfect for a pick-me up after your long day ? A convenience store haul while enjoying the night scene sounds like a good plan too!

Admission: Free

Address: Gwangalli Beach, Gwangnam-ro, Gwangan 2(i)-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Every Saturday at 7PM-9PM, (Oct to Feb) and 8PM-10PM (Mar to Sep)

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Day 2: Busan

Witness Busan’s iconic landmarks 86m above sea level

We’re starting the day bright and early with a picturesque cable car ride at Busan Air Cruise! This 8-minute ride offers a stunning view of Busan’s landmarks from all sides, such as Songdo Beach! Be sure to take the Crystal Cabin for an enhanced experience ?

End your ride by taking photos at IG-worthy spots on the rooftop of the final station!

Admission: KRW15,000 (Air Cruise), KRW20,000 (Crystal Cruise) for adults

Address: 124-1 Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 9AM-10PM

Website* | Instagram | Booking Information (also available on major ticketing sites)

Watch the waves beneath your feet at Yonggung Suspension Bridge

Once you alight from the cable car, the Yonggung Suspension Bridge is just a stone’s throw away. After being destroyed by a typhoon, this attraction has reopened and is 127m long. The cooling breeze and sights of the sea next to the cliffs are breathtaking and not to be missed! ?

As the bridge is made of a wire mesh, you can view the rock formations beneath your feet as the waves crash onto them. You might also spot locals fishing on the cliffs if you look hard enough! ?

Admission: KRW1,000 for adults

Address: 703 Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily 9AM-5PM (Oct to Feb) and 9AM-6PM (Mar to Sep)

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Lunch at New Little India

New Little India offers delectable Indian cuisine and has two outlets in Busan! You can expect to sink your teeth in classic dishes such as naan, paneer and tandoori chicken here. With many other activities lined up for the rest of your day, be sure to fuel up! ?

Halal status: The meat served is halal. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: From KRW8,000

Address: Busan Station, B1F 205, Jungang-daero, Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 11AM-11PM

Instagram tag | Info from KTO’s website

Visit IG-worthy cafes at Huinnyeoul Culture Village

When you think of Busan, you would probably think of the iconic and colourful buildings at Gamcheon Cultural Village. Huinnyeoul Culture Village is a lesser known landmark, but still definitely a must-visit when in Busan! ? Also known as Korea’s Santorini, this spot is located by the seaside and is a colourful village full of cafes, murals, and unique stores. Do set aside at least 2 hours to explore this place! ?

Full of alleys with colourful murals painted on its walls, taking photos of the iconic landmarks and visiting one of their many cafes is a must-do when at Huinnyeoul Culture Village. We personally visited a cafe named 신기여울 (pronounced as sinki-yeoul) and enjoyed our drinks against the backdrop of the sea. The way the cafe was designed made us feel like we were in Greece! ?

If you were looking for unique, handmade and artsy souvenirs to bring home, you’ll enjoy shopping here. We spent a good amount of time poring over the items at this store located right next to the cafe and really wished we could bring everything home! ?

Admission: Free

Address: 1043 Yeongseondong 4(sa)-ga, Yeongdo-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily, 9AM-6PM (please be mindful when visiting as locals live in these buildings!)

Have a walking tour at BIFF Square, Bujeon Market, Gukje Market and Jagalchi Fish Market

You can’t leave Busan without experiencing their culture and street food at their street markets. The best thing is, all of these places are located within walking distance of each other! ?

Hotteok is one of Korea’s famous street snacks, for a good reason! The hot and crispy pancake is filled with warm sugar syrup that oozes every bite ?One taste will have you thinking of it even when you leave Korea, and it’s Muslim-friendly too! ? Busan’s hotteoks, also called ssiat hotteok, are extra special because they are topped up with seeds and nuts.

After getting Muslim-friendly street snacks at Bujeon Market and Biff Square and shopping for clothes at Gukje market, stroll over to Jagalchi Fish Market to witness the fresh seafood offerings set out by the ahjussis and ahjummas!

Address: 58-1 Gudeok-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 6AM till late

Dig into a fresh seafood dinner at Jagalchi Fish Market

Of course, you can’t leave this area without having a fresh seafood meal! ? Our guide recommended that we shop for fresh seafood outside of the Jagalchi Fish Market building, and have it cooked at one of the restaurants located outside the building too. This is because the restaurants outside are usually more transparent with the costs incurred in preparing your meal!

Halal status: Seafood options available. We recommend double-checking with the respective stall owners that dishes prepared do not include alcohol. Please also note that alcoholic beverages are served here. We recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Address: 52 Jagalchihaean-ro, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 10:30AM-8PM

Day 3: Busan

Sip on coffee at the highest Starbucks in the world

It’s not every day that you get to sip coffee from the tallest Starbucks in the world ?Busan x The Sky opened during the pandemic, meaning it’s an attraction not to be missed for both new and seasoned travellers to Busan! With unparalleled views of Busan from the 100th floor, it's the second tallest building in South Korea. Besides the attractions' sights and art installations, it also houses the highest Starbucks in the world! ?

Admission: From KRW27,000 for adults

Address: 30, Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan (Middle East) L City Landmark Tower-dong, Busan X the Sky 100F

Opening hours: Open daily; 10AM-9PM

Website* | Instagram | Booking Information (also available on major ticketing sites)

Lunch at Wonjo Halmae Bokguk (원조할매복국)

This bokguk (pufferfish soup) restaurant has been running for 50 years, managed by at least 2 generations! It’s famously known for its delicious bokguk which comes in various forms: clear broth style, in a porridge, steamed, braised, and even bulgogi-style pufferfish. You probably don’t get to try pufferfish every day, so this is worth a try! ?

Halal status: Seafood-only restaurant. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: From KRW9,000

Address: 1, Dalmaji-gil 62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 7AM-9PM

Instagram location tag | Info from KTO’s website

Have a Studio Ghibli moment while on the Haeundae Blueline Park train

Just a few minutes' walk from Busan x The Sky and Wonjo Halmae Bokguk, the Haeundae Blueline Park is a newly opened attraction popular with locals and tourists! For 25 minutes, this attraction boasts dazzling views of Busan’s coastline, making you feel like you’re in a Studio Ghibli film ?

With two types of trains to choose from (Beach Train or Sky Capsule), we recommend boarding the train from Mipo Station and alighting at Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory to take in the view from the Daritdol Skywalk, which has a transparent glass floor. You can then continue on a 20-min stroll by the seaside along the train tracks to Songjeong Station.

Admission: From KRW7,000 for adults

Address: 13 Dalmaji-gil 62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 9:30AM-8:30PMWebsite* | Instagram | Booking Information (also available on major ticketing sites)

Let’s go surfin’ at Songjeong Beach

Known for its surfing culture, Songjeong Beach is just a three-minute walk away from Songjeong Station. Its shallow waters and temperature make it the best condition for surfing, so you will see many surf shops along the shore ?

If you have always wanted to try surfing, Surfholic offers surfing classes for beginners, which is also available in English! After a two-hour lesson priced at KRW65,000, you’re free to surf the whole day. But if surfing isn’t your thing, there are plenty of cafes for you to visit and sip on a yummy drink while watching the world go by ?

Address: 62, Songjeonghaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 24hrs

Update your social media feed at Ananti Cove’s “Cabine de Poisson”

This media art gallery within Ananti Cove titled “Cabine de Poisson” is a hidden gem and perfect for those who love interactive and IG-worthy art exhibits. Located at one of Busan’s best luxury resorts, you can enjoy an uninterrupted experience as most people are unaware of its existence ?

Most of these exhibits are only “activated” when you interact with them, making it an extremely fun time! There is also a cafe next to the gallery, where you can take a quick breather ?

Admission: KRW15,000 for adults

Address: Gwangalli Beach, Gwangnam-ro, Gwangan 2(i)-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Weekdays 11AM-7PM; Weekends 10AM-7PM (closed every last Saturday of the month)

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Feast on grilled seafood for dinner at Eobu (어부)

Eobu is located just minutes away from Haeundae beach, and serves delicious seafood including abalones, clams, scallops, grilled eel and more, all over a charcoal grill. For the more adventurous eater, you can also try sannakji (“live” octopus)! It might seem a little scary to eat moving octopus parts, but you can rest assured knowing they’re already dead, and it is only moving because of its nerves. It’s yummy dipped with sesame oil! ?

Halal status: Seafood-only restaurant. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: From KRW9,000

Address: 1, Dalmaji-gil 62beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 7AM-9PM

Instagram location tag | Info from KTO’s website

P.S. Check out Korea Tourism Organization x LCC Special Promotion if you're planning a trip to South Korea! Get up to 15% OFF on direct flights from Singapore to Korea and domestic flights on Korea's low-cost carriers. Book directly through JejuAir if you're flying straight from Singapore to Busan and enjoy 10% OFF your air ticket!

Day 4: Busan/Jeju

Whip up a Korean meal at Busan Cooking Class

Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to cook your favourite Korean meals at home? As its name suggests, Busan Cooking Class teaches you how to cook Busan-style dishes with the guidance of a local chef, followed by a tea tasting and a tour of the local markets ?

We tried our hand at making dongnae pajeon (Busan style pancake)and nakjibokkeum (spicy octopus stew). It was actually easier than we expected, and tasted so delicious! Busan Cooking Class also offers a halal menu for Muslim travellers, so be sure to request for it when you make your booking ?

Price: KRW115,000

Address: 2F, 15, Gudeok-ro 186beon-gil, Seo-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Classes are held from 10AM daily for 3.5 hours.

Website | Instagram | Booking Information

Get last-minute souvenirs at Gamcheon Culture Village

Despite how popular this attraction is, it’s full of rich history and worth a trip when in Busan! These colourful homes (with residents still staying in them!) were arranged in such a way so that the view from each house wasn’t blocked by their neighbour, reflecting the caring spirit that the residents have for each other ?

While exploring all the nooks and crannies of the village, you’ll be greeted with plenty of murals and photo landmarks that make for beautiful photos. Be sure to purchase souvenirs for your family and friends, as this directly supports the livelihood of the locals! ?

Admission: Free

Address: 200 Gamnae 1(il)-ro, Saha-gu, Busan, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily, 9am-6pm (please be mindful when visiting as locals live in these buildings!)

Take a night flight to Jeju (about an hour)

Time flies when you’re having fun and reaching the end of your Busan adventure. However, it also means the start of your Jeju trip and here are some things to know about getting around in Jeju:

Jeju has a reliable public transport system which is largely accessible via the city bus, tourist shuttle bus and airport limousine.

However, renting a car or hiring a private-hire driver to explore the island is still the most convenient.

Where to Stay

Depending on your preferences, these are the recommended places for when in Jeju:

Jeju City: This is the best place to stay if you’re looking for an area that’s most accessible to public transportation! The airport is also located here, so you won’t have to travel far when you land.

Seogwipo: Also known as the second largest city in Jeju, Seogwipo is located nearby many of Jeju’s nature attractions!

Aewol: Aewol is famous for its cafes, beautiful sea views and beaches.

We stayed at Grand Hyatt Jeju located in Jeju City, the largest Grand Hyatt in the Asia Pacific! This hotel is part of the Jeju Dream Tower, an integrated resort offering 1,600 rooms, multiple restaurants and spas, and gorgeous city views ?

We stayed in the 65-sqm King Room, which was huge! Apart from the luxurious amenities, we really felt taken care of and had plenty of restful nights during our stay. The hotel staff also prepared the direction of the qibla for us, which we really appreciated! ? There is also a jimjilbang (Korean bath house) located within the building, which is really convenient if you want to unwind after a day of travelling ?

Rates: From KRW 320,000

Address: 12 Noyeon-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

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Indulge in delicious butter chicken at Bagdad (바그다드)

After a long day of travel, a hearty meal is all that you need. Bagdad offers a mouthwatering selection of northern Indian cuisine right in Jeju City! You can feel the love included in preparing the dishes they serve. We highly recommend the butter chicken paired with naan! Be sure to end off your meal with a delicious glass of mango lassi ?

Halal status: Meat is halal-certified by Jeju Islamic Cultural Center. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: From KRW6,500

Address: 38, Seogwang-ro 32-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 11AM-11PM (closed from 3PM-5PM)

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Day 5: Jeju

Start your day at Daewonga (대원가)

There’s nothing better than starting your Jeju adventure with a tasty seafood meal! Daewonga offers hearty seafood stews filled to the brim with abalone, mussels, crab and squid, which are boiled with the kimchi base. The seafood is caught by Jeju’s famous haenyeo divers!

Halal status: Seafood-only restaurant. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your discretion.

Price: From KRW13,000

Address: 62-1 Donam-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 9AM-9.30PM

Instagram location tag|Info from KTO’s website

Get your adrenaline pumping at 9.81 Park

If you don’t have a driving licence and wish you could drive in Jeju, go-karting at 9.81 Park is probably the next best thing! ? This attraction is not like your usual go-kart attraction - its “gravity-racers” are non-motorized, which means you’ll be free-falling down the tracks! Visitors can also enjoy beautiful views of the sea and the nature landscapes of Hallasan Mountain and Biyangdo Island ?

Admission: From KRW29,500 for adults

Address: 880-24, Cheondeok-ro, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 9AM-8PM

Website | Instagram | Booking Information (also available on major ticketing sites)

Get lost in thought at Arte Museum

The Arte Museum is Korea’s largest immersive media art exhibition, so it’s definitely a must-visit when in Jeju! Since opening in 2021, it has quickly become one of Jeju’s most popular tourist attractions. With IG-worthy, immersive and high-tech exhibits, you’ll definitely get lost in wonder here. It’s also only ten minutes away from 9.81 Park, so you can cool down after an exhilarating go-karting experience!

Admission: From KRW17,000 for adults

Address: 478 Eorimbi-ro, Aewol-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: 10am to 8pm (last admission at 7pm)

Website | Instagram (also available on major ticketing sites)

Feast on crabs and oysters at Jeju King Crabs Sashimi Town (제주대게회타운)

Jeju King Crabs Sashimi Town is a 3-storey seafood restaurant that faces the sea and is always busy with customers! ? As its name suggests, they’re famous for their king crabs and sashimi which are served raw, steamed and everything else you can think of! From king crab, snow crab, sashimi and abalone, you’ll definitely be spoilt for choice ?

Halal status: Seafood-only restaurant. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: From KRW30,000

Address: 1003-9 Yongdamsam-dong, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 9AM-9.30PM

Instagram location tag|Info from KTO’s website

Visit Jeju’s largest and oldest market

Dongmun Traditional Market is Jeju’s largest and oldest market. With plenty of shopping and street food like tangerine-filled hotteok, this bustling market is not to be missed! ?

This is also where you can purchase souvenirs unique to Jeju - think tangerine themed hats, chocolate-covered tangerine slices and all sorts of unique items! ?

Admission: Free

Address: 20, Gwandeok-ro 14-gil, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 8AM-11PM

Day 6: Jeju

Cycle along the seaside

Have you ever heard of the phrase “Take nothing but pictures and leave nothing but footprints”? This is understood as taking care of the environment around us whenever we visit new places. As cycling is a must-do activity in Jeju, BY100 incorporates both cycling and caring for the environment into their bike tours.

BY100 brought us on a bike tour, where we enjoyed the lovely sea breeze while cycling along the seaside. We were also lucky to catch beautiful hydrangeas in full bloom! After a rest stop at a cafe, the tour ended with a beach cleanup, fostering a culture of caring for our earth.

Admission: Free

Booking information: Instagram | Website*

Hike up Seongsan Ilchulbong

Seongsan Ilchulbong is one of Jeju’s top attractions for a good reason. Its breathtaking views are partly why it was named as one of the new wonders of the world! ? Also called Sunrise Peak, it takes about 40 minutes to climb up and down. At the top, you can enjoy a panoramic view of the ocean and nature landscapes. If you’re there at 1.30pm or 3pm, you might spot haenyeos diving as well! ?

Admission: KRW2000 for adults

Address: 78 Seongsan-ri, Seongsan-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: 7AM-7PM, closed during bad weather conditions

Fuel up at Kim Myung Ja Oyster Rice Soup (김명자굴국밥)

Gukbap, or rice with soup, is easily found in Korean restaurants and mixed with a type of meat. Kim Myung Ja Oyster Soup serves oysters in steaming rice soup for a soothing and comforting meal. Order fried oysters and pajeon (seafood pancake) to complete your meal!

Halal status: Please also note that non-halal meat and alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: From KRW8,000

Address: 46-1, Seongsanjungang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 6AM-9PM

Instagram location tag | Info from KTO’s website

Hang out with the Peanuts crew at Snoopy Garden

This next attraction is for both fans and non-fans of Peanuts! Tranquil and full of photo spots that are too cute to resist, it’s made up of an indoor portion (Garden House) and an outdoor portion (Outdoor Garden) ?

We only had time to visit the Outdoor Garden and were met with 11 zones that featured classic Peanuts scenes, such as Charlie Brown’s baseball field and Linus’ blanket forest. It was fun “bumping” into various characters doing quirky things along our walk! ? There’s also a cafe and gift shop at the end of the trail for you to purchase unique souvenirs for your friends and family back home.

Admission: KRW18,000 for adults

Address: 930 Geumbaekjo-ro, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 9AM-7AM

Website* | Instagram | Booking Information (also available on major ticketing sites)

Appreciate and learn about Haenyeo culture at Haenyeo Kitchen

If you didn’t manage to spot haenyeos at Seongsan Ilchulbong, you can have the opportunity to meet them up close and learn about their beautiful culture and history at Haenyeo Kitchen!

Haenyeo Kitchen combines both theatre and dining, with the experience beginning with a short play that details the life story of a haenyeo. Dinner is then served in several courses, including seafood caught by the haenyeo! With the younger generation having different aspirations compared to that of their ancestors, it is said that the haenyeo culture will disappear in the next 15 years. So, this is definitely a very meaningful place to visit.

Halal Status: Pork and non-alcoholic beverages may also be served in this restaurant. The restaurant advises customers to make reservations in advance and request for seafood-only options. We recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: KRW49,000

Address: 477-16 Jongdal-ri, Gujwa-eup, Jeju-si, Jeju-do

Opening hours: Dates and times vary with availability up to 4 times a week at 12pm and 5.30pm.

Website* | Instagram

Day 7: Jeju

Embark on a healing adventure at the Seogwipo Forest of Healing

As it’s your final day of your Korea trip, it makes perfect sense to slow down and unwind at the Seogwipo Forest of Healing. This is where you can have your “live, laugh, love” moments and bask in nature as you stroll through the forest trails while inhaling the scent of the cedar trees ?

We explored 1 of the 10 themed trails with our forest therapist, who brought us through the experience and stopped us at specific areas, encouraging introspection and reflection. He also related those moments to the ones we have in our daily life, and it was quite a meaningful and healing time! ?

Admission: KRW1,000 for adults

Address: 2271, Sanroknam-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 9AM-4PM

Website* | Instagram location tag

Try hairtail fish at Choonsim's House (춘심이네)

As your final meal in Korea, end it with a bang at Choonshim’s House! Well known for their hairtail fish, it’s pretty pricey but it’ll be something you wouldn’t have tried before at home so it’s definitely worth a try. This restaurant also serves Grilled Mackerel for those on a budget ?

Halal status: There is no pork on the menu, but non-halal meat is served in this restaurant alongside seafood. Please also note that alcoholic beverages may be served here, we recommend that you dine at your own discretion.

Price: From KRW65,000

Address: 16 Changcheonjungang-ro24beon-gil, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, South Korea

Opening hours: Open daily; 10.30AM-8PM

Instagram location tag |Info from KTO’s website

Being back in Korea after almost three years felt like a breath of fresh air and definitely makes you thankful for all the little things in life. We were so happy to have had the chance to experience things unique to Busan and Jeju, and immerse ourselves in Korean culture while enjoying the local cuisine. With so many new attractions that opened while the borders were closed, it is definitely worth a visit for both new and seasoned travellers!

This article is brought to you by Korea Tourism Organization.