Take 01
2023
Welcome to Samdal-ri
Jeju coastal villages, Seongsan, Udo Island
33.4996°N, 126.5312°E
Jeju
Korea's volcanic paradise island delivers UNESCO World Heritage landscapes, dramatic coastlines, and otherworldly lava formations in a self-governing province with unique filming incentives.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Jeju
Take 02
2022
Our Blues
Jeju fishing villages, haenyeo diving sites, Pyoseon Beach
Take 03
2015
Warm and Cozy
Aewol coast, Hyeopjae Beach, Hallim
Take 04
2016
The Legend of the Blue Sea
Aewol cliffs, Hyeopjae Beach, Jeju coastal roads
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Jeju
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
landmark
Seongsan Ilchulbong (Sunrise Peak)
UNESCO World Heritage volcanic tuff cone rising from the sea. Famous for dramatic sunrise views from the crater rim. Featured in numerous films for its otherworldly appearance.
Jusangjeolli Cliff Columns
Dramatic hexagonal basalt columns formed by volcanic eruption meeting the sea. Unique geological formation with crashing waves.
Easy
Manjanggul Lava Tube
One of the world's longest lava tubes (7.4km, 1km open to public). Otherworldly underground cave with lava formations.
Complex
Hallasan National Park
Korea's highest mountain (1,950m) with volcanic crater lake at summit, alpine vegetation, and four-season landscapes.
Moderate
Cheonjiyeon Waterfall
22-meter waterfall in subtropical forest setting near Seogwipo. 'Pond of God' - mystical atmosphere especially at night.
Easy
Udo Island
Small island off Jeju's east coast with white coral beaches, lighthouses, and traditional fishing village life. Pristine and less developed.
Easy
Seopjikoji
Dramatic coastal promontory with lighthouse, canola flower fields in spring, and views of Seongsan. Featured in famous K-dramas.
Easy
Jeju Olle Trails
426km network of coastal and countryside walking trails. 27 routes offering diverse Jeju landscapes from beaches to farms to forests.
Easy
Seongsan Ilchulbong
UNESCO World Heritage volcanic crater, dramatic sunrise peak, and coastal tuff cone landscapes.
Jeju City
Island capital, Dongmun traditional market, urban amenities, and local Korean island life.
Seogwipo & Jungmun
Southern coast waterfalls, Jusangjeolli cliffs, resort areas, and dramatic ocean views.
Manjanggul & Lava Tubes
UNESCO lava cave system, unique underground formations, and volcanic geological features.
Scene 03 — The Case for Jeju
Why Film in Jeju
- ✓ UNESCO World Heritage volcanic landscapes found nowhere else in Korea
- ✓ Year-round mild climate enables consistent outdoor filming
- ✓ Self-governing province offers streamlined permits and local incentives
- ✓ Diverse looks from tropical beaches to alpine peaks within 1-hour drives
- ✓ Growing production infrastructure with experienced island-based crews
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports CJU (3km / 10 min to Jeju City center) ▼
Jeju International Airport (CJU) — 3km / 10 min to Jeju City center
Airport limousine bus to major areasLocal city busTaxi (~5,000 won to city)Rental car
Local Transit bus · taxi · ferry ▼
bus
Extensive bus network with rapid (red), intercity (blue), and local (green) routes. Main way to get around without car.
Crew tip: Bus schedules can be infrequent to remote locations. 급행 (geuphaeng) express buses faster between major points.
taxi
Available in Jeju City and Seogwipo. Harder to find in rural areas. Kakao T app works but drivers may not accept long-distance.
Crew tip: Consider hiring taxi for full day (~150,000-200,000 won) for location scouts. Negotiate beforehand.
ferry
Ferries to Udo Island from Seongsan Port. Also connections to mainland Mokpo.
Crew tip: Udo ferry runs every 30 min in peak season. Off-season schedule reduced. Equipment transport possible.
Production Parking easy · Permits required
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Parking available at most tourist sites. Many locations have dedicated lots. Rural areas have ample space.
Jeju's spacious roads and parking lots accommodate production vehicles well. Coordinate with site managers for base camp at major locations.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Rental car strongly recommended for Jeju productions. Island is 73km wide - 1 hour coast to coast. Jeju City to Seogwipo: 40 min via highway. Hallasan requires dedicated day. Plan shooting schedule geographically to minimize transit. Traffic during peak tourist season (summer, holidays) can delay coastal routes significantly.
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Plan Your Jeju Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing Korea's volcanic island paradise.