📝 1. Overview
West Jeju, especially Aewol, is where hip island life meets slow travel. Famous for seaside cafés, stunning sunsets, and scenic drives along the coast, this zone is all about relaxing in style. Whether you’re sipping a tangerine latte with an ocean breeze or exploring hidden beaches and coastal farms, Aewol is Jeju’s trendiest escape.
🌟 2. Highlights
☕ Aewol Coastal Café Strip – Insta-worthy cafés with floor-to-ceiling ocean views
🌅 Handam Beach – Small bay with black rock, paddleboarding & magical sunsets
🐚 Gwakji Gwamul Beach – White sand + foot bath pools + chill vibes
🐎 Horseback Riding Farms – Beach rides and country trails nearby
🌾 Camellia Hill (winter) – Lush garden with seasonal blooms and photo ops
🛣️ Road 1132 West Coast Drive – A scenic car or scooter journey with sea on one side
🗺️ 3. Sub-Zones in West Jeju (Aewol)
| Sub-Zone | What to Expect |
|---|---|
| Aewol Café Street | Designer cafés, rooftop views, brunch spots |
| Handam Beach Area | Black rock coastline, paddleboard rentals, walking trails |
| Gwakji Gwamul Beach | Swimmable beach with natural foot spa & local snack stalls |
| Camellia Hill / Hill Farms | Floral gardens, camellia blooms (Dec–Feb) |
| Hagwi / Bonggae Villages | Quiet countryside, hidden photo spots, horseback trails |
🎟️ 4. Tickets & Passes – Popular Attractions
| Attraction | Price (Adult) | Opening Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Camellia Hill | ₩9,000 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Gwakji Beach Foot Bath | Free | Open 24/7 |
| Paddleboard Rentals (Handam) | ₩20,000–₩30,000 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM |
| Aewol Horseback Ranch | ₩15,000–₩30,000 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
💡 5. Tips
📷 Most cafés open ~10:00 AM—go early for quiet and best seats
🌊 Handam Beach is better for walking than swimming—paddleboarding is a must
🧖♀️ Gwakji foot bath = natural and relaxing, bring a towel
🚙 Road 1132 = ideal for a sunset drive with stopovers at beach cafés
📱 Weekends are busy in Aewol—expect parking challenges near popular cafés
🍽️ 6. Must-Try Foods in West Jeju
🍞 Tangerine Croissants & Lattes – Found in coastal cafés all around Aewol
🐙 Grilled Octopus – Charred, tender, and often served with rice or noodles
🥬 Jeju Pork Wraps (Heukdwaeji Ssambap) – BBQ pork + wild greens = perfect combo
🍴 7. Nearby Eats – Top 3 Picks
1. Monsant Café (몽상드애월)
📍 56-1 Aewol-ro, Aewol-eup
☕ G-Dragon’s legendary café with floor-to-ceiling ocean windows. Go for coffee, stay for sunset.
2. Cafe Bomnal (카페 봄날)
📍 25 Aewol-ro 1-gil, Aewol-eup
🌸 Cozy, coastal café known for tangerine desserts, latte art, and beachside chill vibes.
3. Gwakji Haenyeo House (곽지해녀의집)
📍 Near Gwakji Beach
🦑 Rustic seafood shack run by haenyeo divers—abalone rice bowls and octopus stew are must-tries.
🏨 8. Hotel Areas (Why Stay Here?)
Aewol Coastal Zone
→ Ideal for café lovers, sunset watchers, and relaxed pacing
Handam / Gwakji Beach
→ More nature-forward with quick beach access and peaceful mornings
Nearby Hallim or Jungmun (30 min)
→ Stay here for more resort-style accommodations with short drive to Aewol cafés
🚗 9. Access
📍 From Jeju Airport
🚗 Drive: ~30–40 min along Route 1132 (best by rental car)
🚌 Bus 202 or 102 to Aewol, ~1 hr
📍 Getting Around
🚙 Car or scooter rental highly recommended
🚶 Most cafés & beaches walkable within Aewol center
🚌 Limited buses along the coast
🌐 10. Contact / Info
🔗 Visit Jeju
📞 +82-2-1330 (Korea Travel Hotline)
📍 Info Desks: Jeju Airport, Aewol Café Strip Tourist Booth
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