🌄 Seongsan Ilchulbong Area | Sunrise Crater, Coastal Trails & Jeju’s Eastern Crown 🌋🌊🌅

📝 1. Overview
Seongsan Ilchulbong (성산일출봉), also known as Sunrise Peak, is a spectacular tuff cone that rises sharply from the sea on Jeju’s eastern tip. This UNESCO World Heritage site is famous for its sunrise hikes, panoramic crater rim, and coastal beauty.
The surrounding area — including Seongsan Port, Haenyeo shows, and Udo ferry access — makes this zone a must-visit for nature lovers, early risers, and cultural explorers alike.

🌟 2. Highlights

🌋 Seongsan Ilchulbong Peak (성산일출봉 정상)

Formed by a volcanic eruption ~5,000 years ago
Wide crater rim with grassy interior (no lava lake!)
180° ocean view from the summit
Popular sunrise climb spot (name = “Sunrise Peak”)
🎟️ Entry ~₩5,000 (Adults), trail open ~4:30 AM for sunrise days

🧓 Haenyeo Diving Show (해녀 물질 공연)

Jeju’s iconic women divers perform in real time
Cultural explanation + fresh seafood tasting
📍 Coastal path base of Ilchulbong
🕒 Show times: 1–2 per day, weather permitting

⛴️ Seongsan Harbor & Udo Ferry (성산항 / 우도 배편)

Gateway to Udo Island (우도) – famous for white beaches, peanuts, and bike loops
Frequent ferries (~15 min ride)
🎟️ Udo ticket counter near Seongsan lot

🛍️ Local Market & Snack Alley

Hallabong juice, hotteok, grilled squid, peanut ice cream
Great for pre- or post-hike refueling

💡 3. Tips
📸 Best photo spots:

Top of the crater at sunrise or golden hour
Haenyeo show in front of wave-splashed rocks
Drone-style shot of crater ring from mid-hike lookout
🕐 Best time:
🌅 4:30–7:30 AM for sunrise hike
🕒 10 AM–12 PM for clear sky views & ferry link
👟 Hiking shoes or sturdy sneakers recommended
💡 Arrive early — sunrise crowds can be intense, especially in spring/autumn

🍽️ 4. Nearby Eats – Top 3 in Seongsan Area

Ilchul Sikdang (일출식당)
🥘 Abalone porridge & grilled mackerel
📍 Near main parking lot
🕒 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM (perfect for post-sunrise meal)
Haenyeo Bapsang (해녀밥상)
🐚 Fresh seafood sets with seaweed soup & Jeju side dishes
📍 Close to Haenyeo performance zone
🕒 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Udo Peanut Ice Cream Cart (우도땅콩아이스크림)
🍦 Rich, nutty soft serve – iconic Udo flavor
📍 Near Udo ferry terminal
🕒 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

🚗 5. Access

📍 From Jeju City / Airport (제주시):
🚗 ~1 hr 20 min via Route 12 along the coast
🚌 Intercity Bus #701 → Get off at Seongsan Ilchulbong Stop (성산일출봉)

📍 From Seogwipo:
🚗 ~1 hr drive east via Route 1132

📍 Facilities:
🅿️ Large parking lot at base (₩1,000–2,000)
🚻 Toilets, snack stalls, ticket booth, rest shelter
🎒 Bring water + windbreaker for summit breezes