What to buy from Jeju? Top 9+ jeju souvenirs & best things to buy in Jeju

What to buy from Jeju, what to buy in Jeju, what should I buy as gifts, where to shop in Jeju when traveling to Jeju Island? What Jeju souvenirs are popular with tourists? Read the list of Jeju souvenirs you should buy though our Jeju shopping guide below with 9+ best things to buy in Jeju as well as where to shop in Jeju!

With its wild beauty and mild, cool climate bestowed by nature, Jeju Island is always one of the first names that comes to mind for tourists who love Korea. Besides arranging a suitable travel schedule, one of the things that also worries you for your upcoming trip is gifts, right?

Jeju Island is a paradise of traditional cultural items. We are sure that you will easily find very satisfactory souvenirs. Quickly save these “secrets”!

Dol Hareubang Stone Statue Models (#What to buy from Jeju)

Setting foot on Jeju Island, you will definitely encounter a series of statues of old men everywhere, from the streets to houses, shops, and restaurants. Jeju people call this Dol hareubang statue (in Jeju dialect: dol means stone and hareubang means old man). These statues are carved by artisans very delicately and elaborately from basalt or volcanic rock and are usually dark gray, reddish brown or chestnut brown. Dol Hareubang statues are always considered a symbol of Jeju Island with many meanings such as health, prosperity, family prosperity and children’s reunion.

Tourists often choose Dol Hareubang stone statues as souvenirs for themselves, friends and relatives after their trip to Jeju. You can find these cute little statues or keychains with Dol Hareubang images at most stores, supermarkets, and traditional markets in Jeju. Depending on the size of the statue, the price will vary. You can find stone statues at the market:

Olle Market in Seogwipo

• 22 Jungjeong-ro73beon-gil, Seogwi-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju
• Opening hours: 7:00 – 21:00

Jeju Traditional Market

• 26 Oiljangseo-gil, Jejusi, Jeju
• Opening hours: on days ending in 2 or 7 (e.g., 2nd, 7th, 12th, 17th, etc.), weekdays: 8:00 – 20:00 | Saturday, Sunday: 9:00 – 18:00

Omegi Tteok Rice Cake – Delicious Snack from Jeju Island (#best things to buy in Jeju)

Omegi Tteok is a famous local dish and has now become a popular dish for tourists to buy as a gift. The cake is made from millet and glutinous rice, then boiled and covered with red beans. The cake is delicious, chewy and we guarantee that once you eat it, you will be addicted!

Jeju City Traditional 5-day Market

• 26 Oiljangseo-gil, Jejusi, Jeju
• Opening hours: days ending in 2 or 7 (2nd, 7th, 12th, 17th, etc.) | 8:00 – 20:00 weekdays / Saturday, Sunday: 9:00 – 18:00

Jeju Dongmun Market

• 20, Gwandeok-ro, 14gil, Jejusi, Jeju
• Operating hours: 08:00 – 21:00 daily

Tangerine Chocolate

Koreans often say that Jeju chocolate is number one. Yes, Jeju has many types of chocolate with different flavors such as hallabong tangerine, green tea, etc. for you to choose from. And there are also chocolates decorated with cute Dol Hareubang images, the price will fluctuate depending on the weight.

Tip: You can buy chocolate at stores near famous tourist attractions.

Makgeolli Rice Wine – Irresistible Korean Taste

Makgeolli – a traditional Korean rice wine with a milky white color like rice water, and a mild sweet taste. The wine is made from traditional rice, and comes with some other flavors. Because Jeju is famous for citrus, you can find Hallabong makgeolli rice wine or Udo makgeolli peanut rice wine anywhere. Rice wine is sold in many places, so you can buy it at supermarkets, stores near tourist attractions or traditional markets.

Olle Market in Seogwipo

• 22 Jungjeong-ro73beon-gil, Seogwi-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju
• Opening hours: 7:00 – 21:00

Jeju 5-day market

• 26 Oiljangseo-gil, Jejusi, Jeju
• Opening hours: days ending in 2 or 7 (e.g., 2nd, 7th, 12th, 17th, etc.) | Weekdays: 8:00 – 20:00 / Saturday, Sunday: 9:00 – 18:00

Tea, Biscuit & Juice from Hallabong Mandarins

If you are worried about Hallabong tangerines spoiling quickly, you can choose tea and drinks made from Hallabong to enjoy the characteristic flavor for a longer time. Stop by any store, try them first and choose the one that best suits your taste. This is also a Jeju specialty souvenir that many young love.

Jeju Onggi – Jeju Handmade Pottery

Onggi means earthenware in Korean and is made from fertile underground clay in Jeju. Because the clay here contains a large amount of volcanic ash, the surface does not need to be glazed but is still smooth and shiny, and has the natural brown color of the soil. You can buy products such as jars, small cups, wind chimes or decorative tabletop statues as gifts for friends and relatives.

Jeju Doye-chon (제주 도예촌)

• Ambansumanong-ro 441 bungil 3, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo, Jeju
• Phone number: 011-698-9390
• Open: Only on days ending in 4 and 9 (4th, 9th, 14th, 19th, 24th, 29th)

Seaweed – A Natural Gift From Jeju Island

Jeju is an island region, so of course the specialties here are seafood and seaweed. Have you ever heard the story of the “sea women” (female divers) on Jeju Island? They are strong women who work hard to dive to the bottom of the sea to find abalone, clams, mussels, etc. despite harsh weather conditions and without support equipment such as snorkels. All they wear are diving suits, flippers, gloves, swimming goggles, buoys, nets and hoes to search for seafood. Thanks to that, Jeju always has the freshest seafood and seaweed in Korea.

You can buy seaweed to make kimbap or mixed rice. Shops sell many types of seaweed, both fresh and dried, and seasoned. Prices usually range from 1,200 won – 2,500 won.

Olle Market in Seogwipo

• 22 Jungjeong-ro73beon-gil, Seogwi-dong, Seogwipo, Jeju
• Come here: 7:00 – 21:00

Jeju Traditional Market

• 26 Oiljangseo-gil, Jejusi, Jeju
• Business hours: days ending in 2 and 7 (e.g., 2nd, 7th, 12th, 17th, etc.) | Weekdays: 8:00 – 20:00 / Saturday, Sunday: 9:00 – 18:00

In addition souvenirs above, you can buy other gifts such as keychains, refrigerator magnets, handicrafts, cosmetics…

There are so many interesting things to shop for in Jeju, right? Now, hurry up and invite your friends to travel to Korea this fall. In addition, before the trip, don’t forget to prepare a 4G SIM (pick up at the airport) and a Korea Rail Pass to travel comfortably without worrying about getting lost and post unlimited check-in photos.

Some best day tours, trips, activities and transfer services, tickets in, to and from Jeju you can refer to

• Private Jeju International Airport Transfers (CJU) for Jeju City
• Private Jeju International Airport Transfers (CJU) for Seogwipo City
• Jeju City Bus
• Eastern Jeju Discovery
• Western Island Exploration
• Eastern Jeju Private Day Tour
• Western Jeju Private Day Tour
• Southern Jeju Adventure Day Tour
• Jeju Private Car Charter
• Jeju Island UNESCO Day Tour
• Jeju Island UNESCO & Must-visit Day Tour (By Wondertrip)
• Customize Day Tour in Jeju Island (9 Hours)
• Aqua Planet Jeju Ticket [Foreigners Only]
• Jeju Private Car Charter by Wonder Trip
• Jeju 9.81 Park Ticket
• [Limited Offer] AREX Incheon Airport Express Train One Way Ticket in Seoul
• 4G Prepaid SIM Card (SK Airports Pick Up) for South Korea
• [SALE] South Korea 4G Pocket WiFi (KR Airports Pick Up) from KT Olleh
• 4G WiFi (MY Airport Pick Up) for South Korea (Unlimited Data)
• 4G Portable WiFi for South Korea from Uroaming (Unlimited Data)
• [SALE] Instant Ticket: Korea Rail Pass (KR PASS) 2/3/4/5Days
• [Limited Offer] Incheon International Airport (ICN) Luggage Services (Between Airport and Hotel) by Safex

Are you looking for more Jeju travel guide and top things to do in Jeju: Tours, activities, attractions and other things? Read more: Jeju travel blog (Jeju blog) — The fullest guide for a budget trip to Jeju island, South Korea.