Jeju International Peace Center: The 'Island of World Peace' Exhibition Hall Opened in 2006

Why the Designation of ‘Island of World Peace’ in 2005 Led to the Opening of the Center in 2006

The Jeju International Peace Center is a space that opened in 2006 as a symbolic facility after Jeju was designated as the ‘Island of World Peace,’ contributing to the establishment of peace in Northeast Asia and the Korean Peninsula. Jeju Special Self-Governing Province ordinances define the center's purpose as peace research, education, and experience, specifying its role in peace education, including human rights, and as a peace experience space that documents the footsteps of world leaders who visited Jeju.

The exhibitions here do more than just list international events; they also cover the local historical background that led Jeju to speak of peace. The Jeju Tourism Organization explains the tradition of the Sammu Spirit (Three-None Spirit), the process of sublimating the tragedy of Jeju 4·3 into reconciliation and coexistence, and the spirit of summit diplomacy within the context of ‘Jeju, the Island of World Peace.’ If you visit this center and Jeju 4·3 Peace Park on the same day, your itinerary allows you to look deeply into the history of 4·3 at one location and see how those memories have been connected to peace policy and international exchange at the other.

March–October 18:00, November–February 17:00: Viewing Hours to Avoid Arriving 30 Minutes Before Entry Deadline

Viewing hours are 09:00–18:00 from March to October, with the last entry at 17:30. From November to February, the hours are shortened by one hour to 09:00–17:00, and the entry deadline is moved up to 16:30. If you are stopping by after a walk along the Jungmun coast or visiting other museums, it is better to arrive at least one hour before closing to view the exhibitions and lobby area calmly.

The center is regularly closed on the second and fourth Mondays of every month, as well as on January 1st, Seollal (Lunar New Year's Day), and Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving Day). According to the ordinance effective July 2025, if a Monday closing day falls on a public holiday or an alternative holiday, it may be adjusted to the first following non-holiday. Therefore, it is safer to reconfirm announcements on the official website before departing on dates involving long holidays.

• Summer Season: 09:00–18:00, Last entry at 17:30
• Winter Season: 09:00–17:00, Last entry at 16:30
• Closed: 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month, January 1st, Seollal, and Chuseok

The Difference Between 1,500 KRW Adult Admission and 40-Minute Culture and Tourism Commentary

Fees and discount ranges for permanent and special exhibitions may vary by exhibition. In a special exhibition case guided by the Jeju Tourism Organization, the fee was 1,500 KRW for adults and 1,000 KRW for youth, while persons of national merit, Jeju residents, seniors, and the disabled were free, with entry handled on-site. Therefore, if you intend to see a specific special exhibition, you should first check the fees and duration in the announcement for that exhibition.

Culture and tourism commentary can be reserved by calling 064-735-6550 or requested on-site. It operates year-round except for center closing days, and available times are 10:00–17:00 (excluding lunch hours). The commentary is provided on an occasional basis and takes about 40 minutes per session. For first-time visitors who may find the connection between Jeju 4·3, the Island of World Peace, and summit diplomacy unfamiliar through exhibition text alone, it is worth inquiring about this commentary first.

Indoor-Focused Jungmun Area Itinerary Starting at 227-24 Jungmungwangwang-ro

The center's address is 227-24, Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, and the zip code is 63546. The main phone number is 064-735-6550, and the official website is https://www.jipc.or.kr/. Since it is located in the Jungmun Tourist Complex area where international conference halls, resorts, museums, and tourist facilities are clustered, it is efficient to arrange for indoor exhibition viewing first on days when wind and rain are strong on the outdoor coastal courses.

The UNITAR Jeju International Training Center (JITC) is located on the 1st floor of the Jeju International Peace Center. This institution operates education related to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) for government and civil society leaders and youth in the Asia-Pacific region. In other words, this building is not just an exhibition hall but a place where international education and exchange activities take place together. Due to the nature of the Jungmun area where travel by car is common, it is recommended to check parking and accessibility conditions due to daily events via the main phone number before visiting.

• Road Name Address: 227-24, Jungmungwangwang-ro, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do
• Main Phone: 064-735-6550
• Official Website: https://www.jipc.or.kr/
• UNITAR Jeju International Training Center: 1st Floor, Phone: 064-735-6574

Check Special Exhibition Dates and Contact Information Separately, Not Just the Permanent Exhibition

The Jeju International Peace Center operates a separate special exhibition hall. For example, from July 3 to August 3, 2026, the exhibition "Vibration of History" involving the Tamna Artists Association was held, covering Jeju 4·3, society, history, humans, and nature through various formats such as painting, photography, printmaking, sculpture, media, archives, and text. Even within the same building, the end dates and viewing conditions for special exhibitions change frequently.

The exhibition inquiry number is sometimes listed as 064-735-6562 depending on the announcement. The most accurate way to check what can be seen on the day, whether there is a separate admission fee, or if the special exhibition hall use is restricted due to event preparation is to check the 'Exhibition' notice on the official website. If your schedule is tight, it is realistic to set aside 60–90 minutes for the permanent and special exhibition spaces combined, and add about 40 minutes if you have applied for commentary.

Difference Between Travelers Who Value the Theme of ‘Peace’ and Those Who Prioritize Landscape Photos

This is not a tourist destination centered on large-scale experience equipment or scenic coastal views, but rather an exhibition space where you can read why Jeju has connected the language of peace to public policy and international exchange. For travelers, students, and families interested in the history of Jeju 4·3, human rights, international conferences, and the background of the designation as the Island of World Peace, the context of the visit will be clear. Conversely, if your itinerary prioritizes strong outdoor scenery or amusement facilities in a short time, this may be a lower priority.

Foreign visitors can search for "International Peace Center Jeju" in the English tourism information of the Jeju Tourism Organization, and the available time for culture and tourism commentary is separately guided as 09:00–18:00. However, as the availability of foreign language commentary and wheelchair/stroller routes are not specifically confirmed in the public guides, it is better to inquire in advance at 064-735-6550 if needed. Although it is an indoor facility that can be viewed even on rainy days, special exhibition replacement dates and closing days must be reconfirmed before finalizing your schedule.

From Memories of Jeju 4·3 to International Peace Education, How to Read the 1st Floor and Exhibition Halls Together

According to the center's ordinance, its duties include providing a venue for peace experiences, disseminating peace education including human rights, and cooperating with the promotion of local products and tourism. It is clearer to view the building as a place to examine how Jeju has expanded its tragic regional memories into an international peace agenda, rather than just ending the visit with simple exhibition viewing. Especially when Jeju 4·3-related exhibitions or art programs are held, you must read the exhibition title, artist, and host organization together so as not to miss the context of the work.

Since its opening in 2006, the center has aimed to be a landmark facility for ‘Jeju, the Island of World Peace.’ Since programs introducing the works of local art groups in public exhibition spaces are also operated, such as the special exhibition in the summer of 2026, the special exhibition content may be different from the permanent content even upon a return visit. Photography regulations, group tours, and rental schedules may vary depending on the day of the visit, so it is best to check via the main phone 064-735-6550 or exhibition inquiry 064-735-6562 on the day of the event.