1 Hour at Podo Museum: Encountering ‘Small Beings’ in the Foothills of Hallasan

Why Podo Museum, Opened in April 2021, is Located in the Mid-mountain Area of Hallasan

Podo Museum is a cultural space that opened in April 2021 at 788, Sallongnam-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si. Guides from the Jeju Tourism Organization and Korea Tourism Organization introduce this place as an art museum focusing on global ecology, human coexistence, and the voices of the socially marginalized. Its location, closer to the southwestern mid-mountain area of Hallasan than coastal tourist sites, makes it ideal for combining a visit with other cultural spaces in Andeok-myeon, such as Bangju Church and the Bonte Museum.

The current exhibition on display is "We, Such Fragile Beings." Running from August 9, 2025, to August 8, 2026, it moves away from a human-centered perspective to explore the relationships between different beings and time. For the first week of August 2026, near the end of the exhibition, it is recommended to call 064-794-5115 to check daily operations and admission availability.

10:00~18:00, Closed on Tuesdays: Admission Required Before 17:30

Operating days are from Wednesday to Monday, and operating hours are from 10:00 to 18:00. Since the last admission is at 17:30, you must plan your visit based on 17:30 rather than the closing time to see the exhibition. According to the Jeju Tourism Organization, it is closed every Tuesday, but if a Tuesday falls on a public holiday, it operates normally.

The recommended viewing time for the current exhibition registered on the Culture Portal is 1 hour. However, it is better to set aside 60 to 90 minutes if you plan to read the exhibition guides and listen to the QR audio guide immediately after entering. Entering at 10:00 AM or around 16:00 PM makes it relatively easy to complete the viewing route before the 18:00 closing time.

• Operating Hours: Wed–Mon 10:00–18:00
• Last Admission: 17:30
• Regular Closing: Every Tuesday
• Tuesday Public Holiday: Normal operation guide
• Current Exhibition Recommended Time: Approx. 1 hour

Adults 10,000 KRW, Jeju Residents 5,000 KRW: Checking Criteria for 36 Months and 75 Years Old

According to official guidelines, individual admission fees are 10,000 KRW for adults aged 19 and over, and 6,000 KRW for children and youth aged 36 months to 18 years. Jeju residents are discounted to 5,000 KRW for adults and 3,000 KRW for children and youth, and must present an ID or proof of residence upon entry.

Infants under 36 months and seniors aged 75 and over are free. National merit recipients, soldiers, police, firefighters, basic livelihood security recipients, and people with disabilities are also included in the free admission category. As price changes for each exhibition are notified, it is advisable to reconfirm the amount on the official website or at 064-794-5115, especially before and after exhibition changes.

• Adults (19 and over): 10,000 KRW
• Children/Youth (36 months to 18 years): 6,000 KRW
• Jeju Resident Adults: 5,000 KRW
• Jeju Resident Children/Youth: 3,000 KRW
• Free: Under 36 months, 75 and over, National merit recipients, etc.

QR Audio Guide and Earphones: Items Easily Missed in the Exhibition Hall

According to the Jeju Tourism Organization, you can use a free audio guide by scanning the QR code on the commentary guide received upon entry. If you bring your own earphones, you can listen to commentaries on your mobile phone in front of the artworks, making it easier for visitors not familiar with Korean to follow the exhibition themes and artist descriptions.

Food and drinks are not allowed inside the exhibition hall. The use of flash photography, tripods, and selfie sticks is also restricted. There is a cafe and a souvenir shop on the first floor, so plan your drinks or breaks before or after viewing. If your visit is primarily for photography, it is best to follow the on-site guidance before entering.

To 788 Sallongnam-ro: Difference Between Rental Car Parking and Gwangpyeong-ri Stop (1.2km)

The address is Podo Museum, 788, Sallongnam-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do, and the main phone number is 064-794-5115. Information from the Korea Tourism Organization indicates that parking is available, making it suitable for travel by rental car. However, details such as parking fees and spaces for the disabled are not confirmed in public official guides, so a phone inquiry is necessary before departure.

If using only public transportation, the Gwangpyeong-ri stop, which is guided as the closest, is about 1.2km away. Local buses 752-1 and 752-2 pass through this stop, but the walk from the stop to the museum is long and includes sections of the mid-mountain road. Since bus schedules and last buses are subject to change, check the Jeju Bus Information System on the day of your visit. If you have luggage or your schedule ends after dark, it is more practical to prioritize taxis or rental cars.

• Road Name Address: 788, Sallongnam-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si
• Main Phone: 064-794-5115
• Parking: Available
• Nearby Stop: Gwangpyeong-ri, approx. 1.2km
• Routes: No. 752-1, No. 752-2

Bonte Museum 1.8km, Camellia Hill 3.6km: A Half-Day Route in Andeok-myeon

From Podo Museum, the Bonte Museum is guided as approximately 1.8km away and Camellia Hill as approximately 3.6km away. The Bonte Museum is in the same Sallongnam-ro area, making it easy to connect when viewing indoor exhibitions consecutively, while Camellia Hill can be chosen when you want to add a seasonal outdoor route. Bangju Church is also nearby, so it is frequently bundled into a course for viewing architecture and exhibitions together.

In the Jeju Forum tour schedule on the Culture Portal, the viewing time for Podo Museum was set for 13:20–14:20, which is one hour. If you only visit Podo Museum, set aside 1 to 1.5 hours; if you add the Bonte Museum or Bangju Church, it is better to allow at least half a day, including travel and meal times. Rather than trying to connect to Camellia Hill on foot, you should plan on the premise of moving by vehicle.

Indoor Viewing Possible Even on Rainy Days, but Inquire in Advance for Strollers and Wheelchairs

Since the exhibition space, first-floor cafe, and souvenir shop are all in one building, it is a good indoor schedule for days with rain or strong winds. Since exhibitions and themes can change, it is necessary to check current exhibition information on the official website https://www.podomuseum.com/ before visiting.

Public guides did not confirm the detailed scope of wheelchair/stroller movement routes, rental equipment, disabled toilets, or on-site foreign language guidance. However, a tourism information page for English and Japanese-speaking tourists is provided separately, and a QR audio guide is also available. If you require stair avoidance, companion assistance, or accessibility facilities, it is safer to inquire at 064-794-5115 at least one day in advance to check the accessible areas.

• Official Website: https://www.podomuseum.com/
• Email: [email protected]
• 1st Floor Facilities: Cafe, Souvenir Shop
• Exhibition Hall Food/Drink: Not allowed to bring or consume
• Flash, Tripod, Selfie Stick: Restricted use