Is there parking at Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju)?

Yes (Available (Small-sized vehicles 60 / Large-sized vehicles 6)). On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.

What are the opening hours of Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju)?

09:00–18:00 (KST). Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).

Which day is Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju) least crowded?

Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Tuesday is the quietest day of the week (average 42) and Saturday the busiest (average 66). The single quietest day is Tue, Nov 10.

What time should I visit Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju) to avoid the crowds?

Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving right after opening (09:00) or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.

Will Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju) be crowded this weekend?

This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be moderate (daily crowd index 66; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.

Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju)

Jeju-si · Temple & religious site

Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju): This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) looks moderate (daily crowd index 66); the quietest day in the next 30 days is Tue, Nov 10; weekday average 47, weekend average 62; the quietest day of the week is Tuesday; opening hours: 09:00–18:00 (KST).

Gwaneumsa Temple is a historic Buddhist temple located about 650m up on the slopes of Hallasan Mountain. The road leading to the temple is exceptionally scenic, framed by cedar trees and adorned vibrant with chrysanthemum flowers, creating a striking yellow path. The temple grounds host siginificant structures such as the Cheonwangmun Gate, Daeungjeon Hall, and the Gwaneumgul Cave. For visitor convenience, the complex includes a café and a restaurant specializing in Buddhist temple cuisine. Additionally, the temple offers a templestay program, providing guests with a unique opportunity to engage in rest and meditation, embracing the tranquil solitude of the temple environment.

Description: Korea Tourism Organization

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Type: Temple & religious site
Area: Jeju-si
Address: 660 Sallokbuk-ro, Jeju-si, Jeju-do
Opening hours: 09:00–18:00 (KST)
Closed: N/A (Open all year round)
Parking: Available (Small-sized vehicles 60 / Large-sized vehicles 6)
Sunrise / sunset: Sat, Oct 31: sunrise 06:51 · sunset 17:44
Phone: +82-64-724-6830
Popularity: Popular

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Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju): least crowded days in the next 30 days

This is the daily crowd index forecast by the Korea Tourism Organization from mobile-network data. 100 = this place's busiest period, so 50 means about half as busy as its peak. It covers the whole day — even busy days can be quiet early in the morning or in the evening.

Sun	Mon	Tue	Wed	Thu	Fri	Sat
			10/2863	2958	3047	3166
11/168	248	342	452	546	646	768
854	938	1037	1145	1246	1347	1460
1555	1647	1745	1845	1947	2051	2168
2259	2343	2442	2546

Quiet (under 55) Moderate Busy (80+) Closed · red dates are Sundays and public holidays

Quieter weekends & holidays	Sun, Nov 8 54 · Sun, Nov 15 55 · Sun, Nov 22 59
Quietest days	Tue, Nov 3 42 · Mon, Nov 9 38 · Tue, Nov 10 37
Busiest days	Sun, Nov 1 68 · Sat, Nov 7 68 · Sat, Nov 21 68
Weekday / weekend average	Weekdays 47 · weekends 62
Average by day of week	Mon 44 · Tue 42 · Wed 50 · Thu 49 · Fri 48 · Sat 66 · Sun 59 (bold = quietest day)

Festivals & events nearby

Roads and car parks around festival sites get busier than usual. All festivals in Korea →

2026 Je5hoe Jejubiennalle Heokkeugok Modakchigok Iyahong : Byeonyongui Gisul 2026 제5회 제주비엔날레 허끄곡 모닥치곡 이야홍 : 변용의 기술 On now Tue, Aug 25 – Sun, Nov 15 · 7 km
2026 Segyeseomchukje 2026 세계섬축제 On now Wed, Oct 28 – Thu, Oct 29 · 10 km
2026 Je6hoe Jejuhwangyeonggyoyukhanmadang 2026 제6회 제주환경교육한마당 Fri, Oct 30 – Sat, Oct 31 · 9 km

FAQ

Is there parking at Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju)?: Yes (Available (Small-sized vehicles 60 / Large-sized vehicles 6)). On weekends and holidays the car park fills up early, so arrive in the morning.
What are the opening hours of Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju)?: 09:00–18:00 (KST). Hours can change by season or for events, so check before you go. Times are Korea time (KST).
Which day is Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju) least crowded?: Based on the Korea Tourism Organization forecast for the next 30 days, Tuesday is the quietest day of the week (average 42) and Saturday the busiest (average 66). The single quietest day is Tue, Nov 10.
What time should I visit Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju) to avoid the crowds?: Tourist spots are usually busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Arriving right after opening (09:00) or late in the afternoon is much calmer. The Noonchi app shows a score for every departure time from your location.
Will Gwaneumsa Temple (Jeju) be crowded this weekend?: This Saturday (Sat, Oct 31) is forecast to be moderate (daily crowd index 66; 100 = busiest period). Even on busy days, early morning and late afternoon are calmer.

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Sources: Korea Tourism Organization (KOGL), crowd forecasts based on mobile-network data, Korea's national parking-lot open data. These are forecasts calculated from past data, not live information — use them as a guide. Korea time (KST, UTC+9).