Located in Seogwipo, the Jeju Chocolate Museum (초콜릿 박물관) is recognized as the second largest chocolate museum in the world, following the Cologne Chocolate Museum in Germany. Built using volcanic scoria unique to Jeju Island, the museum resembles an ancient castle that blends harmoniously into its natural surroundings.
At the entrance, a whimsical statue of a cacao god greets guests as they arrive. The property features a spacious 5,000-square-meter front yard surrounded by a low stone fence, offering passsersby a picturesque view of the front garden.
Exhibits & Highlights at Jeju Chocolate Museum
The three-story museum houses a gallery, a theater, a café, a workshop, and a chocolate store. Among its most popular areas are the gallery, which presents various exhibits on chocolate, and the workshop, where visitors can watch the chocolate-making process.
Inside the 'Collection Square', visitors can view a wide range of chocolate cases and items gathered from around the globe by the museum director, Mr. Han Ye-seok. Guests can also visit the 'Chateâu Chocolat: Real Chocolate Place' retail shop to sample and buy handmade chocolates produced right at the museum. Chateâu Chocolat also operates franchise locations in Seoul (Gyeongbokgung, Apgujeong, Itaewon, and Changdeokgung) and Gangwon-do (Yangyang and Somdari).
Opening Hours and Admission Fees
The museum is open all year round. Regular operating hours for weekdays are from 10:30 to 17:00, with last admission allowed at 16:40.
Admission costs 8,000 KRW (about $6) for adults and 6,000 KRW (about $4.50) for children. Free admission is provided for seniors aged 65 and over as well as children under the age of 6. On-site parking is free of charge.
Location and Visitor Information
The museum is located at 144 Iljuseo-ro 3000beon-gil, Daejeong-eup, Seogwipo-si, Jeju-do. For inquiries, visitors can reach the information desk by phone at +82-64-792-3121 or visit their official website at www.chocolatemuseum.org.
Operating details can change over time, so it is recommended to check official contact channels before visiting. Searching the address in Korean map apps like Naver Map or KakaoMap usually provides the most reliable route guidance.
Source: Korea Tourism Organization (VisitKorea). Photos: KOGL Type 1.