Major city · South Korea
Yokjido
Spend a half‑day to a full day on Yokjido: ferry from Tongyeong, explore beaches and monorail, then return the same evening.
Yokjido is a small island off Tongyeong with steep terrain, pebble beaches and a short monorail loop. Most sights fit in a day, making it a side‑trip rather than a base.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- KRW
- Best months
- Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct (check)
- avoid Jul–Aug (heat, possible ferry delays)
- Airport
- PUS
- Nights
- 0–1 (day trip)
Not a trip line yet
Rules in force · 5
- East Asia ↗Every border in East Asia is a full international border, Hong Kong and Macau included: an entry permission for one never covers the next.
- East Asia ↗Ferries between Korea, Japan and China cancel in rough seas and typhoons; keep a flight or a spare day behind every sea leg.
- South Korea ↗Check K-ETA and visa status on the official sites before you fly; the list of nationalities exempted from registering online changes year by year.
- South Korea ↗Google Maps gives poor walking and driving directions in Korea; use Naver Map or Kakao Map for routes.
- South Korea ↗Buy a T-money card (or use a phone-based transit pass) for subway and buses; it also pays at convenience stores and many taxis.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Emergency numbers for Yokjido112 ▾
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Yokjido, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Cards work almost everywhere, including taxis, convenience stores and many market stalls; carry ₩30,000–50,000 (≈ US$25–40) in cash for street food…South Korea-wide
- SIM or eSIMSK Telecom, KT and LG U+ sell tourist SIMs and eSIMs at airport arrivals; a passport is required, and data-only plans are cheapest.South Korea-wide
- Tap waterOfficially safe from the tap; most people drink filtered water, and restaurants serve it free.South Korea-wide
- TippingRestaurants and cafés: No tip; a service charge appears only in top hotels.South Korea-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/F. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 220 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.South Korea-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; watch for slippery rocks on beaches and confirm ferry operation during storms.
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- RestroomsFree, clean public toilets in every subway station; paper goes in the toilet in new buildings, in the bin where a sign asks.South Korea-wide
- Emergency numbers112 police · 119 fire and ambulance (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysPalaces close one weekday (Gyeongbokgung Tuesday, others mostly Monday); national museums open daily but close on 1 Jan, Seollal and Chuseok days.South Korea-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportPUS Gimhae International Airport.
- Getting aroundWalk or rent a bike; the island’s monorail runs a short loop connecting the main port and beaches.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Budget bedCamping spot, a night, per person₩15,000 (≈ US$11)
- Mid-range bedPension room (double), a night, per room₩80,000 (≈ US$60)
- High-end bedPension room (double), a night, per room₩120,000 (≈ US$90)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget ₩30,000 (≈ US$25) · Mid ₩50,000 (≈ US$40) · High ₩80,000 (≈ US$60)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- PUS Gimhae International Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
not flagged
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
Feb
not flagged
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Mar
not flagged
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Apr
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Avoid
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Oct
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Nov
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Dec
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Best: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Avoid: Jul–Aug. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C) low), wettest Jul (12 rain days), driest Feb (6). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Yokjido: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
7 rd
Feb
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
6 rd
Mar
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
8 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
9 rd
May
21°C (70°F)70°F (21°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
10 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
11 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
12 rd
Sep
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
19°C (66°F)66°F (19°C)
9 rd
Oct
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
7 rd
Nov
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7°C (45°F)45°F (7°C)
6 rd
Dec
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
7 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Walk or rent a bike; the island’s monorail runs a short loop connecting the main port and beaches. Taxis are scarce; small buses operate limited schedules.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Tongyeong
goDoor to door: About 1 h total
Ferry from Tongyeong terminal, 40–60 min depending on weather
Main gateway to the island; explore Dongpirang murals and market before returning.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Yokjido Cheongbori Auto Camp
Camping site near the coast, basic facilities.
Dine Pension
Ocean‑view rooms, private bathrooms.
Optatio Pension
Separate house, good for families, fishing access.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- ₩30,000–₩50,000 (≈ US$25–40) excl. bed
- Mid
- ₩50,000–₩80,000 (≈ US$40–60) excl. bed
- High
- ₩80,000 (≈ US$60)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Pension room (double)1 × 1 night × ₩50,000 | ₩50,000 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × ₩30,000 | ₩60,000 |
| Round‑trip ferry Tongyeong ↔ Yokjido2 × ₩12,000 · check | ₩24,000 |
| Monorail day pass2 × ₩5,000 · check | ₩10,000 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | ₩14,400 |
| Trip total≈ ₩79,200 per person per day, bed included | ₩158,400≈ US$120 |
Basic private bathroom.
2026 estimate in won; transport and accommodation only.
Prices of common things
| Sweet‑potato donut | ₩4,000–6,000 (≈ US$3–5) |
| Fresh mackerel sashimi (portion) | ₩8,000–12,000 (≈ US$6–9) |
| Bottled tangerine (1 kg) | ₩20,000 (≈ US$15) |
| Ferry ticket (one way)check | ₩12,000–15,000 (≈ US$9–11) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Ferry times vary with weather; check the Tongyeong terminal schedule each day.
- Beaches are pebble‑covered; bring water‑shoes for comfort.
- Some shops close early in winter; verify opening hours if visiting outside peak season.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 112
- Fire and ambulance
- 119
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Emergency
- Police112
- Fire and ambulance119
Embassy
US consulate in Busan (check address); other nations use the Seoul embassy.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Tongyeong → Yokjido ferry: about ₩12,000 (≈ US$9) per person, 40–60 min (check)
- Monorail loop: about ₩5,000 (≈ US$4) per ride
Say or show
- 죄송합니다 — Excuse me / Sorry (joesonghamnida)
- 감사합니다 — Thank you (gamsahamnida)
- 이거 얼마예요? — How much is this? (igeo eolmayeyo?)
- 여객선 터미널이 어디에요? — Where is the ferry terminal? (yeogaegseon teomineul eodieyo?)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Yokjido. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct (check) · avoid Jul–Aug (heat, possible ferry delays) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 1 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a ferry‑ticket package to your itinerary for flexible return times.
- Consider a bike‑rental add‑on for faster beach hopping.
Sources
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