The Osulloc Tea Museum (오설록 티뮤지엄) is the green tea stop almost every Jeju itinerary includes, and for good reason: entry is free, the Seogwang tea fields roll out right next to the building, and the cafe serves some of the most photographed matcha ice cream on the island. This guide covers what you can see there, how to get there by car or bus, the hours, and what we thought of the matcha latte and ice cream.
This review is adapted from a visit by Revitguide reviewer 호미식 (Homisik), who rated it 3.5 out of 5. Read the original Korean review on Revitguide.
Osulloc Tea Museum at a Glance
| Address | 15 Sinhwayeoksa-ro, Andeok-myeon, Seogwipo-si, Jeju (제주특별자치도 서귀포시 안덕면 신화역사로 15) |
| Hours | Open every day, 09:00 to 18:00, extended to 19:00 in summer. Opening can be delayed or closing moved earlier in heavy rain or snow. |
| Admission | Free. Tea Stone tea courses and cafe or restaurant orders are paid separately. |
| Parking | Free parking next to the museum and across the road |
| Phone | +82 64-794-5312 |
| Time needed | About 1 to 1.5 hours, or 2 to 3 hours with the tea fields and a cafe break |
| Map | Open in Naver Map |
What Is the Osulloc Tea Museum?
Osulloc is the tea brand of the Korean cosmetics group Amorepacific. The company opened the museum in September 2001 as Korea’s first tea museum, right beside its Seogwang tea plantation in the southwest of Jeju. The main building takes a teacup as its motif, and it was renovated in 2023 so that more of it looks out over the tea fields and the Gotjawal forest.
Inside, you can learn about the history of tea in Korea and in other tea cultures, watch tea leaves being roasted in the Tea Roastery, try and buy fresh tea, and stock up on tea gifts in the shop. The Korea Tourism Organization lists the museum at around 1.8 million visitors a year, so expect company.
What to See at the Osulloc Tea Museum
Seogwang tea fields
The rows of green tea bushes start just outside the museum. Walking paths run between them, and this is where most of the photos you have seen of Jeju tea fields are taken. The fields are free to walk, and they look different with the seasons, from fresh spring green to yellower tones later in the year.
Tea Roastery and exhibits
In the roastery, staff roast freshly picked leaves into tea, and you can taste and buy what they make. On our visit we could also watch a machine grinding matcha into fine green powder, which felt like a small factory tour inside a museum.
Tea Stone and the Tea Terrace
Tea Stone is a separate tea culture space on the grounds. Its Osulloc Premium Tea Course runs about 80 minutes in a private room facing the forest and needs a reservation on the Osulloc website; a 2026 visitor post quotes the official price as ₩60,000 per person. The Tea Terrace serves matcha noodles and other meals, so you can turn the visit into lunch.
Innisfree Jeju House next door
The Innisfree Jeju House, run by the sister beauty brand, sits on the same grounds. It sells Jeju-themed products, and many visitors combine the two in one stop.
Our Visit: Matcha Ice Cream and a Gentle Latte
If you like matcha and you are in Jeju, this is a place you end up visiting at least once. The Osulloc Tea Museum felt less like a cafe and more like a space where you experience matcha as a culture.
I ordered a matcha latte and matcha ice cream. Honestly, I came more for the space than the desserts, but I ended up more satisfied than I expected.
As you walk in, a wall of bright green matcha products greets you first. You can see how tea is made and the machines that make it, and the route continues through matcha exhibits and all kinds of goods. It felt like walking through a small museum. If you love matcha, the space alone is enough to make the trip fun.
The matcha ice cream was the highlight
The dessert I remember most was the matcha ice cream. It was thick yet smooth, with that slightly bitter matcha flavor coming through strongly. It was not too sweet, so I never got tired of it, and it was the menu item where I could taste the matcha itself most clearly.
The latte was milder than expected
The matcha latte surprised me a little. I expected a strong matcha, but it was much softer and gentler than I thought. It felt balanced for a wide audience, so anyone can drink it easily. If you like your matcha intense, it may disappoint a bit, but beginners will find it easy to enjoy. The latte and ice cream together came to ₩13,000.
It is very busy
There are a lot of people. It almost felt like there were more foreign tourists than Korean visitors, and every part of the building was buzzing. If you were hoping for a quiet cafe, it may feel hectic. On the other hand, the space is so big and seats turn over so quickly that I did not wait long for a table.
Jeju has a huge number of good cafes, but for matcha it is hard to leave Osulloc out. Walking the green tea fields, seeing how matcha is made, and finishing with matcha desserts is an experience you can only have here.
Osulloc Tea Museum Cafe Menu
The Tea House menu on the Osulloc website is built around tea from its Jeju fields:
- Tea: hot and iced organic green teas and blended teas
- Tea lattes: green tea latte and other milk teas
- O’Fredo: blended iced drinks such as green tea or Hallabong, topped with ice cream
- Tea ades made with an organic tea base
- Ice cream: green tea or hojicha, plus a seasonal shaved ice
- Osulloc roll cake with mascarpone cream
Prices change, so check the board on the day. For reference, our matcha latte and ice cream came to ₩13,000 for the two.
How to Get to the Osulloc Tea Museum
- By car: about 50 minutes from Jeju Airport or Jeju City via Pyeonghwa-ro (Road 1135), about 30 minutes from Jungmun, and about 30 minutes from Hallim, according to the official directions. Parking is free.
- By bus: from Jeju Airport or Jeju Bus Terminal, take bus 151 or 255 and get off at the “Osulloc” (오설록) stop. Plan on roughly an hour, and check current timetables, since buses on the west side are not frequent.
- By taxi: handy if you are combining it with nearby west-side sights.
Tips for Visiting
- Go early in the morning if you want the tea fields and the cafe with fewer people.
- Outside food and drinks are not allowed in the museum or the outdoor areas.
- Pets cannot go inside the museum.
- Wheelchairs and strollers can be borrowed, and there is an elevator.
- In heavy rain, snow or typhoons, opening may be delayed or closing moved earlier, so check the official site.
Verdict
My rating: 3.5 out of 5. It is hard to recommend if you want a calm cafe, but if you like matcha, the Osulloc Tea Museum is a Jeju landmark worth visiting at least once. Order the matcha ice cream first, and pick a stronger tea drink if you find lattes too mild.
For quieter tea rooms, see our Jeju matcha and tea houses guide. For more coffee and sweets, read our Jeju coffee guide and Jeju bakery guide, and for meals nearby, try our Jeju local eats and Jeju dinner picks.
FAQ
Is the Osulloc Tea Museum free?
Yes. Entry to the museum, the shop and the tea fields is free. You pay only for food and drinks, and for experiences such as the Tea Stone tea course.
What are the Osulloc Tea Museum opening hours?
It is open every day from 09:00 to 18:00, and until 19:00 in summer. Bad weather can change the hours.
How long should I spend there?
About an hour covers the museum and shop. Allow two to three hours if you also want to walk the tea fields, sit in the cafe and visit the Innisfree Jeju House next door.
Is the matcha latte strong?
On our visit it was mild and easygoing rather than intense. The green tea ice cream had the deeper matcha flavor.
We checked prices and hours in November 2026, and they can change. Check Naver Map before you go.