Mysterious Road is 40% Baby-Friendly
What are the highlights at Mysterious Road (with baby)?
- Experience the gravity illusion safely from your car seat.
- Take memorable family photos at the iconic signpost.
- Enjoy a nearby café break with snacks and views.
- No entrance fee and a short visit suit a baby’s routine.
- Simple setup means easy planning and quick fun.
How Baby-Friendly is Mysterious Road?
A baby can stay buckled during the car roll, but the site lacks stroller paths, diaper stations, quiet seating, and shade, so only a very brief, car-based stop is practical.
Note: Mysterious Road is 40% Baby-Friendly. You may want to consider other Baby-Friendly Things to Do in Jeju for a more suitable experience.
Considerations for visiting Mysterious Road (with baby)
Positives:
- Free Experience: No entrance fee makes it easy to add to your day.
- Quick Visit: The main illusion takes less than 10 minutes, ideal for short stops with a baby.
Challenges:
- No Baby Facilities: No stroller paths, seating or changing stations on site.
- Limited Shade: The road has little tree cover—bring sun protection.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with baby: Allows time to experience the illusion, take photos, and grab a snack without rushing with a baby.
Baby-Friendly Activities in Mysterious Road
Drive in Neutral Up the Slope:
Shift into neutral on the marked stretch and watch your car appear to roll uphill.
Tip: Keep your baby secured in a car seat and enjoy the illusion from inside.
Capture a Family Photo:
Pose together at the 'Mysterious Road' signpost for a fun keepsake.
Tip: Step off the road carefully and use a wide-angle shot to include the rolling hills.
Snack Break at Mystic 3° Café:
Walk to the nearby café for coffee, cake and views of Hallasan.
Tip: Call ahead about stroller space and use outdoor seating if needed.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 3 (2 Adults + 1 Baby)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Road visit | KRW 0 |
| Coffee and cake at Mystic 3° Café | KRW 16,000 |
| Fresh Jeju fruit snack | KRW 5,000 |
| Total Estimated | KRW 21,000 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
When is the best time to visit Mysterious Road?
Visit in spring or autumn for mild weather. Avoid winter frost and summer heat, which can affect road safety and comfort.
How to Maximize Your Visit to Mysterious Road
- Confirm Parking Spot: Park close to the illusion zone to minimize walking with your baby.
- Pack Essentials: Bring water, snacks and a portable changing mat since no facilities are nearby.
- Use Sun Protection: Carry hats and sunscreen to protect your baby from direct sun exposure.
Map of Mysterious Road
Address: 2894-63 1100-ro, 노형동 Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea
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Reviews of Mysterious Road
MAYUR gunderia
It's a optical illusion.. You feel road is steep but it's a illusion. Car /bus will move on with the engine off.
Henry Tran
It's really really boring in the conventional sense but watching people try to roll cans and bottles down the hill with cars parked in neutral rolling backwards was hilarious. Definitely worth a stop if you want to see how boring it actually is
Lionel Cheng
This is a short segment of road (about 50 to 80 m long, with signs indicating start and end) which appears to go uphill (optical illusion). Hence, a rolling can or car in neutral gear will seem to "roll uphill". Several cars stopped on the road, switched on hazard lights, and then either rolled forward/backward up the hill. One has to be very careful as there is traffic on the road.
Marco
Mysterious Road in Jeju, explored in February, was a fascinating encounter with an optical illusion of nature. Despite its seemingly ordinary appearance, this sloping road challenged the laws of gravity, creating an intriguing and mystifying experience. The illusion of objects rolling uphill defied logic, giving rise to a sense of wonder and curiosity. Even in the winter chill, witnessing this pec...
Alice Yan
Took us a few rounds to test out the mysterious road phenomenon. There are signs on both sides of the road saying the Mysterious road starts here. It is not a very long stretch and one could try out this optic illusion using a bottled water or turning off the engine of the car at neutral gear to see the car/bottle going upwards on the uphill slope. Pretty cool. Highly recommend the Mystic Cafe whi...
About Mysterious Road
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