A trip to South Korea isn’t complete without visiting some K-Drama filming locations.
That’s why we’ve prepared this list of locations that definitely need a spot in your itinerary if you’re visiting this fall or next year.
Sinchon Graffiti Tunnel (Seoul)
If you watched Goblin, you probably already know this tunnel. It’s where Kim Shin (Gong Yoo) and the Grim Reaper (Lee Dong Wook) perform their unforgettable slow-motion walk while holding green onions in episode 10.
The tunnel is known as the Sinchon Graffiti Tunnel because of the colorful graffiti adorning its walls and its location next to Sinchon Station, which is between Ewha Womans University and Yonsei University.
It has been a popular K-Drama filming location for quite some time, with appearances in other K-Dramas like Twinkling Watermelon.
English Address: 143-28 Daesin-dong, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
Dongdaemun Design Plaza (Seoul)
Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, this building is one of the most popular spots for photographers thanks to its eye-catching and modern design.
It also hosts both international and local events, such as fashion shows, exhibitions, forums, and conferences. And it’s been featured in K-Dramas like Vincenzo and Lovely Runner.
English Address: 281, Eulji-ro, Jung-gu, Seoul
Cheomseongdae Observatory (Gyeongju)
This is the oldest astronomical observatory in Korea, built in 633 during the reign of Queen Seondeok and made up of 365 individual stones symbolizing the days of the year.
It has served as the background for several school retreats in K-Content, such as A Good Day To Be A Dog, 20th Century Girl, and Love Untangled.
The fall is the perfect time to visit this location, as the fields surrounding the observatory transform into the famous Pink Muhly fields in full bloom.
English Address: 140-25, Cheomseong-ro, Gyeongju-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Sunshine Studio (Nonsan)
This is a 40,000-square-meter set built to recreate Seoul in the 1900s and to serve as the filming location for Mr. Sunshine.
Here, you can rent period costumes and walk along the same streets where Eugene Choi (Lee Byung Hun) and Go Ae Shin (Kim Tae Ri) met.
The set has also been used as a filming location for K-Dramas such as Pachinko and Tale of the Nine-Tailed: 1938.
English Address: 90 Bonghwang-ro, Yeonmu-eup, Nonsan-si, Chungcheongnam-do
Sabang Memorial Park (Pohang)
This location is the same spot as the famous boat at the top of the hill where Yoon Hye Jin (Shin Min Ah) and Hong Doo Shik (Kim Seon Ho) shared so many moments throughout the episodes of Hometown Cha-Cha-Cha, including their wedding photos.
During the fall, this place turns into a must-visit destination as the weather gets cooler and the coastal views become even more healing.
English Address: 66 Odo-ri, Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, Pohang-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
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FAQs
Most of the Korean dramas are filmed in different locations across Seoul, such as N Seoul Tower, Bukchon Hanok Village, and Dongdaemun Design Plaza. K-drama filming locations are also located in Jeonju, Incheon, Gangneung, Pohang, and Jeju Island.
Dongsamun Design Plaza (DDP), N Seoul Tower, Bukchon Hanok Village, Gyeongbokgung Palace, and Yonsei University are some of the famous locations in Korea where many successful K-Dramas have been shot.
K-drama tours let fans step into iconic filming locations and experience Korea beyond the screen. With Noona’s Noonchi Tours, you’ll also dive into authentic local food, culture, and experiences inspired by your favorite shows.
A guided itinerary like Noona’s Noonchi Tours makes exploring K-drama filming locations simple. You’ll visit famous spots across Seoul and other cities while taking part in cultural activities along the way.
