Queen of Tears is one of the most popular K-Dramas of 2024, and it deserves every bit of that attention. Its story took fans on an emotional journey through some of South Korea’s most beautiful locations, from luxury hotels and five-star restaurants in Seoul to quiet gardens, arboretums, and cozy rural spots far from the city.
Whether you’re planning a trip to visit the Queen of Tears filming locations yourself or want to feel a little closer to the story of Hong Hae-in and Baek Hyun-woo, here’s your complete guide, with details on what happened at each location and everything you need to know before visiting.
Grand Walkerhill Seoul (그랜드워커힐)
This hotel is the venue for Hong Hae-in and Baek Hyun-woo’s wedding scene in Episode 1.
It’s situated in central Seoul, with a clear view of the Hangang River. It features a lounge area, banquet halls, and recreational areas.
English Address: 177, Walkerhill-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Korean Address: 서울특별시 광진구 워커힐로 177
Getting there: Gangbyeon Station (Subway Line 2), Exit 1 or Gwangnaru Station (Line 5), Exit 2
Entry: Reservation required.
Korean Stone Art Museum (우리옛돌박물관)
It serves as the Hong residence throughout the drama. Baek Hyun-woo lives here with Hong Hae-in’s family.
This museum opened in 2015 to showcase Korean stone artifacts of great cultural value. It’s located at the end of the Embassy Road in Seongbuk-dong.
English Address: 66 Daesangwan-ro 13-gil, Seongbuk-gu, Seoul
Korean Address: 서울특별시 성북구 대사관로 13길 66
Getting there: Hansung University Station (Subway Line 4), Exit 6
Hours: Weekdays: 10:00–17:00 & Holidays: 10:00–18:00. Closed on Mondays
The Hyundai Seoul (더현대 서울)
In the drama, this location appears as the Queen’s Department Store. Hong Hae-in works here as the CEO, and Baek Hyun-woo works here as the legal director.
This shopping mall is one of the trendiest places to discover the latest in fashion brands and top restaurants. It also has a futuristic space where art and nature come together.
English Address: 108 Yeoui-daero, Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
Korean Address: 서울특별시 영등포구 여의대로 108
Getting there: Yeouinaru Station (Line 5), Exit 1
Hours: Weekdays: 10:30–20:00 & Weekends: 10:30–20:20.
Mirim Bunsik (미림분식)
In Episode 2, Baek Hyun-woo meets up with a friend here to talk about his divorce.
This restaurant is a specialty snack shop serving a wide variety of Korean street food and tteokbokki.
English Address: 553 Hoam-ro, Gwanak-gu, Seoul
Korean Address: 서울 관악구 호암로 553
Getting there: Seoul National University, Venture Town Station, Exit 2
Hours: Weekdays: 11:30–20:00.
THE FORUM by Jaime Hayon, Department Store The Hyundai Daegu (현대백화점 더현대 대구)
Hong Hae-in attends a party by the brand ‘Hercyna’ in Episode 2.
Artist and designer Jaime Hayon created this space. It includes a colosseum, an indoor plaza dedicated to performances or lectures, and an outdoor sculpture park.
English Address: 2077, Dalgubeol-daero, Jung-gu, Daegu
Korean Address: 대구광역시 중구 달구벌대로 2077
Getting there: Banwol-dang Station, Exit 18
Hours: 10:30–20:00.
Sayouwon (사유원)
This is where the Hong family holds its annual hunt that we see in Episode 3.
Experts from various fields, including architects Hyo-sang Seung, Alvaro Siza Vieira, and Wook Choi, collaborated to create Sayouwon. The location is known as a peaceful place for contemplation and deep reflection.
English Address: 1150 Chisanhyoryeong-ro, Bugye-myeon, Gunwi-gun, Daegu
Korean Address: 대구광역시 군위군 부계면 치산효령로 1176
Getting there: Best reached by taxi from KTX Dongdaegu Station or Dongdaegu Station
Entry: Reservation required.
Akira Back, Four Seasons Hotel Seoul (아키라백)
Hong Hae-in and Yoon Eun-sung have dinner together at this restaurant in Episode 3.
The restaurant provides a dining experience that combines Japanese and Korean cuisine. It’s run by Michelin-distinguished chef Akira Back.
English Address: 97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Korean Address: 서울 종로구 새문안로 97
Getting there: Gwanghwamun Station, Exit 7
Hours: 11:30–22:00.
Hanam Pig House Poongsan Branch (하남돼지집 풍산직영점)
In the drama, this is a regular spot where Baek Hyun-woo meets friends and family members.
Known as South Korea’s best pork belly restaurant in Misa, this place offers top-quality grilled pork belly in a cozy atmosphere with friendly service.
English Address: 43 Misa-gangbyeonjungang-ro, Hanam-si, Gyeonggi-do
Korean Address: 경기 하남시 미사강변중앙로 43
Getting there: Take bus No. 81 or No. 112-5 from Misa Station, Exit 2
Hours: 11:30–22:00.
Sojeon Art Museum (소전미술관)
In Episode 5, Chairman Hong Man-dae takes Yoon Eun-sung to this museum.
Sojeon Art Museum exhibits masterpieces of ceramics, Buddhist art, painting, crafts, and sculptures.
English Address: 41 Soraesan-gil, Siheung-si, Gyeonggi Province
Korean Address: 경기 시흥시 소래산길 41
Getting there: Daeya Station in Seohae, Siheung, Exit 3
Hours: 10:00–21:00. Open daily.
MOTT 32 SEOUL
Hong Hae-in meets Yoon Eun-sung at this restaurant in Episode 7. He asks her to divorce Baek Hyun-woo.
This is a modernized Chinese restaurant located in Seoul. It offers a variety of dishes from regions like Canton, Shanghai, and Beijing.
English Address: 2F, 176 Sinbanpo-ro, Seocho-gu, Seoul
Korean Address: 서울 서초구 신반포로 176 2F
Getting there: Lines 3, 7, and 9; Express Bus Terminal Station, Exit 4
Hours: 11:30–22:00. Open daily.
Suwon Arboretum Irwol (일월수목원)
In this location, Hong Hae-in lies to Baek Hyun-woo in Episode 7.
It’s a large open space featuring gardens, a library, a playground, a waterside deck, and the Irwol Reservoir. You can participate in guided tours, plant workshops, and nature activities.
English Address: 61 Irwol-ro, Jangan-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
Korean Address: 경기도 수원시 장안구 일월로 61
Getting there: Best reached by taxi.
Hours: 09:30–17:30. Closed on Mondays.
Aqua Planet Ilsan (아쿠아플라넷 일산)
In a flashback scene, Baek Hyun-woo proposes to Hong Hae-in here.
Aqua Planet Ilsan is one of the biggest aquariums in the capital area. Inside, you can see exotic land and sea animals from all over the world.
English Address: 282 Hallyu World-ro, Ilsanseo-gu, Goyang-si, Gyeonggi-do
Korean Address: 경기도 고양시 일산서구 한류월드로 282
Getting there: GTX-A Kintex Station, Exit 2
Hours: 10:00–18:00.
Entry: 39,000 won (children under 36 months old are free of charge)
Hoenamu Restaurant (회나무식당)
This is Baek Hyun-woo’s favorite sundae soup restaurant.
Located near Noksapyeong Station, this home-style Korean restaurant specializes in dishes like grilled pork, bulgogi, kimchi pancakes, and tteokgalbi.
English Address: 238-1 Noksapyeong-daero, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
Korean Address: 서울 용산구 녹사평대로 238-1
Getting there: Noksapyeong Station, Exit 2
Hours: 11:00–21:00.
Mungyeong Rail Bike (문경 철로자전거(레일바이크)
Baek Hyun-woo and Hong Hae-in spend time together here. They play, take pictures, and ride rail bikes.
This area was once a mining region. Railroads transported coal and passengers along the tracks. Today, visitors use the tracks for rail bikes and miniature train rides.
English Address: 155 Jinnam 1-gil, Maseong-myeon, Mungyeong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do
Korean Address: 경상북도 문경시 마성면 진남1길 155
Getting there: Best reached by taxi.
Hours: 9:00–17:00.
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FAQs
Queen of Tears was filmed across multiple cities and regions in South Korea, including Seoul, Daegu, Suwon, Hanam, Siheung, Goyang, and Mungyeong.
Yes. The wedding scene in Episode 1 was filmed at Grand Walkerhill Seoul. The hotel is a real luxury property with banquet halls and a stunning view of the Hangang River. A reservation is required for entry.
The Queen’s Department Store, where Hong Hae-in works as CEO, is actually The Hyundai Seoul, one of Seoul’s most popular and stylish shopping destinations.
The proposal scene was filmed at Aqua Planet Ilsan, one of the largest aquariums in the greater Seoul area.
Yes, the Hong residence throughout the drama is the Korean Stone Art Museum in Seongbuk-dong, Seoul. The museum showcases Korean stone artifacts and is open to the public on weekdays from 10 AM to 5 PM and on holidays from 10 AM to 6 PM.
