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If you’ve ever dreamed of walking through your favorite K-drama scenes, savoring dishes your onscreen crush cooked, or visiting the romantic spots where love blossoms on screen, you’re in the right place. These 100 travel ideas will turn your K-drama daydreams into reality across South Korea!
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Iconic Filming Locations in Seoul
1. Stroll Seochon’s quaint alleyways
Explore the charming streets featured in “Goblin” for that perfect Jeju-esque vibe just outside Gyeongbokgung.
2. Sip tea at Bukhansan’s hidden café “Cha-teul”
Relive “Romance Is a Bonus Book” moments with views of Seoul’s skyline through delicate windows.
3. Marvel at the Banpo Rainbow Fountain
Recreate the “Legend of the Blue Sea” fountain rendezvous by the Han River at night.
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4. Take selfies at Ihwa Mural Village
Capture the colorful walls and staircases seen in episodes of “Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo.”
5. Dine in Namsan Seoul Tower’s revolving restaurant
Feel like a drama heroine as you enjoy panoramic city views, reminiscent of “My Love from the Star.”
6. Wander Along the Cheonggyecheon Stream
Recapture the first-meeting jitters from “Crash Landing on You” on these lit-up walkways.
7. Experience a book café in Jongno
Sit beneath shelves of classics, just like in “It’s Okay to Not Be Okay,” and pour over your favorite scripts.
8. Cross the Banpo Bridge’s illuminated arches
Watch water and light shows that mirror the dreamy dances of “Pinocchio.”
9. Snap bias-worthy shots at Seoullo 7017
This elevated garden was featured in multiple romantic K-dramas, offering sweeping urban views.
10. Explore Ewha Women’s University campus
Admire the building fronts and quads seen in “The Heirs” while dressed in campus chic.
11. Café-hop in Garosugil, Sinsa-dong
Sip a latte at the café where Jung Hae-in’s character in “Something in the Rain” first reads her manuscript.
12. Ride cable cars to Namsan Seoul Tower
Recreate the iconic confession scene from “Boys Over Flowers” as you ascend.
13. View street art in Hongdae
Discover the murals and neon lights frequented by leads in “Shut Up Flower Boy Band.”
14. Dine at the “Jongno Halmeoni Kalguksu”
Taste the kalguksu that warmed hearts in “Chicago Typewriter.”
15. Snap a shot at the Blue House pavilion
Stand where characters from “The King: Eternal Monarch” viewed the palace grounds.
16. Explore Dongdaemun Design Plaza at dawn
Capture the futuristic curves that lit “Mr. Sunshine’s” early scenes.
17. Find railway tracks at Yangpyeong Dumulmeori
Pose where lovers met in “Personal Taste” by the serene Bukhangang River.
18. Attend a night concert at Olympic Park
Channel “Reply 1988” nostalgia with live music performances under the stars.
19. Explore the Hangang Park bike trails
Rent a yellow bike—the same style used in “Oh My Venus”—and cycle beside the river.
20. Visit the old filming studio at MBC World
Dress as your favorite character and snap holographic scenes from famous dramas.
21. Savor patbingsu at Tosokchon near Gyeongbokgung
Enjoy the sweet treat that Yoo Yeon-seok’s character loved in “Reply 1994.”
22. Stroll the paths of Seoul Forest
Recreate tender moments from “Hotel Del Luna” among deer and sculptures.
23. Shop at Lotte World Mall
Explore the mall’s aquarium and rooftop garden, seen in episodes of “W” and “Tempted.”
24. Explore the “Moonlight Romance” pavilion at Gyeonghuigung
Reimagine the palace scenes from “Moon Lovers: Scarlet Heart Ryeo.”
25. Climb the steps of Bukchon Hanok Village
Wander the traditional houses that formed the backdrop for many Joseon-era dramas.
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