Step Into the Scene: 3 Must-Visit K-Drama Locations in Seoul & What to Eat Nearby

 

✨ Walk Into a K-Drama: My Seoul Filming Location Adventure + What I Ate Nearby

Hey drama lovers and foodies—this one’s for you! If you’ve ever binged “Goblin” and wished you could walk through those hanok alleyways or watched “Itaewon Class” and dreamed of clinking soju glasses with Park Sae-Ro-Yi, Seoul is calling your name.

I recently spent 3 glorious days retracing K-drama steps and stuffing my face with some of Seoul’s best eats. Here's everything I saw, tasted, paid for, and loved—down to the last spicy bite.

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📍 Stop 1: N Seoul Tower – A Skyline Straight Outta "My Love from the Star"

Scene Vibes: Featured in “My Love From the Star,” “Legend of the Blue Sea,” “Boys Over Flowers”. Best time to visit? 5:00 PM for sunset into night views.

🚌 How to Get There

• Subway to Myeongdong Station (Line 4), Exit 3
• Walk 10 mins to Namsan Cable Car or take Bus 02/03/05

💰 Costs

• Cable Car (Round trip): ₩9,500 (~$7)
• Observatory Admission: ₩11,000 (~$8.50)
• Café Coffee: ₩6,000 (~$4.60)

🍲 What I Ate: Myeongdong Kyoja

Dish: Kalguksu – ₩10,000 (~$7.70)
Flavor: Garlicky broth, silky noodles, spicy punchy kimchi. A comforting hug in a bowl.

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📍 Stop 2: Bukchon Hanok Village – "Goblin" Nostalgia + Toasted Heaven

Scene Vibes: As seen in “Goblin,” “Personal Taste,” “Encounter”. Come in the morning for peace, or golden hour for drama!

🚌 How to Get There

• Subway to Anguk Station (Line 3), Exit 2
• Walk 10 mins to the village

💰 Costs

• Entrance: Free
• Tea & Toast at Tteuran: ₩12,000 (~$9.20)
• Optional Hanbok Rental: ₩20,000 (~$15) for 2 hrs

🍵 What I Ate: Tteuran

Dish: Injeolmi toast + Omija tea
Flavor: Buttery toast with roasted soybean dust, tart-fruity omija tea. Photogenic and nostalgic.

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📍 Stop 3: Itaewon – Where "Itaewon Class" Came to Life

Scene Vibes: Featured in “Itaewon Class,” “Crash Landing on You,” “Something in the Rain”. Come at night for neon vibes and street eats.

🚌 How to Get There

• Subway to Itaewon Station (Line 6), Exit 1
• Walk around the neighborhood

💰 Costs

• Coffee at Oriole (DanBam café): ₩6,000–₩8,000 (~$5–$6)
• Hanwoo Set at Maple Tree House: ₩32,000 (~$25)
• Desserts: ₩5,000–₩7,000 (~$4–$5.50)

🥩 What I Ate: Maple Tree House

Dish: Premium grilled Hanwoo beef
Flavor: Juicy, smoky perfection. Side dishes were excellent, and doenjang stew added depth.

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💸 Total 3-Day K-Drama Tour Budget

• Transport (T-money): ~$10
• Food: ~$70
• Tickets & Experiences: ~$25
• Desserts & Cafés: ~$20
• Total (excluding hotel): ~$120–130

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🌟 Korea First-Timer Travel Tips

• Buy a T-Money card at the airport for subways/buses.
• Naver Map or KakaoMap works better than Google Maps in Korea.
• Subways shut down after midnight—plan ahead!
• Most shops accept cards—cash not required often.
• Learn key Korean phrases—locals appreciate it.

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❓ K-Drama Travel Q&A

Q: Can foreigners wear hanbok at Bukchon?
A: Totally! It’s encouraged, and many shops offer rentals nearby.

Q: Is it rude to take photos of people in hanbok?
A: Always ask first. Many are tourists like you!

Q: Can I visit DanBam from “Itaewon Class”?
A: Yes! The set became “Oriole” café, still open and rooftop ready.

Q: Do I need to tip in Korea?
A: Nope. Tipping isn’t a thing. Your bill is all-inclusive.

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Inspired to walk through your favorite dramas? Bring your appetite and your camera—Seoul is waiting.