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10 Kdrama Filming Locations in Jeju Island (2026)

ByRoseanne Ducut

Jeju Island is one of the most popular and memorable filming locations for kdramas, often used as the setting for hometown stories or as a backdrop for vacations and work trips.

I’ve visited Jeju three times now, and it’s always fun recognizing familiar spots while watching dramas, or visiting places specifically because they were on the show.

Below are ten kdramas filmed in Jeju Island, along with the kdrama filming locations for each.

While renting a car in Jeju makes getting around easier, many of the more popular filming spots can still be visited by bus:

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1. King The Land

Jeju Island is featured in the kdrama King The Land when the leads Sa-rang and Won take a work trip to Jeju Island.

Parnas Hotel

A woman in a gray suit stands in the spacious, modern hotel lobby looking up at the multiple floors' balconies and ceiling lighting.
photo credit: JTBC

While King the Land is primarily set in Seoul, the beautiful interior shots of the hotel lobby were actually filmed at the Parnas Hotel in Jeju.

Gapado Island

A couple in formal attire standing by a fence overlooking the ocean with a wind turbine in the background, during daylight.
photo credit: JTBC

Technically right off of Jeju Island, Gapado Island is where Sa-rang and Won do a bicycle trip.

Sono Calm Jeju

A couple standing outdoors under trees, making heart shapes with their arms against a clear blue sky.
photo credit: JTBC

When Sa-rang and Won go to Jeju to film hotel promo videos, they do a heart photo shoot at the “Heart Tree” at the Sono Calm resort in Jeju.

2. When Life Gives You Tangerines

Much of When Life Gives You Tangerines storyline is set in Jeju Island.

*Some filming locations appear to be filmed in Jeju, but were actually filmed outside of Jeju, or are locations that have similar features.

For example, the iconic yellow canola field scenes weren’t filmed in Jeju, but in Gochang in southwestern Korea—though you can still see canola fields across Jeju in the spring.

If you’re a fan of the kdrama, check out my Daegu day trip post for additional filming locations.

Seongsan Ilchulbong

A scenic view of a large, lush green mountain on Jeju Island with a small village at its base, under a cloudy sky, featured in Kdrama filming locations.
photo credit: Netflix

The volcanic-formed peak is shown in episode 2 as the backdrop when Ae-sun is forced by her mother-in-law to perform prostrations at a temple.

Seongsan Ilchulbong is open for hiking. I’ve done the 30-minute hike up twice now and highly recommend it!

Collage of bright daytime views from a scenic hike on Jeju Island, showing lush green trails, wooden stairways, and panoramic coastal landscapes. The summit features sweeping views of towns, farmland, and the ocean below. Clear skies and vibrant greenery create a fresh, inviting atmosphere throughout the climb.

Gimnyeong Coast

People sitting around a campfire on rocky Jeju coastline with the ocean in the background, during daytime. Two individuals stand apart on the rocks, with a group gathered near the fire.
photo credit: Netflix

Starting in episode 1, you’ll see the haenyeos gathering at black lava rocks. This was apparently filmed on the Gimnyeong Coast.

In November I visited Gimnyeong Beach, and you’ll see lava rocks and windmills.

People walking and taking photos on a rocky jetty at a sandy beach in Jeju Island, with the ocean and clear blue sky in the background.

Jejumok Gwana Government Office

photo credit: Netflix

In episode 8, Ae-sun and Gwan-sik write poems during a festival at Jejumok Gwana Government Office.

The entrance fee is 1,500 won, or about $1 USD.

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3. Extraordinary Attorney Woo

The Extraordinary Attorney Woo filming scenes in Jeju specifically appear during episodes 12 and 13 when the law firm and friends take a trip to the island.

Gwaneumsa Temple

A group of eight people seated on mats in a traditional room for meditation, with flowers and photos at the altar in the background.
photo credit: ENA

Gwaneumsa Temple is the temple Woo Young-woo and her team visit to help solve an ongoing case.

Sindo Port

Two individuals standing on rocky shore, one with a camera, by the ocean under a bright sky.
photo credit: ENA

Sindo Port, located on the western tip of Jeju, is where Young-woo and Jun-ho visit to see dolphins.

Saeyeongyo Bridge

Illuminated Ferris wheel and walkway at night with city skyline in background, people walking along the bridge at night.
photo credit: ENA

Soo-yeon and Min-woo take a walk on the Saeyeongyo Bridge after getting snacks.

I’ve visited the bridge both during the day and at night, and each time was worth it, especially in the evening when you can walk across the bridge to explore the illuminated Saeseom Island.

4. Welcome to Samdal-ri

Welcome to Samdal-ri was primarily shot in Jeju Island. I’ll include the kdrama filming locations in Jeju I’ve visited including the most popular sites.

Samdal’s and Yong-pil’s House

A woman with sunglasses and casual clothes sits on a white outdoor bench surrounded by potted plants in a sunny yard with a house and trees in the background.

The main filming location you’ll want to visit is Samdal’s house and the street where Yong-pil also lives, which many key scenes were filmed.

The house is graciously open to visitors.

When I visited in November 2025, the house still had promo posters hung up throughout the house.

Neighborhood Tree

Group of six women and a girl sitting on a circular bench beneath a large tree in a park. They are engaged with each other and one girl is reading a book.
photo credit: JTBC

If you keep driving north of the house, you can visit the large tree that the neighborhood residents often go to. Here’s my photo from the visit:

A young woman is sitting cross-legged on a circular bench surrounding a large tree, in a rural area with houses and a dirt road.

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road

A person walking along a rocky coastline with wind turbines visible in the ocean in the background under a partly cloudy sky.
photo credit: JTBC

This Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road is a windmill farm that serves as the scene backdrop when Samdal finally confesses her feelings to Yong-pil.

I’ve visited the Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road twice now by bus and by rental car, and it’s surreal to stand so close and even under large windmills.

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road, Jeju, Korea: This image captures a bridge walkway leading to a towering wind turbine along the Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road. The pathway, flanked by sturdy railings, extends over the water under a cloudy sky, highlighting the blend of nature and renewable energy in this scenic coastal spot.

DoDuBong Peak

Two students sit on the grass, one taking a photo of the landscape with her phone, while the other looks at the scenery.
photo credit: JTBC

DoDuBong Peak is the viewpoint where Samdal and Yong-pil go to to unwind during their school days.

It’s a short hike but has lots of stairs and paved walkways. While I’ve seen better viewpoints in Jeju, it was a nice quick workout!

Secret Forest

photo credit: JTBC

In episode 10, Samdal and Yong-pil visit the Secret Forest to take photos.

The Secret Forest is a popular photo spot in Jeju Island filled with tall cypress trees. Entrance cost is 4,000 won, or $2.75 USD.

If you want to visit more of the kdrama’s filming locations in Jeju, this post covers it well.

5. Boys Over Flowers

Jeju Island is an important backdrop in Boys Over Flowers when Jun-pyo’s friends come to visit him in episode 21 (I won’t spoil it if you haven’t watched this classic yet!)

The Shore Hotel

Four men in suits standing on balcony overlooking scenic coastal cliffs with greenery and ocean waves. Overcast sky.
photo credit: KBS

The Shore Hotel is where the F4 crew and Jan-di stay during their Jeju Island trip.

Seopjikoji Peak

View of a dining area with large windows overlooking the ocean, with a person looking outside, a restaurant server bringing a tray to a seated woman, and a beautifully set table.
photo credit: KBS

Jan-di and Ji-hoo meet at a cafe overlooking Seopjikoji Peak.

I visited Seopjikoji Peak during a recent trip, and I recommend visiting regardless. From my recent visit:

Collage of coastal walking trails on Jeju Island featuring rugged cliffs, grassy paths, and scenic ocean views. Wooden and stone walkways wind along the edge of the land, with staircases leading down to lower viewpoints. Visitors stroll under clear blue skies, enjoying the natural landscape and sea breeze.

6. Legend of the Blue Sea

Maze Land

A young woman in a gray oversized jacket and shorts walks through a narrow, dense hedge maze with a young man following behind.
photo credit: SBS

While some of the maze chase was filmed in Spain, some close-up shots were filmed at Maze Land in Jeju.

7. Island

Island’s storyline takes place in Jeju Island. Most filming spots seem to be in more remote locations.

They also did some night scenes at the Jeju airport in episode 2.

Here’s a main one you can visit:

Honeymoon House Cafe

A woman stands beside a shiny red luxury car parked on a stone driveway in front of a white buildings with arches and palm trees.
photo credit: tvN

The exterior of the main villa where the show’s characters stay at is the Honeymoon House Cafe. Wander around to explore familiar scenes from the kdrama.

Here is the Google Maps location to the cafe.

8. Our Blues

Our Blues is another kdrama that’s set in Jeju, though not all of it was filmed on the island. Here were some of the most popular sites in Jeju.

*Some sites were shot on islands right off of Jeju, like Biyangdo Island and Gapado Island.

Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road

A scenic view of Jeju Island's rural landscape featuring green fields, wind turbines, and a distant ocean under a partly cloudy sky.
photo credit: tvN

In episode 1, Yeong-ok drives the haenyeos and the backdrop is the Sinchang Windmill Coastal Road.

Geumneung Beach

photo credit: tvN

The Geumneung coast is the backdrop of the village in the kdrama.

The filming spot appears clearly when they do a photo shoot on Geumneung Beach in episode 15, which is one of my favorite beaches in Jeju — especially in summer when the water is beautifully clear:

View of Geumneung Beach with clear light blue waters surrounded by small clusters of black lava rock.

Woljeongri Beach

A young man with dark hair, wearing a striped shirt and light jacket, talking on a mobile phone near the coast with wind turbines in the background and rocky shoreline.
photo credit: tvN

In episode 5, Hyun runs down Woljeongri Beach to join Yeung-ju for her appointment.

I’ve visited this beach twice now, and it has a nice beach-town feel with windmills in the backdrop:

A sunny day at Woljeongri Beach on Jeju Island, South Korea, with white sand and clear blue water. The beach is dotted with people enjoying the water, some swimming and others standing on the rocky outcrops. In the background, several large wind turbines are visible near the shoreline, along with low buildings.

9. Alchemy of Souls

Yongmeori Coast

A person wearing light-colored clothing exploring a deep, rugged cave with layered rock formations.
photo credit: tvN

Yongmeori Coast was featured in Alchemy of Souls when Jang-uk looks for Mu-deok.

When I visited in November, this specific site was temporarily closed due to the weather, but the whole area was worth visiting, include views of Sanbangsan mountain with a temple built into the cliffs:

10. Dynamite Kiss

The kdrama Dynamite Kiss featured scenes in Jeju Island when Da-rim and Ji-hyeok meet. Da-rim is there to avoid her sister’s wedding, and Ji-hyeok visits on a work trip.

Secret Forest

photo credit: SBS

Both Da-rim and Ji-hyeok and visit Secret Forest separately.

It’s the same location in Welcome to Samdal-ri where Samdal helps take wedding photos for a couple.

Dolhreubang Park

photo credit: SBS

Da-rim runs into an old friend and ex-boyfriend at Dolhreubang Park.

Dolhreubang Park is an outdoor open museum featuring different variations of Jeju’s iconic Dol Hareubang folk sculptures.

Other Kdramas Filmed in Jeju

A house with a red tiled roof, large windows, and front yard decorated with various potted plants and garden ornaments, under a clear blue sky.

These are kdramas I have yet to watch (even though they’re classic ones!):

  • Secret Garden
  • Jewel in the Palace

Crash Landing on You and Tale of the Nine Tailed, which I have watched, both had brief filming scenes in Jeju Island, mostly in more remote areas around Mt. Hallasan.

I’ve only hiked the easiest Mt. Hallasan trail; the areas in the kdramas likely need more planning.

More Kdramas Filmed in Korea

The entrance to a cozy cafe in Suwon, decorated with a vibrant yellow umbrella and lush greenery. From most popular kdrama filming locations in Suwon

I’ll continue to update this post if I come across more kdrama filming locations in Jeju.

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Roseanne Ducut is a Filipina solo female traveler of over 10 years from the Bay Area, California. She creates ultimate travel itineraries + vlogs inspired by the rich history and pop culture in Asia. A veghead for over 17 years, Roseanne also writes vegan guides to help others plan their trips.