Drama locations in Chungcheong

Well-known period sets include Sunshine Studio in Nonsan (Mr. Sunshine), the Ondal Tourist Park open set in Danyang and the Seodongyo Theme Park in Buyeo. Gongju and Buyeo, home to Baekje heritage, and Oeam Village in Asan also evoke historical dramas. Check official provincial tourism information for each location.

The tvN drama Mr. Sunshine (2018) was largely filmed at Sunshine Studio in Nonsan, Chungcheongnam-do. It has sets recreating the streets of Hanseong, Seoul's old name, in the early 1900s, where visitors can try period costumes and take photos. Check official information from Nonsan City or the facility, as sets change over time.

Sunshine Studio recreates Hanseong streets from the Korean Empire era, with a tram, Western-style buildings and shops. Renting early modern costumes and posing like characters from the drama is a popular activity. Availability and arrangements can change, so check official information before you go.

Ondal Tourist Park in Danyang has an open set built for historical dramas set in the Goguryeo era. Several dramas, including the SBS series Yeon Gaesomun (2006), are known to have been filmed there. Ondal Fortress and Ondal Cave are nearby, so you can combine them in one visit. Check Danyang County's official information for details.

The Seodongyo Theme Park in Buyeo is known as a Baekje-era set built for the SBS drama Seodongyo (2005 to 2006). It recreated Baekje palaces and villages and has been used for other historical dramas as well. Check Buyeo County's official information for its operating status, and pair it with nearby Baekje historic sites.

The Baekje Historic Areas group late Baekje sites in Gongju, Buyeo and Iksan, inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2015. They include Gongsanseong Fortress in Gongju and the Jeongnimsa Temple site in Buyeo. It is a rewarding trip after watching dramas about Baekje. Check official visitor information.

Oeam Village in Asan is a folk village with well-preserved Joseon-era aristocratic homes, thatched houses and stone-walled lanes, and people still live there. Its old townscape has made it known as a filming location for historical dramas and films. Respect residents' privacy by staying out of homes and keeping quiet.

From Seoul, take a KTX train or express bus to the Nonsan area, then a taxi or local bus. Public transport may run infrequently, so many visitors drive. Check routes in a map app, and confirm opening details before setting off, as sets can close for filming.

Danyang, in northeastern Chungcheongbuk-do, is famous for scenery where the Namhangang River meets limestone landscapes. Dodamsambong, three peaks rising from the river, is its best-known sight. The area also offers caves and paragliding. It pairs well with Ondal Tourist Park for a day trip.

Gongsanseong is a mountain fortress from the period when Baekje's capital was Ungjin, today's Gongju, with walls running along the Geumgang River. It is part of the UNESCO-listed Baekje Historic Areas. Walking the walls offers views over the river and the city.

Well-known specialities include Gongju chestnuts, Buyeo lotus leaf rice, garlic dishes in Danyang and Nonsan strawberries. Daejeon is also known for its kalguksu noodle culture. Many are seasonal, so try them at the right time of year. Check local information for the best season to buy each speciality.

Spring and autumn are ideal for walking sets and heritage sites, and during the autumn Baekje Cultural Festival, Gongju and Buyeo have plenty to see. Sets have little shade in summer, so visit early in the day. Check official information for festival dates.

Chungcheong is roughly one to three hours from Seoul by train or bus, so day trips or overnight stays are both feasible. Many sets are outside town centres, so factor in local travel time. A rental car makes visiting several places much easier.

Sets may still be used for filming, so do not move props or write on buildings. If a shoot is in progress, follow staff instructions and refrain from taking photos. When trying costumes, share popular photo spots fairly with other visitors.

Check official tourism information from Chungcheongnam-do, Chungcheongbuk-do and their cities and counties, as well as regional film commission materials. Sets may have changed operations or been dismantled, so confirming details before your visit is essential. Some local governments publish dedicated filming location guides.

Top choices include Gongsanseong Fortress and the Royal Tomb of King Muryeong in Gongju, and the Jeongnimsa Temple site, Busosanseong Fortress and the Buyeo National Museum in Buyeo. Seeing real artefacts changes how you imagine Baekje on screen. Check official visitor information.

Oeam Village is home to residents, so do not step through gates or peer into courtyards. Never climb on stone walls or remove stones. Only visit historic houses that are open to the public, following the posted guidance and any instructions from village staff.

Sunshine Studio in Nonsan is the leading set recreating the enlightenment period and the Korean Empire era. Other town streets with surviving early modern buildings have also served as period drama backdrops. Check official tourism information for specific locations. Walking these streets helps you imagine the era on screen.

Combine Gongju, Buyeo and Nonsan for a Chungnam route, and plan Danyang separately in Chungbuk. Gongju and Buyeo are close, so Baekje sites and sets fit into one day. Danyang is farther away and works best as its own trip.

Period drama sets can change operations or close due to filming schedules, ageing facilities or local government policy. Relying on old travel information can lead to a wasted trip. Always check official sources just before your visit. Old blog posts may contradict current official information.