Ghosts Also Filmed at These Must-Visit Korean Maple Viewing Spots

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Every autumn and winter, maple viewing becomes one of the hottest travel topics. Aside from Japan, South Korea also boasts stunning fall foliage, with numerous famous maple spots—some even serving as popular filming locations for Korean dramas, showcasing just how romantic and atmospheric these views can be. Below are some top Korean maple viewing destinations. Next time you travel to Korea, consider adding these to your itinerary—or use them as a checklist for K-drama pilgrimage!

Seoul / Incheon
Seoul and Incheon are home to many must-visit attractions, which also transform into romantic maple-viewing spots in the fall and winter. The Korean drama “Ghosts” was filmed at Seoul’s Deoksugung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace.
 
Maple Viewing Spots: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Samcheong-dong Street, Seoul Grand Park Forest Bathing Area, Deoksugung Stone Wall Road, Namsan Mountain Loop, Roksung W?, Chungju Lake / Songdo Central Park, Changgyeonggung Palace, Sky Park

Gangwon-do
Located in northern South Korea, Gangwon-do is one of the first regions where maple leaves turn red. Seoraksan National Park is a iconic maple viewing destination, and the Korean drama “Ghosts” was also filmed at Woljeongsa Temple.
 
Maple Viewing Spots: Nami Island, Seoraksan National Park, Woljeongsa Temple, Chuncheon Uiin Lake, Gangneung Shipchanjip, Hongcheon Ginkgo Forest

Gyeonggi-do
Located near Seoul, Gyeonggi-do is also one of the earlier regions in South Korea where maple leaves begin to change color. Ipsan Lake Mountains Park served as a filming location for dramas such as “My Love from the Star,” “The Heirs,” and “You’re Beautiful.”
 
Maple Viewing Spots: Morning Calm Arboretum, Yongmunsan Yongmunsa Temple, Little Diamond Soyang Recreational Forest, Ansan Reed Wetland Park, Ipsan Lake Mountains Park