5 Most Romantic Korean Spots to Chase Maple Leaves and Relive Moments with Goblin’s Gong Yoo

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

With distinct seasons, Korea’s weather is gradually turning cooler. Starting from September, flowers, trees, and plants will slowly shed their green attire and don dazzling golds and fiery reds. Autumn in Korea boasts pleasant weather, making it an ideal travel season. Coincidentally, filming locations from the popular drama “Goblin: The Lonely and Great God” are also perfect for autumn visits. This fall, follow the Goblin and explore Korea together!

Nami Island. (Photo/Korea Tourism Organization)

Remember when Shi-eun first summoned the Goblin, holding a buckwheat flower that symbolizes “lovers”? Every September, buckwheat flowers bloom just before the maple leaves turn red, heralding the start of autumn like messengers of the season. The sight of the Goblin leisurely strolling through endless white fields of buckwheat flowers on a sunny day is surely unforgettable. The 170,000-pyeong buckwheat field featured in the drama is located at “Barley Country Crane Garden Farm” in Goesan County, North Jeolla Province. Soft music flows throughout the farm. Visiting here to admire the buckwheat flowers not only brings back the romantic moments between the Goblin and Shi-eun but also offers a relaxing and healing experience.

Barley Country Crane Garden Farm. (Photo/Korea Tourism Organization)

The place where the Goblin and Shi-eun first met—the Deoksugung Stone Wall Road—is another must-visit Korean autumn spot. Stretching about 900 meters, the “Deoksugung Stone Wall Road,” located opposite Seoul City Hall, is formed by century-old architecture and beautiful roadside trees, making it perfect for a stroll. It is also one of Seoul’s most romantic dating spots. Especially in autumn, the ginkgo trees lining both sides of the road turn a brilliant golden yellow. Couples walking hand-in-hand along the stone wall path whisper sweet nothings, adding a romantic atmosphere. Additionally, the stone wall’s architectural design gives off a different kind of vintage charm compared to typical urban areas. Walking on the yellow carpet paved with fallen ginkgo leaves and feeling the autumn air, you almost feel momentarily removed from the city’s hustle and bustle—an extremely pleasant experience.

Deoksugung Stone Wall Road. (Photo/Korea Tourism Organization)

Deoksugung Stone Wall Road. (Photo/Korea Tourism Organization)

Deoksugung Stone Wall Road. (Photo/Korea Tourism Organization)

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