Even ghosts have filmed here – A lazy guide to Korea’s best maple leaf viewing spots

By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team

Every autumn and winter, maple leaf viewing becomes one of the hottest travel topics. Aside from Japan, Korea also boasts stunning fall foliage, with many famous maple leaf spots—some of which have even been popular drama filming locations. It’s clear that the romantic scenery and atmosphere are well worth visiting. Below is a selection of Korea’s top maple leaf viewing destinations. Next time you travel to Korea, consider adding these to your itinerary—or use them as a K-drama fan’s pilgrimage list.

Seoul / Incheon
Seoul and Incheon offer many must-visit tourist attractions, and during autumn and winter, these spots also transform into romantic maple leaf viewing areas. The Korean drama “Goblin” was filmed at Seoul’s Deoksugung Palace and Gyeongbokgung Palace.
 
Maple leaf viewing spots: Gyeongbokgung Palace, Samcheong-dong Street, Seoul Grand Park Forest Bathing Area, Deoksugung Stone Wall Road, Namsan Circular Trail, Nosang Waterfall / Jeongdongjin, and Songdo Central Park, Changgyeonggung Palace, Sky Park

Gangwon-do
Located in northern Korea, Gangwon-do is one of the first regions where maple leaves turn red. Among them, Mount Seorak is an iconic maple leaf viewing destination, and the Korean drama “Goblin” was also filmed at Woljeongsa Temple.
 
Maple leaf viewing spots: Nami Island, Seoraksan National Park, Woljeongsa Temple, Chuncheon Eoyu Lake, Gangneung Seongyojang, Hongcheon Ginkgo Tree Forest

Gyeonggi-do
Gyeonggi-do is located near Seoul and is also one of the earlier regions in Korea where maple leaves begin to change color. Among them, Ilsan Lake Park was a filming location for dramas such as “My Love from the Star,” “The Heirs,” and “You’re Beautiful.”
 
Maple leaf viewing spots: Chonjingeum Arboretum, Yongmunsan Yongmunsa Temple, Little Diamond Sogang, Ansan Reed Wetland Park, Ilsan Lake Park