Lovely Runner | A List of Filming Locations for Your Next Korea Trip! 

Rising quickly in popularity among K-drama fans, Lovely Runner blends romance and sci-fi with a unique time-travel twist. Based on Kim Bbang's web novel "The Best of Tomorrow," the drama tells the story of Ryu Seon-Jae, a K-pop star, and his dedicated fan, Lim Sol, who is paralyzed by a childhood accident. Lim Sol finds comfort in Seon-Jae's music, but when he tragically dies, she travels back in time to save him and prevent the accident. Can they alter their fates for a happy ending? If you are planning your next K-drama-inspired trip, check out our ultimate list of the top 17 filming locations for Lovely Runner!

(This blog may include some spoilers!)

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1. Choongang High School (중앙고등학교)

The main high school campus scenes were filmed at Choongang High School near Anguk Station. This location has also been featured as a campus filming site in many Korean dramas, such as Our Beloved Summer and Love Alarm.

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 3, Anguk Station Exit 2

Address: 164 Changdeokgung-gil, Jongno District, Seoul
서울 종로구 창덕궁길 164

2. Chuncheon Bridge (춘천대교)

Many iconic scenes from the drama take place at Chuncheon Bridge behind Chuncheon Station. Notable moments include Seon-jae comforting Lim Sol in the heavy snow and Lim Sol returning to the future to reunite with Seon-jae. This location is also a filming location for popular K-drama "Twenty-Five, Twenty-One."

Also check out the must-see attractions in Chuncheon & Gangneung here!

How to Get There: Gyeongchun Line, Chuncheon Station Exit 2

Address: Geunhwa-dong, Chuncheon-si, Gangwon-do
강원도 춘천시 근화동 590-13

3. Mong Ted (몽테드)

Now a popular photo spot, the actual filming location of Lim Sol's house is the Mong Ted café located in Suwon. Seon-jae's house is directly opposite the café, though it is a private residence. When taking photos or checking in, please be respectful and do not disturb the local residents.

Hours: 12:00-22:00; Closed on Wednesdays

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 1 and Suin-Bundang Line, Suwon Station Exit 8

Address: 14 Hwaseomun-ro 48beon-gil, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
경기 수원시 팔달구 화서문로48번길 14

4. Soegojip (쇠고집)

Seon-jae's father's BBQ restaurant is actually Soegojip located in Insadong. Those wanting to visit the filming location can enjoy a meal here and also explore the Insadong area.

Hours: Weekdays 11:00-22:00 (Closed for lunch from 15:00-17:00); Sat 15:00-21:00; Closed on Sundays

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Lines 1, 3, and 5, Jongno 3(sam)-ga Station Exit 5

Address: 5-2 Insadong 3-gil, Jongno District, Seoul
서울 종로구 인사동3길 5-2

5. Bukchon Samcheongro (북촌 삼청로)

The scene where Lim Sol, who just traveled back in time, tries to stop Seon-Jae from participating in the swimming competition by pretending to be a priestess, was filmed in the alleys near Bukchon and Samcheong-dong. If you plan to visit this location, please remember not to disturb the local residents.

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 3 Anguk Station Exit 1

Address: 12-1 Samcheong-ro 4-gil, Jongno District, Seoul
서울 종로구 삼청로4길 12-1

6. Seongsanro 22-gil (성산로22길)

Continuing from the previously introduced scene, after being discovered by Kim Tae-sung, Lim Sol is unsure of how to explain herself. This scene was filmed at a flat tunnel near Yonsei University at Sinchon Station. It is also a filming location for iconic scenes in both Record of Youth and Goblin.

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 2, Sinchon Station, Exit 2

Address: 22 Seongsan-ro 22-gil, Seodaemun-gu, Seoul
서울 서대문구 성산로22길 22

7. Suwon Haenggungdong (수원 행궁동)

Actually, many scenes from the drama were filmed in Suwon. Whether it's the streets where the two characters go for a date and walk or the high school campus scenes, they were all shot in Haenggungdong, Suwon. Those interested can plan a full day's trip to explore this area!

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 1 and Suin-Bundang Line, Suwon Station, Exit 8

Address: 32 Hwaseomun-ro, Paldal-gu, Suwon-si, Gyeonggi-do
경기도 수원시 팔달구 화서문로32번길

8. Namdobunsik Ikseon (남도분식 익선점)

This restaurant featured in the drama primarily serves Korean dishes, including popular options like spicy tteokbokki, ramen, bibimbap, and various mixed noodles.

Hours: Mon-Sun 11:30-21:00

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Lines 1, 3, and 5, Jongno 3-ga Station, Exit 4

Address: 33 Supyo-ro 28-gil, Jongno District, Seoul
서울 종로구 수표로28길 33

Check out our guides to explore the nearby cafes and restaurants!

Ikseondong Food Guide

Ikseondong Cafe Guide

9. Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) (동대문디자인플라자)

Does the venue where the band Eclipse held their concert look familiar to you? That's right, it's the DDP Plaza located in Dongdaemun. If you're planning to visit the Dongdaemun area, make sure to stop by!

Check out the restaurants nearby here!

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Lines 2, 4, and 5, Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station, Exit 1

Address: 281 Eulji-ro, Jung District, Seoul
서울 중구 을지로 281

10. Lescape Hotel (레스케이프 호텔)

Lim Sol accidentally travels to the future again and unexpectedly reunites with Seon-Jae. While Seon-Jae wants to have a serious conversation, Lim Sol mistakenly thinks something else is going to happen. This scene takes place at the Lescape Hotel, which is near Hoehyeon Station and Myeongdong.

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 7, Hoehyeon Station, Exit 7

Address: 67 Toegye-ro, Jung District, Seoul
서울 중구 퇴계로 67

11. Cosmos Bunsik (코스모스분식)

Lim Sol catches an underage sasaeng fan and kindly takes them out to eat. However, at the restaurant, she unexpectedly encounters Seon-Jae from this lifetime, who still cannot escape his fate of dying. If you want to visit this location, it's not far; you can take Line 6 from Hapjeong Station to get there.

Hours: Mon-Sun 10:00-20:00

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 6, Gusan Station, Exit 3

Address: 2 Yeonseo-ro 15-gil, Gusan-dong, Eunpyeong District, Seoul
서울 은평구 연서로15길 2

12. Chungnam National University (충남대학교)

Traveling back to the past once again, Lim Sol wakes up on the horse-riding statue in the central plaza of the university campus. This scene was filmed at Chungnam National University in Daejeon. Additionally, Chungnam National University is also a filming location for the Korean drama "Snowdrop."

Address: 99 Daehak-ro, Yuseong District, Daejeon
대전 유성구 대학로 99

13. Imsil Station (임실역)

The platform where Lim Sol past by the criminal is located at Imsil Station in Chungcheongbuk-do. Although it is a spot you can visit, it is quite far from the city center!

Address: 2932 Chunhyang-ro, Imsil-gun, Jeollabuk-do
전북 임실군 춘향로 2932

14. Sapgyoho Amusement Park (삽교호놀이동산)

The amusement park that Lim Sol and Seon-Jae visit is located at Chagyo Lake Amusement Park in Dangjin-si. This is a small amusement park with a somewhat vintage feel!

Hours: Sun-Fri 10:00-21:50; Sat 11:00-22:50; Closed on rainy days

Address: 15 Sapgyocheon 3-gil, Dangjin-si, Chungcheongnam-do
충남 당진시 삽교천3길 15

15. Dongtan Lake Park (동탄호수공원)

Seon-Jae, who recalls all his memories, desperately searches for Lim Sol in three parallel universes. This beautiful scene was filmed at Dongtan Lake Park in Hwaseong-si. Although it is a bit far from the center of Seoul, it is a must-visit spot for fans wanting to experience this iconic scene!

How to Get There: GTX-A Dongtan Station, Line 1 Osan Station, Exit 1

Address: 69 Dongtansunhwan-daero, Hwaseong-si, Gyeonggi-do
경기 화성시 동탄순환대로 69

16. Seongbukdong Gupo Noodles (성북동구포국수)

In the final scene, Kim Tae-sung asks Lim Sol and Seon-Jae how long they have been dating. One responds "recently," and the other says "15 years." This scene was filmed at Gupo Noodle Restaurant in Seongbuk-dong, which is also a filming location for the Korean drama "Thirty-Nine."

Hours: Mon-Sun 11:30-22:00; Closed on Sundays

How to Get There: Seoul Subway Line 4, Hansung University Station, Exit 6

Address: 52-1 Seongbuk-ro, Seongbuk District, Seoul
서울 성북구 성북로 52-1

17. Han River (한강)

In the final scene, Seon-Jae originally planned to propose to Lim Sol on a chartered tour boat between Yanghwa Bridge and Seogang Bridge. If you want to visit the filming location, you can simply join a Han River yacht tour!

Address: Yanghwa Bridge (between Seogang Bridge and Yeouido)

Also check out Han River yacht experiences!

Han River Yacht Experience

Han River Private Yacht Rental

Do you want to explore more filming locations from other popular Korean dramas? Check out below!

Filming Locations for Popular Korean Dramas

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