3-Day Korea Tour for Queen of Tears Fans

Han River view in Seoul for Queen of Tears travel itinerary

Image: Korea-Seoul-Han River-01 / Author: Julie / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0

If you finished watching Queen of Tears, this 3-day Korea tour is designed to connect the drama’s atmosphere with real travel routes. Instead of listing random tourist spots, this itinerary links the filming-location route, nearby cafes, nearby restaurants, and emotional scenery from the previous Queen of Tears series.

The route focuses on Seoul and Suwon. Day 1 follows the modern and luxurious mood of Hong Hae-in’s world. Day 2 moves into quieter Seoul neighborhoods connected to family, tradition, and emotional contrast. Day 3 adds Suwon, where the Queen of Tears route can become a slower cultural day trip.

Day 1 – Yeouido and the World of Queens Group

Image: Park1 Seoul from Yeouido Park / Author: *Youngjin / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0

Morning: The Hyundai Seoul

Start your Queen of Tears trip at The Hyundai Seoul. In the filming-location series, this was connected with the Queens Department Store atmosphere. It is the best place to begin because it immediately gives fans the polished, luxury, high-end Seoul mood associated with Hong Hae-in.

📍 The Hyundai Seoul on Google Maps

Lunch: Yeouido Dining

For lunch, choose a restaurant around Yeouido. In the restaurant guide, this area was recommended because it continues the refined, urban atmosphere of the drama. A brunch-style restaurant, modern Korean restaurant, or skyline-view dining spot works well here.

Afternoon: Yeouido Park and Han River

After lunch, walk around Yeouido Park or move toward the Han River. The open city view creates a different rhythm after the department-store atmosphere. This is not an official filming location claim, but it works as a natural travel extension for fans staying in the same district.

📍 Yeouido Park on Google Maps

Cafe Stop

Choose a Yeouido cafe before dinner. This keeps the route compact and avoids wasting time crossing Seoul too many times in one day.

Day 2 – Seongbuk-dong, Family Mood, and Quiet Seoul

Image: Seongbuk-dong Community Service Center / Author: 안우석 / Wikimedia Commons / CC0 1.0

Morning: Korean Stone Art Museum Area

Begin Day 2 around Korean Stone Art Museum and Seongbuk-dong. This area gives a very different feeling from Yeouido. It is quieter, more residential, and more traditional. That contrast is useful because Queen of Tears is not only about luxury; it is also about family pressure, emotional distance, and private spaces behind public images.

📍 Korean Stone Art Museum on Google Maps

Lunch: Seongbuk-dong Traditional Food

For lunch, choose a traditional Korean restaurant in Seongbuk-dong. In the restaurant guide, Seongbukdong Myeonok was recommended as a practical food stop for this area. The point is not only the meal, but the slower neighborhood mood.

📍 Seongbukdong Myeonok on Google Maps

Afternoon: Hanok Cafe or Quiet Street Walk

After lunch, visit a hanok-style cafe or take a quiet walk through nearby streets. This is where the itinerary becomes more like a K-drama travel magazine route rather than a simple sightseeing schedule. Give yourself time to slow down.

Evening: Walkerhill Area Option

If you want to connect the day to the elegant wedding-location mood from Queen of Tears, move toward the Walkerhill area in the evening. Access to private venues may be restricted, so treat this as a general area visit unless you have confirmed access in advance.

📍 Walkerhill Area on Google Maps

Day 3 – Suwon Day Trip

Image: Hwaseong Fortress, Suwon / Author: Vanlewen / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0

Morning: Irwol Botanic Garden

Day 3 moves to Suwon. Start with Irwol Botanic Garden, which was covered in the filming-location guide as a Queen of Tears-related location. The garden gives the day a softer mood after Seoul’s department-store and mansion-like locations.

📍 Irwol Botanic Garden on Google Maps

Lunch: Suwon Galbi

Suwon is famous for galbi, so lunch or dinner should include a local galbi restaurant. In the restaurant guide, Gabojung was recommended for this route. If that is too crowded, choose another well-reviewed galbi restaurant nearby.

📍 Gabojung on Google Maps

Afternoon: Hwaseong Fortress and Haenggung-dong

After the garden and lunch, continue to Hwaseong Fortress and Haenggung-dong. This part of the trip is not a direct Queen of Tears filming-location claim, but it makes the Suwon day complete. It also gives fans a cultural and scenic finish before returning to Seoul.

📍 Hwaseong Fortress on Google Maps

Cafe Stop: Haenggung-dong

Finish the afternoon with a cafe stop in Haenggung-dong. The area has many small cafes, photo-friendly streets, and a slower atmosphere that works well at the end of a K-drama route.

Travel Route Summary

Image: KTX-1 / Author: Minseong Kim / Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0

Day 1: The Hyundai Seoul → Yeouido restaurant → Yeouido Park or Han River → cafe stop
Day 2: Korean Stone Art Museum → Seongbuk-dong restaurant → hanok cafe → Walkerhill area option
Day 3: Irwol Botanic Garden → Suwon galbi → Hwaseong Fortress → Haenggung-dong cafe

Travel Tips

Use Seoul public transportation for Day 1 and Day 2.
For Suwon, use subway, train, or taxi depending on your hotel location.
Do not try to combine all Seoul and Suwon stops in one day.
Check restaurant opening hours and reservation rules before visiting.
For private or hotel-related locations, confirm access before arrival.

Estimated Budget

Category	Estimated Cost
Transportation	₩5,000–30,000 per day
Meals	₩20,000–80,000+ per day
Cafes	₩6,000–15,000 per visit
Hotels	Varies widely by area and season

FAQ

Is this itinerary made only with official filming locations?

No. It combines Queen of Tears filming-location stops with nearby cafes, restaurants, and travel areas that complete the fan route.

Can I follow this itinerary without a car?

Yes. Seoul and Suwon can be visited by public transportation, train, subway, and taxi.

Which day is most important for Queen of Tears fans?

Day 1 is the most directly connected to the Queens Group atmosphere. Day 2 and Day 3 add emotional contrast and travel depth.

Can I finish everything in two days?

You can shorten the route, but three days is better if you want a relaxed K-drama travel experience.

Should I visit Berlin too?

Berlin locations are better treated as a separate Europe route. This itinerary focuses on Korea-based travel.

What should I read before this itinerary?

Read the Queen of Tears review, filming-location guide, cafe guide, and restaurant guide first.

Source note: Images are verified Wikimedia Commons files using direct upload.wikimedia.org URLs. Travel references include Yeouido Hangang Park and Haenggung-dong public tourism information. Recheck current opening hours and access rules before travel.

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