Places in Seoul Featured in the Movie Kpop Demon Hunters and How to Visit Them
I just recently watched Kpop Demon Hunters, and beyond the moral of the story and the fun, quirky concept, what really hit me was the nostalgia. The movie brought me back to the years I lived in South Korea. I spotted so many familiar places featured in the film.
Even though it’s an animated movie, I’m 100% sure that many of the locations are real. How do I know? Because I’ve actually been there and I have unforgettable core memories from those places.
Before we explore the filming locations, here’s a quick, spoiler-free premise of the movie:
Huntr/x might look like your typical K-pop girl group on stage, but once the lights go down, they trade microphones for weapons because they’re actually demon hunters. Their biggest challenge? The Saja Boys, a rival boy band whose members aren’t just charming, they’re literal demons. What starts as a battle for the charts turns into a fight for humanity itself.
Now, let’s visit all the Seoul landmarks featured in Kpop Demon Hunters and learn how you can get there.
1. Seoul Olympic Stadium
The movie opens with a scene where the girls land in a stadium packed with thousands of fans. Both the interior and exterior of the stadium are shown.
I’ll never forget this place because it’s where I attended a Coldplay concert. With a capacity to hold tens of thousands of people, it’s the perfect venue for world-class performances.
๐ Read my full Coldplay concert experience here: What Happened at Coldplay Concert in Seoul
How to get there:
Take the subway to Jamsil Station (Line 2 or Line 8). Exit the station and follow the signs to the Seoul Sports Complex. The stadium is a short walk from there.
2. Gyeongbokgung Palace
A flashback scene of Jinu seems heavily inspired by Gyeongbokgung Palace, judging from its grand architecture and traditional layout.
This is one of Seoul’s most famous tourist attractions and no first-time visitor to Korea should skip it. My most memorable visit was when I wore a hanbok and strolled around the palace like a local.
๐ Read my hanbok tour experience here: Hanbok Tour at Gyeongbokgung Palace
How to get there:
Ride the subway to Gyeongbokgung Station (Line 3). Take Exit 5, and you’ll be right at the Gwanghwamun Gate, the main entrance.
3. Lotte World Tower
In the movie, this skyscraper serves as the headquarters of Huntr/x. In real life, Lotte World Tower is South Korea’s tallest building.
I was even there when it first opened.
๐ Read my post here: 5 Reasons Why You Should Visit Lotte World Tower
How to get there:
Take the subway to Jamsil Station (Line 2). Use Exit 1, 2, 10, or 11 and the tower is right outside.
4. Namsan Tower (N Seoul Tower)
A Korean movie wouldn’t be complete without showing Namsan Tower. In Kpop Demon Hunters, it’s shown with a concert venue at its base, though in reality, no such venue exists.
I’ve visited Namsan Tower several times and it never loses its charm.
๐ Read my post: Namsan Tower: Seoul’s Center of Attention
How to get there:
From Myeongdong Station (Exit 1), take the shuttle bus with the “Namsan Cable Car” sign. Buses run hourly between 12:00 and 20:30.
5. Hanyangdoseong (Seoul City Wall)
Jinu and Rumi’s meeting spot in the movie is clearly inspired by Hanyangdoseong at Naksan Park, with its signature stone walls and panoramic city views.
One of my most memorable visits here was during a photowalk with other foreigners in Korea.
๐ Read more: A Walk to Remember at the Fortress Wall of Seoul
How to get there:
From Hyehwa Station (Line 4, Exit 2), follow the signs uphill to reach the wall.
6. Bukchon Hanok Village
Jinu and Rumi’s frequent meeting place has all the hallmarks of Bukchon Hanok Village—traditional Korean houses, narrow lanes, and timeless charm.
I’ve been here many times and it always feels like stepping back in time.
๐ Read my story: Of Sanggojae and Bukchon Hanok Village
How to get there:
From Anguk Station (Line 3), it’s a short walk to the village with clear signage along the way.
7. Myeongdong
The Saja Boys’ first appearance takes place in what is unmistakably Myeongdong—from the bustling streets to the street food stalls.
I’ve lost count of how many times I’ve visited Myeongdong. It’s my go-to spot whenever I crave Korean street food.
๐ Read my guide: 8 Must-Try Korean Street Foods in Myeongdong
How to get there:
Take the subway to Myeongdong Station (Line 4, Exit 6) or Euljiro 1-ga Station (Line 2, Exit 5).
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