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| Where Was Spring Fever Filmed? Inside the Real Shooting Locations Behind the Drama (Photo: tvN) |
In Spring Fever (스프링 피버), the scenery doesn’t just sit quietly in the background — it breathes with the story. Every coastal road, small-town street, and familiar city corner feels carefully chosen to reflect the emotional state of its characters. While the drama is praised for its nuanced performances and slow-burn romance, many viewers found themselves equally drawn to the places where the story unfolds. That curiosity naturally leads to one big question fans keep asking: where was Spring Fever actually filmed, and which of those on-screen locations can you visit in real life?
It’s worth noting upfront that not all filming locations were officially disclosed during production. Some details were deliberately kept low-key to avoid unwanted disruptions on set. Still, many of the places seen on screen are public spaces, and quite a few are accessible to both local and international visitors. For fans planning a future trip to South Korea, these locations easily double as a drama-inspired travel bucket list.
All Spring Fever Filming Locations
Pohang Coastal & Village Areas
Chilpo-ri Area, Heunghae-eup, Buk-gu, PohangCoastal village scenes capturing the quiet rhythm of Yoon Bom’s new life.
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Used for seaside driving and reflective outdoor moments.
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Guryongpo Living Culture Centre Cherry Tree
Seasonal outdoor shots enhancing the calm tone of the drama.
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Sinchang 2-ri Area, Janggi-myeon
Background village scenery for transition scenes.
Open coastline moments linked to self-reflection.
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Songdo Beach Front
Homigot Sunrise Square
Wide establishing shots symbolising new beginnings.
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Sangsaengui Son (Hand of Harmony), Homigot
Landmark backdrop used for emotional turning points.
Haemaji-ro & Haemaji-ro 46-gil, Homigot
Scenic coastal road shots.
Schools, Roads & Bridges in Pohang
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Cheongha Middle School, Cheongha-myeon
Primary school setting where Yoon Bom teaches. -
Cheongha-ro
Surrounding road scenes near the school. -
Cheongha Bridge Area
Transitional scenes between school and town. -
Cheongha-ro 192-gil
Quiet residential road used in introspective moments. -
Cheongha-ro 175-gil
Supporting exterior shots around town. -
Cheongha-ro 151-gil
Neighbourhood scenes tied to daily routines. -
Minam-gil 29-gil, Cheongha-myeon
Local streets reinforcing small-town atmosphere.
Markets & Local Shops in Pohang
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Jukdo Market
Iconic market scenes showing everyday warmth. -
Jukdo Market 6-gil
Narrow alleys used for casual encounters. -
Jukdo Market 7-gil
Additional market walk-and-talk scenes. -
Market Kalguksu (Sijang Kalguksu)
Food scenes centred on comfort and familiarity. -
Gobau Restaurant
Supporting dining location.
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Yega Charcoal Grill
Social eating scenes among secondary characters. -
Rural Table (Sigolbapsang)
Home-style meals reflecting slower living. -
Happy Bear Day, Mapo
Café-style scenes tied to lighter moments.
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Cheongpododabang
Retro café atmosphere enhancing nostalgia.
Religious, Cultural & Public Spaces
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Dongcheon Church Area, Songna-myeon
Exterior scenes for quiet contemplation. -
SaBang Memorial Park
Wide outdoor shots offering visual breathing space.
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Yeongildae Northern Market
Lively street energy contrasting quieter village scenes. -
Pohang Canal Pavilion Entrance Bridge
Establishing shots near water routes.
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Village Information Centre, Giche-myeon
Community-focused scenes.
Seoul Urban Locations
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Cliff Seoul, Huam-dong, Yongsan
Modern café-style location tied to Seoul life.
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Mondrian Seoul Itaewon Botanical Garden (Lilac Hall)
Formal indoor setting for key conversations. -
Itaewon Underpass
Transitional city movement shots. -
Namsan Seoul Tower Area
Wide Seoul skyline establishing scenes. -
Yeouido-daero
Business district visuals. -
Yeouido Park (Exit 12)
Outdoor city walking scenes.
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Yeouido Hangang Park (Mulbit Square)
River-side shots contrasting Pohang’s coast. -
Yeouinaru-ro & Yeouinaru-ro 2-gil
Workday commute visuals.
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NH Nonghyup Bank Yeouido Branch Area
Office district exterior shots. -
International Finance Road 6-gil
Corporate surroundings tied to Jae-gyu’s work.
Stations & Transport Hubs
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Sports Complex Station (Lines 2 & 9)
Subway scenes showing city movement. -
Jamsil Saenae Station
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Pohang Terminal
Arrival and departure moments marking life changes.
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Studio & Controlled Filming Spaces
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MI Police Studio, Ilsan
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Urbanworks Studio (Hospital Set), Goyang
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Magok-dong Corporate Building, Gangseo
Interior scenes linked to legal and corporate storylines
Company identity intentionally undisclosed per request.
Universities & Institutional Areas
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POSTECH Main Building Front
Academic exterior shots adding realism. -
Giche Police Substation
Brief official-setting scenes.
Additional Streets & Minor Locations
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Donghaean-ro 4260-gil, Gupyeong-ri
Residential coastal road. -
Saemaeulbal Sangji-gil 113-gil
Rural town visuals.
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Saemaeul-ro 3559-gil
Supporting countryside shots. -
Seodong-ro
Urban movement scenes. -
Giche-ro
Local driving sequences. -
Crosswalk, Duho-dong
Everyday city-life details.
A Story Rooted in Place, Not Just Romance
Spring Fever follows Yoon Bom, a well-known high school teacher in Seoul who appears kind, composed, and admired by her students. Behind that calm image, she carries unresolved emotional scars from her past. After personal disappointments in the city, she chooses to leave Seoul and restart her life in a small coastal town, hoping distance might bring clarity.
That quieter setting becomes central to the story. Here, Yoon Bom meets Seon Jae-gyu, the uncle of one of her students and a CEO whose blunt honesty contrasts sharply with her guarded nature. Their relationship unfolds slowly, shaped as much by the surroundings as by dialogue. The town’s open roads, markets, and coastline become silent witnesses to healing, trust, and second chances.
Yoon Bom, portrayed by Lee Joo-bin, is calm on the surface but emotionally complex underneath. Her move away from Seoul marks the beginning of a long personal reset rather than an instant transformation.
Seon Jae-gyu, played by Ahn Bo-hyun, is direct, emotionally mature, and refreshingly honest. His straightforward approach to feelings sets him apart from Yoon Bom’s past experiences and gradually softens her guarded heart.
Why Pohang Dominates the Visual Landscape
A significant portion of Spring Fever was filmed in Pohang, a coastal city in North Gyeongsang Province. The choice feels intentional rather than decorative. Pohang’s quiet harbours, traditional markets, residential streets, and open coastal roads help ground the story in everyday realism.
Areas like Chilpo-ri and Yangpo-ri appear repeatedly, often framing moments of reflection or emotional pause. These seaside settings are not overly polished, which makes them feel authentic and lived-in. Viewers often point out how the ocean scenes never overpower the characters but instead sit gently in the background, reinforcing the drama’s restrained tone.
Local markets such as Jukdo Market and nearby food streets add warmth and texture, especially during scenes involving daily routines, casual conversations, or moments of comfort. These locations make the town feel alive rather than staged.
Schools, Streets, and Small-Town Corners
The high school scenes were filmed at locations like Cheongha Middle School and surrounding streets in Cheongha-myeon. These areas give the school setting a believable, slightly old-fashioned charm that fits Yoon Bom’s decision to step away from Seoul’s intensity.
Residential neighbourhoods in Seokbyeong-ri and Guryongpo appear in quieter scenes, often tied to introspection or emotional distance between characters. Fans have noted that these locations help visualise Yoon Bom’s emotional isolation without relying on heavy dialogue.
Bridges, crossroads, and coastal paths throughout Pohang are used for transitional moments, subtly marking shifts in the characters’ relationships or mindset.
Seoul Scenes That Contrast the Calm
While Pohang represents healing and emotional breathing space, Seoul scenes serve as a sharp contrast. Areas in Yongsan, Yeouido, Jamsil, and Gangseo-gu appear in work-related or flashback moments. These locations feel busier, more structured, and emotionally heavier, reinforcing why Yoon Bom felt overwhelmed by her former life.
Notably, some corporate interiors and office buildings used for legal or business scenes were filmed under strict conditions. Certain companies requested their identities not be publicised, and any unrelated images were removed at their request. This approach aligns with the drama’s overall low-key and respectful production style.
Studio Sets That Blend Seamlessly
Several indoor scenes, including hospital interiors, were filmed at professional studios in Goyang. These sets are designed to feel natural rather than theatrical, allowing them to blend smoothly with on-location footage. Most viewers didn’t even realise where studio work ended and real locations began, which speaks to the production’s attention to detail.
Among viewers, reactions to Spring Fever’s filming locations have been largely positive. Many fans praised how the settings felt emotionally aligned with the story rather than chosen for visual spectacle. Some viewers even commented that the drama made Pohang feel quietly romantic without turning it into a tourist fantasy.
Others appreciated that the locations looked familiar and reachable, sparking interest in visiting places that felt real rather than overly curated. Discussions online often revolve around recognising specific streets or markets and sharing screenshots to compare with real-life photos.
Of course, some fans admitted they wished more filming details had been officially released during airing. Still, most seemed to understand the decision to prioritise safety and uninterrupted production.
Thinking of Visiting These Places?
Many of Spring Fever’s filming locations are open to the public and can be visited without special access. Whether it’s a seaside road where characters walked in silence, a market filled with everyday warmth, or a quiet street tied to emotional turning points, these places offer fans a chance to experience the drama’s mood firsthand.
If you were to visit, which location would you start with? The calm coastal roads, the familiar school streets, or the bustling markets that quietly held so many story moments?