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K-drama places for December

December ushers in winter with cold temperatures, short days, and festive lights. Seoul's streets sparkle with Christmas decorations, and winter dramas film in snowy landscapes, ice rinks, and warm indoor settings. K-drama locations that shine in December include ski resorts, winter festivals, illuminated palaces, and cozy cafés. The month offers unique seasonal experiences — ice fishing festivals, snow-covered temples, and New Year's sunrise spots. Outdoor filming locations require warm clothing, especially for mountain or coastal sites. Seoul's palaces and museums are comfortable indoor alternatives. December is magical for drama fans who love winter romances, with twinkling lights and festive markets creating a cinematic atmosphere. Book accommodations early for Christmas and New Year's periods.

6 places tagged for winter.

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Business Proposal 2

Drama · SBS 2022

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Meongteongguri Jeugseok Tteokbokki

Gongneung-dong, Seoul

The tteokbokki shop. The walls carry the tradition of customer graffiti.

Seoul · Full guide · Seoul · Nowon-gu

Eunsung Beef (Eunseong Hoegwan)

Yeouido-dong, Seoul

Bulgogi, seasoned ribs and galbi-tang. A second source has not confirmed this stop yet.

Seoul · Full guide · Seoul · Yeongdeungpo-gu

Winter Sonata 3

Drama · KBS2 2002

Nami Island

Gapyeong

Press reports name Nami Island for the bicycle scene of Joon-sang and Yu-jin and for scenes on its snowy tree-lined paths.

Chuncheon · Full guide · Gangwon

Mona Yongpyong (Yongpyong Resort)

Daegwallyeong, Pyeongchang

The resort says much of the drama was filmed there and names the Sky Garden at the top of its gondola as a filming spot; press reports agree.

Pyeongchang · Full guide · Gangwon

Chuam Beach and Candlestick Rock

Donghae

Donghae City and Kyunghyang Shinmun name Chuam as a Winter Sonata filming location; Kyunghyang says the leads' seaside scenes were filmed here.

Donghae · Full guide · Gangwon

Can This Love Be Translated? 1

Drama · Netflix 2026

Season tags are our best guess, not a claim from the sources. Indoor and city places work year-round, so they are not listed here: see places by vibe. Check opening days on each place's official site before you go.