Caught Off Guard: A Collection of Filming Locations Outside of Jeju
From Sets Transformed into Jeju to Final Spaces in Seoul and Daegu
Some of the Jeju landscapes in 《Caught Off Guard (폭싹 속았수다)》 were completed in sets and natural spaces located in Andong, Gochang, Suncheon, and Hapcheon, while the lives of the characters in the latter half continued in actual places in Daegu and Seoul. This collection includes six filming locations outside Jeju verified through materials from local governments, the Korea Tourism Organization, and major media outlets.
What appears on screen as a single Jeju village or era connects, but the actual filming sites serve different purposes and are in varying conditions. The set in Dodong-ri, Andong has already been dismantled, while the sets in Suncheon and Hapcheon operate as viewing facilities, and the church and Tongui-dong courtyard prioritize religious and community life.
This guide does not list locations currently unavailable for viewing as tourist attractions, and it also notes the seasonal changes of flower fields and the possibility of filming restrictions. Please check official operational information and blooming conditions before your visit and respect the original function of the sites.
Gyeongbuk Provincial Office New City Dodong-ri Set Site
Gyeongbuk Provincial Government New City Dodong-ri Set Site
Scene in the Drama
The 1950s Jeju village of Dodong-ri was filmed not in Jeju but on a large set built with thatched houses, stone walls, and a harbor on a vacant lot in the Gyeongbuk Provincial Government New City.
Story of the Actual Place
This temporary filming site was created to recreate a Jeju village with thatched houses, stone walls, and harbor structures, and the set was dismantled after filming ended.
Screen and Real Life
The drama compresses parts of the Gyeongbuk Provincial Government New City Dodong-ri set site to focus on characters, but the actual site is more expansive and continues to serve its original functions. Any decorations or barriers present during filming may not be left behind, so observing the architecture, streets, and surrounding walking paths can help you understand the differences between the screen and the reality.
Visiting Information
The registered location is a vacant lot in Phase 2 of the Gyeongbuk Provincial Government New City, located at Galjeon-ri, Pungcheon-myeon, Andong-si, Gyeongsangbuk-do. Filming wrapped up in February 2024 and the set has been dismantled. It is currently not a filming tourist attraction. It’s safest to confirm information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fees, reservations, and transportation options on the day of your visit through official channels.
When Visiting
Follow site guides and the operator's directions, and do not enter restricted areas set aside for filming. Be considerate of the experiences and personal rights of other users.
Nolbeunmul Academy Farm
Wide Field Academy Farm
Scene in the Drama
This is the actual filming location of the scene featuring wide fields of canola flowers that appear similar to Jeju. The Korea Tourism Organization recommends this farm as a spot to experience the work along with the canola flowers.
Story of the Actual Place
In Gochang, this scenic farm fills wide fields with barley, buckwheat, canola, and other crops depending on the season, which dramatically changes the visual impression during blooming periods.
Screen and Real Life
While the drama compresses parts of the Wide Field Academy Farm to focus on characters, the actual site is more expansive and continues to serve its original functions. Any staging or barriers present during filming may not be left behind, so observing the architecture, streets, and surrounding paths can help you understand the differences between the screen and the reality.
Visiting Information
The registered location is 150 Hakwon Farm Road, Gong-eum-myeon, Gochang-gun, Jeollabuk-do. The floral scenery changes greatly depending on the sowing and blooming periods. Confirm festival periods, entry conditions, and blooming conditions through official channels. It’s safest to check any information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fees, reservations, and transportation options at the facility or through local official channels on the day of your visit.
When Visiting
Follow site guides and the operator's directions, and do not enter restricted areas set aside for filming. Be considerate of the experiences and personal rights of other users.
Suncheon Drama Filming Site
Scene in the Drama
This is an outdoor set that Suncheon City has officially confirmed for filming. The area recreates the urban and hillside village landscapes of the 1960s to 1980s and has been used for various historical dramas.
Story of the Actual Place
This paid outdoor set replicates urban streets and hillside villages of the 1960s to 1980s, serving as a backdrop for several period dramas.
Screen and Real Life
While official materials confirm the participation of the Suncheon Drama Filming Site, they do not specify all the details of each scene. Therefore, rather than assuming specific props or exact camera locations are left at the site, it’s more accurate to compare the actual space's pathways and atmosphere.
Visiting Information
The registered location is 24 Biryegol-gil, Suncheon-si, Jeollanam-do. It is a paid viewing facility, and some areas may be restricted due to filming schedules or maintenance. Always check the latest operating hours and closure days. It’s safest to confirm any information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fees, reservations, and transportation options at the facility or through local official channels on the day of your visit.
When Visiting
Confirm ticketing, reservations, closures, and the areas where filming is permitted through official guides. Do not enter restricted areas during actual filming or events.
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Hapcheon Video Theme Park
Scene in the Drama
This is an open set for historical dramas that the Korea Tourism Organization has confirmed as a filming location. The park replicates streets and buildings from the 1920s to 1980s and supports the past scenes of the works.
Story of the Actual Place
This filming facility and viewing area replicates modern and contemporary streets and buildings on a large scale, and some areas may be restricted during actual filming.
Screen and Real Life
While the drama compresses parts of the Hapcheon Video Theme Park to focus on characters, the actual site is more expansive and continues to serve its original functions. Any decorations or barriers present during filming may not be left behind, so observing the architecture, streets, and surrounding paths can help you understand the differences between the screen and the reality.
Visiting Information
The registered location is 757 Hapcheonho Lake Road, Yongju-myeon, Hapcheon-gun, Gyeongsangnam-do. It is a paid viewing facility and is generally closed on Mondays. Check for seasonal closing times and restrictions related to actual filming. It’s safest to confirm any information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fees, reservations, and transportation options at the facility or through local official channels on the day of your visit.
When Visiting
Confirm ticketing, reservations, closures, and the areas where filming is permitted through official guides. Do not enter restricted areas during actual filming or events.
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Jukyo Cathedral
Scene in the Drama
This is the cathedral where the wedding scene of Geum-myeong was filmed, which can be confirmed in the Korea Tourism Organization's Hallyu travel content.
Story of the Actual Place
This Catholic cathedral in Daegu, impressive with its red brick and Gothic facade, is still active with masses and religious events.
Screen and Real Life
While official materials confirm the participation of Jukyo Cathedral in the filming, they do not specify all the details of each scene. Therefore, rather than assuming specific props or exact camera locations are left at the site, it’s more accurate to compare the actual space's pathways and atmosphere.
Visiting Information
The registered location is 10 Seoseong-ro, Jung-gu, Daegu. Before visiting the tourist spot, please note that the space prioritizes actual worship and religious events. Avoid filming during mass and adhere to internal tour guidelines. It’s safest to confirm any information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fees, reservations, and transportation options on the day of your visit through official channels.
When Visiting
Worship, masses, and ceremonies take precedence over tourism. Follow dress codes and filming prohibition guidelines, and remain quiet during ceremonies.
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Tonguidong Village Square
Tongui-dong Village Courtyard
Scene in the Drama
This is a small village resting area in Seochon, which is designated as a filming location in the official Hallyu tourism materials of Seoul.
Story of the Actual Place
This is a small public resting area located within the residential area of Seochon, closer to a space regularly used by residents rather than a tourist attraction.
Screen and Real Life
While official materials confirm the participation of the Tongui-dong Village Courtyard in the filming, they do not specify all the details of each scene. Therefore, rather than assuming specific props or exact camera locations are left at the site, it’s more accurate to compare the actual space's pathways and atmosphere.
Visiting Information
The registered location is 7-3 Tongui-dong, Jongno-gu, Seoul. It is a small public space adjacent to a residential area. Avoid noise at late hours and long filming sessions, and prioritize resident passage. It’s safest to confirm any information that may change, such as operating hours, entrance fees, reservations, and transportation options on the day of your visit through official channels.
When Visiting
Do not obstruct the passage of residents, vendors, and business users, and do not film for extended periods against private property and entryways. Avoid noise in the early morning and late night.
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The six locations are widely dispersed across the country, making it more suitable to plan separate itineraries tailored to each region than to try to connect them sequentially. Consider the blooming period in Gochang, the operating days of the filming sites in Suncheon and Hapcheon, and the timing of religious events and community life in Daegu and Seoul.
The dismantled set in Andong is not a site for viewing. Instead, it's more accurate to approach it as an informative item that helps understand how the Jeju village on screen was created through set-building records.
At the remaining locations, the props and decorations used during filming may differ. By confirming the latest fees, closing days, flower blooming conditions, and etiquette regarding noise in residential areas, you can follow the production background of the works more responsibly.
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