Real My Demon Filming Locations to Visit in Seoul

Standing beneath the towering tropical palms inside a glass dome in northern Seoul, you half-expect a handsome man with a glowing tattoo on his wrist to step out from behind the lush foliage. That is the magic of visiting the real-world settings of My Demon. When Song Kang and Kim Yoo-jung brought Jeong Gu-won and Do Do-hee to life, they transformed everyday Seoul landmarks into moody, glamorous backgrounds for their fantasy romance.

As a lifelong K-drama watcher living in Seoul, watching My Demon felt like a high-fashion tour of my own city. The production team spared no effort finding sleek modern architecture, glowing nighttime riverfronts, and lush botanical garden spaces across the capital. If you are planning a trip to South Korea to walk in Do-hee and Gu-won’s footsteps, these four publicly accessible locations in Seoul belong right at the top of your travel list.

Seoul Botanic Park

In the drama, this soaring glass conservatory serves as the backdrop for several visually breathtaking encounters where nature meets high fashion. Gu-won and Do-hee stroll through dense tropical greenery while navigating their unusual deal and blooming feelings.

In real life, Seoul Botanic Park is a massive urban green space located in the Magok district of western Seoul. Its crowning jewel is the Plant Culture Center, a giant dome-shaped glasshouse housing thousands of plant species from twelve tropical and Mediterranean cities around the world. Opened to the public in 2019, it quickly became a favorite spot for local photography lovers, families, and K-drama location scouts who need lush year-round foliage regardless of the chilly Korean winter.

How to get there

Take Seoul Subway Line 9 or the Airport Railroad (AREX) to Magoknaru Station. Use Exit 3 or Exit 4, which connects directly to the underground entrance of Seoul Botanic Park. Walk through the park grounds toward the large glass structure known as the Plant Culture Center. Always double-check seasonal operating hours and entry guidelines on their official site before visiting.

The Hyundai Seoul

This ultra-modern shopping complex provides the backdrop for Do-hee’s high-flying corporate life as the head of Future F&B. Scenes capturing the high-society glitz and corporate intrigue were filmed around its futuristic balconies and airy indoor gardens.

Located on Yeouido Island along the Han River, The Hyundai Seoul is currently Korea’s largest and most talked-about department store. Opened in 2021, its modern architecture redefined shopping spaces in Korea by dedicating nearly half of its total floor area to indoor green lounges, art installations, and natural sunlight. The centerpiece on the fifth floor, known as Sounds Forest, features real trees, grass, and ambient bird songs set beneath a massive glass skylight.

How to get there

Take Seoul Subway Line 5 or Line 9 to Yeouido Station. Follow the marked underground moving walkway from Exit 3 directly into the basement level of the complex. Alternatively, take Subway Line 5 to Yeouinaru Station, Exit 1, and walk about five minutes south toward the red-accented towers.

Yeouido Hangang Park

The dark, shimmering waters of the Han River serve as a major backdrop for late-night walks, emotional conversations, and dramatic power struggles throughout the show. The glowing city skyline reflecting across the river creates that unmistakable moody atmosphere seen on screen.

Yeouido Hangang Park is one of Seoul’s most popular public parks. Stretching along the southern bank of the Han River, it offers sweeping views of the Mapo Bridge, Sogang Bridge, and the glowing skyscrapers of western Seoul. Locals come here year-round to rent bicycles, enjoy convenience store instant ramen by the water, and take evening strolls along the illuminated wooden boardwalks.

How to get there

Take Seoul Subway Line 5 to Yeouinaru Station. Take Exit 2 or Exit 3, and you will emerge directly into the heart of Yeouido Hangang Park. To find the quieter promenade areas featured in the drama, walk west along the paved riverside paths toward Mapo Bridge.

Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP)

The hyper-sleek, metallic curves of this landmark serve as the ideal urban backdrop for Gu-won’s mysterious late-night walks through the city. Its futuristic architecture perfectly mirrors the demon’s non-human elegance.

Designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid, Dongdaemun Design Plaza is an architectural icon of modern Seoul. Located in the heart of the historic Dongdaemun fashion district, DDP features fluid aluminum panels, vast underground plazas, rooftop walking paths, and design exhibition halls. At night, soft exterior lights illuminate the swooping metallic curves, making it feel like walking through a futuristic sci-fi set.

How to get there

Take Seoul Subway Line 2, Line 4, or Line 5 to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park Station. Take Exit 1 or Exit 2, which leads directly onto the central outdoor plaza and curving walkways of DDP.

Make a Day of It

Because several key My Demon spots cluster around western Seoul and Yeouido, you can easily combine them into a single, seamless K-drama day trip without spending hours in transit.

Start your morning at Seoul Botanic Park while the glasshouse is calm and uncrowded. Grab a morning coffee near Magoknaru Station before hopping on Subway Line 9 straight to Yeouido. Spend your afternoon exploring The Hyundai Seoul—head to the Tasty Seoul food hall on basement level 1 for lunch, where you can sample gourmet local dishes, trendy local bakeries, and high-end street food in a clean, stylish setting.

As the sun begins to set, walk down to Yeouido Hangang Park. Buy a warm drink or an instant ramen bowl from a riverside convenience store and enjoy the evening lights across the water. If you still have energy in the evening, jump on Line 5 to Dongdaemun History & Culture Park to see DDP glowing under the night sky.

Time	Location	Activity
Morning	Seoul Botanic Park	Explore the tropical conservatory
Afternoon	The Hyundai Seoul	Lunch & indoor garden stroll
Evening	Yeouido Hangang Park	Night walk & river skyline views

Photo Tips

To capture the cinematic feel of My Demon, photo timing and angles make all the difference:

• Seoul Botanic Park Glasshouse: Visit during mid-morning when natural sunlight streams through the glass ceiling. Have your photographer stand on the elevated skywalk ramp while you look up from the lower tropical path to get dramatic greenery frames.
• The Hyundai Seoul: Head to the 5th or 6th floor indoor balcony overlooking Sounds Forest. Stand near the clean white architectural railing looking down toward the trees for a sleek, corporate look.
• Yeouido Hangang Park: Visit during the “blue hour” roughly twenty minutes after sunset. Frame your shot facing the illuminated bridges with the dark water reflecting the city lights behind you.
• Dongdaemun Design Plaza: Stand beneath the large concrete overhangs on the outdoor courtyard ramps. Use a wide, low-angle shot pointing upward toward the curved aluminum panels for a bold urban aesthetic.

FAQ

Are these My Demon filming spots free to enter?

Yeouido Hangang Park, The Hyundai Seoul, and the outdoor plazas of Dongdaemun Design Plaza are completely free to visit. The indoor Plant Culture Center at Seoul Botanic Park requires a minor admission ticket, though its surrounding outdoor park grounds are free. Always check official venue websites for current entry details before traveling.

Can I visit Gu-won’s clock tower office or private mansion?

Many interior settings, including Gu-won’s dramatic office filled with wall clocks, were built on private film soundstages or located inside private properties not open to the public. Visiting the public landmarks listed in this guide provides the best real-world connection to the show while staying on public property.

What is the best season to visit these locations?

Autumn (September to November) and spring (April to May) bring the pleasantest walking weather to Seoul. However, because both the Seoul Botanic Park glasshouse and The Hyundai Seoul are climate-controlled indoor spaces, this itinerary is remarkably comfortable to follow even during winter weather or rainy summer months.

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