Published Date : Jul 20, 2020 / Edited Date : Jun 15, 2023
Hotel del Luna was one of the highest-rated Korean dramas of 2019. This TV series boasts unique materials, attractive characters, delicate images, and a great storyline. Hotel del Luna was very popular and ranked number one in the ratings when it first aired. Its filming locations are also still popular amongst fans. In addition, the Hotel del Luna Exhibition opened in June to show the reproduced drama sets, props, and records. The exhibition is receiving love from fans who miss Jang Man-wol (IU) and Gu Chan-seong (Yeo Jin-goo). Here, we introduce the exhibition and other destinations in Seoul, where you can feel the lingering sentiments of Hotel del Luna once more.
Itinerary
Hotel del Luna Exhibition – C156 – Secret Forest – E UM THE PLACE
Anyone Can Become Jang Man-wol and Gu Chan-seong
Hotel del Luna Exhibition [The exhibition ended]
The Hotel del Luna Exhibition displays the sets, costumes, and props from the drama. Visitors can see the spaces of the main characters, Jang Man-wol and Gu Chan-seong, in person. This not an ordinary exhibition where visitors just look around. Here, you can wear a gyeongseong costume just like Jang Man-wol. You can look around exhibition and take photos on the sets wearing a special costume (costume rental not included in admission fee). The beautiful drama sets were reproduced in the same way they appeared in the drama, including Jang Man-wol’s office, the hotel rooms, and the terrace. All the exhibition spaces are places where visitors can take photos. One of the most popular exhibition spaces is the Wolryeongsu Tree Garden. It is the best place to take photos with the symbol of the drama, Wolryeongsu Tree, surrounded by the best scenery. You can visit outdoor filming locations using VR and buy drama souvenirs such as badges, key chains, and postcards. The exhibition is being held until October 4, 2020. Check out the exhibition as soon as possible if you want to experience the lingering sentiments of the drama once more.
Hotel del Luna Exhibition
Address: (M Contemporary) 120, Bongeunsa-ro, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
Hours: 11 a.m.-10 p.m. every day
Inquiries: +82-2-3451-8199
Directions: 2-minute walk from Exit 4 of Sinnonhyeon Station (subway Line 9) (#925)
Restaurant, Bar, and Stage All in One Spot
C156 Underground
Hotel del Luna Episodes 10-14 were filmed at C156 Underground. In Hotel del Luna, a mysterious character named Seol Ji-won (Lee David) runs this bar. Its dreamlike and trendy interior design is impressive. C156 Underground appeared in numerous commercials and music videos as well as dramas such as Hotel del Luna, Gangnam Beauty, and VIP. C156 Underground is situated on the first basement level of the unique hotel H Avenue Kondae. It is a cultural complex consisting of a restaurant, bar, lounge, and stage. Visitors can watch a performance while enjoying a meal and drink. The place can also be rented for small weddings, parties, and more. Every nook and cranny of the place makes a good background a picture, so it is popular amonst social media users.
C156 Underground
Address: B1, 156, Dongil-ro, Gwangjin-gu, Seoul
Hours: 11:30 a.m.-11 p.m. every day (break time: 3 p.m.-5 p.m.
Directions: 12-minute walk from Exit 4 of Children’s Grand Park Station (subway Line 7) (#726) / 12-minute walk from Exit 1 of Konkuk Univ. Station (subway Line 2) (#212)
Enjoying Hotel del Luna in a Unique Way
Hongdae Secret Forest
Here, you can enjoy a role-playing game on the set of Hotel del Luna. In the background story, a murder takes place in the old and shabby Hotel del Luna in the bustling heart of downtown Seoul. You are one of the suspects and you mus,t prove your innocence and find the real murderer. Your team does not know who will be a detective and who will be a murderer. It is fun to become one of the characters and complete the mission. The mysterious drama set spices up the game! At least four individuals are required to play this Hotel del Luna game. After playing, visitors can look around the Street of Youth in front of Hongik University.
Directions: 8-minute walk from Exit 3 of Hapjeong Station (subway Lines 2 & 6) (#238) (#622)
An Elegant Hanok with a View of Gyeongbokgung Palac
E UM THE PLACE
In Hotel del Luna, Gu Chan-seong lives off his friend Sanchez (Jo Hyun-chul). E UM THE PLACE is the house of Sanchez. A traditional hanok built in 1908 was remodeled into E UM THE PLACE. It boasts the beauty of traditional Korean architecture. In particular, the view of Gyeongbokgung Palace that can be seen through the windows is more amazing than it appears in any photo. E UM THE PLACE boasts an antique hanok and an elegant garden. Its great atmosphere is shown exactly the way it feels in Hotel del Luna. E UM THE PLACE is a private gallery for weddings, private parties, exhibitions, and brand launches. More specifically, it is one of the most popular wedding venues for those who want to have their wedding in a hanok.
E UM THE PLACE
Address: 21, Bukchon-ro 11na-gil, Jongno-gu, Seoul
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