Cha cha cha fans, this tour hits coastal sets. I love that it strings together major filming spots for Home Town Cha Cha Cha, plus additional drama locations, so you get a satisfying story trail in one go. You’ll also get photo friendly stops like the Yoon Dental Clinic frontage and Seonho Boat views, and I especially like the buffet lunch with plenty of vegan menus so you are not stuck hungry between scenes. The main drawback to plan around is weather, since the experience requires good conditions and the day can be changed if it turns sour.

This is a one day, private format with pickup and a comfortable ride, so you spend less time figuring things out and more time looking. You’ll get around the Pohang coast by car between locations, with built in time for transportation and generally no heavy hiking, even for the hilltop Sabang Memorial Park area. One more consideration: it is priced per group (up to 3), so it tends to be best value when you travel with friends or family rather than solo.

Key highlights before you go

• Private Pohang tour for up to 3 with only your group participating
• Home Town Cha Cha Cha filming stops, including Cheongjin-ri and Sabang Memorial Park photo points
• Love Scout location at Iga-ri, paired with an experience the itinerary describes as a space walk moment
• When the Camellia Blooms stop added to the route for variety beyond one drama
• Seaside village time at Seokbyeong-ri with Banjang Hong, Dr. Yoon, and the red lighthouse areas
• Welcome bag perks like a Korean snack, fan, towel, paper tissue, and a hat, plus a vegan friendly buffet lunch option

A Pohang day planned like a drama route, not a generic city drive

This tour works because it is built around scenes you likely already know, then connects them with real places in Pohang. I like that it does not stop at one show. You get Home Town Cha Cha Cha main filming locations, plus additional filming areas for When the Camellia Blooms and Love Scout, so the day feels fuller instead of repetitive.

Another smart part is the pacing. You are moving coast to coast and village to village, but the itinerary is timed so you are not constantly rushed between spots. It is a good approach if you want photos and time to wander without feeling like you are just sprinting from one signboard to the next.

Pickup, air conditioned comfort, and mobile tickets that keep things simple

You get pickup offered, and that matters in Pohang, where getting between filming locations without a local plan can turn into a time sink. You also ride in an air conditioned vehicle, which is a lifesaver if you are traveling in warmer months.

The tour uses a mobile ticket, so you are not scrambling for paper. You also get a welcome bag with practical items: a Korean snack, a fan, a towel, paper tissue, and a hat. I love when tours bring items you would otherwise end up buying mid trip, because it makes the day feel smoother from the start.

One more detail worth noting is that the tour is designed for travelers with moderate physical fitness. The itinerary is not built around long hikes, but you should still be comfortable with walking short distances and standing around viewpoint areas for photos.

First coast hit: Cheongha Market and the anchor shaped Iga Bridge observatory

You start at Cheongha Market (청하시장), which is described as a key filming area for Home Town Cha Cha Cha. Markets are great for drama fans because they feel lived in, not staged. The stop is scheduled for about 1 hour 30 minutes, and admission is free, so you can slow down for small photo angles and take in the atmosphere.

Next comes Iga Bridge Anchor Observatory (이가리 닻전망대) in Iga-ri. This stop is built around a lookout concept, shaped like an anchor and aimed at settling ships near the sea pine and the Iga-ri beach area. Expect about 1 hour here with free admission.

If you are the type who likes your photos to include a bit of story context, this is a strong combo. Market foreground life, then a sea vista viewpoint, then you roll onward.

Cheongjin-ri, Yoon Dental Clinic, and the easiest way to nail a scene photo

Cheongjin-ri (Cheongjin 3-ri) is where Home Town Cha Cha Cha filming comes back into focus. You will spend about 1 hour at this stop, with free admission.

The standout here is the specific photo target: you can take a picture in front of the Yoon Dental Clinic building in Cheongjin 3-ri. That kind of clear, named photo moment is exactly what I look for in drama location tours, because you do not waste time trying to match vague memories to real signage.

The itinerary also notes that transportation time is already accounted for in the total duration. In plain terms, you can treat the schedule as real time, not an optimistic guess.

Sabang Memorial Park and Seonho Boat, with no hiking stress

Sabang Memorial Park is one of the most useful stops for fans, because the description clearly centers it around Home Town Cha Cha Cha moments plus a memorable photo backdrop. You will explore for about 1 hour with free admission.

This is also where the tour leans into the Seonho Boat idea. It is located at the top of the mountain in Sabang Memorial Park, and you go there by car, with no hassle and no hiking for the drama segment. That is a big deal if you want the hilltop views and dramatic waterfront vibe without getting worn out before the rest of the coastline.

After you look around, the park also gives you a strong composition opportunity: photos with a fishing boat placed in the middle of the park are part of the experience. I like stops like this because you can take wide shots and close shots without needing technical camera tricks.

Seokbyeong-ri: Banjang Hong’s house, the toothache story, Dr. Yoon, and a red lighthouse

If you want the day to feel like more than just quick stops, Seokbyeong-ri (seaside village) is where it happens. You spend about 2 hours here, and admission is free.

This stop is packed with named spots tied to story characters and locations, including Banjang Hong’s house, the house of an old woman with a toothache, and also Dr. Yoon’s house. The itinerary also includes the red lighthouse area, which is perfect for that classic coastal drama photo style.

What makes Seokbyeong-ri valuable is that it gives you time to slow down. Two hours is enough to wander, take photos at different angles, and still have energy left for the final beach stop. It also helps you get a more human feeling for the filming environment, because villages like this tend to show up in your memory as a place, not just a backdrop.

Wolpo Beach: short, sweet, and timed for Hong Banjang vibes

Your final stop is Wolpo Seaside Beach (월포해수욕장). The tour gives you about 30 minutes here, and admission is noted as not included.

The description links this to Home Town Cha Cha Cha through Hong Banjang enjoying surfing. Even with a shorter time window, this last stop works as a reset. You get sea air, you get final skyline and shoreline photos, and you finish without feeling like the day keeps stretching.

Because the admission is not included, keep a little extra cash ready in case something is required on site. For many people, this will be a simple final look rather than a big ticket attraction.

Lunch at a Korean buffet with vegan menus, so you do not burn out

Lunch is a Korean buffet with lots of vegan menus. The lunch is not included in the tour price, and it is listed as KRW 11,000.

This is one of the reasons the tour feels practical. A day packed with photo stops can easily turn into a low energy grind if you skip a good meal. A buffet format also tends to make it easier if you have dietary needs, since you can build your plate without having to hunt down one specific dish.

If you are vegan, vegetarian, or just trying to eat lighter, the “lots of vegan menus” detail is exactly the kind of thing I wish more tours bothered to mention.

Your guide Suyeong and the local snack bonus when time allows

A standout detail from the experience is the guide support. The name Suyeong came up in a helpful way, including a moment when the tour finished early and she took guests on a walkthrough of a local market to try snacks.

That is not something you should assume will happen every single day, but it tells you something useful: this tour is not just about checking boxes. When there is room in the schedule, your guide may add local flavor.

If you book, it helps to arrive with curiosity. Ask what snack stalls are best that day, and be open to small local treats rather than expecting one big planned tasting.

Price per group: is $550 worth it?

At $550 per group up to 3, this is not a budget bus tour. So the value question is simple: what are you actually buying.

You are buying three big things:

1) Private, only your group transportation with pickup and an air conditioned vehicle

2) A route that hits multiple drama filming areas, not just one quick photo stop

3) Time saved from figuring out how to move between coastal locations efficiently

If you split the cost between two or three people, it becomes much more reasonable for a day that otherwise would require multiple taxis, entry planning, and lots of smartphone searching. If you are traveling solo, it will feel pricey because the price is per group, not per person.

Also, a lot of stops are free admission, including Cheongha Market, Iga Bridge Anchor Observatory, Cheongjin-ri, and several others. You are not paying entry fees on the main locations, which helps offset the tour price.

The best way to think of it: you are paying for direction, comfort, and a well-timed route through places that matter to the dramas you came for.

Who this tour fits best, and the one thing to watch

This is a great fit if you:

• Know and love Home Town Cha Cha Cha and want to actually visit named, specific filming areas
• Want extra drama variety with When the Camellia Blooms and Love Scout stops
• Prefer a private setup with pickup instead of wrestling with buses and transfers
• Appreciate vegan friendly lunch options and a day that does not require serious hiking

The one key watch item is weather. The experience requires good weather, and if it is canceled due to poor conditions, you will be offered a different date or a full refund. That is not unique to this tour, but it matters because the coastline and viewpoints are the point.

Should you book this Pohang one day drama tour?

I would book it if your goal is simple and specific: see major Home Town Cha Cha Cha filming locations around Pohang, add a couple of related drama stops, and do it with a private guide style that keeps your day smooth.

Skip it if you are traveling on a tight budget and only want one or two photo spots. In that case, independent transport might cost less, but you will lose the structured timing and the drama focused route.

One last practical tip: if you are planning around peak season, this style of tour can book up. The experience is commonly booked about 36 days in advance, so waiting too long can limit your options.

FAQ

How long is the Pohang One Day City Tour?

It runs about 6 to 7 hours.

How many people is the tour for?

It is a private tour for your group only, up to 3 people.

Is pickup included?

Pickup is offered.

What kind of ticket do I use?

You receive a mobile ticket.

What is included in the tour price?

Included items are an air conditioned vehicle and a welcome bag with a Korean snack, a fan, a towel, paper tissue, and a hat.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is not included. The Korean buffet lunch is listed at KRW 11,000.

Are the filming location admissions included?

Most listed stops have admission tickets marked as free. One stop, Wolpo Seaside Beach, notes that admission is not included.

Is the tour difficult to walk?

The tour recommends moderate physical fitness. The itinerary is designed to avoid hassle and hiking for the main drama segment.

What happens if the weather is bad?

If the tour is canceled due to poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.

What if I need to cancel?

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason.