Goblin (Korean title: 쓸쓸하고 찬란하神 — 도깨비; known internationally as Guardian: The Lonely and Great God) is a 16-episode fantasy romance that aired on tvN in 2016–2017.
1. Gangneung — Jumunjin Breakwater and Yeongjin Beach
The seaside setting that defines the show.
Jumunjin Breakwater (주문진 방사제)
On screen
The seaside spot known as the place where Ji Eun-tak blows out her birthday candles and summons Kim Shin for the first time.
Address
1609 Haean-ro, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si, Gangwon (per Korea Tourism Organization)
Getting there
Take a train or intercity bus from Seoul to Gangneung, then continue toward Jumunjin. Check travel times and fares on Korail, bus booking sites and a map app.
Visitor tips
A breakwater (bangsaje) is a structure built out into the sea to stop sand from washing away. Since the drama aired it has become a photo spot where visitors recreate the scene. For visitor information, call the Korea Travel Hotline 1330 (Korean, English, Japanese and Chinese).
Map
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Yeongjin Beach (영진해변)
On screen
The Gangneung city tourism guide also lists the breakwater at Yeongjin Beach as a Goblin filming location.
Address
357-155 Yeongjin-ri, Yeongok-myeon, Gangneung-si, Gangwon
Getting there
Take bus 300 and get off at the Samcheolli Apartment (삼천리아파트) stop, then walk about 12 minutes (official guidance).
Visitor tips
A small fishing-village beach. The official page lists one accessible parking space, a ramp and an accessible restroom. Fishing takes place here, so keep away from nets and boats.
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The two sites are neighboring stretches of coast, and sources differ on whether the scene is called the Jumunjin breakwater or the Yeongjin breakwater. Search both names in your map app.
2. Seoul — Unhyeongung Western-style House and Samcheong-dong
Both areas are close to Anguk Station and can be linked on one walk.
Unhyeongung Yanggwan (Western-style house, 운현궁 양관)
On screen
The Western-style building that appears as the home Kim Shin shares with the Grim Reaper.
Address
464 Samil-daero, Jongno-gu, Seoul (Unhyeongung area)
Getting there
Near Anguk Station (Line 3). Check the exact exit and walking route in a map app.
Visitor tips
The Yanggwan originally belonged to Unhyeongung but is now used by Duksung Women's University, so interior access may be restricted. Check whether the Unhyeongung grounds are open, and the hours, on its official channel before you go.
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Samcheong-dong area (삼청동 일대)
On screen
A scene between the Grim Reaper and Sunny was reportedly filmed in Samcheong-dong.
Address
Samcheong-dong area, Jongno-gu, Seoul
Getting there
Within walking distance of Anguk Station. Check the route in a map app.
Visitor tips
Sources differ on the exact lane, so this page gives only the general area. Samcheong-dong is a real residential neighborhood of hanok and houses: walk quietly and do not photograph inside walls or at front gates.
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3. Suggested Routes
- Seoul half day — Anguk Station → Unhyeongung Yanggwan (exterior) → stroll around Samcheong-dong. All of it can be linked on foot in one route.
- Gangneung day trip — Seoul → Gangneung → Jumunjin Breakwater and Yeongjin Beach. The journey is long, so plan to arrive in daylight. If the schedule feels tight, consider an overnight stay.
4. Tips for International Fans
- Information changes. Access restrictions or facility changes can happen, so check official channels the day before you go.
- Check the weather first. The seaside can turn quickly with waves and wind. Take photos on the breakwater only in good daytime weather.
- Respect residential and fishing areas. Samcheong-dong lanes and the Yeongjin fishing village are places where people live and work. Stay away from walls, nets and boats.
- Photo etiquette. Keep other visitors and residents out of your shots. Drone filming is restricted in most places, so follow on-site guidance.
- Korea Travel Hotline 1330. The Korea Tourism Organization's 1330 line answers travel questions in Korean, English, Japanese and Chinese.
- Use a Korean map app. Typing the Korean address or name directly into Naver Map or KakaoMap gives the most accurate results.
FAQ
Where was the seaside scene in Goblin filmed?
It is known to be the Jumunjin breakwater and Yeongjin Beach area in Gangneung. A breakwater is a structure built out into the sea to stop sand from washing away, and since the drama aired it has become a photo spot for visitors who recreate the scene. According to the Korea Tourism Organization, the address is 1609 Haean-ro, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si.
Is it safe to walk on the breakwater?
It is safest not to go when waves are high, the wind is strong, it is raining or it is dark. A breakwater is coastal infrastructure, not a tourist facility, and may lack sufficient railings or safety equipment. Do not go to the very end, and follow on-site signs and closures.
How do I get from Seoul to the Jumunjin breakwater?
The usual way is to take a train or intercity bus from Seoul to Gangneung and then continue toward Jumunjin. Travel times and fares vary by season and route, so check Korail, bus booking sites and a map app. For Yeongjin Beach, official guidance says to take bus 300 to the Samcheolli Apartment stop and walk from there.
Can I go inside the Unhyeongung Yanggwan?
The Yanggwan is currently used by Duksung Women's University, so interior access may be restricted. Check whether the Unhyeongung grounds are open, and the hours, on its official channel before you go.
Which lane in Samcheong-dong exactly?
There are reports that the scene between the Grim Reaper and Sunny was filmed in Samcheong-dong, but the exact lane differs by source, so this page gives only the general area. Samcheong-dong is a real residential neighborhood, so please move quietly.
What are the admission fees and opening hours?
The Jumunjin breakwater and Yeongjin Beach are open stretches of coast, not ticketed facilities. Fees and hours for places such as Unhyeongung can change by season, so this page does not list them. Check each official channel.