We all know that It's Okay to Not be Okay is one of the most talked about Kdrama this 2020. Aside from the beautiful story it offered, it also showcased beautiful sceneries in South Korea especially in Gangwon-do area. If given the chance to travel back to South Korea for 4D/3N, I would love to follow the footsteps of the casts of It's Okay to Not Be Okay.
In this blog, I'll be sharing to you my planned It's Okay to Not be Okay itinerary along with some details of the locations.
DAY 1
Upon doing some research, It's Okay to Not be Okay also filmed some of their scenes at Incheon. Since most of the flights from the Philippines going to South Korea will drop at Incheon International Airport, it would be better to immediately go to these locations after arriving.
Triple Street Shopping Mall
Address: 33-3, 16beon-gil, Songdo Gwahak-ro, Yeonsu-gu, Incheon
IK Lighthouse
Address: 8-1 Chamoejeon-ro 174beon-gil, Dongincheon-dong, Jung-gu, Incheon, South Korea
Wolmido Culture Street
Address: 98-57 Bukseong-dong (il)-ga, Jung-gu, Incheon
Han River Bridge
After visiting Incheon, it's time to go to Seoul and check-in first to the chosen hotel. After resting a bit too, the next place to visit is the Han River Bridge. This will be the last filming location to visit for Day 1.
The scene that was seen here was when Alberto, Jaesu's motorcycle, had a problem so Gangtae and him had to push it until they reach their home. This bridge connects Yongsan-gu and Dongjak-gu.
Location: Ichon-dong, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
DAY 2
Pizza Alvolo
The first filming location to visit on day 2 is the famous Pizza Alvolo. I first knew this in Hotel del Luna. But it was only on It's Okay to Not be Okay that I became really interested with it and want to try what this chain has to offer.
I want to try the one Ko Munyeong ordered, Palja Pizza. It has 8 different toppings consisting of corn, pineapple, pepperoni, shrimp, spicy chicken, jalapeno, squash and bacon. This food chain has a lot of branches but the exact location that they filmed is at the Yeoksam Branch.
Address: 148 Yeoksam-ro Gangnam-gu Seoul
Forest of Wisdom Library
After Seoul, it's now time to go to Gyeonggi-do for the Forest of Wisdom Library. Travel time from Seoul to Gyeonggi-do is approximately 1 hour.
This is the place where Ko Munyeong had her fan signing and Sangtae attended it. Although there was a little problem that happened there. Forest of Wisdom Library, known for its floor to ceiling shelves, is in the Paju Book City, a big cultural complex located in Paju owned by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism.
Address: 145, Hoedong-gil, Paju-si, Gyeonggi-do
Nam Juri's House
After Gyeonggi-do, it's now time to go to the main filming place, the Gangwon-do. After arriving at Gangwon-do and having a little rest, the first filming location to visit is Nam Juri's House. Although I won't get to go the rooftop, because this place is a private home, the exterior of the house is enough since there are also scenes filmed there.
Address: 14 Deungdae-gil, Geojin-ri, Geojin-eup, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Seorak Hanok Guesthouse Pension
Address: 58, Sangdomun-gil, Sokcho-si, Gangwon-do
DAY 3
Cafe Sanida
Address: 109-128 Chilbong-ro, Hojeo-myeon-, Won-ju-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Secret Blue Bakery Cafe
Address: 31-6, Ayajinbuk-gil, Toseong-myeon, Goseong-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Seorak Beach
Remember the scene when Gangtae was suspended and he decided to go on a trip with Munyeong, but then changed his mind later on that made Munyeong mad? It is here in Seorak Beach. Here, you can also see the Red Light House.
Address: 5-8 Dwinnaru 2 -gil, Ganghyeon-myeon, Yangyang, Gangwon-do, South Korea
Jucheon Seopdali Bridge
Jucheon Seopdali Bridge is a log bridge that is being re-built yearly in early winter but is used only during the start of the rainy season. It is said to be a 300-year old bridge. In fact, there are a lot of folk songs written about this bridge.
The bridge was seen during the flashbacks when Gangtae was following Munyeong.
Address: 12 Sogeumsan-gil, Jijeong-myeon, Wonju-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea
DAY 4
Sogeumsan Suspension Bridge
Last day before going back to my country, I decided to spend this day at the Sogeumsan Suspension Bridge. It is the longest and largest pedestrian bridge in Korea. But aside from that, there are a lot of attractions here that you can enjoy like the Wonju Railbike, Museum San, grave of Joeom, and more.
We can see this bridge in episode 9 when Gantae and Munyeong had a quick trip.
Address: 2141 Songhakjucheon-ro, Panun-ri, Jucheon-myeon, Yeongwol-gun, Gangwon-do, South Korea
The reason why I only have one filming location for this day is because, I'll be leaving South Korea and need to travel back to Incheon. This is the last It's Okay to Not be Okay filming location I'll visit before leaving South Korea.
Summary of my 4D/3N It's Okay to Not be Okay Itinerary
DAY 1
1. Arrival at Incheon International Airport
2. Triple Street Shopping Mall
3. IK Light House
4. Wolmido Culture Street
5. Go to Seoul and check-in at the hotel
6. Hangang Bridge
DAY 2
1. Pizza Alvolo
2. Go to Gyeonggido for the Forest of Wisdom Library
3. Go to Gangwon-do
4. Nam Juri's House
5. Seorak Hanok Guesthouse pension
DAY 3
1. Cafe Sanida
2. Secret Blue Bakery Cafe
3. Seorak Beach
4. Jucheon Seopdali Bridge
DAY 4
1. Sogeumsan Suspension Bridge
2. Travel back to Incheon Airport
During my past visits in South Korea, I spent most of my time in Seoul. So if ever I get the chance to visit South Korea again, I plan on going to these places because I believe the provinces also have a lot to offer. You can also check out my Itaewon Class Itinerary.
