Pohang One day city Tour : Home town Cha cha cha Drama Locations

Pohang turns television into a coastal road trip. This private tour links the main Home Town Cha Cha Cha filming sites with the Iga-ri Anchor Observatory, Sabang Memorial Park, Wolpo Beach, and locations from other Korean dramas. I like the efficient private-car format and the way the route adds real coastal scenery to the fan experience. The local buffet lunch, with many vegan choices, is another useful touch, especially on a six- to seven-hour day.

The main drawback is the price: $550 per group of up to three is a serious outlay for a half-day excursion. The tour also depends on good weather, and the non-refundable policy means you need to choose your date carefully.

Key points at a glance

• Six coastal stops in six to seven hours: The route covers Cheongha Market, Iga-ri Anchor Observatory, Cheongjin-ri, Sabang Memorial Park, Seokbyeong-ri, and Wolpo Beach.
• Best for drama fans: You will see the Yoon Dental Clinic building, Banjang Hong’s house, the red lighthouse, and other recognizable Home Town Cha Cha Cha settings.
• No hike to Seonho Boat: A car takes you to Seonho Boat at Sabang Memorial Park, which saves time and effort.
• More than one television series: The day also includes a location from When the Camellia Blooms and Iga-ri Anchor Observatory, known from Love Scout.
• Private transport for up to three people: An air-conditioned vehicle and pickup make the long coastal route much easier than arranging it alone.
• Small practical extras: A welcome bag includes Korean snacks, a fan, towel, tissues, and a hat.

Why this Pohang tour works for drama fans

Pohang is not just a backdrop here. The fishing villages, small streets, beaches, and sea-facing viewpoints give the dramas their relaxed seaside character. This tour lets you connect those settings into one route rather than visiting isolated locations on your own.

I especially like that the day is not limited to one famous sign or photo point. At Cheongha Market, you see the area used for much of Home Town Cha Cha Cha. At Seokbyeong-ri, the route gathers several recognizable places in one seaside village, including Banjang Hong’s house, the house connected with the old woman with a toothache, Dr. Yoon’s house, and the red lighthouse.

The private format matters. With only your group participating, you do not have to keep up with a large busload or wait while strangers finish photographs. Pickup is offered, and the air-conditioned vehicle is welcome during a route that covers several coastal areas.

Still, keep expectations sensible. This is a sightseeing and photo tour, not a behind-the-scenes production visit. You will see filming locations as they exist in Pohang, often among working streets, houses, beaches, and public spaces. The appeal comes from recognizing the settings and enjoying the coast around them.

Cheongha Market, the show’s everyday neighborhood

The first stop is Cheongha Market, about 18 kilometers from Pohang toward Yeongdeok. The market area near Cheongha Intersection served as a major filming area for Home Town Cha Cha Cha, and the scheduled visit lasts about 90 minutes.

This is likely the most rewarding stop for viewers who want to feel the ordinary rhythm of the series. Instead of one grand viewpoint, you get a town setting tied to the show’s daily scenes. Streets and storefronts help explain the warm, small-community mood that made the drama popular.

Bring your camera, but also take time to look beyond the exact filming points. The setting is valuable because it shows how the drama used a real coastal town rather than a sealed studio set. You may find that the less dramatic details, such as the road layout and nearby buildings, make the scenes easier to place in your memory.

The extra time here is sensible. Ninety minutes gives you room for photographs and a little unhurried exploration. If the tour finishes ahead of schedule, the guide may add a walk through a local market and help you try Korean snacks. That extra market stop was included for one group by guide Suyeong, so it is best understood as a possible bonus rather than a guaranteed part of the fixed route.

Iga-ri Anchor Observatory and the blue coast

The Iga-ri Anchor Observatory is a one-hour stop in Iga-ri, Cheong-myeon, in northern Pohang. Its design represents an anchor settling ships near the sea, beside Iga-ri Simple Beach and a line of coastal pine trees.

This is one of the tour’s best breaks from drama-location hunting. Even if you have never watched Love Scout, the observatory gives you a strong coastal photo setting and a clear change of pace after the market.

I like the way the site adds a different kind of visual interest. Cheongha Market is about streets and local life. Iga-ri is about the sea, the anchor-shaped structure, and the open view from the shore. The stop is free, so there is no extra admission charge to weigh against the tour price.

Allow yourself time for photographs without treating the observatory as a quick stop. The tour gives you a full hour, which should make the visit less rushed. At the same time, this is an outdoor viewpoint, so the tour’s weather requirement matters here more than it would at an indoor attraction.

Cheongjin-ri and the Yoon Dental Clinic photo

At Cheongjin-ri, you will visit Cheongjin 3-ri and take photographs in front of the building used as the Yoon Dental Clinic. The planned visit is one hour, including the time needed to move between stops.

For Home Town Cha Cha Cha fans, this is a straightforward but important stop. The building is one of the easiest visual reminders of the drama, and a photo here gives the itinerary a clear focal point.

Do remember that this is a real place, not a theme-park set. Be respectful around the building and nearby homes, keep photographs focused on the exterior, and follow your guide’s instructions. The tour description does not promise interior access, so plan on viewing and photographing the outside.

The one-hour allocation also shows how the day is organized. You are not spending the entire afternoon at one location. Instead, you get enough time for the key photograph, a look around, and the next coastal drive.

Sabang Memorial Park and Seonho Boat

Sabang Memorial Park is another Home Town Cha Cha Cha location. A fishing boat placed in the middle of the park provides a distinctive photo background, and the tour includes a drive to Seonho Boat at the top of the mountain in the park.

This is an important practical advantage. You do not need to hike up to Seonho Boat. The vehicle takes you there, avoiding a tiring climb and keeping the schedule manageable. If you have moderate physical fitness but would rather save your energy for the coastal stops, this arrangement is useful.

The park visit lasts about one hour. You can photograph the boat, look around the grounds, and take in the setting that appeared in the series. The location should appeal to fans who want a more open-air, scenic photo than the market and clinic building provide.

The tour still recommends a moderate level of physical fitness. That does not mean a strenuous trek is included, especially since the car handles the mountain access. It does mean you should be comfortable getting in and out of the vehicle, walking around outdoor sites, and managing several stops during the day.

Seokbyeong-ri, where several scenes come together

The longest stop is Seokbyeong-ri, with about two hours allotted. This seaside village contains several Home Town Cha Cha Cha locations: Banjang Hong’s house, the house of the old woman with a toothache, Dr. Yoon’s house, and the red lighthouse.

This is the heart of the tour for many fans. Rather than seeing one recognizable building and moving on, you have time to connect several locations within the same village. The two-hour schedule gives your guide room to point out the places and allows you to take photographs without turning every stop into a race.

I also like the way Seokbyeong-ri brings the story back to its coastal village setting. The appeal is not only the individual houses. It is the relationship between the homes, the sea, the road, and the lighthouse. Those ordinary surroundings are part of what made the fictional village feel believable.

Because these are village locations, use common sense. Keep noise down, do not block roads or entrances, and avoid treating private homes as attractions you can enter. The tour information identifies the houses as filming locations, but it does not include interior visits.

Two hours may feel long if you only want a few quick photographs. For committed fans, though, this is the stop that justifies the route. You can take your time, compare the real settings with the show, and enjoy the village rather than simply checking it off a list.

Wolpo Beach and Hong Banjang’s surf setting

The final stop is Wolpo Beach, with 30 minutes scheduled. This is where Hong Banjang enjoyed surfing in the drama.

The short visit makes sense. The beach is a simple, open setting rather than a cluster of buildings to explore, so half an hour should allow time for photographs and a look at the shore. It also gives the day a relaxed final note after the more concentrated stops at Cheongjin-ri and Seokbyeong-ri.

Do not expect a surfing lesson or water activity. The included experience is sightseeing at the beach. If you like coastal views and want one last chance to connect a drama scene with its real setting, this is a pleasant finish.

Admission is not included at Wolpo Beach, though the supplied details do not specify an entrance fee. Keep a little flexibility for any personal expense connected with the beach.

A route that includes other Korean dramas

One strength of this day is that it reaches beyond Home Town Cha Cha Cha. The tour also visits a location from When the Camellia Blooms, and the Iga-ri Anchor Observatory appeared in the recently aired Love Scout.

That wider selection helps if your interests extend beyond one series. You get a useful mixture of Korean television locations, coastal architecture, village streets, and sea views instead of repeating the same type of photo at every stop.

The additional drama sites also make the tour worthwhile for companions who are not devoted Home Town Cha Cha Cha fans. Someone who knows only one of the shows can still enjoy the scenery and the variety of places visited.

Lunch, snacks, and the practical comforts

Lunch is not included in the tour price, but a Korean buffet is available for KRW 11,000. The buffet has many vegan menu choices, which is a real advantage for plant-based diners. You should not assume every dietary need is covered, but the range of vegan food makes this more workable than a fixed-menu restaurant.

The timing of lunch can be handled during the day, though the supplied details do not name a restaurant or give an exact meal schedule. If lunch is important to you, confirm the arrangement with the provider after booking.

The welcome bag is a pleasant practical extra. It includes Korean snacks, a fan, a towel, paper tissues, and a hat. None of these items changes the nature of the tour, but they are useful on a warm outdoor day when you are moving between beaches, parks, and village streets.

Alcoholic drinks, private expenses, and domestic travel insurance are not included. Plan your budget around the tour fee, the KRW 11,000 lunch, and any personal purchases.

Is $550 good value for up to three people?

The listed price is $550 per group of up to three people, not $550 per person. For a full private vehicle, pickup, an air-conditioned car, and six coastal stops, the value becomes much stronger when three people share the cost.

For three people, the basic split is about $183 per person before lunch and personal spending. For two people, it is $275 per person. A solo visitor pays the full group rate, so this tour makes the most financial sense for a small party that wants a private day rather than a shared excursion.

You are paying for more than entrance tickets. All listed stops except the beach have free admission, so the main value lies in the transport, route planning, pickup, time savings, and guide support. Pohang’s filming locations are spread across coastal areas, and arranging the same sequence independently could require careful transport planning.

The price is harder to justify if you only want one or two famous photo spots. In that case, a shorter independent visit may suit you better. If you want the full collection of locations, do not want to drive, and value a private schedule, the cost is more reasonable.

Timing, pickup, and the pace of the day

The total duration is about six to seven hours. The listed stop times add up to six hours, with travel between locations included in the overall day. That makes this a focused outing, not a leisurely day with long breaks.

Pickup is offered, and the tour uses an air-conditioned vehicle. Those details matter because the route links several places rather than keeping you in one central district. You can spend your energy on the stops instead of worrying about transfers between them.

The tour is private, with only your group participating. That lets you ask for photographs, manage your pace within reason, and avoid the fixed social rhythm of a large group. It does not mean every stop can be extended indefinitely, since the route has several locations to cover.

The experience is booked, on average, 36 days in advance. That suggests you should plan early if your dates are fixed, especially if you are visiting Pohang as part of a larger South Korea itinerary.

Weather and cancellation points to remember

This is an outdoor tour, and good weather is required. If poor weather causes the operator to cancel, you will be offered another date or a full refund.

Your own cancellation is different. The experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason after booking. Because of that, check your travel plans carefully before committing, and avoid booking it on a day when your schedule is uncertain.

The weather issue is not a minor technical detail. The anchor observatory, beaches, memorial park, and village walks all depend on being outdoors. Clear conditions will also make the photographs more satisfying.

Who should book this Pohang day tour?

I would recommend it most strongly to:

• Home Town Cha Cha Cha fans who want the main filming locations in one organized day
• Small groups of up to three who can share the private price
• Visitors who prefer a car and guide to arranging scattered coastal stops themselves
• People interested in several Korean dramas, including When the Camellia Blooms and Love Scout
• Vegan diners who appreciate having a buffet with many plant-based choices
• Anyone who wants coastal scenery along with drama photographs

I would be more cautious if you are watching your budget, dislike outdoor sightseeing, or want a slow day with long meals and free time. The route is active and fairly structured, and the full value depends on caring about the locations rather than simply wanting a general Pohang city tour.

Should you book it?

Book this tour if the filming locations are a main reason for visiting Pohang and you can fill the vehicle with two or three people. The combination of Cheongha Market, Seokbyeong-ri, the Yoon Dental Clinic building, Seonho Boat, and the coastal observatories gives you a much fuller picture than a quick stop at one famous site.

I particularly like the no-hiking access to Seonho Boat, the local snack possibility with guide Suyeong, and the buffet option for vegan diners. Before paying, confirm your pickup details, lunch plan, and date, then check that everyone in your group accepts the strict cancellation terms.

For a small private group that wants Korean drama locations with real seaside scenery, this is a useful and well-planned Pohang outing. For one person on a tight budget, the price deserves a hard look.

FAQ

How long does the Pohang Home Town Cha Cha Cha tour last?

The tour lasts approximately six to seven hours. Travel time between the locations is included in the overall duration.

How many people can join the private tour?

The price covers one private group of up to three people. Only your group participates in the activity.

Is pickup included?

Yes. Pickup is offered, and transportation is provided in an air-conditioned vehicle.

Is lunch included in the tour price?

No. Lunch costs KRW 11,000 at a Korean buffet restaurant. The buffet has many vegan menu choices.

Do I have to hike to Seonho Boat?

No. The tour takes you by car to Seonho Boat at the top of the mountain in Sabang Memorial Park.

What happens if bad weather cancels the tour?

The experience requires good weather. If the operator cancels because of poor weather, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.