Wang's Family (2013) — Filming Locations & Guide

Story

Synopsis

A concise overview of the premise, tone, and dramatic setup.

"Wang’s Family" centers on the Wang family, focusing on their trials and tribulations as they navigate life's challenges. The eldest daughter, Wang Subak, returns to her parents' home after her husband, Ko Minjung, faces bankruptcy. Meanwhile, her sister Hobak struggles with her jobless husband, Heo Sedal, while the youngest sister, Gwangbak, unexpectedly leaves her secure teaching position to chase her dream of becoming a writer.

The show delves into the complexities of family dynamics, including conflicts between parents and children, and the various pressures each member faces in their pursuit of happiness and love. With its blend of humor and heartfelt moments, "Wang’s Family" offers a relatable look at the struggles of a contemporary family living together amidst adversity.

Filming locations

Places connected to scenes, checked against source links before they appear publicly.

01
Gang Sang Ice Sledding Park
강상 얼음썰매장
Sinhwa-ri 138, Gangsang-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do경기 양평군 강상면 신화리 138
The scene was filmed at Gang Sang Ice Sledding Park, where families enjoy ice sledding during winter. It features various ice sculptures and a fun atmosphere for children. / The ice sledding park serves as a fun and scenic backdrop for various family interactions in the drama.
I heard that the filming for the currently airing KBS weekend drama Wangga Ne Sikkudul took place here.
blog.naver.com
View details
02
Hong Eun Dong Dongwon Benest
홍은동 동원베네스트
Hong Eun Jungang-ro 1-gil 65 → Seodaemun-gu → Seoul → Seoul서울 서대문구 홍은중앙로1길 65
The filming vehicles for the drama 'Wang's Family' were spotted near the entrance of the Dongwon Benest apartment complex in Hong Eun Dong.
The day before yesterday, I happened to see the filming vehicles for the drama 'Wangga Ne Sikkudeul' near the entrance of the Dongwon Benest apartment complex in Hong-eun-dong.
blog.naver.com
View details
03
The Picture
더 그림
175-5 Sanasa-gil, Okcheon-myeon, Yangpyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do경기 양평군 옥천면 사나사길 175-5
This location is a beautiful large country house known for being a filming site for the drama. It features a garden and a guest cafe.
This is Yangpyeong Okcheon! This is The Geurim, located on the way to Sanasa~ It's a large and beautiful country house that is also famous as a filming location for dramas.
blog.naver.com
View details
04
DROPTOP CAFE Myeongdong
드롭탑 카페 명동점
16 Myeongdong 9-gil, Myeong-dong 1(il)-ga, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
This cafe is featured in the drama 'Wang’s Family'. It has a spacious interior and a vintage European feel, making it a great spot for a casual meet-up. / This coffee shop is a popular filming location for the drama, showcasing the vibrant atmosphere of Myeongdong.
The filming location of "Wangga's Family," Drop Top! And I think it was also briefly featured in "My Love from the Star," right? From what I can see, it’s actually much bigger than it looks! Let me show you a little bit!!
blog.naver.com
View details

Food guide

Food & places

Restaurants, cafes, markets, and dishes tied to the drama or the reader's visit path.

01Restaurant
Ppongdeulrak Pizza Omokgyo Branch
pizza
49 Jinbu Jungang-ro, Jinbu-myeon, Pyeongchang-gun, Gangwon Special Self-Governing Province강원특별자치도 평창군 진부면 진부중앙로 49
The scene was filmed at Ppongdeulrak Pizza, where the characters were seen interacting. The location is frequently used for filming the drama. / The pizza from Pongdeulak Pizza was frequently featured in the drama, especially in episodes 49 and 50, making viewers crave it throughout the show.
This time, the cast of the weekend drama "Wangga-ne Sikgudeul," filmed at the Omokgyo branch of Bbangdrak Pizza, includes Heo Yeong-dal (Kang Yebin) and Wang Don (Choi De-cheol).
blog.naver.com
View details
02Restaurant
Bongtteurak Pizza Omokgyo Station
Rich Bite Pizza, Mulberry Gorgonzola Steak
354 Sinmok-ro, Yangcheon District, Seoul, South Korea
The restaurant is featured as a filming location for the drama 'Wang's Family'. The author mentions seeing the actress Lee Yoon-ji filming outside the restaurant.
I heard that they're filming 'Wangga-ne Sikkudul' here these days, lol. My mom said she saw Lee Yoon-ji filming right in front of here, lol.
blog.naver.com
View details

Discovery

More to explore

Step beyond this drama — explore filming sites, food spots, and related titles across the catalog.

View all locations

View all food spots

Details

Production

Broadcast details, runtime, language, and key production credits.

Country

South Korea

Original language

Korean

Spoken languages

Korean

Creators: Moon Young-nam
Directors: Jin Hyung-wook
Writers: Moon Young-nam

Source: TMDB

Characters

Cast & characters

Key roles, performers, and character context for quick scanning.

Wang Gwang-Park
Lee Yoon-ji이윤지
Choi Sang-Nam
Han Joo-wan
Wang Ho-Park
Lee Tae-ran이태란
Heo Se-Dal
Oh Man-seok오만석
Wang Soo-Park
Oh Hyun-kyung오현경
Go Min-Jung
Cho Seong-ha조성하
Oh Soon-Jung
Kim Hee-jung김희정
Lee Ang-Geum
Kim Hae-sook김해숙
Wang Bong
Jang Yong장용
Ahn Gye-Shim
Na Moon-hee나문희
Park Sal-La
Lee Bo-hee이보희
Heo Young-Dal
Kang Ye-bin강예빈
Choi Dae-Se
Lee Byung-joon이병준
hotel manager
Kim Ki-doo김기두
Wang Subak is the eldest daughter of the Wang family who, after her husband goes bankrupt, returns to live with her parents. As she navigates the challenges of her family's financial struggles, she faces the pressures of finding happiness and love.
Gwang Bak's school friend
Seo Jun-young서준영
Go Min-Joong
Noh Joo-hyun노주현

Source: TMDB

Actors

Lead actors

Lead performer biographies and notable credits.

Lee Yoon-jias Wang Gwang-Park

이윤지

1984-03-15 · Seoul, South Korea

Lee Yoon-ji is a prominent South Korean actress known for her diverse range of roles in television and film. Born on March 15, 1984, she made her acting debut in the popular sitcom "Nonstop 4," which helped catapult her into the entertainment industry. Lee gained further recognition with her performances in several hit dramas, including "Pure 19" (2004), "Princess Hours" (2006), and "Dream High" (2011). Throughout her career, she has showcased her versatility by taking on various genres, from romantic comedies like "Couples" (2011) to more dramatic roles in series such as "The King 2 Hearts" (2012) and "Wang's Family" (2013). Furthermore, her appearance in the reality-variety show "We Got Married" (2008–2009) endeared her to audiences, adding another layer to her public persona. With a career spanning over a decade, Lee Yoon-ji continues to be a beloved figure in the South Korean entertainment landscape.

Han Joo-wanas Choi Sang-Nam

1984-01-10 · Seoul, South Korea

Lee Tae-ranas Wang Ho-Park

이태란

1975-03-25 · Yeonggwaang, South Jeolla, South Korea

Notable credits on this site

Famous Princesses
2006

Oh Man-seokas Heo Se-Dal

오만석

1975-01-30 · Seoul, South Korea

Oh Man-seok is a prominent South Korean actor, born on January 30, 1975. He attended Seoul Yeong-dong High School and later pursued a major in theatre at the Korea National University of Arts. He made his acting debut in 1999 with a performance in the play "Faust," swiftly establishing his presence in the theatre scene. Oh is particularly well-known for his role as Jang Taek Gi in the popular drama "The Vineyard Man," which garnered him significant recognition. Throughout his career, Oh has demonstrated versatility across various mediums, including theatre, television, and film. His portrayal of the titular transgender singer in the rock musical "Hedwig and the Angry Inch" is among his most celebrated performances. In 2009, he starred in the Korean drama "Jolly Widows," which not only captivated audiences in Korea but also reached viewers in North America. Despite his professional successes, Oh's personal life includes a marriage to Jo Sang Kyung, with whom he shares a daughter, though they divorced after six years.