7 Must-Visit Destinations in Korea for You ARMYs

Kapanlagi.com - Written by: Inas Arwina Ramadhani

The success and popularity of BTS at the moment is undeniable. They have millions of fans all over the world.

In fact, BTS was appointed as the tourism icon of Seoul in 2017. Because BTS is considered able to attract tourists to visit South Korea.

Curious about the places you must visit as an ARMY in Korea? Let's check out the following places.

1. Lotte World Star Avenue

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You can find out and compare the size of your palm with the BTS members at Star Avenue Lotte World. In that shopping center, you can also watch interactive videos of cross-generational K-Pop Idols through the giant screens available there.

Not only BTS, there are also many other K-Pop Idols there.

2. Laundry Pizza

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As a BTS fan, the next place you must visit is Laundry Pizza. Laundry Pizza is actually a pizza restaurant located in the elite Gangnam area of Seoul.

Now, the restaurant that was once used as a shooting location for BTS music videos is crowded with visitors. Many ARMYs take photos at the restaurant.

3. BT21 Store

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If you are in Korea and want to buy souvenirs to bring home, BT21 Store is the answer. BT21 itself is the official BTS merchandise in collaboration with LINE FRIENDS.

You can find all BT21 products at the LINE Flagstore, one of which is located in the Itaewon area. There are also many other BTS merchandise available there.

4. Bus Stop 'You Never Walk Alone'

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If you ever visit the east coast of Korea, don't forget to visit the iconic BTS bus stop from the album jacket of You Never Walk Alone. The Gangneung City Government even installed a replica of the BTS bus stop at Jumunjin Beach, complete with a bus stop sign. Unfortunately, there are no actual buses passing by this stop. This location is simply a place for taking photos and reminiscing for the ARMY fans. 

5. Yoojung Sikdang

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You can find this restaurant at 14 Dosan-daero 28-gil, Gangnam-gu, Seoul. BTS often visited this restaurant when they were still rookies. If you don't believe it, just watch one of the episodes of the Rookie King show. After practicing in their dance studio, V and his friends would stop by Yoojung Sikdang for a delicious dinner. It turns out that dolsot bibimbap is one of the favorite menu items for BTS members at this restaurant. 

6. &Gather Cafe

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In the 45th episode of RUN BTS, BTS members were seen visiting a café in Seoul, and that café is &Gather Café. After BTS visited &Gather Café, this café immediately became very popular in Seoul.

Various foods and drinks that have been ordered by BTS members are also in high demand by ARMY. In this café, you can also order various interesting Korean foods.

7. HYBE Insight

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HYBE INSIGHT Museum is located in Yongsan, South Korea. This museum was opened on May 14, 2021.

This museum is described as a platform to express HYBE's perspective on music in line with the company's mission "We Believe in Music". With a floor area of 4700 square meters, this museum will contain various exhibitions, content, and rooms that can show the emotions and power of HYBE.

(kpl/mag)