Special: Iconic BTS Locations

HYANGHO BEACH BUS STOP

Location: 8-54 Hyangho-ri, Jumunjin-eup, Gangneung-si, Gangwon-do, South Korea

Also called the ‘Bangtan Bus Stop’, this location enjoys popularity owing to the band’s You Never Walk Alone cover. This isn’t an actual bus stop and was only built for BTS’ album. However, seeing fans and tourist frenzy at this BTS location, the city of Gangneung in Gangwon Province decided to create a replica which serves as a popular photo booth to date. Moreover, Hyangho Beach itself is a major tourist attraction – perfect to surf, swim or enjoy a summer day out. It’s also relatively less crowded and cleaner than other beaches around the East Sea. 

MAENGBANG BEACH

Location: 228-239, Maengbanghaebyeon-ro, Samcheok-si, Gangwon-do

Thanks to the band’s superhit Butter album photos in 2021, the Maengbang Beach in Samcheok saw a huge influx of tourists. When you enter the beach, the first thing that’ll strike you is the iconic brightly coloured chairs and umbrellas from the band’s pictures, while a big structure of BTS also decorates the place. Play, swim or stroll around the gorgeous beach and don’t forget to pose BTS style in this backdrop!

BT21 LINE FRIENDS STORE

Locations:

• BT21 LINE Friends Store (Gangnam): 1305-3 Seocho-dong, Seocho-gu, Seoul, South Korea
• BT21 LINE Friends Store (Hongdae): 141, Yanghwa-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul

Collect your favourite BTS-themed goodies at these cutesy BT21 stores operational in Gangnam and Hongdae. BT21 comes as a collaboration between BTS and LINE Friends, wherein each band member designed their own animated avatars including Tata, RJ, Chimmy, Cooky, Mang, Shooky and Koya.

These stores offer everything from clothes, dolls, accessories, and other goods to fulfil all your BTS fantasies. However, the highlight of these stores is their in-house cafe offering character-themed delicacies including desserts, smoothies, sundaes and coffees. 

MAGNATE CAFE (Owned by BTS Jimin’s Dad)

Location: 135, Jinnam-ro, Nam-gu, Busan, South Korea

Even if you’re not a fan of BTS, MAGNATE is a really cool cafe that is worth checking out! The cafe has a really unique vibe and offers some great food and drinks. It has a beautiful outdoor terrace. The cafe can accommodate over 100 people at once which is great because you won’t have to worry about not being able to find a seat on weekdays. Even though the interior, which features a magnificent chandelier, is really fancy, the prices on the menu are average for an independent cafe. The cost of a drink is about 6,000 won, and a slice of cake will set you back around 7,500 won. The menu’s quality and breadth are comparable to those at other restaurants.

LAUNDRY PIZZA

Location: 22 Bongeunsa-ro 4-gil, Yeoksam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul.

After featuring the Laundry Pizza in BTS’ Love Yourself: Her album photoshoot, many people have been visiting this pizza place ,especially the BTS fans in South Korea. It was a hidden gem before, but has become a popular hangout choice for visitors. It is an iconic and highly photogenic place to visit, and also a great place to enjoy delicious pizzas.