NCT Tour: Following the Footsteps of NCT!

Follow this list and you'll have the best trip as an NCTZen!

Chakriya Yuenyaw

2 years ago

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For Korean fans, is it necessary to follow in the footsteps of their idols when visiting Korea? While it can be a great experience to visit places where our idols frequently go, it's not necessary to follow in their exact footsteps. However, for NCTZens, we've compiled a list of must-visit locations based on NCT's travels that you shouldn't miss! Want to know where to go? Let's take a look! You can check out Episode 1 of BORAGO as well for all the courses!

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East Seoul

(Seoul Forest, Seongsu)

1.1 - KWANGYA@SEOUL

Address: 서울특별시 성동구 왕십리로 83-21
83-21 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
How to get there: Seoul Forest Station Exit 4
Hours: 10:30 - 20:00
Ticket Reservation: Click here to book tickets for the event. (In case there is no event happening, you can enter without making a reservation.)

Source: KWANGYA@SEOUL

For SM Town, a must-not-miss location is KWANGYA@SEOUL. Here, you will find the largest shop selling merchandise of SM artists. Additionally, various artist events such as album release promotions with special photo card giveaways or fan gift events are also held here.

If you visit on an artist's birthday, you can purchase exclusive merchandise available only during their birthday period, along with a special birthday card. However, if you plan to visit KWANGYA@SEOUL during an event, you will need to make a reservation in advance within the designated time frame.

Securing a spot during an event can be highly competitive. We recommend planning ahead and preparing your internet connection before queuing to visit KWANGYA@SEOUL.

You can follow updates on various events and the opening of ticket reservations here.

*If anyone wishes to visit KWANGYA@SEOUL during a non-event period, they can come directly without making any advance reservations.

1.2 - Daelim Changgo | 대림창고

Address: 서울 성동구 성수이로 78
78 Seongsu2-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
How to get there: Myeongdong Station Exit 3
Hours: 11:00 - 22:00 (Last order at 21:30)

Source: Instagram @taeoxo_nct

Daelim Changgo Cafe is NCT member Taeyong's favorite cafe. This cafe is not just an ordinary coffee shop, but also an art gallery! The exhibited artworks change periodically, depending on the time of the exhibition. The fact that it combines a cafe and an art gallery gives it a unique atmosphere, making you feel like you're savoring coffee and enjoying art simultaneously.

If you're an NCTZen who admires Taeyong or appreciates art, this cafe is a place you shouldn't miss! Check out our full review of Daelim Changgo in the link below!

Daelim Changgo Cafe Blog

1.3 - Seoul Forest

Address: 서울특별시 성동구 뚝섬로 273 (성수동)
273 Ttukseom-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul
How to get there: a 3-minute walk from Exit 3 of Seoul Forest Station, or about a 10-minute walk from Exit 8 of Ttukseom Station
Opening Hours: Open 24 hours (Eco Forest area with deer) operates from 05:30 AM to 09:30 PM

Source: Twitter @kwangyaofficial

Seoul Forest Park has become like a new landmark for SM stans. This is because SM Entertainment has moved its building near Seoul Forest Station, making the park a place where SM Entertainment idols come to relax or have photoshoots. NCT members such as Taeyong, Johnny, and Yuta have also come here to shoot advertisements for KICHWORK clothing at Seoul Forest Park.

In addition to that, visiting and having a picnic at Seoul Forest Park during the autumn season is like a rewarding and soothing experience. The park is adorned with blooming pink cherry blossoms, making it perfect for capturing memorable photos.

It's like following the footsteps of NCT while enjoying the blooming cherry blossoms. This is an opportunity not to be missed!

South of Seoul

(Gangnam, Apgujeong)

2.1 - Kal Samgyeopsal | 행복추풍령칼삼겹살

Address: 서울 강남구 도산대로51길 41 1층
Hours: 17:00 - 23:00 (Last order at 22:30) Closed every Sunday

NCT Dream's Little Dream BBQ" is a legendary restaurant. For NCTzens, not having tried the legendary NCT Dream BBQ means you haven't truly arrived in Korea! This restaurant has a legendary reputation for its delicious grilled pork, and it's not just NCT who are captivated by its taste. Other artists also frequent this place for its mouthwatering grilled pork. If you're a fan of grilled pork and a true foodie, you must not miss this restaurant!

One day, you and your friends might have the chance to enjoy some delicious grilled pork alongside the members. If anyone is interested in reading a full review of this restaurant and finding out which idols have been there, click here!

2.2 - Our Bakery

Address: 서울특별시 강남구 신사동 도산대로45길 10-11
10-11 Dosandaero45-gil, Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul
How to get there: 600 m walk from Apgujeong Rodeo Station
Hours: Monday to Friday: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM; Saturday to Sunday: 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Last order at 8:30 PM)

Source: Instagram @ourbakery

Our Bakery is another café that Taeyong loves. The highlight of this café is their canelés, which has captured Taeyong's heart to the point where he often buys some to share with the other members of NCT. The pastries at this café are freshly baked every day and they offer a variety of menu options. Just by reading the menu, it's hard to decide what to order because everything sounds delicious.

If you're an NCTZen who wants to follow in Taeyong's footsteps, I highly recommend visiting this café. Taeyong frequents it a lot, and sometimes he takes his friends from the group along. The influence of his taste among the group members is quite strong.

If you happen to be passing by the Apgujeong area, don't forget to stop by and try the canelé pastry, which is Taeyong's absolute favorite. Trust me, when it comes to delicious food, it's worth spreading the word!

West Seoul

(Mapo & Yeongdeungpo)

3.1 - Kitchen Soop | 키친숲

Address: 서울 마포구 동교로 256-10 1층 키친숲
1F, 256-10 Donggyo-ro, Mapo-gu, Seoul
How to get there: Walk out of Hongdae Station Exit 3 for about 5-7 minutes.
Hours: 12:00 - 21:00 (Break time 15:00 - 17:00) Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays

Source: Instagram @kitchen_soop

Kitchen Soop is a curry shop recommended by NCT's Jaehyun. The fact that the owner is an NCTzen has attracted a loyal customer base who are also NCTzens. Not only is the shop decorated with Jaehyun's mini-mal photos, but their curry dishes are also delicious and outstanding in taste, whether it's the creamy sauce or the traditional sauce. Both are equally satisfying. If any NCTzen happens to be around the Yeonnam-dong area and doesn't know what to eat, we highly recommend giving Kitchen Soop a try!

3.2 - Yeouido Han River Park

Address: 서울 영등포구 여의동로 330 한강사업본부 여의도안내센터
330 Yeouidong-ro Yeongdeungpo-gu, Seoul
How to get there: Walk out of Yeouinaru Station Exit 2 or 3.
Hours: Open to public 24 hours

Source: Youtube NCT DAILY

The Han River is definitely a must-visit destination when in Korea, isn't it? But for NCTzens, it holds a special place as it's a frequent hangout spot for the group. Have you seen the clip of Chenle and Jisung's dreamy spring picnic by the pink blossoms in Yeouido? In the clip, they can be seen setting up the perfect picnic spot. Springtime is particularly popular for Han River picnics among locals.

For NCTzens who want to have their own Han River picnic but don't have the time and space to prepare their own food, don't worry! Creatrip offers a food delivery service that allows you to easily order food without a Korean phone number. You can also pay with your international card, so it's super convenient. Click here for more information on the delivery service.

Source: Youtube NCT DAILY

Moreover, the Han River Park was also a favorite spot for Jaehyun and Mark to play basketball. Imagine visiting the Han River in the evening and running into them playing a game - it would be a dream come true for many, right? To increase your chances of such a lucky encounter, NCTzens might want to consider visiting the Han River more frequently.

Center of Seoul

(Jung-gu, Yongsan-gu, etc.)

4.1 - Vacances Coffee | 바캉스커피

Address: 서울 중구 남대문로9길 12
12 Namdaemunro9-gil, Jung-gu, Seoul
How to get there: Euljiro Station Exit 2
Hours: 12:00 - 21:00; Closed on Mondays

Source: Instagram @onyourm__ark

Source: SM Entertainment

Vacances Coffee is a very popular cafe among NCTZen because it's the location where NCT Dream filmed their "NCT cafe in a Dream" segment. Not only NCT Dream, but also Jaehyun and Johnny from NCT127 have visited this cafe as customers. The highlight that everyone must take a picture of is the cafe's interior, which is still decorated like when NCT Dream filmed their segment. For coffee-loving NCTZen, don't miss the chance to visit and take pictures at Vacances Coffee, following the footsteps of your beloved idols!

4.2 - N Seoul Tower | 남산서울타워

Address: 서울특별시 용산구 남산공원길 105 N서울타워
105 Namsangongwon-gil, Yongsan-gu, Seoul
How to get there: Monday - Thursday: 12:00 - 22:00 / Fri, Sunday, Public Holidays: 11:00 - 22:30 (Entry is permitted until 30 minutes before closing time)
Reserve your N Seoul Tower Observatory tickets here on Creatrip!

Source: Youtube NCT DAILY

N Seoul Tower is a staple attraction and almost every Korean has been there at least once in there lives. NCT has also been seen here, filming for their reality show. A popular activity you do at N Seoul Tower is purchasing a lock at the gift shop and writing a note, most commonly a love letter, and locking it along with the other love locks. Yuta and Winwin wrote on love locks together, as seen on their Youtube channel. Visit the tower and look for Yuta and Winwin's lock!

Source: Youtube NCT DAILY

Additionally, Namsan Tower also offers a hanbok rental service. For instance, Jonny and Mark had a fun and unique experience trying on hot and trendy hanboks. It was a hilarious sight to see, as Mark and Jonny grew up in foreign countries and it was like introducing foreigners to Korean culture.

But if NCTZen would like to have a similar experience to Mark and Jonny's, but doesn't know where to rent a hanbok, Creatrip offers a hanbok rental service in Seoul. You can check out the additional services offered here. By wearing a hanbok, you can look as beautiful and charming as Mark in the picture above.

Outside of Seoul

(Yongin, Busan)

5.1 - Everland

Address: 경기 용인시 처인구 포곡읍 에버랜드로 199
199 Everland-ro, Pogok-eup, Cheoin-gu, Yongin-si, Gyeonggi
Hours: Everyday 10:00 - 22:00
Purchase the Everland One-day Pass here on Creatrip!

Source: Youtube NCT DREAM

We recommend Everland theme park as the final location to follow in NCT's footsteps. NCT Dream filmed "Dream in Everland" here, and it was a great program that perfectly suited their cute and playful image. Visiting an amusement park is also a must-do activity, and Everland is an excellent choice. For NCTZen who wish to follow in the footsteps of NCT Dream at Everland, Creatrip offers a 1 Day Pass reservation service. If you're interested, you can find more information here.

Source: Youtube NCT DREAM

One of the unique experiences you can have when visiting a theme park in Korea is dressing up in a school uniform and striking a cool pose. For any NCTZen who would like to try this with NCT Dream, Creatrip offers a school uniform reservation service from Ehwa School Uniform, which is by Lotte World. They have a wide range of school uniform options available for both men and women, and even offer a Produce 101 set, which is something special. If you're interested, you can find more information about this service here.

Source: Youtube NCT DREAM

At Everland, there are many rides and attractions available for visitors to enjoy, such as the train, bumper cars, and Viking. Trying these rides while following in the footsteps of NCT Dream is sure to be an exciting experience for fans. In the NCT Dream show, they played games that made it even more fun. NCTZen who love excitement and enjoyment shouldn't miss out on this!

Source: Youtube NCT DREAM

Finally, group must walk with a full stomach as Everland offers a wide variety of food and snacks. You don't have to worry about food when you visit because Jaemin confirms that the food is delicious. What's really special is that when NCT Dream was promoting their song 'Candy', they recorded announcements and played them on various rides. If you're curious about what their voices sound like in these announcements, you can check out the NCT Course recommended clip for NCTzen on Creatrip's Youtube channel! (Don't forget to subscribe to our channel!)

6.1 Haein Cafe | 카페해인

Address: 부산 서구 암남로94번길 94
94 Annamro94bun-gul, Seo-gu, Busan
Hours: Everyday 11:00 - 23:00

This café has a unique feature where the entrance is designed to look like a tree trunk, which has become one of the scenes we adore and captured in our photos.

Source: Instagram @do0_nct

Busan is a city located between the sea and the mountains, making the location of this café on top of the mountain an ideal spot to enjoy the breathtaking sea view. Doyoung also shared a personal photo on Instagram taken at this spot. Any NCTzen who is a fan of Mark must take a picture from this angle!

6.2 - Yeongju Sky Eye Observatory | 영주 하늘눈 전망대

Address: 부산광역시 중구 영주동 91-7
91-7 Yeongju-dong, Jung-gu, Busan

The Yeongju Sky Eye Observatory is an easy-to-access viewpoint that offers a panoramic view of the entire city of Seogwipo. Additionally, it's open 24 hours a day, so whether you visit during the day or at night, the view is always stunning.

Source: Instagram @do0_nct

As a NCTzen, if you just follow this list for your Korea trip, you'll be 100% satisfied with your trip! Who knows, you might run into NCT when you're there!

BORAGO Episode 1

Watch Here

We hope that you can enjoy these places that NCT recommends or has been to! If you have any questions or concerns, please leave a comment below or send us an email at help@creatrip.com! You can follow us on Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook to stay updated on all things Korea!