TWICE Seoul Pilgrimage: Must-Visit Spots for ONCE

JYP Entertainment's headquarters is at 205 Gangdong-daero, Gangdong-gu. From Olympic Park Station (Lines 5/9) Exit 1, you can take a bus or walk about 15 minutes. It's the same building as Stray Kids and ITZY. No public access inside. TWICE was formed through Sixteen, JYP's survival show that aired in 2015 on Mnet. Nine members were selected from sixteen trainees—the name TWICE itself came from a moment on the show. Their debut showcase was held on October 20, 2015 at YES24 Live Hall (formerly AX Korea), at 82 Eoulmadarng-ro, Mapo-gu, near Hongdae Station Exit 1. It's still an active mid-size concert venue with a standing capacity around 2,000. The venue hasn't changed much since 2015, so standing in the same room where TWICE first performed 'Like Ooh-Ahh' live carries its own weight. The JYP building sits near Olympic Park, which is worth exploring even without the K-pop connection. The park has outdoor sculptures, walking trails around Mongchontoseong Fortress, and seasonal flower displays. From the JYP building, it's a 15-minute walk to KSPO Dome, where TWICE has held multiple concerts—you can naturally combine both into one trip. GELATERIA PEONY near the JYP building is the café where fans hold cup sleeve events for TWICE members' birthdays. JYP artists are known to stop by for ice cream from time to time.

Yongma Land, where the 'Like Ooh-Ahh' music video was filmed, is an abandoned amusement park at 110 Yongmasan-ro, Jungnang-gu. It opened in 1983 and closed in 2011, but its '80s retro vibe made it a popular backdrop for K-pop MVs, indie films, and photo shoots. The carousel lit up at night is one of the most iconic scenes from the TWICE MV. Fifteen-minute walk from Yongmasan Station Exit 2 on Line 7. Yongma Land charges an entry fee of around 10,000–20,000 won (varies by time of day—evening visits with lit-up rides cost more). The rides don't operate, but some are powered up for lighting effects at dusk. It's popular as a photography spot even outside the K-pop fandom—on weekends, expect other visitors and sometimes cosplay shoots. Check their Instagram (@yongmaland) for current hours and pricing. The 'TT' music video was partially filmed at Everland Resort in Yongin—the Halloween-themed set pieces gave the MV its horror-cute atmosphere. Everland is about 1 hour from Seoul by bus from Gangnam Station. The 'What is Love?' MV features movie parody scenes, but most were shot on indoor sets. 'Dance The Night Away' was filmed in Okinawa, 'FANCY' was a set shoot, and the outdoor scenes in 'MORE & MORE' were filmed in Jeju. Among Korean filming locations, Yongma Land is by far the most accessible and the one ONCEs visit most.

Superzip, which Nayeon raves about, is a tteokbokki restaurant in Gangnam. The triple cheese tteokbokki is the signature—cheddar, mozzarella, and sliced cheese topped with parmesan powder. Garlic tteokbokki is another popular pick. They also serve fried dumplings and chicken on the side. Open late (usually until 22:00–23:00), and they serve alcohol—makgeolli pairs well with tteokbokki. Seogangsoe Tteokbokki is another Nayeon favorite. They use 100% rice cakes cut fresh to order—you can watch them being sliced. It's a no-frills style that wins on the rice cake texture itself rather than flashy toppings. Expect to wait during peak hours; it's a small space. Hangari Bossam, recommended by Jihyo, is a traditional bossam restaurant serving boiled pork belly with kimchi, garlic, and ssam (lettuce wraps). She said it pairs well with makgeolli. Bossam is one of the quintessential Korean drinking foods, and this place does it properly with tender, well-seasoned meat. Pairing Room, where Chaeyoung went with Yeri from Red Velvet, is a Korean-Italian fusion restaurant. Standout dishes include shrimp scampi aglio e olio, gochujang doenjang pasta, and salted caramel fondant with scorched rice ice cream. Reservations required—it's a small space that fills up quickly. Dahyun has mentioned enjoying sundae (Korean blood sausage) from Gwangjang Market stalls. If you're making a day of it, Gwangjang Market at 88 Changgyeonggung-ro, Jongno-gu (Line 1 Jongno 5-ga Station Exit 8) is a fantastic food stop with bindaetteok (mung bean pancakes), knife-cut noodles, and mayak gimbap alongside the sundae.

TWICE's Seoul concerts are primarily held at KSPO Dome (inside Olympic Park, 11,000 seats). 'TWICELAND Zone 2: Fantasy Park' (2018) and the 'READY TO BE' tour (2023) both took place here. Olympic Park Station Exit 3. In 2024, TWICE held their '5TH WORLD TOUR READY TO BE SPECIAL' Seoul shows at Jamsil Olympic Stadium (25 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu), stepping up to stadium-scale. Jamsil Olympic Stadium seats around 70,000—getting there on concert nights means navigating crowds around Sports Complex Station (Line 2). Arrive at least 2 hours early for merch lines and photo ops with other fans. The area around Olympic Park and KSPO Dome has food trucks and temporary fan-run booths on concert days. ONCEs set up free distribution events with custom photocards, candy bags, and slogan banners. It's one of the best parts of attending a K-pop concert in Korea—fan generosity is genuinely impressive. Colorpool Museum is a pink-themed photo zone exhibition space. Its playful vibe matches TWICE's image perfectly, making it a popular spot for ONCEs to take photos. For a TWICE pilgrimage route, start at Olympic Park Station (JYP building + KSPO Dome), head to the Gangnam restaurant spots, and if time permits, make your way to Yongma Land. The JYP building and Olympic Park are about a 15-minute walk apart, so you can easily combine them. Yongma Land is about 40 minutes from Gangdong-gu by subway (Line 5 to Line 7 transfer at Gunja Station, then to Yongmasan Station).

TWICE members are active both as a group and individually. Nayeon in particular has achieved the highest solo numbers among JYP's female solo artists. Nayeon's solo album 'IM NAYEON' (2022) was the first album by a K-pop female solo artist to chart on the Billboard 200. The title track 'POP!' was a massive hit with its bright, upbeat energy. In 2024, she released her second solo album 'NA' and held a solo concert at KSPO Dome. Jihyo kicked off her solo career in earnest with her first mini album 'ZONE' in 2024. The performance for the title track 'Killin' Me Good' was a major talking point. Momo, as JYP's dance ace, has been involved in various collaboration stages, while Sana stays busy with Japanese variety shows and magazine shoots. Seoul hotspots the members frequent in their personal time get shared around fan communities too. Nayeon is known to love bakeries as much as tteokbokki, Dahyun enjoys street food at Gwangjang Market and other traditional markets, and Chaeyoung is a regular restaurant explorer. Fans sometimes share a 'TWICE food map' on social media—try searching 'TWICE food map' or 'TWICE restaurants' on Twitter/X. For TWICE merchandise, you can buy from the JYP Shop online, or pick things up at on-site booths near Olympic Park during concert season. Merch for other JYP groups (Stray Kids, ITZY) is often sold alongside TWICE goods, so if you're a JYP fan in general, you can stock up on multiple groups at once.

The two anchors of a TWICE pilgrimage are Hongdae (debut showcase) and Olympic Park (JYP headquarters and concert venue). Here's how to make the most of both areas. Hongdae is one of Seoul's most energetic neighborhoods. YES24 Live Hall (formerly AX Korea, 82 Eoulmadarng-ro, Mapo-gu), where TWICE held their debut showcase, is near Hongdae Station Exit 1 and still hosts mid-size K-pop concerts regularly. Even on days without a show, you can photograph the building exterior. The Hongdae area is packed with shopping, food, and street performances—you could easily spend half a day here. Clothing stores along Eoulmadarng-ro and Yanghwa-ro sell affordable Korean local fashion, and there's no shortage of street food (tteokbokki, Korean corn dogs, tornado potatoes). On weekend afternoons, you might catch cover dance crews and buskers near the Hongdae Playground—there's a decent chance you'll see a team performing TWICE songs. Olympic Park (424 Olympic-ro, Songpa-gu; Olympic Park Station Exit 3) is a 15-minute walk from the JYP building. Built as a legacy of the 1988 Seoul Olympics, it spans 430,000 pyeong with around 200 outdoor sculptures, the Mongchontoseong Fortress trail, and seasonal flower fields. Cherry blossoms in spring, cosmos and fall foliage in autumn. There's a picnic zone on the path to KSPO Dome, and plenty of fans hang out there before concerts. On concert days, food trucks and fan event booths set up on the 88 Lawn inside Olympic Park. ONCEs hand out custom photocards, stickers, and cheering slogans for free—these fan-run distribution events usually start 2–3 hours before the show, so arriving early means more chances to experience them. Recommended route: morning in Hongdae (YES24 Live Hall, shopping, street food) → take Line 2 to Olympic Park (about 30 minutes) → JYP building → walk through Olympic Park → KSPO Dome (if there's a concert). Yongma Land is best saved for a separate half-day trip (transfer from Line 5 to Line 7 at Gunja Station, then to Yongmasan Station—about 40 minutes).