What To Expect

Day 1: Busan East ( Flexible itinerary )
• Haedong Yonggungsa

  As one of the only ocean-side Buddhist temples in all of South Korea, Haedong Yonggungsa is also one of the country’s most unique places of worship. With more than 600 years of history, the temple is known for its unusual location and mystical occurrence

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Gijang in Busan is a seaweed and anchovy-populated region that is famous nationwide. Records show that seaweed and anchovy cultivation in Gijang stretches back to the Joseon period, and they have been considered the best-known seafood from Gijang for centuries. Daebyeon Port is a natural fishing village which is rare in the south of the East Sea and is well-known for raw anchovy and raw cutlass fish. It is centered around Daebyeon and Muyang Villages and local restaurants. There is always fresh raw anchovy and anchovy stew, which can be enjoyed only at Daebyeon Port. Anchovy fishing boats line the entrance of the village. Every year in April, an anchovy festival is held to enable experiencing of anchovy netting, free tastings, and more.

  Duration: 40 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Gijang Market

  Gijang King Crab Market is an outdoor market selling various products including fishery, live King Crab, and agricultural products. It features seasonal fishery products. Seaweed and anchovy are available in spring, while cutlassfish is famous in autumn. The cutlass fish sold during the two months before and after Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) are known across the country for their extraordinary taste. Reasonable prices attract customers to this market because prices here are even lower than that of Korea’s largest seafood market, Jagalchi Market.

  Duration: 40 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Haeundae Dalmaji-gil Road

  Called Busan’s Montmartre, Dalmaji-gil Road is famous for its views of the blue ocean, white sandy beach, Camellia forest, and pine tree forest, creating one of Busan’s eight scenic sites. Imagine a trail by a railway track where the blue seas and open skies greet you. Romantic, isn’t it? Treat yourself to a retro view of the Busan Green Railway walking trail, and catch the beach train whipping past with a merry whistle. This is the best place for a therapeutic walk in Busan. Trail Route: Mipo Port – Haeundae Beach Train Mipo Station – Dalmaji Tunnel – Cheongsapo Port – Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory – Gudeokpo Port – Songjeong

  Duration: 1 hour

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Songjeong Beach

  Songjeong Beach stretches for 1.2 kilometers with a x_width of 57 meters. The white sandy beach is ideal for families with young children because of its shallow waters. The beach offers clean water, and a more peaceful atmosphere than the popular Haeundae and Gwangalli Beaches in downtown Busan. It is also very popular as a photography venue for pre-wedding photoshoots. The area around the beach offers many hoe (sliced raw fish) restaurants.

  Duration: 20 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Haeundae Beach

  Haeundae Beach is an urban beach in Busan, South Korea. Often dubbed one of the country's most famous and popular beaches, it is located in the eponymous Haeundae District

  Duration: 30 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Dongbaekseom

  Dongbaekseom Island is an island located in Busan, near the famous Haeundae Beach. The island honors Scholar Choi Chi-won. You can visit this island through a long walking path. You will pass by different points of attraction such as the mermaid statue (it represents the legendary heart breaking love story of the princess of Topaz from the Naranda country beyond the Sea. In this country lived a mermaid who was married to the King of Mungungnara. She shed many tears longing for her homeland and reflected on the topaz bead given by her grandmother-in-law), the Nurimaru APEC House, the Carved stone.

  Duration: 30 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Shinsegae Dept. Store Centum City

  Shinsegae Department store is defined as the largest shopping complex in the world and is a landmark of Busan. Visitors can also enjoy numerous entertainment options in the complex such as a spa, an ice rink, golf, a cinema theater and restaurants.

  Duration: 40 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• The center as the exclusive venue of BIFF which is the greatest film festival in Asia but also has become one of the world famous film festivals, opened on September 29, 2011 thanks to the aspiration of film professionals longing for constructing an official theater for BIFF and the strong will of Busan metropolitan city aiming at being a representative Asian movie • visual city.

  Duration: 20 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Located to the west of Haeundae Beach, Gwangalli Beach is 1.4 kilometers long and 25~110 meters wide, and is famous for its fine sand. The area underwent a water purification process, which led the ecosystem to flourish in the nearby river waters. In addition to the beachfront, the Gwangalli area is filled with delicious restaurants and romantic cafes, as well as stores selling famous fashion brands. The area has plenty to offer, but many people come in the evening to take in the bright lights of Gwangandaegyo Bridge, stretching across the horizon.

  Duration: 40 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• The sunset at Hwangnyeongsan Observatory is well worth the wait. As the surroundings get dark, the sky turns red and the city begins to turn golden. Time to meet Busan, a lovely city full of romance. Sitting in a rocking chair and looking at the dazzling dusk, that moment is healing. When the magic hour disappears, the city lights up all at once. It is a moment that makes your eyes happy with the colorful lights that each boasts. The colorful lights in harmony with the black night sea make Busan's night even more beautiful.

  Duration: 30 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

Day 2: Busan South ( Flexible itinerary )
• Gwangandaegyo Bridge

  The Gwangandaegyo or Diamond Bridge is a suspension bridge located in Busan, South Korea. It connects Haeundae-gu to Suyeong-gu. The road surface is about 6,500 meters long, with the bridge as a whole spanning 7,420 meters. It is the second longest bridge in the country after the Incheon Bridge. ( nature view seaside with marine city town )

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Igidae Park

  The Igidae Coastal Walk features 4.7 kilometers stretching from Igidae Dongsaengmal to Oryukdo Sunrise Park. The course takes roughly one hour to complete at a leisurely pace. Just relax and walk along the beautiful landscape with a bottle of cool water and enjoy the forest on one side, the sea on the other. It is a great place where trekkers of various skill levels can find a path that best meets their abilities. Take a well-deserved break at the jagalma-dang (pebble beach) or at the observation area along the way. As a welcome bonus, the Igidae Coastal Walk is a wonderful alternative destination to view the annual fireworks that light up the night sky every late October over beautiful Gwangalli Beach and the surrounding environment.

  Duration: 20 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• UN Memorial Cemetery

  The UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea honors UN soldiers from 16 countries and UN aids from five countries that were killed in battle during the Korean War from 1950-1953. It is the only memorial cemetery in the world dedicated to UN soldiers. While the cemetery originally held up to 11,000 graves, most of the fallen soldiers were repatriated at the request of their families, with only 2,300 graves remaining. The serene park spreads across a grassy plain area of 135,000 square meters. Some notable sites and memorials include: Memorial Service Hall, Memorabilia Hall, two Turkish Monuments, Greek Monument, Australian Monument, British Commonwealth Monument and two ponds.

  Duration: 40 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Oryukdo Skywalk

  Oryukdo Skywalk is located at what was called Seungdumal, meaning a saddle, due to the shape of the point. It was also called Jallokgae by residents and female divers in the area. Iron columns were set up over a 35-meter-high coastal cliff, and a 15-meter glass bridge comprised of 24 glass plates and shaped like a horse’s hoof connect the iron columns. The glass flooring was made by four layers of 12-millimeter glass panels coated with a bulletproof film for a total thickness of 55.49 millimeters, making the structure quite safe. Visitors will be thrilled with the view of the waves while looking down through the transparent floor. The sea stretches out ahead of the skywalk, perfect for a photo op.

  Duration: 30 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Taejongdae Resort Park

  Taejongdae Cliffed Coast was formed by many layers of rock being forced together beneath a lake during the Cretaceous period, and then worn away over time by the sea. The coast features many geological formations, including sea caves and uniquely shaped rocks. Visitors can enjoy walking on the forested paths, or take the train course to easily access Taejongdae Observatory and Yeongdo Coastal Culture Space.

  Duration: 40 minutes

  Admission Included: NO

• Songdo Beach

  Opened in 1913, Songdo Beach is the first beach in Korea. After its golden period in the 1960s and 1970s, the beach became deserted. Those who wished to bring it back to its former beauty joined forces to repair the abandoned beach, making it even more breathtaking than it was in its heyday. With its spotless sandy beach, clear water, cloud trails, and an overwater cable car, Songdo Beach is once again a popular tourist destination receiving over five million visitors per year. Drink in spectacular coastal views of Songdo Beach from a scenic marine cable car ride. See the vast waters, cliffs, and rock formations. Opt for the transparent crystal cabin to see Yannan Park, Nampodong City, and Nangang Bridge.

  Duration: 30 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Busan Gamcheon Culture Village

  Gamcheon Culture Villiage is formed by houses built in staircase-fashion on the foothills of a coastal mountain, earning this village the nickname "Machu Picchu of Busan." Many alleys that cut through this community are vibrantly decorated with murals and sculptures created by the residents.

  Duration: 40 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Nampodong, which is the old downtown area of Busan, literally has it all! It has all the different kinds of brand shops as well as affordable local stores. Between the streets, there are street food alleys

  Duration: 30 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Gukje Market

  Originally formed by Korean War refugees, this downtown market has grown into Busan's largest. Here you can find the best wholesale prices for clothing, silk, linen, curtains, bags, glasses, and many imported items. Similar to Namdaemun Market in Seoul, the stores are small and the vendor-filled alleys are narrow. Kukje Market spills out into the streets and continues into Kwangbok-dong & Namp'o-dong. Along its southern boundary is the Jagalchi Fish Market

  Duration: 20 minutes

  Admission Included: NOT_APPLICABLE

• Busan Tower

  Busan Tower is a symbol of Busan that stands proudly at 69 meters above sea level at a height of 120 meters. The top of the tower is modeled after the baldaquin of Dabotap Pagoda in Bulguksa Temple, Gyeongju. Loved by Busan citizens and tourists alike, the tower offers a stunning night view and plenty to see, such as the Statue of the Great Admiral Yi Sun-sin, the Bell of the Citizens, a flower clock and a bust of the Busan-based independent activist, Baeksan An Hee-je.

  Duration: 30 minutes

  Admission Included: NO