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9 Days in Busan: A Journey of Adventure and Serenity

Meng Cassie

Meng Cassie

3 Jan 2024

Embark on a thrilling 9-day adventure in Busan, where ancient marvels meet breathtaking landscapes. Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture, explore stunning beaches, visit iconic temples, and indulge in mouthwatering street food. Get ready for an unforgettable journey filled with excitement and serenity.

Trip to Busan

Day 1Sun, Sand, and Marine Wonders
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$75

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$ 8

Songjeong Beach
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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SEALIFE Busan Aquarium
Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$75
28 - 34 min

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Oryukdo Islets
Small, uninhabited island made of rock, with passing ships & dramatic ocean views.
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 2Majestic Mountains and Artistic Delights
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$25

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$ 8

Jangsan
This 634-meter-high peak features a hiking trail to sweeping views, plus land mine warning signs.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
33 - 40 min

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Busan Museum of Art
Airy, sleek venue featuring an exhibition room for modern art, children's museum & sculpture garden.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$25
13 - 16 min

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Dalmaji-gil Road
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 3Temples, Bridges, and Coastal Bliss
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$15

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$ 20

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan
Enduring Buddhist temple constructed in the 14th-century & offering sweeping views of the sea.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$10
22 - 27 min

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Dongbaekseom
Small, foliage-covered island with a rocky coastline, scenic overlooks & a park with paved walkways.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Gwangan Bridge
Bi-level highway suspension bridge with impressive views, featuring a seasonal light display.
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Igidae Coastal Walk
Popular recreation site with hiking, rock cliffs, wooden steps & views of the city & mountains.
12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Oryukdo Skywalk
Free-admission cantilever walkway with a glass floor offering views of the sea & Oryukdo island.
2:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$5
25 - 30 min

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Busan Harbor Bridge
Landmark cable-stayed bridge with nighttime illuminations, offering views of ships in the harbor.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 4Market Treasures and Scenic Beauty
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$10

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$ 8

Gukje Market
Lively, sprawling marketplace with vendors selling street food, home goods & souvenirs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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Songdo Beach
A cable car & unique pedestrian overpass are the main draws at this manmade beach created in 1913.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Taejongdae Resort Park, Busan
Clifftop park area featuring an observatory with water views, plus a train ride, lighthouse & more.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$10
Day 5Cultural Immersion and Historical Gems
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$50

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$ 8

Hynyeoul Munhwa Maul
Arty, regenerated cultural village with narrow alleys, street murals & a waterside walking path.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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BIFF Square
Bustling area featuring first-run movie theaters, street food & handprints of famous Korean actors.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Diamond Tower (Busan Tower)
Sweeping views are the highlight atop this 118-m. tower with an observation deck & cafe.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$25
6 - 9 min

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Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum
Small museum exhibiting the history of Busan in a building built when Korea was under Japanese rule.
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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$25
7 - 9 min

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Choryang Ibagu-gil
Tangle of hilltop alleys accessible via stairs or monorail, with history displays & a viewpoint.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 6Colorful Streets and Cultural Heritage
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$18

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$ 8

Gamcheon Culture Village, Busan
Picturesque attraction featuring a village of colorful houses, painted murals, shops & cafes.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$15
7 - 9 min

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Jagalchi Market
World famous market for fresh fish & seafood to take away or eat at the informal stalls.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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$3
21 - 26 min

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UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea
United Nations cemetery for fallen Korean War soldiers with many national flags & a wall of names.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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Free
Day 7Beach Vibes and Spiritual Serenity
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$0

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$ 8

Gwangalli Beach
Popular, curved golden-sand beach lined with tiki umbrellas providing views of the Gwangan Bridge.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Samgwangsa Temple
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
17 - 21 min

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Geumgang Park
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free
Day 8Hiking Adventures and Ancient Fortresses
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$0

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$ 4

Geumjeongsan
Popular mountain & tourist peak in Busan known for its hiking trails & panoramic views.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
21 - 26 min

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Dongnaeeupseong Fortress Site
Centuries-old hilltop complex with shrine, ancient tombs & a museum of relics, popular for picnics.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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Free
Day 9Thrills and Relaxation at the Water Park
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$100

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$ 4

Gimhae Lotte Water Park
Huge water park with a Polynesian theme & attractions such as a water play area, slides & wave pool.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$100
37 - 45 min

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Seokbulsa
Mountainside Buddhist temple & hiking destination known for its relief carvings on the cliff walls.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $369 In total

Activities & Food:$293
Transport:$76