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3 Days in Busan: Discover the Hidden Gems

Tomoko Nagahama

Tomoko Nagahama

17 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant streets of Busan. Immerse yourself in the bustling Gukje Market, experience the glitz and glamour of BIFF Square, and get lost in the colorful maze of Gamcheon Culture Village. Uncover the wonders of SEALIFE Busan Aquarium, marvel at the breathtaking views from Taejongdae Resort Park, and indulge in the freshest seafood at Jagalchi Market. Scale the heights of Diamond Tower for panoramic city vistas. Explore the serene beauty of Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, admire the masterpieces at Busan Museum of Art, and hike through the ancient Geumjeongsanseong Fortress. Get ready for an unforgettable journey!

Trip to Busan

Day 1Exploring the Heart of Busan
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$15

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$ 4

Gukje Market
Lively, sprawling marketplace with vendors selling street food, home goods & souvenirs.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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BIFF Square
Bustling area featuring first-run movie theaters, street food & handprints of famous Korean actors.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Gamcheon Culture Village, Busan
Picturesque attraction featuring a village of colorful houses, painted murals, shops & cafes.
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
Day 2Underwater Wonders and Majestic Views
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$113

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$ 8

SEALIFE Busan Aquarium
Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$75
32 - 39 min

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Taejongdae Resort Park, Busan
Clifftop park area featuring an observatory with water views, plus a train ride, lighthouse & more.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$10
22 - 27 min

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Jagalchi Market
World famous market for fresh fish & seafood to take away or eat at the informal stalls.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$3
13 - 20 min

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Diamond Tower (Busan Tower)
Sweeping views are the highlight atop this 118-m. tower with an observation deck & cafe.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25
Day 3Temples, Art, and Ancient Fortresses
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$35

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$ 8

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
24 - 29 min

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Busan Museum of Art
Airy, sleek venue featuring an exhibition room for modern art, children's museum & sculpture garden.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$25
32 - 39 min

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Geumjeongsanseong Fortress
Expansive mountain fort, the largest in Korea, offers sweeping views, hiking trails & a cable car.
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $183 In total

Activities & Food:$163
Transport:$20