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5 Days in Busan: A Journey of Delights

Alaric Chan Yu-Heng

Alaric Chan Yu-Heng

23 Nov 2023

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the vibrant city of Busan, South Korea. Discover ancient temples, indulge in mouthwatering local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich culture and history of this coastal gem. Join us as we explore the hidden gems and iconic landmarks that make Busan a must-visit destination.

Trip to Busan

Day 1Sea Creatures, Art, and Scenic Views
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$342

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$ 20

삼다복국해물탕
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$55
4 - 6 min

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SEALIFE Busan Aquarium
Family-friendly exhibits with a variety of sea creatures (most offer play areas & group packages).
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$94
9 - 11 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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$31
9 - 11 min

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수변최고돼지국밥
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$85
20 - 30 min

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Millak Waterside Park
Waterfront park & picnic destination with bridge views, plenty of seating & regular events.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
24 - 29 min

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Oryukdo Skywalk
Free-admission cantilever walkway with a glass floor offering views of the sea & Oryukdo island.
5:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$6
5 - 6 min

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진주횟집
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$70
Day 2Temples, Trains, and Vibrant Markets
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$262

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$ 20

기장국보미역
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$60
6 - 8 min

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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan
Enduring Buddhist temple constructed in the 14th-century & offering sweeping views of the sea.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
42 - 51 min

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Taejongdae Danubi Train
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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$19
14 - 17 min

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Hynyeoul Munhwa Maul
Arty, regenerated cultural village with narrow alleys, street murals & a waterside walking path.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
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Free
10 - 12 min

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카마타케제면소
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$85
2 - 3 min

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BIFF Square
Bustling area featuring first-run movie theaters, street food & handprints of famous Korean actors.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
4 - 5 min

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Gukje Market
Lively, sprawling marketplace with vendors selling street food, home goods & souvenirs.
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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돌고래순두부
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$85
Day 3Gastronomic Delights and Cultural Immersion
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$274

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$ 5

일미기사식당
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$45
3 - 4 min

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Bupyeong Kkangtong Market
Vibrant, covered market featuring produce, local foods, clothes & street-food vendors.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$3
7 - 10 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.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$31
4 - 6 min

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남포수제비
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$75
11 - 16 min

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Diamond Tower (Busan Tower)
Sweeping views are the highlight atop this 118-m. tower with an observation deck & cafe.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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$31
8 - 11 min

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Jagalchi Market
World famous market for fresh fish & seafood to take away or eat at the informal stalls.
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
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$3
8 - 10 min

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Songdo Cloud Trails
Winding walkway at Songdo Beach, with views of a lighthouse & a cable car line overhead.
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
21 - 32 min

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송도공원
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$85
Day 4Pizza, Villages, and Maritime History
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$260

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$ 20

Chef Pizza Pasta
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$55
1 - 2 min

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Gamcheon Culture Village, Busan
Picturesque attraction featuring a village of colorful houses, painted murals, shops & cafes.
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
9 - 11 min

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Yongdusan Park
Mountain park known for its 129m-high observation tower, statues & stone monuments.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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제주복국
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$80
8 - 10 min

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National Maritime Museum
Modern maritime museum with many relics & models, plus an aquarium tunnel & kids’ activities.
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$31
10 - 12 min

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목장원
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$75
Day 5Street Food, Water Parks, and Ancient Fortresses
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$340

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$ 20

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM
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$50
8 - 10 min

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Gimhae Lotte Water Park
Huge water park with a Polynesian theme & attractions such as a water play area, slides & wave pool.
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$125
32 - 39 min

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12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
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$85
4 - 6 min

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Bujeon Market
Bustling indoor/outdoor marketplace selling fruits, veggies, seafood, meat & cooking ingredients.
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
37 - 45 min

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Geumjeongsanseong Fortress
Expansive mountain fort, the largest in Korea, offers sweeping views, hiking trails & a cable car.
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Morroco Casablanca Restaurant
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
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$80

Budget breakdown: $1562 In total

Activities & Food:$1477
Transport:$85