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5-Day Adventure in Busan: Exploring the Hidden Gems of South Korea

Faeez Hilmy

Faeez Hilmy

27 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 5-day journey to Busan, South Korea's vibrant coastal city. Discover the charm of Bosu Book Street and the breathtaking views from Diamond Tower on Day 1. Immerse yourself in the colorful Gamcheon Culture Village on Day 2. Experience the beauty of Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory, Millak Waterside Park, and Oryukdo Skywalk on Day 3. Explore the tranquil Ahopsan Forest and indulge in the local flavors at Gijang Market on Day 4. Conclude your adventure with a visit to the art-filled F1963 and the majestic Haedong Yonggungsa Temple on Day 5.

Trip to Busan

Day 1
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$19

Bosu Book Street
Alleyway of open-front stores with a few cozy cafes, selling new & used books, plus comic books.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
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.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$19
Day 2
+

$12

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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$11
Day 3
+

$4

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$ 6

Cheongsapo Daritdol Observatory
72.5-m-long ocean observation pier in the shape of a blue dragon, with village & lighthouse views.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
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Free
20 - 24 min

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Millak Waterside Park
Waterfront park & picnic destination with bridge views, plenty of seating & regular events.
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Oryukdo Skywalk
Free-admission cantilever walkway with a glass floor offering views of the sea & Oryukdo island.
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$4
Day 4
+

$0

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$ 3

Ahopsan Forest
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Gijang Market
Outdoor market famed for selling local specialty snow crabs, plus seasonal lobsters & oysters.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$8

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$ 3

F1963
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
22 - 27 min

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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Busan
Enduring Buddhist temple constructed in the 14th-century & offering sweeping views of the sea.
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$8

Budget breakdown: $54 In total

Activities & Food:$42
Transport:$12