Where To Visit In Busan | Places To Visit In Busan 2024

Comprising well-known beaches, temples, and fresh seafood, Busan is the second biggest city in South Korea. Busan is especially proud of its seaside city, which is vibrant and active and near to many natural wonders, thus fit for every kind of visitor. 

Gwangalli Beach

Gwangalli Beach is the biggest beach in Busan, and it is situated within Busan city limits. It is a white sandy beach that expands for several kilometers in the background of the beautiful lights from the Gwangan Bridge. It is possible to go to Gwangalli Beach early in the morning for a swim, and in the afternoon to watch people and buy some food from South Korean street vendors. During the summer season, the beach is not only the center of special activities such as concerts and shows. Busan Beach is also home to Busan Fireworks Festival which is one of the biggest fireworks festivals in Asia.

Gamcheon Culture Village

A hillside slum a decade ago, this place has gradually developed into what many tourists now know as the Gamcheon Culture Village packed with art, culture, and history. Stroll through the village’s narrow streets, go up the steps that never end, and find a village splashed with colors of the rainbow. Stop at local art studios where you can find paintings sculptures and galleries to get coffee at one of the cute cafes and enjoy the views of the ocean. To get to know the true Korean culture and art, Gamcheon is among the most preferable places to go in Busan.

Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

Haedong Yonggungsa is an exquisite temple representing the Buddhist culture and it is located at sea side. The golden Buddha statue located within the temple remains one of the most popular pictures of Busan with the blue ocean at the backdrop. Walk around the flower gardens of the temple grounds explore the architecture of traditional temples and get blessed watching the waves crashing against the rocks. Do not miss the Twelve Zodiac Animal Statues, it’s a must-see statue of the Chinese zodiac.

Songdo Beach Cable Car

Take a round trip on the Songdo Beach Cable Car for splendid bird’s eye views of Busan and its shoreline. The cable car is situated at Amnam Park Beach going up to a small island in the middle of the sea for a total of 1.7 km. Hey, guys, you can also see the Haedong Yonggungsa Temple of Yonggung Temple up there! The cable car ride is simply breathtaking and provides stunning views of Songdo Beach with its curved sandy shore stretching from the sea to the green mountains in the background.

Busan Tower

On top of a hill, Busan Tower is situated in Yongdusan Park and offers tourists a breathtaking view of all of Busan. If you want to see some of the most well-known sites in Busan, like Gwangan Bridge, Gamcheon Cultural Village, and Songdo Beach, among others, it is preferable to come here on a clear day. See all the views, savor the lovely Yolndusan Park by strolling over its verdant trails, or eat or shop among the many stores housed on the ground level of the tower.

Jagalchi Market

Located by the coast beside the Nampo Port in Busan, Jagalchi Market is among the largest fish markets in Korea. Open 24/7, they get to observe locals and visitors purchasing their fish, seafood, and other marine products from the market. One can order the fish to be packed and taken home for cooking or order them prepared from the restaurants nearby. Do not forget to try some fresh raw fish and hot spicy seafood stew directly at the fish market as a real zest to the Busan tour!

Taejongdae

Taejongdae is a natural park with cliffs which are located near the sea and the view of them is astonishing. Visit the park by walking through the two walking trails available on the site where visitors can be able to view the massive rocks formed from the East Sea. To get the best angles for photographing the area, go right to the edge of the lighthouse observation platform. Or better yet, sign up for a 30-minute ride on the Yeongdo Cruise to see the cliffs and islands surrounding Osan and Busan. Other things to do in Taejongdae Park are archery shooting, Danubi Train, and Watta Pigeon Photo Zone.

Beomeosa Temple

One of the most important Buddhist temples in Korea is located in the mountain of Geumjeongsan and is known as Beomeosa Temple. The structure offers spacious grounds with pretty landscaped courtyards, old pagodas, and huge gates to walk around. The building structures include the Iljumun Gate, a three-story stone building, and the Daeungjeon Main Hall which stands 16.5 meters high and is covered in gold. It is advisable to attempt the temple stay program since there are daily activities that are in harmony with Buddhism such as mediations, tea ceremonies, and temple food. Since there are trails dotted with mountains present at the back part of the temple, it would be the ideal place to commune with nature.

Spa Land Centum City

Spa Land Centum City – the largest jjimjilbang in South Korea The best way to end a day of sightseeing is to visit the largest jjimjilbang in South Korea – Spa Land Centum City. What else you can do here: Take luxurious baths and swimming pools, have rest, meet with friends in separate men's and women's recreational areas, and experience dry and wet saunas with different temperatures and conditions. Take body massage, skin treatment or simply get a foot reflexology appointment. Fun areas are ice rooms, waterfalls, Himalayan salt rooms, and much more. If you want to take a break at work, relax in one of the food courts, or help yourself to free self-serve snacks, you will never want to get up again!

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