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What to do in Busan
9 vlogs from 9 channels mention 75 places in Busan; 10 of them appear in at least half of the vlogs. Places are ranked by how often the vlogs mention them. Press the play button on any place to watch that exact moment.
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Haeundae Beach
Busan's star attraction and South Korea's biggest, best-loved beach, a long sweep of sand that draws big crowds.
6:06ยท Angelica & Aileen Wandersin 9 vlogsGamcheon Culture Village
Hillside former refugee settlement whose lanes and walls are covered in artworks, now a top attraction.
18:26ยท Jumping Placesin 9 vlogsHaedong Yonggungsa Temple
One of the few Buddhist temples in Korea built right by the ocean, set on seaside rocks, where visitors come to make a wish.
8:29ยท Jumping Placesin 8 vlogsGwangalli Beach
A half-moon beach with gentle waters and views of the illuminated Gwangan (Diamond) Bridge, known for its drone shows on Saturday evenings.
Busan Air Cruise
Songdo marine cable car gliding about 86 m above the water with sweeping views over Songdo Beach; the Crystal cabin has a glass floor.
14:40ยท Jumping Placesin 7 vlogsJagalchi Fish Market
Busan's famous waterfront seafood market, where fish and shellfish bought on the ground floor are cooked and served at restaurants upstairs.
Songdo Beach
Busan beach with an elevated walkway over the water whose curves depict a dragon taking flight.
12:20ยท Jumping Placesin 6 vlogsHaeundae Blue Line Park Sky Capsule
Small elevated rail cars for up to four people running along the seaside from Mipo station, with great coastal views; they sell out, so book ahead.
3:11ยท Jumping Placesin 6 vlogsGwangan Bridge
Busan's iconic suspension bridge spanning the bay off Gwangalli Beach, and one of the city's main landmarks.
5:29ยท Island Hopper TVin 6 vlogsBusan Tower
One of Busan's original observatories, also called Diamond Tower, with spectacular views over the bay and fish market plus light exhibits downstairs.
14:26ยท Island Hopper TVin 6 vlogsBIFF Square
Walking and food street named for the Busan International Film Festival, known for street food fresh off the grill such as ssiat hotteok seed pancakes.
SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium
Family-friendly aquarium at Haeundae Beach with a wide variety of marine animals.
15:48ยท Angelica & Aileen Wandersin 4 vlogsBUSAN X the SKY
Observatory in Busan's tallest building, with three levels on floors 98 to 100, an outdoor observation area, cafes, a restaurant and sweeping views over Haeundae.
1:06ยท Island Hopper TVin 4 vlogsHaeundae Traditional Market
Market near Haeundae Beach with rows of vendors selling fresh seafood, produce and street food.
Seomyeon
One of Busan's nightlife hubs and a convenient, affordable base, where weekend street tents sell food to pair with drinks late into the night.
24:26ยท Travel For Phoebein 4 vlogsSongdo Cloud Trail
A seaside walkway beside Songdo Beach leading to Geobukseom (Turtle Island), with peaceful views into the evening.
Huinnyeoul Culture Village
A clifftop village of alleyways, street art and cafes overlooking the sea, said to resemble old downtown Busan.
6:42ยท Travel For Phoebein 4 vlogsDongbaek Park
Coastal park at the end of Haeundae Beach with walking paths that lead to APEC House.
Yongdusan Park
Hilltop park above the port with city views and a statue of 16th-century naval hero Admiral Yi Sun-sin.
Cheongsapo
Fishing village on Busan's east coast where visitors can join fishing charters.
5:59ยท World Wild Heartsin 3 vlogsTaejongdae Park
Clifftop coastal park where, legend says, gods relaxed and a Silla king shot arrows at the clouds.
Spa Land Centum City
Large jjimjilbang-style spa inside a big Centum City mall, with hot and cold tubs, saunas, relaxation chairs and cafes.
7:18ยท Island Hopper TVin 3 vlogsNampo-dong
Busan's downtown core until the early 1990s, now busy shopping streets of K-beauty, fashion, snacks and souvenirs.
Geumgang Park
Forested park leading to Geumjeongsan, Busan's highest peak, with hiking trails and Geumjeong Fortress walls.
5:30ยท Expediain 2 vlogsDalmaji Hill
Scenic lookout beyond Haeundae Beach, once loved by wandering poets and now popular for its coffee spots.
APEC House (Nurimaru)
Venue of the 2005 APEC summit, set amid some of Busan's most celebrated coastal views.
2:19ยท Expediain 2 vlogsOryukdo Skywalk
Glass-floored skywalk at the tip of the Yongho-dong peninsula overlooking the Oryukdo Islands.
Beomeosa Temple
Mountain temple whose warrior monks fought off invaders in the 16th century and again in the 20th.
Shanghai Street
Busan's Chinatown, right next to Texas Street, with Chinese restaurants and herbal medicine shops.
Gukje Market
Large, well-located market for cheap souvenirs, handbags, backpacks, suitcases and clothing.
13:16ยท Island Hopper TVin 2 vlogsGwangbok-ro Fashion Street
Shopping street just down the road from Busan Tower, lined with brand-name stores such as Nike and Fila.
1:13ยท World Wild Heartsin 2 vlogsLotte Department Store Gwangbok
Large department store with a free rooftop observation deck over Busan Port and a record-setting indoor water fountain.
Lotte World Adventure Busan
A theme park opened in 2022 with 17 rides and attractions, suited to families with kids.
Yeongdo Lighthouse
A lighthouse on the Taejongdae cliffs offering a different view of the coast; visitors can climb its stairs.
Amnam Park
A lush, green coastal park at the end of the Busan Air Cruise, with a suspension bridge and forest trails.
19:57ยท Travel For Phoebein 2 vlogsGyeongju
The ancient Silla capital 1.5 hours north of Busan, an open-air museum with Bulguksa Temple, royal tombs and Donggung Palace.
8:08ยท World Wild Heartsin 2 vlogsHaeundae Blue Line Park Beach Train
A colourful, whimsical train that runs along the Haeundae coast, with views of the sandy shores and turquoise water.
8:14ยท The Seoul Scenein 2 vlogs
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Dadaepo Beach
Wide beach at the mouth of the Nakdong River, Korea's longest, with endless sands and sea mists.
4:33ยท Expedia1 vlogCheonmasan Observatory
Observation platform on Mount Cheonma with sweeping views over Busan.
5:10ยท Expedia1 vlogChungnyeolsa Shrine
Shrine honouring Busan patriots who died when the city was besieged by Japanese troops in 1592.
6:08ยท Expedia1 vlogUN Memorial Cemetery in Korea
Cemetery holding graves of UN troops who defended the Busan Perimeter against North Korean forces in 1950.
6:22ยท Expedia1 vlogUN Peace Memorial Hall
Memorial hall remembering combatants and civilians of the Korean War and stories from conflicts worldwide.
6:52ยท Expedia1 vlogTexas Street
Nightlife street near Busan Station known for its many Russian-themed restaurants and bars.
8:57ยท Island Hopper TV1 vlogBosu-dong Book Street
A block of bookshops lined up side by side, popular with literature lovers.
13:50ยท Island Hopper TV1 vlogBusan Station Underground Shopping Center
Underground shopping arcade by Busan Station with affordable clothing, luggage and bags.
Sinchang Toast
Small, easy-to-miss toast sandwich shop tucked in the alleys of Gukje Market.
Seomyeon Market
Traditional market in Seomyeon known for snacks and sweets.
Geumgang Park Cable Car
Retro cable car built in 1967 that carries riders up Geumjeongsan for mountain views and fresh air.
Seodong Miro Market
Maze-like traditional market with rows of vendors selling clothing, produce, live seafood and cooked food.
Busan Citizens Park
Central city park with gardens, fountains, sculptures and streams, and one of the best spots for fall foliage.
Cafe Magnate
High-ceilinged cafe in a former factory, serving elaborate desserts and drinks.
Club D Oasis
A water park and spa complex beside Haeundae Beach.
The Bay 101
A yacht club west of Haeundae Beach with restaurants and cafes offering patio seating and harbour views.
Cheongsapo Daritdol Skywalk
A sea-view skywalk at Cheongsapo, one of the stops along the Blue Line Park route.
Songjeong Beach
Busan's local surfing beach with white sand and plenty of cafes and restaurants, much quieter than Haeundae.
Haeparang Trail
A 750 km trekking trail up Korea's east coast that passes Haedong Yonggungsa and Igidae Park in Busan.
Shinsegae Centum City
A department store billed as the world's biggest, with luxury brands, an ice rink, a golf range and cinemas.
Lotte Premium Outlets Dongbusan
A large outlet mall next to Lotte World Adventure with relatively cheap shopping across many brands.
Igidae Park
A forested coastal park on the Haeparang Trail with beautiful ocean views.
Taejongdae Observatory
A clifftop lookout on the Taejongdae loop with an attached cafe and dizzying views down to the sea.
Taejongsa Temple
A quiet temple within Taejongdae Park, a peaceful stop on the loop.
Bupyeong Kkangtong Market
A traditional market near BIFF Square dating from the 1940s, known for street food.
18beon Wandang
A cozy wonton-soup restaurant near BIFF Square, open since 1948 with reasonable prices.
Jangsan
A 634 m mountain with sweeping views over the whole city, broader than any of Busan's observatories.
Haeundae Green Railway
A flat, easy 4.7 km coastal walking path along a former rail line, with continuous sea views.
6:47ยท World Wild Hearts1 vlogBongnaesan
A mountain on Yeongdo island whose summit gives a 360-degree panorama of the city and surrounding islands.
9:38ยท World Wild Hearts1 vlogGamcheon Bakery
A bakery in Gamcheon Culture Village known for its moon-shaped cakes, which come in several flavours.
8:59ยท Travel For Phoebe1 vlogGyeonghwa Station
A famous cherry blossom spot about an hour from Busan, where blossoming trees line the railway at the station.
Yeojwacheon Stream
A stream through Jinhae lined on both sides with heavy cherry blossoms, crossed by the famous Romance (love) Bridge.
Jeonpo Cafe Street
A street near Seomyeon known for its concentration of cafes and eateries.
Diamond Bay Yacht Cruise
A sunset yacht cruise along the Busan coastline, offering a different perspective of the city at golden hour.
Skyline Luge Busan
A luge track attraction for an adrenaline fix.
Gaon Milmyeon Haeundae
A restaurant serving milmyeon, Busan's signature icy, tangy cold wheat noodles that date back to the Korean War.
Lisboa Cafe
A cozy seaside cafe inside Huinnyeoul Culture Village.