Best Things To Do in Busan South Korea 4K

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1. 0:30

   Haeundae Beach

   🏢 Landmark · Haeundae-gu

   In January a polar bear swim is held here in near-freezing water.

2. 1:06

   BUSAN X the SKY

   🏢 Landmark · Haeundae-gu

   Tickets are around US$13. Plan on one to two hours, depending on whether you eat there.

3. 2:22

   Haeundae Blue Line Park Sky Capsule

   🚡 Activity · Haeundae-gu

   A one-way ticket for a two-seat capsule costs 35,000 won (about US$26). The capsules are recommended over the train.

4. 3:00

   SEA LIFE Busan Aquarium

   🚡 Activity · Haeundae-gu

   On-site tickets are about 30,000 won. Online prices may be cheaper, with discounts for children, military and students.

5. 5:29

   Gwangan Bridge

   🏢 Landmark · Suyeong-gu

   Crossing the bridge by taxi or ride-share is recommended to experience it.

6. 6:08

   Gwangalli Beach

   🏢 Landmark · Suyeong-gu

   Preferred over Haeundae for its central location, beach shows and hotel views of the bridge.

7. 7:18

   Spa Land Centum City

   🚡 Activity · Haeundae-gu

   Entry is around 17,000–20,000 won depending on timing. Plan on two to four hours; it is ideal on a cold day.

8. 8:57

   Texas Street

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Dong-gu

   Seedier than other nightlife areas, which is worth keeping in mind at night.

9. 9:22

   Shanghai Street

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Dong-gu

10. 10:16

    BIFF Square

    🍜 Street food · Jung-gu

11. 10:35

    Jagalchi Fish Market

    🛒 Market · Jung-gu

12. 11:39

    Gamcheon Culture Village

    🏘️ Neighborhood · Saha-gu

    Walk the village downhill to avoid the exhausting climb, and take time to explore deeply rather than staying five minutes.

13. 13:16

    Gukje Market

    🛒 Market · Jung-gu

    Recommended over other cheap markets for its location, size, vibe and good prices.

14. 13:50

    Bosu-dong Book Street

    🛍️ Shopping · Jung-gu

    Most books are in Korean or other non-English languages, though some English books can be found.

15. 14:26

    Busan Tower

    🏢 Landmark · Jung-gu

    Admission is 8,400 won (about US$6.21). The building is old, but the views are worth it.

16. 16:43

    Gwangbok-ro Fashion Street

    🛍️ Shopping · Jung-gu