Direction: This itinerary is for a 3-day trip to Busan, focusing on modern architecture. It will include visits to museums, art galleries, and iconic modern buildings in the city.
Day 1:
8:00 AM – Check-in at your hotel: Hotel Foret Premier Haeundae
Location: 28, Gunam-ro 41beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Taxi
Price Range: $60-80
9:00 AM – Visit Dongbaek Island and Park:
Location: 49, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 298beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Taxi
Approximate Travel Time: 15 minutes
Price Range: Free
10:30 AM – Visit Busan Cinema Center:
Location: 120, Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 25 minutes
Price Range: Free
12:00 PM – Grab lunch at Hepburn’s Sandwiches:
Location: 11, Gunam-ro 41beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 15 minutes
Price Range: $5-10
2:00 PM – Visit Busan Museum of Art:
Location: 58, APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 20 minutes
Price Range: Free
4:00 PM – Relax at Haeundae Beach:
Location: 264, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 10 minutes
Price Range: Free
7:00 PM – Savour dinner at Hanwoo Myeonok:
Location: 86-18, Jung-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Taxi
Approximate Travel Time: 20 minutes
Price Range: $20-30
9:00 PM – Return to your hotel:
Location: Hotel Foret Premier Haeundae
Mode of Transportation: Taxi
Price Range: $10-15
Day 2:
8:00 AM – Breakfast at Le Cartier:
Location: 7, Jungang-daero 214beon-gil, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 30 minutes
Price Range: $5-10
10:00 AM – Take a walk at Gamcheon Culture Village:
Location: 203, Gamnae 2-ro, Saha-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 35 minutes
Price Range: Free
12:00 PM – Enjoy traditional Korean food at Gamcheon Oegwakjang:
Location: 203, Gamnae 2-ro, Saha-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 35 minutes
Price Range: $10-20
2:00 PM – Visit Busan International Film Festival Building:
Location: 120, Suyeonggangbyeon-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 20 minutes
Price Range: Free
4:00 PM – Explore Shinsegae Centum City:
Location: 35, Centum nam-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 30 minutes
Price Range: Free
7:00 PM – Satisfy your cravings at Gaejeong Jeon-sikdang:
Location: 14-5, Gaejwa-ro 45beon-gil, Suyeong-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 25 minutes
Price Range: $15-30
9:00 PM – Return to your hotel:
Location: Hotel Foret Premier Haeundae
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Price Range: $10-15
Day 3:
8:00 AM – Breakfast at Starbucks:
Location: 74, Haeundaehaebyeon-ro 209beon-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 25 minutes
Price Range: $5-10
10:00 AM – Visit the Busan Yachting Center:
Location: 86-5, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 25 minutes
Price Range: Free
12:00 PM – Try out some Italian cuisine at Gelato 27:
Location: 607-6, U 1(il)-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 25 minutes
Price Range: $10-20
2:00 PM – Visit Nurimaru APEC House:
Location: 36, APEC-ro, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 25 minutes
Price Range: Free
4:00 PM – Take a walk on Songjeong Beach:
Location: 147, Songjeong-dong, Haeundae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 15 minutes
Price Range: Free
7:00 PM – Indulge in a traditional Korean feast at Dongnae Halmoi Sikdang:
Location: 54-1, Chungnyeolsandan-ro 8beon-gil, Dongnae-gu, Busan, South Korea
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Approximate Travel Time: 35 minutes
Price Range: $25-40
9:00 PM – Return to your hotel:
Location: Hotel Foret Premier Haeundae
Mode of Transportation: Subway
Price Range: $10-15
FAQs:
1. What is the best time of the year to visit Busan for modern architecture?
The best time to visit Busan for modern architecture is during mid-May to mid-June, when the weather is comfortably warm and before the peak tourist season.
2. Are there any entrance fees that need to be paid for the places mentioned in the itinerary?
Most of the places mentioned in the itinerary are free to visit, but some do require an admission fee.
3. Is public transportation easily accessible in Busan?
Yes, Busan has an efficient subway and bus system that can easily take you to most tourist destinations in the city. However, taking a taxi can still be a quicker and more convenient way to get to some of the farther locations.