Itinerary: 5-Day Busan Traditional Markets Tour
Day 1: Arrival in Busan, Gukje and Bupyeong Markets
7:00 AM – Arrival at Busan International Airport
8:00 AM – Check-in at Hotel
10:00 AM – Take the subway to Jagalchi Station (Line 1)
10:30 AM – Explore Gukje Market
12:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant inside Gukje Market
1:00 PM – Visit Bupyeong Market
3:00 PM – Take the subway to Haeundae Station (Line 2)
4:00 PM – Check-in at Hotel Shilla Stay Haeundae
6:00 PM – Dinner at a seafood restaurant near Haeundae Beach
Day 2: Seomyeon and Bujeon Markets
8:00 AM – Breakfast at Local Restaurant near Hotel
9:00 AM – Take the subway to Seomyeon Station (Line 1 and 2)
9:30 AM – Explore Seomyeon Market
12:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant
1:00 PM – Visit Bujeon Market
3:00 PM – Take the subway to Centum City Station (Line 2)
4:00 PM – Shopping at Shinsegae Centum City
6:00 PM – Dinner at a Korean BBQ restaurant near the hotel
Day 3: Gwangbok and Kkangtong Markets
8:00 AM – Breakfast at the hotel
9:00 AM – Take the subway to Nampo Station (Line 1)
9:30 AM – Explore Gwangbok Market
12:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant
1:00 PM – Visit Kkangtong Market
3:00 PM – Take the subway to Toseong Station (Line 1)
4:00 PM – Visit Yongdusan Park
6:00 PM – Dinner at a local restaurant near the park
Day 4: Sasang and Dadaepo Markets
8:00 AM – Breakfast at a local restaurant
9:00 AM – Take the subway to Sasang Station (Line 2)
9:30 AM – Visit Sasang Market
12:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant
1:00 PM – Take the subway to Dadaepo Station (Line 1)
2:00 PM – Visit Dadaepo Beach
4:00 PM – Take the subway to Seomyeon Station (Line 1 and 2)
5:00 PM – Shopping at Lotte Department Store
7:00 PM – Dinner at a local restaurant near the hotel
Day 5: Jagalchi and International Market
8:00 AM – Breakfast at the hotel
9:00 AM – Take the subway to Jagalchi Station (Line 1)
9:30 AM – Explore Jagalchi Market
12:00 PM – Lunch at a local restaurant inside Jagalchi Market
1:00 PM – Visit International Market
3:00 PM – Take the subway to Centum City Station (Line 2)
4:00 PM – Shopping at Busan Cinema Center
6:00 PM – Dinner at a local restaurant near the cinema
FAQs:
1. What is the best time to visit Busan Traditional Markets?
The best time to visit Busan Traditional Markets is during Spring (March – May) and Fall (September – November) season as it has a mild and comfortable weather.
2. What is the mode of transportation in Busan?
The mode of transportation in Busan is subway, buses, and taxis.
3. How should I get around in Busan?
We recommend taking the subway or bus when getting around in Busan as it is the most convenient and affordable mode of transportation.
4. What are the hotel recommendations in Busan?
Some of the hotel recommendations in Busan are Hotel Shilla Stay Haeundae, Haeundae Centum Hotel, and Lotte Hotel Busan.
5. What are the must-try local cuisines in Busan?
Some of the must-try local cuisines in Busan are Raw Octopus (Makchang), Spicy Rice Cake (Tteokbokki), and Grilled Mackerel (Godeungeo Gui).