Itinerary: 3-Day Busan Historical Landmarks trip
Day 1:
Headings: Arrival, Accommodation, Breakfast, Sightseeing, Lunch, Sightseeing, Dinner
Arrival:
Upon arrival at Busan International Airport, take a taxi or Busan Metro Line 3 to get to your accommodation.
Accommodation:
Reserve a room at the Crown Harbor Hotel Busan, a three-star hotel located in Dong-gu.
Breakfast:
Start the day with a hearty breakfast at the hotel’s buffet.
Sightseeing:
First, visit the Busan Tower, one of the city’s iconic landmarks. Take the Busan Tower escalator, which is the longest in the world, to reach the top for the panoramic view of the city.
Lunch:
Try some authentic Korean cuisine for lunch at Gukje Market. This 100-year-old market is famous for its street food and local specialty dishes.
Sightseeing:
Continue your journey to Jagalchi Market, the largest fish market in Korea. The market boasts fresh seafood, great shopping and a number of seafood restaurants.
Dinner:
Enjoy a traditional Korean dinner at Samjin Eomuk in Seomyeon. Samjin Eomuk is famous for its fish cakes, which have been a Busan specialty for over 50 years.
Day 2:
Headings: Breakfast, Sightseeing, Lunch, Sightseeing, Dinner
Breakfast:
Grab some eggs and coffee at Starbucks Coffee – Haeundae Dalmaji Hill.
Sightseeing:
Visit Gamcheon Culture Village, which is known as ‘Machu Picchu’ of Busan. The village, located on a steep hillside, features brightly-colored houses, murals and alleyways.
Lunch:
Have some noodles for lunch at the historic Haeundae Udong Restaurant. This long running restaurant has been serving fresh handmade noodle dishes since 1970.
Sightseeing:
Explore Haedong Yonggung Temple, a picturesque Buddhist temple that overlooks the sea. The temple is one of the few in Korea built to look over the ocean, most are usually found in mountains.
Dinner:
Sample some of Busan’s best Korean dishes at Michelin Guide recommended Jeonju Jungang Hoegwan. This place is famous for its Spicy Beef Soup, a Busan specialty.
Day 3:
Headings: Breakfast, Sightseeing, Lunch, Sightseeing, Dinner, Accommodation
Breakfast:
Enjoy a healthy breakfast of fruit, yogurt, and granola at Natural Nine Beach Cafe located in Haeundae.
Sightseeing:
Take an early morning hike to the top of Mt. Hwangryeong, part of the Goejeong Mountain Range, for an amazing sunrise view of the city.
Lunch:
Eat fresh sashimi at the Woobang Sikdang, a popular Korean sushi restaurant located in the Nampodong district of Busan.
Sightseeing:
End your tour with a visit to Yongdusan Park, where you can see the Busan Tower once again and also enjoy street performances and cultural events for much of the year.
Dinner:
Dine at the newly opened Hello Kitty Cafe situated in Gwangan-dong. Their decor is totally cute and the entire cafe is Hello Kitty-themed.
Accommodation:
Stay on the outskirts of Seomyeon at the Park Hyatt Busan, a luxury five-star hotel perfect for your last night in Busan.
FAQs:
1. How do I get around in Busan?
The Busan Metro is a fast, efficient and cost-effective means of transportation connecting major tourist sites in the city. Taxis are also available at reasonable rates in the city.
2. What is the best time to visit Busan?
The best time to visit Busan is during the autumn months of September to November, when temperatures are mild, humidity is low and skies are clear.
3. What clothing should I pack for my trip to Busan?
Pack light clothes made of cotton or linen, as the heat and humidity can be quite high in the summer. In winter, pack warm clothes as it can get very cold.
4. What is the currency used in Busan?
The Korean won is the currency used in Busan. Credit cards are generally accepted in major establishments.
5. Are the locals friendly to tourists?
Yes, the locals are generally friendly and helpful to tourists, making it a welcoming destination for tourists.
