Itinerary Direction: 3-Day Busan Modern Architecture Tour
Day 1
– 9:00 am – Check-in at your hotel. Recommended hotel: Park Hyatt Busan
– 10:00 am – Grab some breakfast at the hotel’s restaurant, then take a taxi to the Busan Cinema Center.
– 10:30 am – Visit the Busan Cinema Center which is known for its unique and modern architecture.
– 12:00 pm – Go to the BEXCO Exhibition Center, by bus (approximately 40 minutes). Entrance fee is KRW 12,000 per person. It’s a fine modern art structure with rotating exhibitions.
– 2:00 pm – Lunch break! There’s a delicious restaurant at BEXCO Exhibition Center called La Toque Blanche.
– 3:00 pm – Take a taxi to the Haewoljeong Pavilion which will take 20 minutes from BEXCO Exhibition Center. You’ll witness a scenic view of the ocean from the pavilion. Entrance fee is KRW 1,000 per person.
– 5:30 pm – Dinner at Paradise Hotel Busan’s rooftop restaurant. It’s only 10 minutes away from the pavilion. Expect to spend KRW 30,000 per person.
Day 2
– 9:00 am – Take a subway to Haeundae Beach, which is a popular beach destination in Busan.
– 10:00 am – Visit the Dongbaekseom Island, a forest park area located next to the beach. Get there by foot from Haeundae Beach for 15 minutes.
– 12:00 pm – Lunch at the traditional Korean Restaurant Gamcheon Chobap. It’s only 20-minutes drive from Dongbaekseom Island. Expect to spend around KRW 15,000 per person.
– 1:30 pm – Visit the Nurimaru APEC House, a conference center building located on a nearby island. Take a bus from Gamcheon Chobap, which will take around 30 minutes. Admission fee is KRW 5,000 per person.
– 3:00 pm – Take a bus or a taxi to Geumnyeonsan Mountain, which is 35 minutes away from Nurimaru APEC House. It’s a great place to view the city from above. Entrance fee is free.
– 5:30 pm – Dinner at the hotel’s restaurant. Sit back and relax after a long day of exploring.
Day 3
– 9:00 am – Take a taxi to the Oryukdo Skywalk. Expect to spend KRW 10,000 for a taxi ride to get there.
– 10:00 am – Visit the Oryukdo Skywalk, where you can enjoy walking on transparent glass floors while taking in the beautiful view of the ocean.
– 11:30 am – Go to the Gwangan Bridge, by bus (approximately 30 minutes). It’s a long bridge that stretches across the ocean and has a spectacular view at night.
– 12:30 pm – Lunch at a nearby place known as Gwangan-ri Beach. Sample the seafood stalls located along the shore.
– 2:00 pm – Visit the Busan Museum of Art. Take a bus from Gwangan-ri Beach which will take around 30 minutes. The museum is known for its architecture and global exhibitions. Entrance fee is KRW 8,000 per person.
– 4:30 pm – Go to the Yongdusan Park. It’s only 10 minutes away from the museum by bus. The park has a great view of the city and a tower called Busan Tower that you can climb up for a small fee of KRW 8,000.
– 6:00 pm – Dinner at the local Korean restaurant nearby the park. Expect to spend KRW 15,000 per person.
FAQs
1. How much will the total cost be for the entire trip?
It will vary depending on your personal spending habits, but you can expect to spend around KRW 800,000-1,000,000 for the entire trip, including hotel accommodations, transportation, food, and entrance fees.
2. What is the best way to get around Busan city?
The best way would be to use public transportation such as buses and subways which are affordable and efficient in the city. You can also use taxis, but it could be expensive.
3. Can I bring my luggage while traveling around Busan?
Yes, but it might be uncomfortable while you travel. We suggest leaving your big luggage at the hotel and bring only necessary things with you.
4. What are some recommended souvenir shops in Busan?
The best place to find souvenirs would be the PIFF Square, Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center, and Gukje Market. They offer a variety of local products at a reasonable price.
5. How can I get to Busan from the airport?
The quickest way is to take a taxi or a limousine bus that goes directly to your hotel. Alternatively, you can take the subway or the local bus, but it may take longer.
