Busan Route Notes
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First time in Busan?

Busan in 3 days, one calm route

Three days, three areas, no backtracking. Built for people who have never been to Korea's second city.

Best baseHaeundae or Seomyeon
Getting aroundMetro + transport card
AirportGimhae (PUS)
Pace3 to 4 stops a day

The 3-day route

Day 1 · Haeundae coastBeach morning, Dongbaekseom walk, Sky Capsule along the shore, sunset at Gwangalli. Day 2 · Old port & GamcheonColourful hillside village, Jagalchi fish market, Nampo night streets. (coming soon) Day 3 · Temple by the seaHaedong Yonggungsa and the Gijang coast, or Taejongdae cliffs. (coming soon)

Before you go

Airport to HaeundaeLight rail + metro, airport bus, or taxi: which one fits your bags and arrival time. eSIM, transport card & payingThe three things to sort out before you land.
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