This is how you should explore Busan: a 4-day, 3-night itinerary featuring must-visit attractions all in one guide!

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Busan, South Korea, isn’t just about shopping at popular spots like Lotte Department Store, Seomyeon Shopping District, or the underground malls. As a coastal city, you can also enjoy stunning sea views from various perspectives—such as from Dadaepo Beach, Haeundae Beach, and Gwangalli Beach.

This time, KKday has crafted a 4-day, 3-night Busan itinerary to ensure you don’t miss any classic experiences. If you’re not familiar with Busan yet, be sure to check out this 4-day, 3-night Busan travel guide from KKday. It even compiles super detailed transportation info for all the major attractions in Busan. If you’re planning a DIY trip to Busan, this guide is an absolute must-save!

Day 1: Taoyuan / Gimhae → Seomyeon Underground Shopping Street

Walking up to ground level, you’ll find many unique restaurants, food stalls, various clothing shops, and cosmetic stores from major chains. As for the “Seomyeon” underground mall, this long stretch is packed with shops selling clothes, shoes, lingerie, and a wide range of cosmetics brands—you name it, they’ve got it.

■ Address: Central-daero, Busanjin-gu, Busan (Coordinates: 35.157772, 129.060055)
■ Transportation: Subway Line 1 & 2, Seomyeon Station
■ Business Hours: 10:00–22:30 (Closed every first Tuesday of the month)
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 4 hours

Originally named “Eupji Cape Urban National Park,” this is a roughly 2-kilometer-long seaside park made up of uniquely shaped rocks. What makes this place special is that some of the rocks feature dinosaur footprints, which contributed to the establishment of Eupji Cape Urban Nature Park.

■ Address: 25, San 25, Yongho 3-dong, Nam-gu, Busan (Coordinates: 35.124144, 129.112481)
■ Transportation: Take Exit 3 or 5 at Gyeongsung University / Kyungnam University Station on Subway Line 2, then transfer to Bus No. 20, 22, or 131 to Eupji Cape Park
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 3 hours

When it comes to Busan, Haeundae is simply unavoidable—it’s practically synonymous with the city. Every summer, throngs of Koreans flock to Haeundae to enjoy the season, with the beach almost entirely covered by umbrellas and crowds. It’s definitely a must-visit spot on any Busan trip.

■ Address: 1015, Haeundaehaedong 1(il)-dong, Busan (Coordinates: 35.159329, 129.158547)
■ Transportation: Exit 3 or 5 at Haeundae Station on Subway Line 2, then walk about 10 minutes toward Haeundae Beach
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 4 hours

When visiting Korea, a trip to a jjimjilbang (Korean sauna) always feels like something is missing. It's the perfect way to fully relax your body, and then indulging in a boiled egg while wrapped in a cozy sheep towel is truly an amazing experience!

■ Address: 35, Centum Nam-daero, Haeundae-gu, Busan (Shinsegae Department Store) (Coordinates: 35.168913, 129.131669)
■ Transportation: Subway Line 2, Centum City Station — connected via underground passage to Shinsegae Department Store
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 2.5 hours

Known as the “Diamond Bridge,” Gwangan Bridge lights up beautifully at night, leaving all who see it in awe. Gwanganli Beach is one of Busan’s most famous night view spots, but its daytime scenery is also uniquely charming!

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■ Address: 573-1, Busanjin-po, Busanjin 2-dong, Busan (Coordinates: 35.153187, 129.118687)
■ Transportation: Exit 3 or 5 at Gwangan Station on Subway Line 2, then walk about 10 minutes to reach the bridge.
■ Business Hours: 24 hours
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 2 hours

Gamcheon Culture Village, known as Korea’s “Machu Picchu” and “Santorini,” is a must-visit hotspot in Busan. Especially, don’t miss the photo spots with The Little Prince and the Fox!

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You can buy a stamp-collecting map at the entrance, which includes complete attraction information and a suggested route. Collect all the stamps and you’ll get two postcards!

■ Address: Gamcheon-dong, Saha District, Busan (Coordinates: 35.097471, 129.010595)
■ Transportation: Exit 6 of Toseong Station on Subway Line 1, turn right and walk for 3 minutes, then take Bus No. 2 bound for Gamcheon Culture Village
■ Operating Hours: 24 hours
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 3 hours

Unlike Haeundae’s sandy beaches, Taejongdae is famous for its pebble beach and eroded coastline. Over time, the constant erosion by ocean waves has created dramatic cliffs dropping directly into the sea, among which the Seonginbong Rock is the most well-known. Here, you can enjoy the beautiful view of peculiar rocks and the sea, as well as witness the fearless spirit of Koreans who dare to face the dangers of nature.

■ Address: Taejongdae Park, 290-1 Dongsam-dong, Yeongdo-gu, Busan (Coordinates: 35.053034, 129.087281)
■ Transportation: Exit 6 of Nampo Station on Subway Line 1, walk about 200 meters to Yeongdo Bridge Bus Stop, transfer to Bus No. 66, 88 or 101, and get off at Taejongdae Garage Stop after 21 stops (about one hour)
■ Operating Hours: 09:00–17:00 (Oct.–Apr.), 09:00–18:00 (May–Sep.) (Last admission 30 minutes before closing)
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 2 hours

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Since Taejongdae covers a large area, it is recommended to take the park’s sightseeing train. Although it’s a paid service, you can ride it unlimited times within the day, helping you save energy for the rest of your journey!

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How can Busan, a city known for its coastal charm, not offer fresh seafood? Jagalchi Market is a famous fish market in Busan. If you want to taste the freshest seafood dishes, this is an absolute must-visit.

■ Address: 370-1, Nampo-dong 4-gil, Jung-gu, Busan (Coordinates: 35.096741, 129.030510)
■ Transportation: Exit 10 of Jagalchi Station or Exit 2 of Nampo-dong Station on Subway Line 1, walk about 5 minutes toward Changseon Intersection
■ Operating Hours: 05:00–22:00 (year-round)
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 2 hours

As Myeongdong is to Seoul, so is Nampo-dong to Busan. Centered around Gwangbok-ro, the surrounding area is packed with a variety of trendy shopping goods. Whether you’re a local Korean or a visitor from afar, if you want to shop for clothes or souvenirs, this is definitely the first place that comes to mind.

■ Transportation: Exit 1 of Nampo-dong Station on Subway Line 1, walk about 5 minutes
■ Operating Hours: 10:30–20:00
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 2.5 hours

The iconic Busan Tower is located inside Yongdusan Park, but most importantly, there’s an escalator in Nampo-dong that takes you straight up to the park. This is a huge blessing for those who want to enjoy the view of Busan Port without climbing a mountain!

■ Address: 7-gil, Jungang-dong, Jung-gu, Busan (Coordinates: 35.100645, 129.032644)
■ Transportation: Exit 1, 3 or 7 of Nampo Station on Subway Line 1
■ Operating Hours: 08:30–22:00 (Sep.–Apr.), 09:00–22:00 (May.–Aug.)
■ Recommended Stay Duration: 1.5 hours

Don’t forget to do some last-minute shopping before heading home. Lotte Department Store in Nampo-dong not only offers convenient transportation and a wide range of goods, but its rooftop sky garden also gives you a panoramic view of Busan city, including the ocean scenery too!

■ Address: 7 Jungang-dong, Jung-gu, Busan (Coordinates: 35.098634, 129.036836)
■ Transportation: Exit 10 of Nampo-dong Subway Station on Line 1 is connected to B1 of Lotte Department Store Gwangbok Branch
■ Recommended visiting time: 3 hours

If Nampo-dong is the Myeongdong of Busan, then the International Market is Busan’s Namdaemun. Why is it called the International Market? The reason lies in its vast array of goods — from brand-new items to second-hand ones, you can find just about anything you want.

■ Address: 4 Sinchang-dong, Jung-gu, Busan (Coordinates: 35.100802, 129.029167)
■ Transportation: Take Exit 7 of Jagalchi Subway Station on Line 1, walk toward the alley between B&C Bakery and KFC, proceed past Busan Bank, and the food street is located in the alley on the left.
■ Recommended visiting time: 2 hours

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