We're Nicolena, an Italian-Japanese couple who love budget-friendly travel in Asia! ✈︎ We've compiled a list of "10 Must-Do Things on Your First Busan Trip" perfect for first-time visitors! 😆 We've selected everything from classic spots to the latest hotspots, so please use it as a reference for your Busan trip! 🫶 Save this and refer back to it before you go to Korea! 📌 Don't forget to share it with the people you're traveling with! ✈️ ① Take the Sky Capsule 📍Boarding stations: Haeundae Blue Line Park Mipo Station / Cheongsapo Station ・Opening hours: >November-February: 9:00-18:00 >March, April, October: 9:30-18:30 >May, June, September: 9:30-19:30 >July, August: 9:30-20:30 ・Access: Mipo Station is a short walk or taxi ride from Jungdong Subway Station; Cheongsapo Station is a bus ride from Jangsan Station or Taxi ② Walk through Gamcheon Culture Village 📍 203 Gamnae 2-ro, Saha-gu, Busan · Opening Hours: The village itself is open 24 hours · Considering the living environment of the residents, sightseeing is recommended until around 6 PM in summer and 5 PM in winter · Access: Bus or taxi from Nampo Station/Toseong Station ③ Enjoy the spectacular view at X the SKY @busanxthesky 📍 98-100F, Building C, Haeundae LCT, 30 Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae-gu, Busan · Opening Hours: 10:00-21:00 (Last entry at 20:30) · Access: Walking distance from Jung-dong Subway Station or Taxi ④ Enjoy seafood gourmet food Recommendations: The famous Haemultang Chogegui, Gaemichip, Josaeho ⑤ Walk around Baekse Culture Village (Huinnyeoul Culture Village) @huinnyeoul_official 📍Area around 194 Jeolyeong-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan ・Opening hours: The village itself is open 24 hours ・Access: Bus or taxi from Nampo Subway Station ⑥ Explore markets and food stalls Recommendations: Jagalchi Market, Bupyeong Kkangtong Market, Gukje Market, BIFF Square ⑦ Relax at a seaside cafe Recommendation: Footbath Cafe View 📍2F, 152-2, Huinnyeoul-gil, Yeongdo-gu, Busan Opening hours: 10:00-19:30 Access: Bus or taxi from Nampo Subway Station ⑧ Enjoy a jjimjilbang at Spaland 📍Busan Metropolitan City 35 Centum Namdaero, Haeundae-gu, Shinsegae Department Store 1F Opening Hours: 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Last entry 9:00 PM) Access: Right next to Centum City Station ⑨ View the night view of Gwangan Bridge 📍 219 Gwangan Haebyeon-ro, Suyeong-gu, Busan Opening Hours: Open all year round Access: 10-minute walk from Gwangan Station (Subway) ⑩ Immerse yourself in art at Arte Museum 📍 247 Haeyan-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan Opening Hours: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM (Last entry 7:00 PM) Access: Bus or taxi from Nampo Station (Subway) · Prices, services, and opening hours are as confirmed at the time of posting. Please check the official website for the latest information. #Korea #KoreaTravel #Busan #BusanTravel #Busan

Busan is the perfect coastal escape in South Korea—relaxed, scenic, and full of unique experiences. If you only have one day, you can still enjoy its best highlights, from beaches to sky views. Morning: Sky Capsule Experience 🚠 Start your day at Haeundae Blueline Park, home to the famous Sky Capsule. This colorful capsule ride takes you along the الساحل with stunning ocean views 🌊. It’s one of the most photogenic experiences in Busan, so book your ticket in advance 🎟️ and try to go early to avoid queues. After the ride, walk along Haeundae Beach 🏖️ and enjoy the relaxed seaside atmosphere. Grab a coffee ☕ nearby and take your time—this area is perfect to ease into the day. Afternoon: Culture & Views 🏙️ Head toward Gamcheon Culture Village 🎨, known for its colorful houses and artistic vibe. It’s great for photos 📸 and wandering through small streets and viewpoints. For lunch, try local seafood 🦞 or Korean dishes like bibimbap or tteokbokki 🍜. Prices usually range from ₩8,000 to ₩15,000 depending on the spot. Evening: Beach & Night Vibes 🌃 End your day around Gwangalli Beach 🌉. At night, the Gwangan Bridge lights up, creating a beautiful atmosphere by the sea. It’s perfect for a relaxed walk or dinner with a view 🍽️. Practical tips 💡: Use buses or taxis 🚕 to get around—Busan is spread out. Book the Sky Capsule early, especially on weekends. Spring and autumn 🌸🍂 offer the best weather. Busan is all about slowing down, enjoying the views, and taking it all in. Follow me for more travel tips & hidden gems ✈️🌍 ⸻ #Busan #SouthKorea #SkyCapsule #TravelGuide #OneDayTrip #Wanderlust #BeachVibes #ExploreKorea #ScenicViews #HiddenGems #travel2026 #springtravel #couplestrip #beachlife

Here is a new café recommendation if you’re planning a trip to Busan 🌊☕️💙 I found this cute little café inside Huinnyeoul Village in Yeongdo, and the view was soooo beautiful 😭 blue bluuuuue ocean everywhere! The atmosphere feels super calm and cozy, perfect for taking a break while walking around the village. And honestly… I highly recommend getting the ice cream on a sunny day 🍦✨ sooo yummy and refreshing, especially with the ocean view in front of you. It somehow tastes even better there 🥹💙 Also, the girl working there (or maybe the owner, I’m not sure 🥹) was soooo kind and lovely! She even showed us the best spot to take beautiful pictures 😭💛 One of those places that makes you slow down and just enjoy Busan’s vibe 🌊 Follow @feeldaous for more ✈️🐬 #fyp #cafe #korea #travel #southkorea

Taejongdae, a hidden gem for photos 📷. After taking the Danubi train, we got off at the second stop 🚂 on the way to Yeongdo Lighthouse. Everyone was taking photos with the lighthouse, but we kept taking pictures in this tunnel. #BusanAttractions #TaejongdaeAttractions #YeongdoAttractions #YeongdoLighthouse #태종대 #영도등대 #다누비열차

If you’re scouring Busan for the perfect crash pad near Busan Station, seriously, save this spot right now! We posted up at Booking The Bay Busan Station (Address: 3 Jungang-daero 196beon-gil, Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea), and TBH, it instantly made our “fave stays in Korea” list. The vibes? Immaculate. Our apartment was on the 14th floor with a jaw-dropping view over Busan Port. Waking up every morning to those floor-to-ceiling windows was 💯 a main character moment—so dreamy! We booked a two-bedroom apartment and wow, it was SO much bigger than we expected. Two spacious bedrooms, a walk-in wardrobe you could get lost in, a chill living area, and all the room you need to lounge around. With just two of us, it legit felt like our own city condo. We fell for this place so hard, we extended our stay by another two nights—no regrets at all! Why this place should be on your must-stay list: · There’s a direct covered walkway to Busan Station—super clutch when you’ve got luggage or if the weather isn’t playing nice. · A 24/7 CU convenience store is right downstairs! Midnight ramen or quick breakfast? You’re sorted. · The apartment is so modern and stocked with all the essentials: full-sized washer, heaps of storage space, comfy couches, and speedy Wi-Fi. · Housekeeping was next-level—our apartment was always spotless thanks to the sweetest cleaning lady. · Location = unreal if you’re coming in on the KTX or by ferry, and hopping around Busan by metro or train is a breeze from here. Extra pro tip: Booking The Bay Busan Station is just across the street from Busan Station (subway/rail/ferry hub), so you can travel anywhere with zero stress. Check-in is typically from 3pm and check-out is 11am—just perfect for those late risers. No question, this is the only place we’d book for our next Busan adventure. Save it for your trip—you’ll thank us later! ❤️

I've handpicked items highly recommended by Busan locals who said, "Japanese people will absolutely love these!" 😊 These are all great bargains at local prices, found in places like Nampo-dong, Gukje Market, Seomyeon, Haeundae, Busan Station, and Lotte Duty Free! Most of these are hard to find in Japan, so be sure to check them out on your next Busan trip 👀✨ ① OPS Sweets Assortment OPS is a bakery founded in Busan in 1989 and currently operates 9 branches across the city. The wide variety of bread and cakes sold in-store is super popular, and their assorted sweets make the perfect souvenir ✨ ② Busan Byeolbit Sand (Butter Sand) [Historic Bakery in Nampo-dong] A Busan-exclusive treat! The melt-in-your-mouth texture of rich butter sandwiched between crispy cookies is simply heavenly 🍪✨ It's a daily sight to see locals buying them in bulk for their families, and the popular caramel flavor is constantly selling out! If you happen to spot them, I highly recommend grabbing about 20! 💛 ③ Gamcheon Culture Village Magnets [Busan Exclusive] Adorable magnets featuring the vibrant houses and murals of the village 🎨 With new designs released every season, they capture the special charm unique to Busan 🌟 Since they are pretty rare in Japan, they make perfect little decorations for desks or fridges. They’re guaranteed to be a hit with people of all ages! On your next trip to Busan, be sure to grab these items and bring back some fantastic souvenirs for your friends in Japan! 💖 These are the genuine top souvenir picks from a local traveler with 7 years of Busan travel experience! 😊