Let’s see the spots where cherry blossoms bloom first in Korea, except Jeju Island, and where you can enjoy them along the streets of every city or out of town while appreciating mountains, rivers, and the sea. Come and feel the spring of Busan.

The Busan Sea, encountered between sandy beaches and coastal roads, offers a special view of the ocean. Walk along the three major skywalks of Busan to enjoy the sky and ocean from high above.

It’s a great trail to enjoy the forest bathing in the center of the city while taking a stroll along the hillside of Hwangnyeongsan Mountain. As it spans the four boroughs of Busan, it takes about five to six hours to travel there. If you’re not confident with walking along the ridges, you can choose one or two of the divided sections. They are connected like spider webs, so trekking by section will not be difficult.

Every day of the week, Nampo-dong is a place crowded with people where you can experience the energy of Busan early in the morning. A major urban district, the neighborhood has a park, a department store, a traditional market, and major tourist attractions, making it a hot place for locals, tourists, and foreigners alike. Locals collectively refer to Gwangbok-dong, Nampo-dong, and Bupyeong-dong as “Nampo-dong.” As the area is large, you may have to spend an entire day or even longer to enjoy every part of Nampo-dong. Plan ahead to minimize the travel time. Let us learn about how to best enjoy Nampo-dong.

The Namhang Breakwater where the white and red Twin Lighthouses stand facing each other, and the Namhangdaegyo Bridge running parallel to it, create a picturesque scene that you can’t help but admire. Running from Amnam-dong, Seo-gu, to Yeongseon-dong, Yeongdo-gu, the Namhangdaegyo Bridge is unique among the bridges connecting the Busan Coastal Beltway in that it has a pedestrian path. You can take a leisurely stroll on foot along the ocean trail, or speed across the bridge on a two-wheeler. Your gaze is drawn to the ships sailing briskly in and out of the Namhang Port, and the Jagalchi Market and Busan Tower farther off in the distance. In the distant sea viewed from the waterside park in Yeongdo, the silhouettes of large ships shimmer under the golden rays of the sun.

Busan encompasses the sea, mountains, and rivers. Thanks to this natural environment, Busan can offer various experience programs tailored to people’s preferences. In particular, riding a bicycle along rivers and streams in Busan is another way of enjoying the city. Of course, to enjoy Busan by bike, you must have one. Do not worry if you do not have your own. A total of 12 public bicycle rental services are available free of charge or at an affordable price in different venues, such as Samnak, Hwamyeong, Maekdo, Daejeo Eco Parks, Spo1 Park, Jwasuyeonggyo Bridge, Eulsukdo Island, Oncheonjang Station, Oncheoncheon Park, and Millak-dong. Let us introduce the top five riding spots in Busan that are loved by riders.

Route 1 : Haeundae Station (Busan Metro) − Aquarium − Dongbaek Park Coastal Trail/Nurimaru APEC House − The bay 101 The Haeundae Station of the Busan Metro provides elevators, ramps, and a space for charging electric wheelchairs. Once on the ground, walk along Gunamro, where braille blocks are installed. You cannot miss Busan Aquarium equipped with an audio guide for people with visual impairments. Dongbaek Park Coastal Trail throughout the park is wheelchair-friendly. Wheelchair rentals are available free of charge at Nurimaru APEC House. You can experience healing forests while strolling on the beautiful trail. Most of all, you can appreciate views of the mountains, the sea, and Gwangandaegyo Bridge all at once. Head out to The bay 101 located at the entrance of Dongbaekseom Island, where you can enjoy a meal or drink a cup of tea while gazing at the gorgeous night view. It also provides parking spaces, restrooms, and elevators for people with disabilities.

You will hardly let go of your smartphone once you start reading webcomics. They may make you miss the stop in the subway or on your way home, or keep you awake at night. Reportedly, you can meet famous webtoon characters in real life in Busan. Now, let us find the hidden places in Busan and fall for the charm of webtoons.

A journey to discover Busan’s traces of humanities. Ancient Tombs in Bokcheon-dong / Bokcheon Museum / Dongnaeeupseong Imjinwaeran Museum The first destination is Dongnae, which has various historical sites and relics. The ancient tombs in Bokcheon-dong, which include the tombs of the Gaya Confederacy period’s ruling class, are considered as one of the most important cultural heritages for understanding Korea’s ancient culture. The Bokcheon Museum, on the other hand, displays many relics discovered from ancient tombs, showing Gaya’s excellent ironware culture and changes in ancient tomb styles. The Dongnae area has been a significant excavation site, where several relics have been discovered. During the metro construction in 2005, a moat of the Dongnaeeupseong Walled Town was found in the site, telling the tragic story of the Japanese Invasion of Korea in 1592. The relics and remains of soldiers who died during the war were also unearthed hundreds of years later. The Dongnaeeupseong Imjinwaeran Museum, which shows the reproduction of the excavation, is located inside the Busan Metro Suan Station Office.

Travel destinations that encompass meetings, tourism, convention, events, and exhibitions are gaining popularity because of their unique concept. Let us find out more about the first unique venue and the MICE spot of Busan packed with fun and novelty.

Travel destinations that encompass meetings, tourism, conventions, events, and exhibitions are gaining popularity because of their unique concept. Let’s find out more about the second unique venue and the MICE spot of Busan packed with fun and novelty.

Travel destinations that encompass meetings, tourism, conventions, events, and exhibitions are gaining popularity because of their unique concept. Let’s find out more about the third unique venue and the MICE spot of Busan packed with fun and novelty.

Travel destinations that encompass meetings, tourism, conventions, events, and exhibitions are gaining popularity because of their unique concept. Let’s find out more about the fourth unique venue and the MICE spot of Busan packed with fun and novelty.

As the downtown area of Busan, Seomyeon is concentrated with popular spots such as Seomyeon Ilbeonga Street, Seomyeon Underground Shopping Center, and Bujeon Market. There are also many medical institutions in the streets in front of and to the southeast side of Lotte Department Store Busan Main. It has become a well-established medical center that attracts not only Busan citizens but also overseas tourists.

With the presence of online bookstores that offer overnight delivery service and large bookstores that sell even miscellaneous goods such as stationery and daily necessities., local bookstores disappeared some time ago. However, small local bookstores, which seem to exist only in our memories, have just begun to open again. Unique bookstores, where we can consume both books and culture, serve as distinctive venues for culture and art, giving visitors unusual enjoyment.

Although May is first thought as the month for families, it is also the season of roses with various meanings in the language of flowers. Let us find out the best rose gardens hidden on every corner of Busan.