Located at the foot of Galmibong Peak in Hwangnyeongsan Mountain, the quaint Seongamsa Temple stands out with its grand magnolia trees.By mid-March, as the white magnolia blossoms envelop the temple, visitors dressed in lighter and brighter attire begin to line up for their peaceful outings. Under the shade of the trees, as you gaze at the fully bloomed magnolias, it almost feels like you can hear the clear, innocent laughter of children. 'When magnolias bloom, come listen to their sound; when they fall, come to see a baby’s steps.‘ The poet Kim Ju-dae once likened the fallen petals of magnolias to a baby's feet in his poem. When fallen petals resemble a baby's feet, making one tread carefully to avoid stepping on them, both people and landscapes transform into poetry.

Bokcheonsa Temple, located at the foot of Bongnaesan Mountain, is famous for its sunset and night view. The temple is not well-known, perhaps because of the high slope to reach to the temple, but if you visit in person, you will soon find it a stunning place. Although the temple size is not large, everywhere makes a good photo spot because of the temple’s distinctive serene atmosphere and beautiful scenery. The main place to appreciate Bokcheonsa Temple’s night view is the Observation Deck in front of Sansingak Hall, which can be reached by the stairs beside the Daeungjeon Hall. You will see the beautiful harmonious landscape of Bokcheonsa Temple and Namhangdaegyo Bridge at the Observation Deck. It is strongly recommended to visit in time for sunset. It is not clearly visible during the day, but at night, the candle becomes a feature and seems to fill up the dark scenery with warmth. If you stand on the railing next to Cheonwangmun Gate, you will be able to see the beautiful night view of Namhangdaegyo Bridge and Songdo, so don’t forget to stop by before you go down!

Among the people of Busan, this park is considered to be one of the most propitious spots in the city that exudes good energy. Situated right in the middle of the city at the coordinates 35°10'4"N and 129°2'17"E, this place is believed to bring health, happiness, and wealth. and even fertility. Locals also believe that the energy of this place also affects their children to be good sons and daughters. No wonder so many locals come here to make a wish or two. Why the coordinates? In 2001, an elementary school student was curious to know the geographic center of the city and sent the question to a SBS TV variety show called Hogisim Cheonguk (‘curiosity heaven’ in Korean) so they would find out where the exact center of the city is. In turn, the producers of the TV show had the Urban Affairs Research Institute of Pusan National University to pinpoint the location, which turned out to be 548-12 Buam-dong, Busanjin-gu. Afterwards, a central marker stone was erected there, and the Office of Busanjin-gu created a small park around the stone. The original park was demolished in 2018 for a housing redevelopment project, and the new one was recreated in the current location.

UN Peace Park is a neighborhood park near the UN Memorial Cemetery in Korea. It was developed after the APEC Summit 2005, gaining popularity with Busan citizens as a beautiful walking course. It is a perfect place where you can enjoy the fresh air and beautiful scenery while taking a walk along with various facilities such as an ecological pond, lawn, trails, and ground fountain, as well as over 30,000 trees, such as pine trees and camellias, and over 30,000 eye-catching plants. It is a relaxing space and suitable for outings with family and friends. Pettoilets, urinals only for pets, are located throughout the UN Peace Park in line with the trend of pets becoming indispensable family members. Devices that allow owners to leash their pets when using bathrooms are another attractive feature of the park. How about taking a walk with your loved ones and friends at the UN Peace Park, which has different charms every season?

Dadaepo Beach Park, located in front of Dadaepo Beach and Morundae Peninsula, is perfect for viewing the red sunset and is considered a famous sunset spot. Dadaepo Beach Park, which extends from the Molundae public parking lot to Noeuljeong, consists of a sea stream, a grassy plaza, and a walking path filled with pine groves. Swings and benches are installed throughout the walking trails so you can stroll around comfortably, and the seascape from here is also spectacular. Tents and mats are allowed in the pine forest, which was built in the direction of the white sand beach, and it is becoming well-known as a budget resort. In an era where the country has over 10 million dogs, Dadaepo Beach Park has dog urinals called ‘Pettoilet’ throughout the park in line with the trend of the times! At the end of Dadaepo Beach Park, a wide field of reeds spreads out, and the Gowooni Ecological Path is on a wooden deck above it. The night lights along the trail create a dreamy atmosphere, so it gets a thumbs up as a unique night walking course!

The Park Tae-joon Museum, which officially opened on December 14, 2021, tells the story of POSCO, which laid the foundation for Korea's growth. Built next to the birthplace of the late Honorary Chairman Park Tae-joon, the museum commemorates the achievements of Cheongam, who left a significant mark on the modern and contemporary history of the Republic of Korea, and investigates and studies his philosophy and thoughts. The approximately 1,200 artifacts displayed and stored in the memorial hall are valuable materials that lay out history and culture from the Japanese colonial period to the present. What particularly attracts attention here is the memorial quote written by the late Lee O-young. "The reason we can now sleep on high pillows is because your blood and sweat poured into the iron factory, and the reason we can hold a child in our arms and make each person dream of tomorrow is because of you, who expanded the garden of knowledge by establishing a school.“ The Park Tae-joon Museum is renowned as a building that blends in to its surrounding landscape, using its surrounding nature as a reference point. So why don’t you take a breather, hold your child’s hand, and take a look around the exhibition hall? Spend some time reading a book at the small library of Imnang Cultural Park located inside the building. It will do you good.

On the first floor of the building, there is a special space called ‘The International Coffee Museum.’ About 2000 coffee machines from all over the world are on display, so you can see the history of coffee machines around the world in one place. This is a space where a variety of coffee equipment, carefully collected by a coffee lover, is displayed with detailed explanations. It is an exhibition that helps give a broader understanding of the history and culture of coffee. If you apply for a 'Docent Experience' where you can listen to unique episodes together, and you can enjoy the exhibition even more. There is also a one-day class where you can experience coffee extraction and even drink it. It will be a special experience that is not easily accessible as you can watch the brewing using various coffee equipment such as siphon, percolator, biggin, Turkish, and moka pot. Busan is well-known as a place where you can experience coffee healing with excellent natural scenery. A place where specialties and small brands coexist as well as the International Coffee Museum. Immerse yourself in the charm of Busan, the coffee city where the Global Coffee Festival is held.

Located near the Samnak Eco Park, Gamjeon Wildflower Garden is situated on the side of the Nakdonggang River where Dadaehang Road meets the Nakdongdaegyo Bridge. As the largest colony of wildflowers and aquatic plants in Busan, it is one of the best places to meet the wildflowers of Busan in summer. Here, one can meet the green fields and summer flowers just by taking a leisurely walk along the trail. Walking in the Gamjeon Wildflower Garden is a quiet and peaceful affair, punctuated by beautiful colors of wildflowers. Once you've had your fill of the wildflower garden, take the riverside road and stroll along the Nakdonggang River with the breeze. The unassuming river presents an intimate view of nature that, while not flashy nor extravagant, soothes one's heart.

The Golden Sunset Bridge, located at the entrance of Gupo Market, is a pedestrian bridge that connects Gupo and Hwamyeong Eco Park. As the name suggests, it is located in an excellent location to watch the sunset across the Nakdonggang River toward Gimhae. The Golden Sunset Bridge is about four stories high, and you can climb up it by stairs. When you stand on the bridge, you can see the view of Gupo Market to Hwamyeong-dong from both sides. Also, passing on the railroad, you can see trains passing by if the time is right. If you walk along the pedestrian bridge, there is an observatory at the end, so you can take a break and enjoy a cool breeze and a great view. At night, you can see the wonderful night view with the lighting, so if you have time, be sure to watch both the sunset and the night view. The Golden Sunset Bridge is not that long, so it is great place to go for a light walk. If you are looking for a different tourist destination in Busan, it would be pleasant to visit here.

There are six distinctive ecological parks on the riverside of the Nakdonggang River in the west of Busan. The Maekdo Ecological Park is not well-known among these ecological parks, but it’s a well-loved park for its natural beauty. Walking is the best way to look around Maekdo Ecological Park. Since the park is not that big, walking through it slowly will take no more than 1 hour and 30 minutes. Three routes are recommended to the first-time visitors to the Maekdo Ecological Park. The first route to take is the Cherry Blossom Road built on the causeway and the Metasequoia Road below. Along the causeway, large cherry and metasequoia trees grow beautifully, and while cherry blossoms are in full bloom in spring, late summer and autumn is a wonderful time for leisurely strolls. The second route to take is Waterside Trail along the Nakdonggang River. The riverside has walking trails and rest areas about 10 minutes away from the park. Several paths lead right next to the Nakdonggang River, so you can walk while listening to the reeds sway in the wind. The last route to take is a deck road built between the lotus garden and the aquatic botanical garden in the middle of the ecological park. A walk on the deck is a great way to check out the lotus flowers and various aquatic plants.

Right next to Gangseo-gu Office Station, there is Daejeo Eco Park, a representative, natural, ecological, water-friendly space in Busan. The vast space offers an unrealistic, beautiful view of mustard flowers in the spring, as well as sunflowers and cosmos in the summer. In the fall, romantic pink muhly grasses decorate the area, making the park a must-see destination in Busan. The view of Daejeo Eco Park in harmony with the Nakdonggang River is stimulating and impressive.

Behind the Eulsukdo Cultural Center, you can find an impressive building, the façade of which is embraced with ivy leaves that looks as if it had lived a long time ago. In June 2018, the Museum of Contemporary Art Busan was established. The exterior of the museum is unique to suit the vibe of the island, which is the “repository of ecosystem.” The museum building itself is an artwork titled the “Vertical Garden,” and the green plants growing on the walls of the museum grab the attention of visitors. Once you enter the building, you will see a large collection of contemporary art in different genres from the first basement level to the second floor for your enjoyment. If you visit the museum during the special exhibition, you will be able to appreciate a wide range of inspiring works by artists leading contemporary art. As it offers a children’s library and a playground in the underground, you can even have a museum tour with your children.

Walk into a beautiful art space and complete an artwork at the Seomyeon Art Museum. Take great photos with your friends or your significant partner at the Seomyeon Museum, which changes its interior design each quarter with different themes. Even though taking photos is allowed in exhibition halls but still need to ensure mute your camera so as not to disturb other visitors. The exhibition space has a photo zone alongside the artworks. It is a lot of fun to enjoy the unique artworks placed in each artist’s fantastically decorated room. The unique artworks and writings placed throughout the museum will make you exciting! Visit Seomyeon Museum if you want to experience a new exhibition culture.

Remember Sebastian and Mia’s popular dance symbol overlooking the gorgeous city lights from the movie La La Land? What if you were to discover the same place in Busan?

The area around Jung-gu, Busan, where the Gukje Market, the Bosu Book Alley, and the Provisional Capital Memorial Hall are located, is a living history textbook that fully embraces Busan's modern and contemporary history. In particular, the Busan Modern History Museum, which was used as the Mokpo Branch of the Oriental Development Company during the Japanese colonial period, is a symbolic space of Busan's modern and contemporary history and is the center of Busan's historical excursions. Busan is in the process of transforming the Busan Modern History Museum and the former Bank of Korea Busan headquarters building right next to it into the 'Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum.' The Busan Modern History Museum opened after its renovation as the 'Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum Annex.' So let's go to the annex of the Busan Modern and Contemporary History Museum, which has been transformed into a cultural complex.