Busan Two-Day Tour: Gamcheon Culture Village and Baekseondae Culture Village

Enjoy a relaxing two-day itinerary in Busan: Day 1 at Gamcheon Culture Village and Day 2 at Baekseondae Culture Village. Gamcheon Culture Village, established in the 1950s as a refuge for Korean War refugees, has transformed into a vibrant masterpiece thanks to local artists and residents. The village, built on a hillside, features colorful murals and a fairy-tale-like atmosphere. Location: Take Busan Subway Line 1 to Toseong Station, exit at Exit 6, and transfer to bus 1-1, 2, or 2-2. It's about a 10-minute ride. Admission: Free Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours Tip: Arrive before 9 AM to take a photo with the Little Prince statue at the village's highest point, as lines can be long. Baekseondae Culture Village is located on the cliffs where Bongnae Mountain meets the sea in southeastern Busan. Originally a temporary settlement for refugees during the Korean War, it has evolved into a cultural community and one of Busan's most iconic cultural spaces. The village, built along the coastal mountainside, features colorful murals and art installations, similar to Gamcheon Culture Village. However, Baekseondae offers stunning sea views and is nicknamed the "Korean Santorini." It gained fame as a filming location for movies like "The Attorney." Location: 1043, Yeongseodong 4-ga, Yeongdo-gu, Busan Take Subway Line 1 to Nampo Station, exit at Exit 6, and take bus 6, 9, 82, 85, 7, 71, or 508 to Baekseondae Culture Village Station. Admission: Free Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours Tip: Be prepared for the intense summer sun by the sea. Check out travel guides for 18 other countries on the homepage! #Busan #SouthKorea #GamcheonCultureVillage #BaekseondaeCultureVillage #BusanTravel #ScenicViews