8 Best Parks To Chill And Unwind In Busan
You’re not really into capitals or have already visited the parks I mentioned in the Seoul version? Well, here we go again, but this time to discover the best parks to unwind in Busan: South Korea’s second-largest city!
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1. Samnak Ecological Park (삼락생태공원)
Best for cherry blossoms, escaping the city and festivals
Address: 686 Samnak-dong, Sasang-gu, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: all day
How to get there: you can take the subway, Light Rail Transit line (purple), stop at Gwaebeop Renecite and walk around 15mn before you arrive at Samnak Eco Park.
Hands down one of the best spots in the city to watch the fleeting, beautiful cherry blossoms, with its romantic 12km-long tunnel of cherry blossom trees, the park is also one of the city’s best, whether you want to unwind in its natural environment or have fun at its rock festival!
Oh, and its secluded location isn’t to be overlooked, as it’s also one of the best appeal of the place, allowing every visitor to find a moment of peace in the bustling coastal city.
As you can see, Samnak Eco Park is a place of many charms, and one that won’t let you down!
As an alternative: don’t hesitate to visit Daejeo Eco Park, famous for its cherry blossoms and canola flowers!
2. Busan Citizens Park (부산시민공원)
Best for peace and quiet right in the heart of the city
Address: 73 Simingongwon-ro, Busanjin District, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: 05:00-00:00
How to get there: you can take the Donghae line (grey) and get off at Bujeon station.
Spanning over 470,000 square meters, and home to over 1,000,000 different species of trees and divided into 5 different themes: Memory, Culture, Pleasure, Nature and Participation, Busan Citizens Park is a one of a kind park that aims not only to represent the city, but also to make it a place of relaxation and gathering for citizens and foreigners alike.
Mural art, convenience stores, a fountain with a light show, healing walks, sport facilities, and much more, you’ll find it all in Busan Citizens Park.
A great location for a picnic in summer, there’s also no shortage of festivals and other events throughout the year.
3. Taejongdae (태종대)
Best for coastal views
Address: 24, Jeonmang-ro, Yeongdo-gu, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: March to October 04:00-00:00 and November to February 05:00-00:00
How to get there: you can reach Taejongdae Park via Jeoryeong Coastal Trail OR from Nampo station (line 1, orange), take exit 6, walk 50m, take bus 8, 30, 186 or 88 and get off at Taejongdae/Taejongdae Hot Springs (30mn).
Located not far from one of the best neighborhoods for foodies (Nampo), Taejongdae is ideal if you love both the ocean and the forest thanks to its perfect combination of the two, making it the ideal place to unwind in Busan.
For a more comprehensive guide to Taejongdae, you can check out my article on the subject here!
4. Geumgang Park (금강공원)
Best for fall foliage and nature walks
Address: 175-146 Ujangchun-ro, Dongnae-gu, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: all day
How to get there: you can take line 1 (orange) and get off at Oncheonjang station.
If you’re visiting Busan in autumn, then no doubt you’ll want to include Geumgang Park if you fancy a bit of exercise or just want to see the colorful, vibrant fall foliage.
And when I say exercise, I mean hiking, as it’s a popular starting point if you want to do the trail that leads to Beomeosa Temple, Geumjeongsanseong Fortress, and if you’re feeling energetic, Godangbong Peak.
But don’t worry, if you’re not an avid hiker, you can still enjoy breathtaking views from the cable car that takes you up the mountain.
5. Oncheoncheon Citizens Park (온천천시민공원)
Best for outdoor activities
Address: 39 Oncheoncheonnam-ro, Yeonje-gu, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: all day
How to get there: you can take the Donghae line (grey) and get off at Allak station.
Whether it’s covered in cherry blossom, canola flowers or snow, Oncheoncheon Park is the place to be for those who want to take a break from the city and let their worries flow away along the stream that runs through it.
And what a paradise for joggers and other outdoor enthusiasts, with its bicycle paths, basketball court and other fitness facilities.
Plus, there are plenty of cafes around to rest and enjoy the view.
6. Uam-dong Urban Forest (우암동 도시숲)
Best for night views of the city
Address: 6, Donghang-ro 106beon-gil, Nam-gu, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: all day
How to get there: you can take line 2 (green) and get off at Jigegol station.
Nicknamed the “La La Land of Busan”, one thing’s for sure: this small park and its peaceful yet charming vibes are sure to win you over.
And wait until you see its night views!
Tip: come for sunset and watch the city slowly dress itself in thousands of colorful lights!
7. Hwamyeong Eco Park (화명생태공원)
Best for sunset
Address: 1718-17 Hwamyeong-dong, Buk-gu, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: 06:00-21:00 every day
How to get there: you can take line 2 (green) and get off at Hwamyeong station.
Busan has lots of eco parks, which make the city even more beautiful if you ask me, and while Samnak is my favorite in spring, when autumn comes, Hwamyeong rises to the top.
Its calm atmmosphere, lovely surroundings, silver grass dancing in the wind and magnificent sunset are, in my opinion, reason enough to visit!
For more sunset spots in Busan, click here!
8. Igidae Park (이기대공원)
Best to take in the natural beauty of Busan
Address: san122, Yongho-dong, Nam-gu, Busan
Admission fee: free
Opening hours: all day
How to get there: you can take line 2 (green), get off at Kyungsung University Pukyong National University station, take exit 5, walk 202m and transfer on bus Nam-gu2 for 9 stops before getting off at Bunpo High School.
Owing its name from two gisaengs (female artists similar to “geishas”) who died, sacrificing their lives during the invasion period, after jumping into the sea with a drunken Japanese commander, the coastal walk from Igidae to Oryukdo is probably one of the most popular in Busan, and with good reason.
Its breathtaking coastal scenery, rocky cliffs and turquoise waters are definitely what you need to unwind in Busan, especially if the mere sight of the ocean is a natural stress reliever for you. I know it did the trick for me on several occasions!
To discover more hikes and coastal trails in the city, click here!
Too much on your mind or just want to chill and unwind and maybe have a picnic in Busan? Visit one of these parks and enjoy a quiet day!
I’d love to see and smell the cherry blossoms in person. All of these sites look like I need to pin them and put them on the list.
I hope you will one day and thank you so much for reading, Leslie!
These parks look absolutely beautiful! I love how Busan mixes peaceful escapes with vibrant city life, and places like Samnak Ecological Park with that cherry blossom tunnel sound like pure magic. It’s the kind of spot that makes you want to slow down, breathe, and just soak in the beauty. Thanks for sharing these gems.
I couldn’t agree more Tiann, and thanks for your visit!