Gijang
A coastal town on Busan's northeastern edge, home to the cliffside Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and Lotte World Busan — a day trip for king crab lovers.
Sights in This Area
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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
FreeA rare Korean temple built right on a coastal cliff, especially striking at sunrise — Gijang's most iconic and most-visited landmark.
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Lotte World Busan
Ticket RequiredA large theme park in the Osiria tourism complex, combining rides with seaside landscaping — a great full-day plan for families or friends.
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Gijang Coastal Walk
FreeA walking path and viewpoints along the coast, taking in the full sweep of Gijang's shoreline — a good spot for photos and just watching the sea.
Local Food Picks
Gijang King Crab Street
King crab specialty restaurants cluster around Gijang harbor, steaming crab fresh off the boat — Gijang's signature food experience, and popular enough that Busan locals drive out just for it.
View on map →Gijang Market
The local traditional market, selling fresh seafood and dried seaweed alongside king crab — worth a browse before or after your meal.
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Why do a Gijang day trip
Gijang is about a 30–40 minute drive from Haeundae, making it a great half-day to full-day side trip. Visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple in the morning, have king crab for lunch at Gijang Market, and if you have the afternoon free, add Lotte World Busan — a mix of temple, food, and theme park in one day.
Getting there
A bus or taxi from Haeundae or the airport is the easiest way to get here. If you’re not driving, booking an airport pickup or private car service for the day can save you the wait for bus transfers.
Best 3 Hotels in This Area
Ananti at Busan Cove
An adults-only luxury resort in Gijang, about 30 minutes from central Busan, built around Korea's largest outdoor infinity pool and private-pool suites.
US$130 - US$210 / night
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Hound Hotel Gijang-Osiria
A modern budget-to-mid-range hotel near Gijang Station and Osiria, within reach of Ilgwang Beach and Lotte World Adventure Busan.
US$50 - US$90 / night (estimate)
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Itineraries Featuring This Area
Busan Nature Escape: A 2-Day, 1-Night Coast & Forest Trip→Travelers who love outdoor walks and scenic photos, and want to skip the crowded shopping districts
From the cliffs of Taejongdae and the glass skywalk at Oryukdo to the calming bamboo forest of Gusan — Busan's most rugged natural side, beyond the beach.
A Couple's 3-Day, 2-Night Busan Trip→First-time couples
From a sea-view morning in Haeundae to a glowing night in Gwangalli, a 3-day, 2-night route built for couples visiting Busan for the first time.
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