Busan Haedong Yonggungsa Temple: Family Trip Course Worth Visiting in Gijang, Busan

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Haedong Yonggungsa Temple in Busan: A Must-Visit Place in Gijang, Busan

Family Trip Course

Complete Guide: How to Get There (Public Transit/Car)·Parking·Admission Fee·Hours

Hello, this is Yans World, a travel creator traveling the world with my child 🙂

Today, I will introduce Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, a must-visit attraction during a Busan trip.

A temple located on a blue sea cliff, not in the mountains, and is considered the ‘number 1 must-visit place in Busan’.

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The story of Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, the number 1 must-visit place in Busan

Haedong Yonggungsa is a historic temple founded by Monk Naong in the 2nd year of King U of Goryeo (1376).

It is famous for the legend that ‘if you pray sincerely, you can fulfill one wish,’

It is considered one of Korea’s three major Avalokitesvara pilgrimage sites.

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It is special in that it is a temple built on a seaside cliff rather than a mountain.

The cliff path walked along with the sound of the waves offers a tranquil impression that cannot be felt at other temples.

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Basic visit information for Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

• Address: 86, Yonggung-gil, Gijang-eup, Gijang-gun, Busan

• Opening Hours: Daily 4:30 AM ~ 7:20 PM (Last entry at 6:50 PM)

• Admission: Free (Open to everyone)

• Recommended Visit Duration: Approximately 1 hour~1 hour 30 minutes

• Parking: Temple-operated paid parking lot (First 30 minutes 2,000 won / Every 10 minutes 500 won / Daily maximum 10,000 won)

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💡 TIP: It gets crowded after 9 AM on weekends, so an early morning visit is recommended.

The parking lot has ample space, but the access road is narrow and has one-way sections, so caution is needed when entering.

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How to get to Haedong Yonggungsa (Public Transportation & Car)

🚉 When using public transportation

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The most convenient way is to use the Donghae Line Osiria Station route.

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1️⃣ Get off at Exit 1 of Donghae Line Osiria Station

→ Board bus number 139 or Express 1001 at ‘Osiria Station Bus Stop’

→ Get off at ‘Yonggungsa Temple/National Institute of Fisheries Science’ bus stop

→ Walk about 10-15 minutes to reach the entrance!

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2️⃣ Use Exit 7 of Haeundae Station on Subway Line 2

→ Transfer to bus 181

→ Get off at ‘Yonggungsa Temple/National Institute of Fisheries Science’ bus stop and walk about 10 minutes

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🚶‍♀️ Be sure to enjoy the ocean view while going up and down the 108 Longevity Stairs.

The wind is strong, so wearing comfortable sneakers is a must.

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🚗 When Using a Car

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Enter ‘Busan Haedong Yonggungsa’ or ’86 Yonggung-gil’ into your navigation.

The parking lot is right in front of the temple and is a paid lot.

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Parking fee: 2,000 won for the first 30 minutes, 500 won for every additional 10 minutes,

with a daily maximum of 10,000 won. (Rates at the lot may vary.)

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💡 Parking Tips:

On weekends, the lot often becomes full after 9 AM, so

visit early in the morning or use the temporary parking area near the National Institute of Fisheries Science.

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Top 6 Best Photo Spots at Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

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1️⃣ Twelve Zodiac Animal Statue Path – A path lined with statues of each zodiac animal at the entrance.

They say taking a certification photo in front of your own zodiac sign brings good luck.

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2️⃣ 108 Longevity Stairs – Stairs symbolizing the 108 earthly desires.

As you climb, a wide-open view of the Busan sea unfolds.

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3️⃣ Haesugwanum Daebul (Sea Water Avalokitesvara Great Buddha) – A majestic Buddha statue overlooking the sea,

it is the symbol of Haedong Yonggungsa Temple and a representative photo spot.

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4️⃣ Dragon Gate Bridge & Wish Fulfillment Pond – A famous spot where you toss coins and make wishes.

Capture the sea and the temple together from Dragon Gate Bridge for a perfect life shot!

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5️⃣ Deuknambul (Buddha of Childbirth) – Legend says touching its nose and belly grants you a son,

so the sound of people’s laughter never stops here.

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6️⃣ Sunrise Rock – A famous spot for the New Year’s sunrise.

If you visit at sunrise, you can see the spectacular view of the sun rising over the sea harmonizing with the temple.

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Precautions When Visiting Haedong Yonggungsa Temple

• Comfortable shoes required: As there are many stairs and slopes, wearing sneakers is recommended.

• Check the weather: The sea wind is strong, so be careful with hats or scarves.

• Avoid peak hours: From 11 AM to 3 PM on weekends is when there are the most tourists.

• Food restrictions: Eating is prohibited in some areas, and a “Take your trash back” campaign is ongoing.

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Nearby travel courses worth exploring together

• National Fisheries Science Museum: 5-minute walk, an experiential space great for children

• Osiria Tourism Complex: Lotte World Busan, IKEA, Hilton Hotel, and other tourism and shopping complex

• Ananti Cove Oceanview Café Street: 10 minutes from Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, a concentrated area of Busan’s representative oceanview cafes

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💡 Example day course:

“Haedong Yonggungsa Temple → Osiria Tourism Complex → Ananti Cove Cafe”

This route is perfect as a half-day Busan travel course.

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Reasons to recommend Haedong Yonggungsa Temple on a Busan trip

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Haedong Yonggungsa is a space where Busan’s sea and Buddhist devotion coexist.

With your child, you can naturally feel wishes and peace together,

and if you are alone, it becomes a good meditation spot to clear your mind for a moment and look out at the sea.

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If you are looking for places to visit in Busan,

Haedong Yonggungsa will be a choice you won’t regret.

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As you walk along the cliffside path above the blue sea, I hope your wishes come true too 🙏

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