We had a great time going through the Gamcheon Village. The houses clumped together are beautiful and there are lots of art installations. There are also lots of shops for souvenirs and snacks in the area. If you're into stamping there are a couple of stamp houses in the area but otherwise it is a great spot to take pictures. If you stay at the start area you won't have to worry about the incline as much but there are some steep hills and stairs in the area so you might want to consider good shoes. Be careful if it is wet or snowy because some spots could definitely get slippery. There are plenty of maps and signs in the area but we felt the 148 steps to the stars was pretty neat and led to the finish where we were able to catch a bus back to Busan Station. Lots of the snacks were inexpensive and the souvenirs were too. We stayed near Busan station and it took us 30 minutes to get there via public transport. We'd recommend getting off at Toseung Station, going out exit 4 and taking the # 2 (Gamcheon Village) bus to the top and then following the signs to start the village. There are some alleys that cut through but there's also signage to be quiet/respectful in the area.

I'm travelling with kids, so the houses, cute cafes and the interesting attractions are really appealing to us. We bought the Gamcheon map at the information center and my kids really enjoyed collecting all the stamps in our treasure hunt mission to get the postcards. We didn't even notice the cold even though we were there during the cold wave weather. Totally would recommend a visit if you're in Busan. Just make sure u follow the route suggested in the map, as it is the easiest and not as difficult and hilly as the rest of the village. We were lost in the beginning and was practically panting for breath because the hill and stairs are so steep. allocate at least 2 hours, but we were there for 3hrs++ enjoying the cafe and bakery there.

Gamcheon Culture Village is a village where the well maintained houses are all painted in various bright colours and stands out when viewed from afar. There are various viewing points for nice photographs to be taken, and there were long queues waiting for their turns. There are many souvenir shops, cafes and shops selling snacks, but do take time to wander around the village. As there are steps and/or slopes, do expect some climbing and it will be quite a workout exploring the entire village. There is also a little “museum” explaining Gamcheon at the top of the village which is worth visiting. This is an interesting place to visit, but is definite touristy. Nonetheless, we enjoyed our visit very much. Remember to wear comfortable shoes.

We took a bus up to the top, drop off by the main entrance. Purchase the map about 2,000won and select your route then collect the stamps. you will receive 3 gifts in some stamping locations. kudos for the effort of the upkeep.

There are really a few ways to go here. You can arrive at the main entry to the top area and walk along some level of incline to the highlights in maybe an hour and a half to two hours. You will see a lot without having to climb stairs or go down further levels. Interesting shops and food and photo opportunities. Very touristy though. Or, if you like more stairs and climbing, you can take your time and really explore a half day of the whole area. I would recommend transport to the top and walk down, as it is very hilly. Not a place I would take young kids, or those with mobility issues. Taxis and buses nearby with no problem.

Has a certain distinctive character about it and the museum (close to the entrance but not well signposted) provided a fascinating account of its history. Viewing the village in the context of its history gave it meaning and focus. The bus journey from the metro station is an event in itself- the steep twists and turns should be totally respected if one is standing for the journey. A well-loved tourist spot.

Busan is as big as Seoul. And it's a very attractive city. There is something special that you can only feel in Busan. If you go to Busan, please visit Gamcheon Culture Village. It is a place with warmth and beauty that cannot be felt in other cities. I went with my family. So, Transportation was the most important thing because both mother and child went together. Taxi is good, but what is more comfortable than taxi is MOVV. Taxis in Busan can feel a little dangerous. Taxi drivers' driving is rough. Children can feel dizzy. The driver of MOVV we used was different. It was safe and peaceful. We were able to go everywhere we wanted to go, and it was even better because there was no time limit, If you go to Busan, I hope you go to Gamcheon Culture Village.

This is a beautiful location as the main street sits at the top of the village giving you a beautiful view of all of the colourful houses. Its one of those locations where you cannot fail to take a perfect photo. There are some lovely cafes there as well, most with lovely views of the village. Its an area where locals like to dress in the traditional clothing and take photos so you may find that you have to wait for some time in a queue to get certain favoured pics but its definitely a must do attraction when in Busan.

Great for photo opportunities. Beautiful colourful houses and postcard picture views. It was in our list of things to do and was one our our favourite days even if we were tired of walking at the end. Used buses to get there. Found the tourist centre. Bought a map and then did the tourist walk stamping our map at every stop. There can be many people in the main parts but often when walking to get our next stamp you'd be alone and could appreciate the beauty by yourself for a few mins. The main murals, gift shops and food stalls are quite near the start. But there are small art installations and shops further in. We spent 3-4hrs there.

The story behind Gamcheon Culture Village is actually quite serious - the colorful buildings were erected by desperate people fleeing from the horrors of civil war in the north. Some of the stairs are even built from gravestones from a nearby Japanese cemetery. But none of this matters to today's visitors, who are probably completely oblivious and couldn't care less. Much of the area has been transformed into a tourist circus with souvenir shops, cafes, and photogenic spots where you can snap fun pictures of each other against quirky backgrounds. Busloads of Asian tourists unload all day long, trailing behind each other, snapping endless photos of themselves and each other. It's actually quite entertaining to watch. Set aside a couple of hours to wander around the area, and you'll have covered more than enough.