Hidden gems in South Korea.

A small black sand beach sitting at the base of Ilchulbong's sheer volcanic cliff face. Do the sunrise hike first, then come down here after - almost no one makes the detour and it's a completely different angle on the same place.

Busan's skyline framed by green mountains with the sea glittering behind it - and you share it with almost nobody. Far enough from the tourist circuit that you'll be hiking with locals, not tour groups.

A 360-degree panorama from a mountain sitting in the middle of the sea - Busan's skyline in every direction with distant islands on the horizon. Most tourists never make it to Yeongdo Island, which is the whole point.

The best market in Busan that no travel guide seems to know exists - a completely local fish and produce market on Yeongdo Island. Scallion pancakes for 2,000 won, kimchi in quantities the tourists at Jagalchi never see. Indoor passage with hundreds of stalls plus an outdoor section.

The city disappears entirely the moment you step onto this path. Just rocky cliffs, blue water, and a trail winding along the coast. A complete escape from Busan without leaving it.

The best sunset spot in Busan hiding in plain sight - a department store rooftop with views in every direction over the harbor and bridges. Almost nobody comes up here. Take the elevator as high as it goes (11th floor), then follow the stairs to the roof.