Coldest Frap at the Tallest Starbucks in Busan, South Korea

If you're headed to Busan, South Korea, don't miss one of the world's most stunning Starbucks location - where modern architecture meets breathtaking ocean views.Whether you're a caffeine-loving traveler chasing that perfect expresso or a digital nomad scouting instagrammable cafes in Busan, this Starbucks delivers more than just coffee - it's an experience at the tallest Starbucks in the world.

When we were in Busan, South Korea, we visited the highest or tallest Starbucks in the world. It was on the 99th floor of the Busan X The Sky Building near Haeundae Beach. To get there, we had to pay to get on the observation floor then walk up a set of stairs to Starbucks. 


The elevator was fast. Inside, they showed a video on the walls and on the ceiling of a hot air balloon. I think that was a distraction and it worked. In seconds, our ears plugged and we were up on top. The elevator opened and we were on the observation floor of the Busan X.


Nothing out of the ordinary was on the menu. There was nothing unique about the tallest Starbucks location, maybe just the view.


From Starbucks, the view was spectacular. Busan was a bigger city than I thought. Tall skyscrapers were everywhere. Wouldn't you want to have a view like this while sipping on your coffee or a frap?


It was truly the best Starbucks in South Korea. It wasn't just in a tall building, you could sit and admire the ocean views while sipping your beverage.






Location: 30 Dalmaji-gil, Haeundae, Busan, South Korea

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