What to do in Busan

Activities, attractions and tours

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Places to Visit in Busan

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Activities

1-Day Busan Shore Excursion – City Highlights for Cruise Guests

(Guaranteed Return) Busan Shore Excursion for Cruise Guests

NZ$111
per adult
(Guaranteed Return) Busan Shore Excursion for Cruise Guests
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital

NZ$109
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Busan: Gyeongju Guided Day Trip to Three Kingdoms Capital
From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour

From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour

NZ$62
per adult
From Busan: Gyeongju Ancient Legacy Full Day Guided Tour
Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport

Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)

NZ$60
per adult
Skyhub Lounge at Gimhae International Airport (PUS)
Busan Highlights in One Day: Small Group Tour

Busan Highlights in One Day: Small Group Tour (Max 6 Pax)

NZ$174
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Busan Highlights in One Day: Small Group Tour (Max 6 Pax)
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour

From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour

NZ$76
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
From Busan: Gyeongju UNESCO World Heritage Guided Day Tour
Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour

Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour

NZ$130
per adult
Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour
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1. Gwangalli Beach

Gwangalli Beach is an urban beach well-known for its fine sand and clean, swimmable water. It sits in an attractive bay while looking out across the Sea of Japan to a famous bridge. Gwangalli Beach is a hive of activity from early in the morning until long into the night. Find traditional Korean barbecue restaurants, a fish market, amusement park and concert stage.
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2. Haeundae Beach

Haeundae Beach is Busan’s central beach and most popular summer destination. Work on your tan and float on the water on bright yellow tubes. Enjoy the ocean breeze under one of thousands of umbrellas that turn the 1.5-kilometre (0.9-mile) beachfront into a patchwork of colours. On particularly hot days, there can be 100,000 locals and visitors on the beach. Come to people-watch and observe the bustling atmosphere.
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3. Shinsegae Centum City

Shinsegae Centum City proudly claims its status as the world’s largest department store and offers boutique shopping, restaurants and entertainment. This comprehensive shopping centre covers 14 floors and can easily fill a full day with entertainment and activities.
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4. Songdo Beach

Join the city residents and tourists that escape the sweltering summer heat of downtown Busan at Songdo Beach. Created in 1913 and upgraded in the 2000s, Songdo Beach is Korea’s first public beach. The name Songdo means pine island and is a reference to pine forests that were once thought to flourish in the area. It presents a quieter coastal experience to Busan’s other beaches such as Gwangalli Beach and Haeundae Beach.
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5. Songjeong Beach

Discover a relaxed coastal atmosphere at Songjeong Beach. Join the hordes of local families that come to relish in the beach’s calm water and gorgeous sand. Dabble in watersports, go fishing and be part of vibrant festivals. Songjeong Beach is the quieter and less commercial option to the nearby, developed resort of Haeundae Beach.
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6. Gukje Market

Prepare yourself for a sensory overload at Gukje Market. This vast street market has hundreds of shops packed tightly together along a network of both covered and open-air lanes. Browse for electronics, fashion trends and sundry household goods. Enjoy the traditional flavors of Korean snacks. Gukje Market began during the Korean War of the early 1950s when refugees sold their wares as a way to make a living.
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7. Jagalchi Fish Market

Find seafood and a fun, bustling atmosphere when you visit the Ja-galchi Fish Market. This multistorey market fills a dockside warehouse and is packed with fish stalls, octopus merchants and South Korean delicacies available for sampling. Whether you like seafood or not, stroll through the lively market and watch as traders advertise their wares, fish slip from workers hands and hungry locals inspect their next meals.
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Gamcheon Culture Village

View a colorful rainbow of painted pastel façades and rooftops of the homes built up and down the foothills along South Korea’s southeastern coast.
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Haeundae

Haeundae Beach and Haeundae Traditional Market are top sights in Haeundae, and you should be sure to explore the stunning beaches. Hop aboard the metro at Haeundae Station or Jung-dong Station to see more sights in the area.

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Seomyeon

Travellers choose Seomyeon for its abundant dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Buam Station or Gaya Station and check out top sights like Seven Luck Casino.

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Gwangan-dong

When in Gwangan-dong and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Gwangalli Beach or Shinsegae Centum City and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Gwangan Station or Suyeong Station.

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Nampo-dong

Shopping and seafood restaurants are highlights of Nampo-dong. Make a stop by Jagalchi Fish Market or Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Jangalchi Station to get around town.

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Yeongdo

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Yeongdo. You might want to make time for a stop at Taejongdae Park or Korea National Maritime Museum.

 

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Day trip destinations from Busan

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Ulsan

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Gimhae

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Changwon

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Yangsan

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Gupo

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Woji

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Jangmok-myeon

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Cheongsapo Fishing Village

Frequently asked questions

Is Busan worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to experience the cultural highlights and local charm or sample unique foods and explore the outdoors, there are plenty of things to do in Busan.
How do I spend a day in Busan?
Begin your day with a visit to Songdo Beach and Seomyeon Street. Then, check out other parts of Busan for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Busan?
Songdo Beach is one of the top tourist attractions in Busan and should be high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Busan?
You can easily tick off leading attractions like Seomyeon Street, Oryukdo Skywalk and Gwangbokro Culture and Fashion Street with a three-day break in Busan. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a little longer and head to Dong-gu.
Is Busan a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Busan is a great place to explore on foot. Wander between Seomyeon Street and Samjung The Park. Then take a stroll around Seomyeon, located 3 kilometres from downtown, and Busanjin, which is roughly 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Busan with kids?
If you're looking for sights and activities for all of your group, take a look at these awesome ideas for what to do in Busan with kids.

What to do in Busan for adults?
Nampodong Street and Bosu-Dong Book Street are just a couple of the things to do in Busan. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Busan?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around hip neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Busan. If you need new ideas, ask for tips from a local tour guide. Seomyeon Street is a great spot for anyone looking to save on their travel adventures.

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