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Take a trip to Busan on your South Korea Vacation
Busan is the second largest metropolis after Seoul on Korea vacations. Located on the southeastern tip of the Korean Peninsula, Busan is the largest port city in South Korea and the world’s fifth busiest seaport by cargo tonnage, given its close proximity to Japan.
Busan was designated as a trading port with Japan at the beginning of the 15th century and continued as Japan’s major trading hub when Korea got invaded by Japan in the late 16th century.
During the Korean War (1950-1953), Busan was one of the very few cities not invaded by North Korea, and therefore became a refugee campsite and also temporarily served as Korea’s capital. The U.N. Cemetery serves as the final resting place of U.N. soldiers killed in the war.
Situated between mountains and seas, Busan offers plenty of sightseeing opportunities on South Korean tours starting with gorgeous views from Busan Tower, Yongdusan Park, The Jagalchi Fish Market, the largest fish market in South Korea, and Geumgang Park, a massive mountaintop fortress featuring beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring.
Busan features many temples, fortresses and historical sites, as well as museums and art festivals.
Busan is best known for its beaches, hot springs, and reserves. A fairly more laid-back city than Seoul, Busan also plays host to various events throughout the year and is an ideal place on Korea tours to visit and experience a relaxed atmosphere within a huge metropolis.
Situated between mountains and seas, Busan offers plenty of sightseeing opportunities on South Korean tours starting with gorgeous views from Busan Tower, Yongdusan Park, The Jagalchi Fish Market, the largest fish market in South Korea, and Geumgang Park, a massive mountaintop fortress featuring beautiful cherry blossoms in the spring.
Busan features many temples, fortresses and historical sites, as well as museums and art festivals.
Busan is best known for its beaches, hot springs, and reserves. A fairly more laid-back city than Seoul, Busan also plays host to various events throughout the year and is an ideal place on Korea tours to visit and experience a relaxed atmosphere within a huge metropolis.
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Essential Korea: Seoul & Busan
Busan, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceUncover South Korea’s history, cuisine, and landscapes on an independent tour with guided day trips, blending flexibility with expert local insight.
8 days
From US$2,257/p.p.
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Best of South Korea & Japan
Tokyo, Shibuya Crossing, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Busan, Gyeongju, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceUnearth the cultures of South Korea and Japan on this enriching excursion. From Seoul’s historic palaces to Kyoto’s sacred shrines, each moment thrills.
15 days
From US$7,968/p.p.
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Classic Korea: Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan
Busan, Gyeongju, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceExperience Korea’s rich heritage and modern spirit on this independent journey from vibrant Seoul to historic Gyeongju and coastal Busan, with temples, markets and more.
8 days
From US$4,359/p.p.
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Ultimate Korea: Seoul, Gyeongju, Busan & Jeju
Jeju Island, Busan, Gyeongju, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceExperience Korea’s deep cultural roots on this independent journey through vibrant Seoul, historic Gyeongju, coastal Busan and the volcanic beauty of Jeju Island.
11 days
From US$8,032/p.p.
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Essential Korea: Seoul & Busan
Busan, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceUncover South Korea’s history, cuisine, and landscapes on an independent tour with guided day trips, blending flexibility with expert local insight.
8 days
From US$2,257/p.p.
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Best of South Korea & Japan
Tokyo, Shibuya Crossing, Hiroshima, Kyoto, Fushimi Inari Taisha, Kinkakuji Temple (Golden Pavilion), Busan, Gyeongju, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceUnearth the cultures of South Korea and Japan on this enriching excursion. From Seoul’s historic palaces to Kyoto’s sacred shrines, each moment thrills.
15 days
From US$7,968/p.p.
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Classic Korea: Seoul, Gyeongju & Busan
Busan, Gyeongju, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceExperience Korea’s rich heritage and modern spirit on this independent journey from vibrant Seoul to historic Gyeongju and coastal Busan, with temples, markets and more.
8 days
From US$4,359/p.p.
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Ultimate Korea: Seoul, Gyeongju, Busan & Jeju
Jeju Island, Busan, Gyeongju, Seoul, and Gyeongbokgung PalaceExperience Korea’s deep cultural roots on this independent journey through vibrant Seoul, historic Gyeongju, coastal Busan and the volcanic beauty of Jeju Island.
11 days
From US$8,032/p.p.
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What do the experts say?
Try to stay at a traditional hanok accommodation (similar to a ryokan) with hanok dinner, which involves enjoying Korean cuisine, aka jeongsik (course meals) with banchan (side dishes). It's a rustic, traditional experience that all globetrotters will love.
Umbrellas are common; you can pick them up everywhere as well, but you'll find on sunny days as well as rainy ones that locals are using umbrellas and without one, you'll get a poke in the head now and again as you're walking on busy sidewalks.
Avoid July/August, as they are the rainiest months, with heavy flooding even in the cities, and temple walks become difficult. I also recommend avoiding Chuseok in September, a six-day holiday where everything is closed.
Visit during Spring to see the Cherry Blossoms! A great alternative to Japan's Cherry Blossoms.
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