Busan Overview Trip ideas Experiences Places to visit Best time to visit Accommodation Back to all places Every weekend, trains to Busan fill up with Koreans looking for a couple of days’ holiday from their home cities. And every weekend, some of those visitors decide that they’d like to make the next trip a little more permanent. This is Korea’s most liveable city – like a smaller version of Seoul, with beaches to boot. Connects with South Korea GyeongjuAn ancient East Asian capital, seat of power for a thousand years, and still home to a staggering host of treasures from that period – it’s hard for Gyeongju to avoid comparisons with Kyoto, though we’d argue this little city is actually even better than its far more famous Japanese counterpart. South Korea SeoulSpend a week in Seoul, and you’ll most likely come away feeling that you’ve barely scratched the surface – this hyperactive, endlessly beguiling megalopolis somehow feels uber-cool, hyper-modern, charmingly traditional and historically fascinating, all at the same time. South Korea JeonjuLove Korean food? Then you’ll most likely love Jeonju too – Koreans themselves call this charming city their culinary capital. And if filling your belly’s not enough, its central district of traditional wooden hanok buildings might just be the most attractive neighbourhood in the country. I instantly fell in love with Busan’s laid-back coastal location; it reminds me of other global beachside cities like Tel Aviv and Barcelona. "There’s so much variety here – from visiting Haedong Yonggunsa temple and exploring the colourful murals of Gamcheon culture village, to checking out one of the biggest spas in the country. "One of the real highlights of my visit was visiting the Jagalchi fish market to wander stalls selling everything from the familiar fresh tuna, crab and oysters to weird and wonderful delicacies like grilled eel and abalone. No visit to the market is complete without eating some of the freshest seafood imaginable, prepared in front of you at the small restaurants and food stands above the main market. If you like eating, then a visit to Busan is well worth wearing an elasticated waistband for!" Why book with InsideAsia? Travel’s friendliest expertsWe promise we’ll care about your trip as much as you do. A dedicated travel consultant will listen, guide and create a trip that could only be yours. Specialists make it effortlessFrom seamless logistics to unexpected discoveries, our deep destination specialism means travel that feels effortless and richer than you could plan for alone. Rockstar service as standardWe guarantee that you'll have our support every step of the way. We never pass the buck or fail to take responsibility. We’ll be there whenever you need us. Our Info-Packs are legendaryTransfers, tickets and check‑ins verified so your trip runs like clockwork. Plus, we create your totally tailored trip bible, so every detail is in your hand, at all times. South KoreaSeoul Ready to plan? Get in touch now and we will plan your perfect holidayGet a brochureMake an enquiry
Travel’s friendliest expertsWe promise we’ll care about your trip as much as you do. A dedicated travel consultant will listen, guide and create a trip that could only be yours.
Specialists make it effortlessFrom seamless logistics to unexpected discoveries, our deep destination specialism means travel that feels effortless and richer than you could plan for alone.
Rockstar service as standardWe guarantee that you'll have our support every step of the way. We never pass the buck or fail to take responsibility. We’ll be there whenever you need us.
Our Info-Packs are legendaryTransfers, tickets and check‑ins verified so your trip runs like clockwork. Plus, we create your totally tailored trip bible, so every detail is in your hand, at all times.