The 10 Best Cultural Tours in Busan, South Korea

January 15, 2022 Carley Gatson

Busan is Korea's second largest city.  Tourists often come to this region to hike and to visit the Buddhist Temples located deep within the region's mountains. The Beomeosa Temple, founded in 678 AD, is perhaps one of the most frequented temples in the area and is always packed with worshipers and tourists. For art buffs, Busan offers several museums and historical buildings. If scenery is your thing, try visiting the Dongbaek Island, or bird watch at the Nakdong river estuary.
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1. Busan Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Jagalchi Market, 52 Jagalchihaean-ro, Nampo-dong, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea Jagalchi Market, 52 Jagalchihaean-ro, Nampo-dong, Jung-gu, Busan, South Korea
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

2. Andong Hahoe Folk Village Day Tour From Busan

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Leave Busan behind and relax on a drive to the countryside during this full-day guided Private tour to Andong. Visit the UNESCO-listed Hahoe Folk Village, where you’ll watch a mask dance performance and explore traditional houses. At the Andong Folk Museum, learn more about regional lifestyles that date back to the Joseon dynasty. Your day of sightseeing also includes a Korean lunch and round-trip hotel transport from Busan. Note: Mask dance performance is not scheduled every monday

Inclusions: Lunch, Professional English-speaking guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation

Exclusions: Gratuities

Reviewed By 921julieannl

The temples are the most attractive because it’s like you are living in an ancient times in a modern world. It is just an amazing, uplifting experience.

3. Korean UNESCO World Heritage Tour including Gyeongju, Andong and Daegu(2N3D)

Kangsan Travel Service Co.,Ltd
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Gain a true appreciation for Korea’s history and UNESCO world heritage sites on this package of day trips from Busan. Visiting Gyeongju, Daegu and Andong over three days, this comprehensive tour allows you to understand Korea’s most important ruling dynasties, sample each regions’ culinary specialties, and compare city to rural life. With your dedicated English-speaking guide and private minivan, sit back and enjoy Korea’s most spectacular sights. Day1 First destination is Gyeongju that's the oldest unified Kingdom in Korean History is called a Museum doesn't have a roof. Day2 after look around capital city of Shilla Dynasty you are supposed to go to Daegu where you are staying 2nights and you are going to see Andong which is known as good place about learning Joseon Dynasty Day3 for the last day, you are going to Haeinsa Temple which has 2 UNESCO heritages from Goryeo Dynasty and Joseon, before going to Seoul you are walking around Herb Museum and public market in Daegu as well.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch, Bottled water, Lunch, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, WiFi on board

Exclusions: Gratuities, accommodation in Daegu for 2 nights is not included. Our office is happy to provide information and can recommend places to stay. It is possible to start the tour from Gyeongju or another city near Busan.

Reviewed By paigeal

My friends and I had such a fun time touring with our guide, Jade. He was very informative with a sense of humor. We learned a lot about Busan culture and the history of the places we saw. My favorite was the village. Thank you Jade!

4. Busan Private Tour & Highlight Shore Excursion

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Busan Tour Specialists are ready to meet you. Busan gives you harmonious culture experience both beautiful nature and bustle city life together in a short distance. Mountain Temple: Colorful decoration on Korean traditional architecture. stone pagodas, stone lanterns, various Buddha statues in different halls. APEC House surrounded in the pine trees and camellia trees fronting beautiful ocean panorama : selected as a world class event venue thanks to the fantastic scenery. Ocean Bridges : (Diamond Bridge and more) passing by the contemporary skyscrapers and Gwangan beach Ropeway Cable Car riding: what a exciting ride on a transparent floored cabin. Outdoor gallery in Gamcheon Culture Village: regenerated village by art village projects. local life story based on fish market Local Market (Gukje international and Jagalchi Fish) :Don't miss this vibrant atmosphere

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Local Food Restaurant Recommendation, Hotel Pickup & Drop

Exclusions: Lunch, Marine Cable Car Cabin

5. Cruise Layover : Small Group Busan Highlight Day Tour

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Do you want to maximize your cruise layover tour in Busan? In this program,you can visit major tour destinations in Busan, Most beautiful temple in Korea, Haedong Yonggungsa Temple, Santorini in Busan - Gamcheon Cultural village, APEC house in Dongbaek Island, Busan Tower where you can see 360 surround view of Busan, Jagalchi fish market, BIFF street that busan international film festival held, Bupyeong ggangtong market that so many good food are waiting for you,etc. You will also experience Busan Local food that locals love to visit! It can be Korean BBQ, Super famous seaweed soup with seafood, Pork Soup, Busan fried chicken! Besides, Your professional tour guide who is kind, accommodating and experienced will also give you full narration about tour destination and busan, which makes your day trip in Busan more special and memorable! Are you looking for quality tour with reasonable price, this is the one you want to!

Inclusions: Lunch, Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance fees, Professional photographer guide, Pickup & Drop off at Busan International Cruise Terminal, English speaking guide

Exclusions: Dinner, Gratuities(optional)

Reviewed By NicolasL312-fr

It was a great tour, Gyeongju was a great city to visit. Our tour guide Mimi, was amazing from the moment she picked us from our hotel to every step of the visit and really tried to make the best trip possible for us. She spoke very well English and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend if you wish to fully understand the Shilla period.

6. Cruise Layover: Full-day Customizable Private Busan Highlight Tour

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Make your own customized private tour and use your time efficiently in limited time in Busan! Our Busan local tour guide will take you to some places that you want to visit! There are many places though, you can discuss where to go and how much you want to spend time at the site! Itinerary is flexible! Plus you will have authentic local food in Busan like locals! Tour guide will introduce good local restaurants. Itinerary here is just a suggestion. You can change it plan during tour! Since it is a private tour only for your group Other destinations(you can choose where to go) - Dongbaek Island - Igidae Park - Busan Cinema Center - Gwangalli Beach - Haeundae Beach - Oryukdo Skywalk or Cheongsapo skywalk - Songdo Skywalk - Sea Life Busan Aquarium - Beameosa or Samkwangsa temple etc

Inclusions: Customized private tour program, All Fees and Taxes, Entrance fees on the itinerary only, Pickup & Dropoff at Busan International Cruise Terminal, English speaking guide, Air conditioned Private transportation : a van or a mini bus

Exclusions: Personal Expenses, Food and drinks(unless specified), Meals, Gratuities(recommended)

Reviewed By NicolasL312-fr

It was a great tour, Gyeongju was a great city to visit. Our tour guide Mimi, was amazing from the moment she picked us from our hotel to every step of the visit and really tried to make the best trip possible for us. She spoke very well English and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend if you wish to fully understand the Shilla period.

7. Private Tour: 2Days Busan Old & New Urban Centres Tour by KTX Train from Seoul

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Make your way to Busan, the second-largest metropolis in Korea, via a KTX express train that travels at the speed of 300km/h. Two and a half hours ride will bring you to Busan station. South Korea’s second city, is heavily visited by local and international tourists alike. 'Dynamic Busan, City of Tomorrow’ - slogan of Busan - is famous for its spectacular beaches, fresh seafood, the biggest film festival in Asia and the most exciting and desirable new urban centre. Also, Busan was a rare piece of territory not captured by North Korea during the Korean War, that is why lots of refugees villages were created on the hills. The villages are still just as they were in the old days. In this way, Busan offers a vibrant contrast to Seoul’s modernity. Explore some of the best of Busan in comfort on this 2 days tour hassle-free round-trip travel.

Inclusions: 2 Day Private Busan City tour, Qualified English-speaking guide, KTX round-trip fare (Economy class), All admission fees to tourists sites, Geumgang park cable car fare, Private transportation with a private minivan in Busan, Hotel Pick-up & drop-off service (Seoul)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Accommodation, Gratuities

Reviewed By jeonbuk_en

Jeonbuk has Korail Jeonbuk One-day. 2D1N tours. All you have to do is just follow amazingly talented guide. they will show you all you need and all you have to know about the Jeollabukto area.

8. Busan Small Group City Tour (Max.8)

Jungang-daero, Choryang 3(sam)-dong, Dong-gu, Busan, South Korea Triends
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This experience will make you discover the true beauty of Busan and teach you about the culture and history of the city. I will also tell you fascinating local stories about each location on the trip.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch, Souvenirs

Reviewed By AnselmJo

I booked the tour with three friends. There was no one else with us, so we had the comfortable bus to ourselves. The guide Jesse spoke English very well and was very flexible and in a good mood. We talked a lot about everything. We really enjoyed it with him. He also took some nice pictures of us during the tour. I am happy to do a tour with him again. :)

9. Private Day Trips : Highlights of Busan City Tour, from Busan

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South Korea’s second city is heavily visited by national and international tourists alike. 'Dynamic Busan, City of Tomorrow’ - slogan of Busan - is famous for its spectacular beaches, fresh seafood, the biggest film festival in Asia and the most exciting and desirable new urban centre. Also, Busan was a rare piece of territory not captured by North Korea during the Korean War, that is why lots of refugees villages were created on the hills. The villages are still just as they were in the old days. In this way, Busan offers a vibrant contrast to Seoul’s modernity. On this 1dyay escorted tour, you’ll see all of Busan’s most beloved attractions and walk away feeling very familiar with the city. Let our locally-based English speaking guides help you explore our private tours will be done at your pace, guided by our licensed guides who are knowledgeable, friendly and flexible. Your tour itineraries can be tailored to you. We will ensure your memorable time in Busan.

Inclusions: 1-Day Private Busan City tour, Qualified English-speaking guide, Private transportation with a private minivan, Hotel Pick-up & drop-off service

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Accommodation, Gratuities

Reviewed By jeonbuk_en

Jeonbuk has Korail Jeonbuk One-day. 2D1N tours. All you have to do is just follow amazingly talented guide. they will show you all you need and all you have to know about the Jeollabukto area.

10. Busan Customized Private Tour with private vehicle

KOREA DISCOVERY TOUR
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# Knowledgeable and years of experiences # Licensed tour guide # Fluent in English # Flexible schedule # Good choice of meals

Inclusions: Private transportation, WiFi on board, Air-conditioned vehicle, Parking Fees, Bottled water

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

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