Get acquainted with the cultural icons of Busan city on this 1-day tour. Visit Beoneosa Temple near Geumjeongsan Mountain and browse the many selections at both Jagalchi Fish Market and Gukje Market. Marvel at the many artistic collections of Gamcheon Culture Village and explore Yongdusan Park.
After a convenient hotel pickup, head halfway up Geumjeongsan Mountain. See Beoneosa Temple, which is more than 1,300 years old and was rebuilt during the Joseon Dynasty. Take in the surrounding valleys and wisteria woods while kicking back and enjoying a delicious Korean lunch.
Next, venture into the Gamcheon Culture Village, also known as the Taegeukdo Village. Walk through the colorful and narrow alleyways in this quirky art village with colorful wooden fish decorating the walls as arrows for lost tourists.
Continue on to Jagalchi Fish Market, the largest fish market in East Asia. Feel the bustling atmosphere as merchants offer fish, squid, and sometimes even whale meat on wooden boxes. Next, visit Yongdusan Park, boasting many iconic structures like the beautiful Flower Clock, the bell of New Year’s Eve, and the breathtaking 393-foot (120-m) Busan Tower.
As your tour comes to a close, stop off at Gukje Market, which consists of several malls, making it a huge wholesale market. Weave your way through alleyways crowded with stalls and bargain for a great souvenir like traditional Korean tableware, bedding sets, and folk craftwork.