Top 10 Things to Do in Busan (2026 Guide)
Busan is South Korea’s ultimate coastal playground. Here are the 10 best things to do in Busan, from must-see landmarks to local favourites.
1. Relax on Haeundae Beach
Busan’s most famous beach, backed by skyscrapers and seafood restaurants. Ride the Blueline Park sky capsule for ocean views.
2. Wander Gamcheon Culture Village
A hillside maze of pastel houses and murals, often called “Korea’s Santorini.”
3. Catch the Gwangalli Beach Drone Show
Gwangalli faces the illuminated Gwangan Bridge, with a free weekend drone light show.
4. Eat at Jagalchi Fish Market
Korea’s largest seafood market. Pick your catch and have it served as fresh sashimi upstairs.
5. Explore Gukje Market & Nampo-dong
The old downtown with markets, BIFF Square street food and night-market snacks.
6. Visit Haedong Yonggungsa Temple
A rare seaside temple perched on the rocks above the East Sea — stunning at sunrise.
7. Find Calm at Beomeosa Temple
A 1,300-year-old mountain temple, a peaceful escape with great hiking nearby.
8. Take in the Views at Taejongdae
Seaside cliffs and a lighthouse on Yeongdo island; ride the Danubi train to the viewpoints.
9. Walk the Oryukdo Skywalk
A glass-floored walkway over the sea with views of the five-island Oryukdo rocks.
10. Ride the Songdo Marine Cable Car
Glide over the sea on a crystal-floor cabin at Songdo, especially pretty at sunset.