About
La segunda ciudad más grande de Corea del Sur y su principal puerto, conocida por sus playas, mercados de mariscos, el colorido Gamcheon Culture Village y el festival anual Busan International Film Festival. Puerta de entrada al sur de Corea.
Busan is South Korea's second-largest city and a major port on the country's southeastern coast. It serves as a gateway to southern Korea, and for many visitors it is the first stop before exploring the wider region. The city is also sometimes written as Pusan, and you may see both names on signs and maps.
What the city offers
- Beaches: Busan's coastline gives the city a relaxed, seaside character that sets it apart from the capital.
- Seafood markets: As a working port, Busan is known for its fresh seafood, and its markets are a natural place to see and sample it.
- Gamcheon Culture Village: This colorful hillside neighborhood is one of the city's best-known sights, with its painted houses and narrow lanes climbing above the town.
- Film culture: Busan hosts the annual Busan International Film Festival, which draws film lovers to the city each year.
Planning a visit
Busan suits travelers who enjoy a mix of coast, food and neighborhood walks. The beaches and markets are easy to combine in a single day, while Gamcheon rewards a slower pace and some time spent wandering. If you plan around the film festival, check its dates in advance, as the city's schedule shifts around the event.